Isuzu 2005 Annual Report Download - page 1

Isuzu is one of the world’s leading manufacturers
of commercial vehicles and diesel engines. Always
an innovator, Isuzu introduced Japan’s first diesel
engine in 1936, and today we are leading the way
in developing environmentally friendly diesel tech-
nology. We are the market leader in at least one
product category in 23 different countries and our
products are found in over 130 countries around
the world. For example, in Japan we led the mar-
ket for 2–3 ton trucks with over 38.4% market
share in fiscal 2005, and in the U.S. Isuzu has
been the leader in imported class 3 and class 7
low cab forward (LCF) trucks for 19 straight years.
Trucks
Isuzu trucks are trusted around the world for their reliability on
the job and durability even under the most demanding condi-
tions. We are the world’s largest manufacturer of medium-duty
trucks and our lineup of trucks—ranging from the light duty
N series (ELF in Japan) to the heavy duty C&E series (GIGA in
Japan)—is designed to meet the needs of any business. Isuzu
trucks exceed today’s stricter environmental standards, offering
cleaner emissions as well as advanced safety features. Isuzu in-
novations include Japan’s first “4-bag” air suspension and the
Smoother series of transmissions for easy handling and better
fuel economy. Isuzu also offers services such as seminars on
economical operating techniques and consulting on meeting
emissions standards.
Truck Lineup
Heavy-duty trucks Japan • GIGA series
Overseas • C&E series
Medium-duty trucks Japan • FORWARD series
Overseas • F series
Light-duty trucks Japan • ELF series
Overseas • N series
Buses
Our ERGA and ERGA Mio buses are powered by fuel-
efficient, low-emission Isuzu diesel engines, with CNG
power plants available on some models. The highly
rigid body structure of these buses complies with the
Economic Commission for Europe’s (ECE) demanding
R-66 standards for vehicle rollover performance. Like
our trucks, our buses comply with the latest, stringent
emissions regulations.
Bus Lineup
Large-capacity buses
• ERGA series (route buses)
• GALA series (sightseeing buses)
Medium-capacity buses
• ERGA Mio series (route buses)
• GALA Mio series (sightseeing buses)
Microbuses
• JOURNEY series
• COMO series
Pickup Trucks, AUVs and SUVs
Our fifth-generation one-ton pickup truck, the Isuzu D-
MAX developed in collaboration with General Motors,
is the uncontested market leader in Thailand, where
we command 37.8% of the market for one-ton pickup
trucks. We sold 139,753 Isuzu D-MAXs in Thailand in
FY 2005, making it the best-selling vehicle ever in that
country. We also export these trucks to Australia, South
Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Isuzu wound up
its manufacture of SUVs in the U.S. in July 2004, but in
November launched sales of the MU-7 in Thailand.
Pickup Truck, AUV and SUV Lineup
Pickup truck
• Isuzu D-MAX
AUV (Asian Utility Vehicle)
• PANTHER
SUVs
• ASCENDER
• MU-7
Powertrains
Isuzu powertrains have come to symbolize unsurpassed qual-
ity. Diesel engines emit less CO
2
than gasoline-powered en-
gines and offer excellent fuel economy. Diesel engines account
for a growing share of the automotive market in Europe, and
through our partnership with General Motors, Isuzu engines are
used in GM pickup and other trucks in the U.S. and Opel, Saab
and Renault automobiles in Europe.
Powertrain Lineup
Automotive
• 4EE2-TC 1.7-Liter Diesel Engine
• 6DE1 3.0-Liter Diesel Engine
• 8GF1 6.6-Liter Diesel Engine (Duramax 6600)
• 6HK1-TC 7.8-Liter Diesel Engine (Duramax 7800)
Industrial
• L-Series 3&4 Cyl.s 1.1–2.2 Liter 12–40kW
• B-Series 4&6 Cyl.s 4.3–6.5 Liter 45–140kW
• H-Series 6 Cyl.s 7.8 Liter 100–200kW
• J-Series 4 Cyl.s 2.7–3.1 Liter 20–65kW
• S-Series 3&4 Cyl.s 9.8 Liter 130–240kW
• W-Series 6 Cyl.s 15.7 Liter 180–350kW
Marine
• In-line 6 Cylinder Turbo Intercooler series
• In-line 4 Cylinder Turbo Intercooler series
• Natural Aspiration series
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Isuzu Around the World
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UK
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Poland
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S.Africa
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Thailand
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Japan
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China
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Indonesia
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USA
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Others
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Total Global Production
831,000
969,000
1,117,000
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’04
’05
473,000
510,000
579,000
Engines Vehicles
Our Corporate Vision
Isuzu will always mean the best
A leader in transportation, commercial vehicles and
diesel engines, supporting our customers and respecting
the environment
Our Corporate Mission
Trust, Action, Excellence
A global team delivering inspired products and
services committed to exceeding expectations
Our Corporate Statement