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        "id": 1718337,
        "msgid": "rising-diesel-prices-how-does-the-popularity-of-the-isuzu-panther-fare-1777956877",
        "date": "2026-05-05 11:02:00",
        "title": "Rising Diesel Prices: How Does the Popularity of the Isuzu Panther Fare?",
        "author": "Agung Kurniawan",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Economy",
        "summary": "Rising prices of non-subsidised diesel fuel in Indonesia, reaching up to Rp 30,890 per litre at private stations, have raised questions about the relevance of older diesel vehicles like the discontinued Isuzu Panther. Despite production halting in 2020 and limited availability in the used market, prices for used Panthers have edged upwards, with models from 2005 listed around Rp 115 million. Dealers note a niche fanbase but suggest modern alternatives like the Toyota Kijang Innova Diesel remain preferable, highlighting shifting consumer preferences amid fuel cost pressures.",
        "content": "<p>JAKARTA \u2013 Diesel fuel prices have been rising steadily in recent\ntimes. As of May 2026, Dexlite and Pertamina Dex have reached Rp 26,000\nand Rp 27,900 per litre, respectively. At private fuel stations like BP\nAKR, diesel is priced at Rp 30,890 per litre.<\/p>\n<p>This situation has sparked discussions on the relevance of older\ndiesel vehicles today. One frequently mentioned model is the Isuzu\nPanther.<\/p>\n<p>However, does the increase in non-subsidised diesel prices also boost\nthe popularity of the Panther in the used car market?<\/p>\n<p>Rama from Rama Dagang Mobil stated that consumers opting for modern\ndiesel cars generally understand the implications of using high-quality\ndiesel. Meanwhile, Panther buyers typically already know the vehicle\u2019s\ncharacteristics.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhether (the Panther\u2019s popularity) rises or not, it\u2019s too early to\nsay. It does have its fans,\u201d Rama told Kompas.com on Monday\n(4\/5\/2024).<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe stock is gone, sellers are rare, and buyers are scarce too.\nIsuzu (Panther) is already rare,\u201d Rama added.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, from a pricing perspective, used Isuzu Panthers have\nbeen observed to creep upwards in recent times, even though production\nstopped in 2020.<\/p>\n<p>Based on monitoring of several used vehicle sales websites, younger\nPanther models are still marketed at relatively high prices.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, the 2005 LS variant remains around Rp 115 million. Older\nmodels, such as the 1997 version, are offered starting from Rp 62\nmillion.<\/p>\n<p>Andi from Jordy Mobil showroom at MGK Kemayoran, Central Jakarta,\nbelieves Panther prices should still be below those of modern diesels\nlike the Toyota Kijang Innova Diesel.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m not entirely sure about Panther prices. But it should be below\nthe Innova Diesel. It still loses out,\u201d he said recently.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf it\u2019s in normal condition, it\u2019s expensive. Maybe it\u2019s being hyped.\nBut for me, if the prices are the same, I\u2019d personally choose the Innova\nDiesel,\u201d Andi added.<\/p>",
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