News: Safety upgrades mark arrival of Giga model

Date: 04.05.2022

Isuzu Trucks Giga C and E Series models will debut later this year with a suite of enhanced safety features and product attributes

The latest Isuzu truck range consists of 29 models

The latest offering from Isuzu Trucks is the Giga C and E Series models that will debut with a suite of enhanced safety features and product attributes when they go on sale locally later this year, with the range now consisting of 29 models.

"The list of new developments of the Giga C and E Series models is highlighted by added safety features, an all-new cab design and a new cab option, as well as a new additional warranty cover," says Dave Ballantyne, general manager of Isuzu Trucks New Zealand.

New safety features include the introduction of an Electronic Brake System with Electronic Stability Control and Hill Start Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning. Autonomous Cruise Control and Adaptive Driving Beam also feature across the Giga portfolio.

The refreshed cab design, introduced for the first time in NZ on the 2022 model, delivers improvements to driver ergonomics. One of the first new features is an all-new ISRI seat, the design providing advanced comfort and safety.

The all-new, ‘Super High’ cabin, is available on the Giga CYJ530 and EXY530 MT/AMT models, helps enhance all-round functionality and includes several roof mounted storage spaces.

The front of the new Giga C and E Series 530 models receives a chrome appearance treatment, while a new look lights package, consisting of front LED with auto headlights and LED rear lamps (on all models except the EXY), provides added at-night visual illumination.

At the heart of the Giga is the well-known 6WG1 engine. The output ratings remain a carryover compared with the current VC36 model range, with the exception of the 400PS models which increase to 420PS.

The Eaton RTLO18918 is now standard across all manual transmissions and a clutch brake replaces the counter shaft brake for these transmissions. All 29 Giga models in the range feature a new additional warranty cover, taking the total warranty period to five-years or 500,000km warranty - at no extra cost.

Some terms and conditions may apply. Isuzu Truck dealers around the country are taking orders on the new models now, with the first of the new arrivals anticipated in land in Q3 of this year.

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