Isuzu

Also known as: Isuzu South Africa · Isuzu Bold · Isuzu Driver Assistance System

2022-04-132026-11-06

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August 2026
24 AugWindhoek Observer
Isuzu contributed 43 units, up from 29 in May
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“Ford's Ranger delivered 44 units; Isuzu contributed a materially stronger 43 units, up from 29 in May; and JAC registered 20 LCV units, continuing the systematic share accumulation that has characterised the Chinese LCV presence throughout 2026.”
Vehicle sales increase 14.6% to 1523 cars in June
July 2025
9 JulThe Namibian
Isuzu produces the MU-X Onyx luxury 4×4 SUV
Source
“The MU-X Onyx from Isuzu is more than a luxury 4×4 SUV, it's a refined, family-ready vehicle now boasting extra flair, functionality and safety features.”
The Isuzu MU-XOnyx: Refined poweron and off the road
May 2024
22 MayThe Namibian
Isuzu released X-Rider double-cab 4×4 with 1,9l diesel engine
Source
“But Isuzu's X-Rider double-cab 4×4 is also fitted with a 1,9l four-cylinder common-rail turbo diesel engine.”
Isuzu enters small engine market
July 2022
27 JulThe Namibian
Isuzu recently introduced their seventh generation vehicle in the Swakop River
Source
“ISUZU recently introduced their seventh generation vehicle in the Swakop River, amid much music, lights, fire dancers and laser technology.”
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August vehicle sales contract to 1,380 units despite year-on-year growth

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New vehicle sales in Namibia fell to 1,380 units in August from 1,535 in July, marking the first monthly contraction since May, though year-to-date sales of 10,760 units remain 12.1% higher than the same period last year—the strongest January-to-August performance since 2015. Transport division inflation reached 13.2% in August following rises in fuel prices and partial reversal of the fuel levy cut, with passenger vehicle sales declining to 634 units but commercial vehicles remaining resilient.

21 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 21 September

August vehicle sales contract to 1,380 units despite year-on-year growth
New vehicle sales in Namibia fell to 1,380 units in August from 1,535 in July, marking the first monthly contraction since May, though year-to-date sales of 10,760 units remain 12.1% higher than the same period last year—the strongest January-to-August performance since 2015. Transport division inflation reached 13.2% in August following rises in fuel prices and partial reversal of the fuel levy cut, with passenger vehicle sales declining to 634 units but commercial vehicles remaining resilient.
21 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Toyota retains 57.5% Namibian vehicle market share in August
Toyota sold 794 units and maintained market dominance in August 2026, with the Hilux model accounting for 347 units. Volkswagen remained second with 105 units, while Ford recorded its strongest monthly result with 88 units, and Chinese passenger brands combined for 78 units.
21 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 24 August

Vehicle sales rise 14.6% year-on-year to 1,523 units in June
Namibian vehicle sales reached 1,523 units in June 2026, up 14.6% from 1,329 units in June 2025 and 30.4% from May's 1,168 units, marking the strongest June since 2017. First-half 2026 sales totalled 7,845 units, up 11.9% from 7,010 units in H1 2025, the strongest first half since 2018.
24 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 16 June

Vehicle sales drop 11.3% month-on-month in May
Vehicle sales fell to 1,171 units in May from 1,320 in April, a 11.3% decline, though the May figure was 14.8% higher year-on-year and the strongest May print since 2016. Year-to-date sales for the first five months of 2026 reached 6,326 units, more than 22% ahead of the same period in 2025.
16 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →