Isuzu Announces 2023 N-Series & New Features For Diesel & Gas Models

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Isuzu is updating its diesel and gas N-Series trucks for the 2023 model year with new bi-LED headlamps and many other enhancements. (Photo courtesy of Isuzu.)

With their low cab-forward design, N-Series trucks have long been a standout for Isuzu. The lasting effects of the pandemic slowed production of N-Series units last year, but Isuzu expects to increase N-Series production volume of its 2023 diesel and gas models.

“After the supply chain issues of 2021, we’re looking forward to the ramping up of production of the core of our model lineup—the 2023 Class 4 and 5 N-Series diesel and Class 3 and 4 N-Series gas models,” says Shaun Skinner, president of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America and Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada. “We believe the changes to these trucks for the new model year will make them even more popular with our customers.”

New For N-Series Gas

Many of the features Isuzu has introduced on the 2023 Class 3 and Class 4 N-Series gas models were previously added to Isuzu’s diesel N-Series 2022 interim models, so those familiar with the 2022 N-Series diesel lineup may notice the similarities. Four-wheel disc brakes highlight the changes—with rear disc brakes replacing the rear drum brakes previously found on the NPR and NPR-HD gas-powered trucks. The four-wheel disc brakes also work with Isuzu’s Vacuum + Power Assist Brake System to deliver additional line pressure when the normal vacuum assist system reaches its limits. Isuzu is also refreshing the exterior on its N-Series gas models for 2023 with a matte-silver grille replacing the white grille, while the new bi-LED headlamps deliver improved visibility while producing less heat than the previous halogen bulbs. Class 3 and Class 4 N-Series gas trucks will be equipped with a 350-horsepower (260-kilowatt), 6.6-liter V8 engine.

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The newest version of Isuzu’s optional Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) includes adaptive cruise control. (Photo courtesy of Isuzu.)

New For N-Series Diesel

Isuzu added its factory-installed Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) option to the 2022 interim N-Series diesel trucks; the system provided drivers with automatic emergency braking and a lane departure warning system. The 2023 N-Series diesel trucks get an updated version of ADAS that includes adaptive cruise control, so drivers can set a desired speed and following distance. Other options making their way from the 2022 interim N-Series diesel trucks include two aluminum side-mounted fuel tanks that complement the 30-gallon stainless-steel fuel tank. The Class 4 and Class 5 2023 N-Series diesel trucks have a 215-HP (160-kW) power plant.

Source: Isuzu