The LDV D90 diesel is back. After a two-year gap, LDV has put a turbo-diesel engine into its seven-seat, ute-based SUV again, and added a new Luxe flagship above the Executive.
For buyers who tow, head off-road or simply want a big family wagon that does not cost Prado money, that changes the shortlist. It also comes with a $4500 discount that ends on 31 October 2026, unless LDV extends it.
The LDV D90 diesel gets a bigger, stronger engine
The new diesel is the 2.5-litre turbo-diesel already used in LDV's Terron 9 ute. In the D90 it makes 520Nm and drives through an eight-speed torque-converter automatic, with four-wheel drive standard on every diesel.
The diesel last sold in the D90 was a 2.0-litre unit making 160kW and 480Nm, so this is more torque from a larger engine. Combined fuel use is rated at 8.1L/100km, which is a full litre per 100km better than the old diesel.
The number that matters most for many buyers is towing. The diesel D90 is rated to pull 3500kg braked, up from 3100kg for the old diesel. That puts it in the same towing conversation as the established large 4WD wagons.
What the LDV D90 diesel costs right now
All D90 prices are drive-away, and LDV quotes two figures: one for ABN holders and a higher one for private buyers. With the $4500 October discount applied, the range looks like this.
- Petrol Mode 2WD: from $36,990 for ABN holders or $39,174 for private buyers - Diesel Executive 4WD: $46,990 for ABN holders or $49,700 for private buyers - Diesel Luxe 4WD: $51,490 for ABN holders or $54,437 for private buyers
Once the discount ends, the Executive diesel returns to $51,490 for ABN holders and $54,200 for private buyers. The Luxe goes back to $55,990 and $58,937 respectively.
That is a real gap. If you were going to buy a diesel D90 anyway, buying this month is worth $4500 on paper, so long as the car you want is actually in stock.
What the new Luxe flagship adds
The Luxe is diesel-only and sits above the Executive. It brings 20-inch alloy wheels on Continental tyres, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, and a hands-free power tailgate.
It also adds a front differential lock on top of the rear locker that the Executive 4WD already carries. For anyone who goes properly off-road, two lockers is a meaningful upgrade, though the 20-inch wheels and road tyres point the Luxe more at towing and touring than rock work.
The Executive diesel is the sweeter spot for most families. It already brings crawl control, a rear diff lock and the same engine, for about $4500 less than the Luxe.
The petrol D90 is still the budget play
Petrol grades carry on unchanged, with a 2.0-litre turbo making 184kW and 410Nm. The Mode 2WD from $36,990 drive-away for ABN holders keeps the D90 among the cheapest seven-seat SUVs on sale.
The trade-off is fuel use and towing. If you never tow anything heavy and mostly drive around town, the petrol saves you around $10,000 over the diesel Executive. If you tow a van or boat, the diesel is the one to buy.
How it stacks up against Prado, Everest and MU-X
The D90 diesel is chasing buyers who want a body-on-frame seven-seater but find the Toyota Prado, Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X too expensive. Those three dominate the segment, and they outsell the D90 by a wide margin.
That sales gap matters to you as a buyer. Strong demand keeps Prado and Everest discounts thin, while a slower seller like the D90 gives dealers more reason to deal. The GWM Tank 500 is the other value-focused rival worth cross-shopping.
The flip side is resale. Established nameplates usually hold value better, so factor in what the car will be worth in five years, not just what it costs today.
Watch the ABN price and the deadline
The headline numbers are ABN prices. Private buyers pay more, so make sure the quote you are comparing is the right one for you. Our guide to drive-away versus list pricing explains what should be included.
A hard end date also creates pressure. Some dealers will use 31 October to rush a deposit, or quote the discounted price on a car that will not arrive in time. Get the build date, stock status and delivery date in writing before you sign.
If you are financing the car, sort that before you walk in. Dealer finance often looks cheap until you see the full cost, and Loanseekers compares more than 70 lenders so you can check the dealer's offer against the wider market.
How can Carseekers help?
Carseekers gets dealers to compete for your business on the exact LDV D90 you want, whether that is the diesel Executive or the new Luxe. You see real drive-away offers side by side, without spending a weekend ringing around.
With a discount deadline this close, that matters. Carseekers can show you quickly which dealers actually have diesel stock and which are only promising it.
The finer details
Your questions answered.
Is the LDV D90 available with a diesel engine again?
Yes. Diesel has returned to the LDV D90 after a two-year gap, using the 2.5-litre turbo-diesel from the Terron 9 ute. It is offered in the Executive and new Luxe grades, both with four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic.
How much is the LDV D90 diesel in Australia?
With the $4500 October discount, the D90 Executive diesel is $46,990 drive-away for ABN holders or $49,700 for private buyers. The Luxe is $51,490 for ABN holders or $54,437 for private buyers. The discount runs until 31 October 2026 unless extended.
What is the LDV D90 diesel towing capacity?
The new diesel D90 is rated to tow 3500kg braked, up from 3100kg for the previous 2.0-litre diesel. That is a big part of its appeal for caravan and boat owners.
How does the LDV D90 compare to the Toyota Prado and Ford Everest?
The D90 diesel undercuts the Prado and Everest on price while offering seven seats, four-wheel drive and a 3500kg tow rating. The Toyota and Ford sell in far bigger numbers and generally hold their value better, so weigh the upfront saving against resale.
Should I buy the LDV D90 before the October discount ends?
If the car you want is in stock and can be delivered by 31 October, the $4500 saving is real. Do not let the deadline rush you into a deposit on a car that may not arrive in time. Get the stock status and delivery date in writing first.
What fuel economy does the LDV D90 diesel get?
The diesel D90 is rated at 8.1L/100km combined, a full litre per 100km better than the old 2.0-litre diesel. The petrol grades use more fuel, so the diesel suits buyers who cover long distances or tow often.