Isuzu Impulse first generation

Isuzu Impulse first generation
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The Isuzu Impulse first generation (1984–1989): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States.

Model codes: JR · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,385 mm
Width–1,655 mm
Height–1,300 mm
Wheelbase–2,440 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,180 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

6 complaints for model years 1984–1989. 1 crash · 1 injury

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Isuzu Impulse first generation

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United States 14 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
1985–1989(FFS,TRBO)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1985–1989(FFS,TRBO)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km
1988–1989(FFS)2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1988–1989(FFS)2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1985–1987(FFS,TRBO) CA model · (FFS,TRBO)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1987(FFS)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1987(FFS)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1986(FFS)1.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km
1986(FFS)1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
1985(FFS,TRBO) CA model2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
19852.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
19852.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic–21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual–22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

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