Isuzu Panther | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Isuzu |
Also called | Isuzu AUV (Russia) Isuzu Crosswind/Hi-Lander Crosswind Isuzu Sportivo Chevrolet Tavera |
Production | 1991-present |
Assembly |
Alabuğa, Russia () Jakarta, Indonesia (IAMI) Biñan, Laguna, Philippines (IPC) Halol, Gujarat, India Selangor, Malaysia |
Body and chassis | |
Class |
Compact car MPV SUV Pickup truck |
Body style | 4-door station wagon 2-door pickup |
Related | Chevrolet Tavera |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 2.2 L C223 indirect injection Diesel I4 2.5 L 4JA-1 DI Diesel I4 2.5 L 4JA-1 DI low-pressure turbo diesel I4 |
Transmission | 5-speed manual MSG5K 4-speed auto AW03-72LE |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,680 mm (105.5 in) |
Length | 4,692 mm (184.7 in) |
Width | 1,771 mm (69.7 in) |
Height | 1,873 mm (73.7 in) |
Curb weight | 2,170 kg (4,784 lb) |
Chronology | |
Successor | Isuzu D-Max (for the pickup truck model only) |
The Isuzu Panther is a line of multi-purpose vehicle, sport utility vehicle and pickup truck manufactured since 1991 by Isuzu developed in Indonesia for the Southeast Asian market. It is also manufactured and marketed in India under the name Chevrolet Tavera, a name which is also used in Indonesia for the gasoline version until 2007. It was developed together with General Motors as the "160 Project".
The model is suited to carrying large loads of passengers or cargo. It was developed to meet local conditions in terms of climate, roads and family structure as a durable vehicle. The Panther is also popular in the Philippines as Hi-Lander, later the Crosswind. It was also known as the Hi-Lander in Vietnam.
In the Philippines, the Crosswind replaced the Hi-Lander in 2001, and was given a major redesign in early 2005 from the "Hi-Lander Crosswind" to just "Crosswind" as well as "Sportivo". Minor facelifts were given in 2007 and 2009 to the same format. It is now in its second generation. It is powered by the 4JA-1 Diesel Engine with the option of an 81 hp normally aspirated version or an 85 hp low-pressure turbocharged version. The third generation is also equipped with Isuzu‘s Flex Ride Suspension System. It's due to be phased out in 2017 due to Manila's enforcement of rules for Euro IV emissions by 2018.
Type: (from the highest level)
Type: (from the highest level)
4 cylinder ** OHV 2500cc direct injection (Smart, LM, LV, LS)
Type: (from the highest level)
Panther (Indonesia)
Crosswind (Philippines)
The second generation facelift model is similar to the original second generation, but with new headlights, front grille interior. The LS touring version has been given a turbo to meet Euro standards. It was launched in August 2004 and refreshed twice, in 2009 and 2013. In late 2013, it is the version of the Isuzu Crosswind for the Philippine market adding features the Sportivo X, in the load area below the flat storage compartment, and moved to the Euro standards.
Type:
Panther (Indonesia)
Crosswind (Philippines)
Pickup version of Panther
1996 facelifted first generation