2005 Isuzu Ascender: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $25,959 -$31,398
- Invoice: $24,401 -$29,514
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 Isuzu Ascender. See if the 2005 Isuzu Ascender is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 Isuzu Ascender |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | 4WD 7-passenger |
| Arrival Date: | 02/28/2005 |
| Engine: | ohv V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door wagon |
| Transmission: | 4-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 31,398 |
| Price as Tested: | 39,468 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 5082 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 5881 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 799 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 55.952 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 14.28 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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5.3-Liter V8, Roof Rail Air Bags, 4WD Preferred Equipment Pkg. (POwer Driver Seat, Remote Keyless Entry System, Content Anti-thet System, Front/Rear/3rd Row Floormats, Power Mirrors with Remote and Heater, Visors with Illuminated Mirrors), Limited Equipment Pkg. (Leather Appointed Trim, Heated Driver Seat, Mem Mirrors with Turn Signals, Bose Premium Audio System, Power R. Quarter Window Vent, Runnign Boards), Underbody Shields
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John Biel
You'll save thousands by buying an Ascender instead of the related GMC Envoy, but--considering the points brought up in our overall evaluation--this might be one of those cases where the expression "You get what you pay for" has some meaning.
Tom Appel
Two thoughts: First, Displacement On Demand just isn't enough. GM needs to lighten this bad boy, and slap a 5-speed auto in there. Second: I wish Isuzu would give it up. If the best they can do is resell a single, marginally competitive SUV, their time has come. Daihatsu and Daewoo are waiting.
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