2004 Isuzu Axiom Review

Name: 2004 Isuzu Axiom Review
Brand: Isuzu
Price: 1468 USD
Rating: 4.7 (46 reviews)

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Strong V6 engine, distinctive styling, slick four-wheel-drive system.

Cons

Old tech underpinnings, cumbersome control layout, slow steering, tight legroom in front seat.

What’s new

More power is the word for 2004. The Axiom's 3.5-liter V6 engine features new gasoline "direct injection" technology to improve both horsepower and torque. Of a less exciting nature, the audio system doesn't include a tape player anymore and the speaker count drops by two for a total of six. Outside, there's a new chrome finish for the front grille and for the XS model's optional alloy wheels.

Edmunds says

Isuzu's Rodeo-based Axiom is a compromise that will please few consumers. It looks like a car, but drives like a truck. Most people buying SUVs today prefer the opposite.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Isuzu Axiom S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$234/mo

$201/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Consumer reviews

Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Isuzu Axiom.

5 (74%)

4 (20%)

3 (6%)

2 (0%)

1 (0%)

4.7

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As reliable as the sun

mike696, 06/28/2012

2004 Isuzu Axiom S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Have had this truck for nearly 10 years and put over 150k miles on it. Was great for helping move my friends drum kit, hauling a tent trailer up a mountain, and going off-road. The Axiom has great power and control. Was more fun to drive than a V6 Altima. Can't even imagine replacing this with anything else.

Great SUV/Rough on gas

mccabe1919, 10/20/2003

2004 Isuzu Axiom S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

This is a fun drive..Although look out for your gas. It can be rough!

Underwhelmed by internet reviewers

Jake4551, 08/24/2004

2004 Isuzu Axiom XS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

The big problem with this vehicle is some of the ridiculous reviewers comments throughtout the internet. Do yourself a favor checkout, Car and Driver, MotorTrend, Fourwheeler magazine, or their respective dotcom sites for a true review. Purchased this vehicle because I wanted a crossover, but I wanted a truck frame like my previous 2000 Grand Cherokee. Loved the …

Excellent

ricrado, 07/17/2010

2004 Isuzu Axiom XS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

I am 5'6" and 167 lb for me this is the best car ever, the only thing I don't like too much is that jumps to much when go in to a bump or something like it. I make a trip of 210 miles and I only use 13 gallons of gas = 21 mpg hwy city 16

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2004 Axiom Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$24,849
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$234/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	35.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Axiom include:

Alarm

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Poor

2004 Isuzu Axiom Review

Edmunds' Expert Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Isuzu Axiom S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Pros

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What’s new

Edmunds says

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Isuzu Axiom S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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As reliable as the sun

Great SUV/Rough on gas

Underwhelmed by internet reviewers

Excellent

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Isuzu Axiom S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}