On December 5, 2023, the picturesque city of Chongqing welcomed automotive enthusiasts and industry leaders to witness the grand launch of the “Fearless & Boundless: Exploring the Unknown World – Qingling Isuzu T30 Explorer High-Performance Pickup” at China’s Nanshan Chongqing Auto Park.
As one of the earliest companies to introduce internationally advanced pickup trucks in China, Qingling Motors has consistently adhered to its philosophy: “Bringing world-class commercial vehicles to more users.” By collaborating with Isuzu, Qingling has been conducting forward-looking research, strengthening technological reserves, and building innovative product platforms for pickups. This approach has propelled the high-end and personalized development of pickups in the Chinese market.
For Isuzu, Qingling Motors holds an irreplaceable position in China. With decades of expertise and market achievements, Qingling possesses the depth and strength to meet challenges head-on. Over 38 years of joint collaboration, the partnership has weathered challenges and created an enduring legacy of mutual success.
The latest high-end pickup, the Isuzu T30 Explorer, is a testament to this collaboration. It inherits Isuzu’s century-old commitment to superior technology and quality. Tested across extreme conditions—high temperatures, freezing cold, and high altitudes—over 4 million kilometers, the T30 Explorer continues to uphold its reputation as the “unbreakable pickup.”
From its Isuzu 3.0T-PLUS high-performance engine to its gearbox, axles, cabin, cargo bed, and chassis, the T30 Explorer is built exclusively with premium-grade Isuzu components. It is further assured by the stringent Isuzu IM quality management system.
With a brand-new architecture and an extensive lineup, the T30 Explorer caters to diverse customer needs, offering multiple powertrain options, varying wheelbases, and different drivetrain configurations. Whether it’s daily urban commutes, weekend gatherings, or government duties, this vehicle seamlessly integrates into various applications. Moreover, the T30 Explorer excels in over 10 advanced lifestyle scenarios, including camping, vehicle modifications, cycling, motorbiking, off-roading, yachting, and rock climbing. Representing Isuzu’s global standards for reliability, it has undergone comprehensive adaptability testing on Chinese roads and earned certification from Isuzu’s headquarters in Japan.
The T30 Explorer embodies the dream of conquering the Roof of the World, empowering pickup enthusiasts with unparalleled confidence.
In terms of performance, its industry-unique 3.0T-PLUS diesel engine delivers exceptional power, unmatched reliability, and lower fuel consumption. With robust torque at low RPM and ample power reserves, it outpaces smaller competitors. Paired with Isuzu’s MUA-MT and 8-speed automatic transmissions, it boasts a transmission efficiency of up to 98%, effortlessly conquering high-altitude terrains.
The T30 Explorer’s control system has been significantly upgraded, tackling challenges like crossing the Hoh Xil and traversing the Lop Nur Desert with ease. Featuring ergonomic controls and an intelligent driving system, it supports multiple driving modes (standard, snow, sport) and electronic part-time four-wheel drive. Optimized suspension design accommodates complex terrains, reduces body roll, and ensures high payload efficiency. With enlarged approach and departure angles, increased ground clearance, and rear differential locks, drivers can confidently handle extreme environments while enjoying unparalleled comfort in steering, clutching, braking, and seating.
Meeting E-NCAP five-star safety standards, the T30 Explorer features a robust 3H body structure with over 70% high-strength steel. Its globally renowned Isuzu Shield Chassis incorporates high-mounted, wide-span double-wishbone independent suspension, and a 670Mpa high-tensile large-section beam structure for enhanced load-bearing and torsional rigidity. Additionally, safety technologies like AEBS (Automatic Emergency Braking), ESC (Electronic Stability Control), TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System), and six airbags provide comprehensive protection for every journey.
From the Great Wall to the Yangtze River, the T30 Explorer is fearless and boundless. Its debut sets a new benchmark in individuality, comfort, performance, drivability, intelligence, quality, and safety, elevating the driving experience of authentic Isuzu pickups.
With the spirit of an “Explorer”, the Qingling Isuzu T30 inspires drivers to step out of their comfort zones, challenge themselves, and explore the unknown, conquering thousands of miles with unwavering curiosity.
