2004 Isuzu Ascender: Overview

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2004 Isuzu Ascender 

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  • MSRP: $25,699 -$31,199
  • Invoice: $24,157 -$29,327

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Pros

  • Passenger and cargo room
  • Trailer-towing capability

Cons

  • Steering/handling
  • Fuel economy

Vehicle Highlights

Front side airbags and keyless remote become optional instead of standard for 2004 editions of Isuzu's flagship SUV, which added a shorter-wheelbase version midyear. Based on General Motors' midsize SUVs, Ascender is closely related to the GMC Envoy. Ascender originally came only in an extended-length version with 3-row, 7-passenger seating; added midyear was a regular-length version with 2-row, 5-passenger seating. Extendeds offer 6-cyl or V8 power, regulars only the 6 cyl. Both come with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Ascender is available with rear-wheel drive or 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard. Curtain side airbags are not offered. OnStar assistance and power-adjustable pedals are optional; traction control is available with 2WD. Ascender comes with Isuzu's 3-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and 7-year/75,000-mile powertrain warranty vs. GM's 3-year/36,000-mile coverage. Maximum towing capacity is 7200 lb. Ascender's performance and accommodations mimic those of similarly equipped Envoys.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category S 4WD, 6 cyl Rating Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 6 4.8
Fuel Economy 4 3.8
Ride Quality 5 4.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 3 3.7
Quietness 4 4.4
Controls 7 6.2
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 6.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 6 5.6
Cargo Room 8 7.8
Value within Class 6 5.1
Total Score: 56 52.3

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