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Isuzu i-Series

Isuzu i-Series
Photo: Cutlass / Wikimedia Commons · CC0

The official data lists 9 versions of the Isuzu i-Series (2006–2008), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2006–2008
Markets
United States
Engines
2.8 L to 3.7 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
11.2 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Isuzu i-Series?

The Isuzu i-Series was a compact pickup sold in the United States from 2006 to 2008. Its open bed gave it room for everyday loads, while its compact pickup format suited drivers who wanted a truck for work or leisure.

The i-Series reflects a time when Isuzu also sold passenger vehicles in North America. Isuzu’s roots are in commercial vehicles and diesel engines, and the i-Series brought the brand into the US compact-pickup market.

Generation and engines

The US i-Series was its first generation, identified by the GMT355 platform code. It was related to the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, sharing their basic pickup format. The range used petrol engines from 2.8 L to 3.7 L.

How economical is the Isuzu i-Series?

The best listed combined EPA rating is 21 MPG. The lowest listed consumption is 11.2 L/100 km, also an EPA figure. EPA testing differs from the WLTP and NEDC procedures used in Europe and the 5-cycle procedure used in Canada.

Where was the i-Series sold?

The i-Series was sold in the United States. Its EPA listing covers nine petrol versions from 2006 to 2008.

Questions and answers

What years was the Isuzu i-Series sold?

It was sold in the United States from 2006 to 2008.

What engines did the i-Series have?

Its petrol engine range ran from 2.8 L to 3.7 L.

What is its EPA combined fuel economy?

The best listed combined rating is 21 MPG. Its lowest listed consumption is 11.2 L/100 km under the EPA procedure.

i-Series first generation (2006–2008)

Isuzu i-Series first generation
Photo: Cutlass / Wikimedia Commons · CC0

Model codes: GMT355 · Sold in: United States · References: en.wikipedia.org, wheel-size.com

United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2008SIL2.9 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2008CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2008CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2007CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2007CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2006CLKUP2.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2006SIL2.8 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.