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Summary
Isuzu Trooper offers a high-quality driving experience and spacious cabin, although the top-level Trooper Limited lacks the V8 power found in other luxury SUVs. If roominess and a smooth ride are high priorities, the S and LS models should leave you feeling you spent your money wisely.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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2WD: S ($27,170); LS ($28,765); Limited ($32,813) 4WD: S ($29,170); S 5-speed manual ($27,620); LS ($30,765); Limited ($34,813) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, dual airbags standard |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Fujisawa, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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4WD Limited ($34,813) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, ABS, limited-slip rear differential, rear-window defroster, power locks, remote keyless entry, power heated mirrors, cruise control, tilt steering, power windows, variable intermittent wipers, rear washer/wiper, split rear seatback, cargo cover, AM/FM/cassette stereo; LS adds 6-CD changer, fog lights, privacy glass, power seats with seat heaters, leather-wrapped steering wheel and color-keyed fender flares; Limited adds leather seat surfaces, power moonroof, two-tone paint and wood grain interior trim |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Destination Charge:
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520 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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35333 |
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Layout:
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front engine, four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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215 @ 5400 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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230 @ 3000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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15/19 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.7 |
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Length/width/height:
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187.8/69.5/72.2 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.6/59.8 |
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Turning circle:
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38.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.4/53.7/40.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.8/53.5/39.1 |
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Cargo volume:
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85.3 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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5000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent, double wishbones, torsion bars, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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live axle, four links, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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4615 |
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Tires:
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P245/70R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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22.5 |
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