Isuzu Trooper first generation

Isuzu Trooper first generation
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The Isuzu Trooper first generation (1984–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States.

Model codes: UBS · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,075–4,380 mm
Width1,650 mm
Height1,800–1,830 mm
Wheelbase2,300–2,650 mm

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

166 complaints for model years 1985–1991. 12 crashes · 24 fires · 16 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Engine 37

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 8 versions of the Isuzu Trooper first generation

United States 8 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
1988–1991(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP2.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1988–1991(FFS)2.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1989–1991(FFS)2.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1990–1991(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP2.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1986–1987(DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)2.2 LDiesel5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive22–25 MPG (9.4–10.7 L/100 km) EPA253–288 g/km
1986–1987(FFS)2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
19872.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
1984–1985(FFS) CA model2.0 LPetrol4-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Similar models from other brands

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