Isuzu NKR Portuguese-built Isuzu brings truck-like design into light commercial
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vehicle sector. Vehicle available in chassis-cab form with number of body options— tipper, dropside and box proving most popular. Compact cab sat atop a workman-like 3.0-litre engine line-up make the NKR a popular choice in the 3.5-tonne sector. Top power rating is 130hp.
Isuzu's factory-offered Grafter tipper option is particularly attractive for local authority and construction sectors. But the cab's a bit cramped, particularly for those intending to use three-man seating and interior design lacks quality and style of European chassis-cab alternatives — upgrade needed, and expected soon.
Its light weight gives NKR the productivity edge over Europeans and Isuzu has a renowned customer care package which should ensure trouble-free aftersales support.
Competitive price Excellent aftersales record • Dated interior design • Cramped driving position
VERDICT
At the price worth a look, but not our first choice in the chassis-cab sector