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2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350
Date Published: 7/31/08

2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350
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MSRP:
$16,989 - 27,358

Invoice:
$15,970 - 25,717

Class:
Compact Pickup Truck
2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350
Expert Rating Summary
Category LS crew cab Rating (See All
Ratings)
Compact Pickup Truck Average Rating
Acceleration 5 4.8
Fuel Economy 4 4
Ride Quality 4 4.3
Steering/Handling/Braking 4 3.9
Quietness 4 4.4
Controls 5 5.8
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 4 5.2
Room/Comfort (rear) 4 2.5
Cargo Room 4 3.7
Value within Class 4 6.2
Total Score: 42 44.8
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350 Review
Isuzu's compact pickups are based on a design shared with General Motors. Two models are offered: the i-280 and i-350. The i-280 comes as a rear-wheel-drive extended cab with rear-hinged back doors that do not open independently of the fronts. It has a 175-hp 4-cyl engine and manual or automatic transmission. Traction control is available. The i-350 comes as a 4-wheel drive crew cab with a 220-hp 5-cyl engine and automatic transmission. The 4WD has low-range gearing but should not be left engaged on dry pavement. The i-280 has a 6-ft cargo box, the i-350 a 5-ft box. ABS is standard. Curtain side airbags covering both seating rows are standard for i-350, available for i-280. The i-280 comes with a vinyl three-passenger front bench seat, and is available with rear jump seats. Available for i-280 and standard for i-350 are cloth upholstery, and power windows/locks/mirrors. The i-350 has front bucket seats and a 3-passenger rear bench. Optional for i-350 are heated power front seats and leather upholstery.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Pickups offer a true-truck design in a relatively modest package. They are best suited for personal or light-duty use rather than commercial use, heavy hauling, or towing.

Our Best Buy is Toyota Tacoma. Our Recommended picks include Dodge Dakota and Honda Ridgeline.

New or significantly redesigned models include Isuzu i-280/i-350 and Mitsubishi Raider.
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