2004 Isuzu Ascender Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Chelo on 01/10/2005

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender Limited 7 Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall, I adore my Ascender-Limited! Purchased January 2004. She is loaded, drives smooth, exceptional Bose sound system, Onstar - everything I wanted in an SUV. Only one problem; 7 visits to dealer because of the "check engine light". Replaced ignition, cooling fan system, battery replaced and new battery was drained, and only has 16K miles.

Favorite Features

Favorites: exterior gorgeous cashmere beige; Onstar & phone; tan leather interior; heated seats; traction control, steering wheel controls; safe; adjustable pedals; memory seats (two driver remotes); handles like a car; 295hp engine; awesome to travel in; cost effective; & low insurance premiums.

Suggested Improvements

Leather seats - more cushion & supple leather; arm rest for front seats; center console rests too high - lower it; improve strength & relocate driver/rear cup holders; 2nd & 3rd row headrests make them removable.

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Treasure found

Written by: Kirk on 01/05/2005

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5 Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My wife and I looked for weeks for our first SUV. The Tribute, Escape, Pilot, CRV, RAV4 and more... The styling of the Ascender caught our eye, we test drove it, it was great, roomier than many other SUV's at much higher $$$. Our children thought it looked and drove awesome. It is basic but pretty inside, and quiet. The final price was wonderful, and a great warranty. I feel like we made out like bandits, thank you Isuzu (GM).

Favorite Features

Body design, handling, quietness.

Suggested Improvements

A head rest that meets your neck a bit more as you sit back. Needs a few more miles to the gallon, but that 275 HP engine is too sweet to give up.

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Great look and great ride

Written by: Tarun Ghosh on 01/03/2005

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 5 Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I am still learning about this car. I bought the 5 passenger. I got two kids and so I am still thinking to go to dealership and request for an exchange to a 7 seater. This car is as good as TrailBlazer and Envoy but I got more options in the same price.

Favorite Features

Dashboard look up, moon roof, space

Suggested Improvements

they can improve the seat quality

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2004 Izusu Ascender

Written by: Albert Cepeda on 01/02/2005

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5 Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I had been driving Toyota's for the last 12 years. I have had a 4 Runner which had a very rough ride and was looking for an SUV that would handle better,and more like a car and still have the SUV look. After reviewing several models. I noticed that the Izusu was built in the GM Plant at Moraine Oh and shares the same body frame as the GMC Envoy and Buick Rainer but each of these is priced several thousands more and the Isuzu has a 7 year 75000 mile warranty while the GM versions only have 3 years 36 months. I thought the Izusu was a great value for the money. I dressed mine up with dealer installed Leather seats (The Izusu leather is cheesy at best) it really made vehicle.

Favorite Features

This SUV is great to drive. It has very good performance with the 275 HP inline 6 cyl motor. I just love drving my Ascender, sometimes I feel like a kid again going for a drive just for the fun of it. This vehicle is really a hidden value in the market place. Take a look one and compare.

Suggested Improvements

Better leather option.

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Better than the rest

Written by: randr on 01/01/2005

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 7 Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Searched and test drove all the other SUV's on the market , nothing else came close to the Ascender. My neighbour traded in his new Tahoe as soon as he seen my Ascender, this vehicle should be rated much higher amongst the others.

Favorite Features

Roominess,highway power and a comfortable ride.

Suggested Improvements

Change out the entertainment system , I did.They're should be more factory options.Fuel economy is a bit sad considering what the EPA sticker showed, lift the body a couple of inches to give it better clearance and the body moulding could be a bit tighter.

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Good so far

Written by: Billy Dwyer on 12/29/2004

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 5 Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We traded in a 2002 Ford Explorer. The Ascender rides smoother and has more options than the aforementioned. I like the towing capabilities and options that are available on the Ascender. So far we have no complaints.

Favorite Features

6 disc changer, towing package, side airbags, moonroof, homelink system

Suggested Improvements

not too keen on the plastic side moldings and the front chrome plastic.

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Great Deal

Written by: J in SD on 11/01/2004

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5 Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I checked out the Ford Explorer, GMC Envoy, and Isuzu Ascender. Preferred Envoy/Ascender over the Explorer and neither could touch the deal I got w/the Ascender. On similar equipped Envoy I couldn't get the dealer under 30k. I picked up my Ascender for just over 23k on almost the exact same vehicle and received a better warranty.

Favorite Features

Quality/price

Suggested Improvements

Redesign rear headrest to make it easier to view out the rear view mirror.

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Very Impressed

Written by: sirrundmc on 10/29/2004

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 7 Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This SUV is unreal. I am so impressed with the quality and make of the vehicle. Roominess is an understatement. The quality of this vehicle is beyond my expectations. I use to own a Chevy Suburban and I swore up and down I would never buy another American made car. But even though this car is American made, it has the quality of a Japanese made car without the price or the shortcomings in roomyiness. This SUVis the secret of 2004.

Favorite Features

Color,room,warranty,power

Suggested Improvements

Offer more accessories. (i.e.-DVD,TV),upgrade the radio.

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Riding In Style

Written by: Gerrie on 10/23/2004

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 7 Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I really love the way the isuzu handles the road. I have a really smooth ride.

Favorite Features

Ajustable seat and dual air conditioners. The sound is out of this world.

Suggested Improvements

The only problem I have it that the seats do not fold down flat.

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I like it!

Written by: postal worker on 10/14/2004

Vehicle

2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5 Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I traded up from a Jeep Cherokee Sport model 4x4, so the handling, ride and quiet interior really shows up to me. I drove a lot of SUVs while I was shopping for this, and comparing quality, comfort and price, I am extremely happy with the value of this vehicle.

Favorite Features

I love the passenger compartment sound level, the dual climate control and the number of power ports available.

Suggested Improvements

The exterior body style is not condusive to leaving the window down even a little bit when it rains. The side of the vehicle extends too far past the top, so you get drips inside...

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