2000 Isuzu Trooper Review
Fuel Economy
15 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Other trucks simply offer more. Consider a Trooper only if you are a die-hard Isuzu fan.
Pros
Huge interior, good off-road ability, outstanding visibility.
Cons
Trucklike handling that is less refined than some of the competition.
What's New for 2000
A two-wheel-drive model is available in the S trim, as well as the new midlevel LS and top-level Limited guises; all receive slight exterior restyling. The 10-year/120,000-mile powertrain warranty, the longest in America, ensures longevity.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
My 2000 Trooper
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Isuzu Trooper 4 Dr S 4WD Wagon
Review
This is my second Trooper - bought it new in 2000, replaced my 1991. Huge improvement. I really wish that Isuzu was still in the auto business and made these because I have no idea what I will replace it with. I have used this vehicle in every way possible. My one complaint is that the motor uses oil, has since new.
Favorite Features
Size and height. I am 6.2 feet. Lots of room. Durable. Never breaks down. Reliable.
Suggested Improvements
CD player stinks. Jams and won't eject CDs. Better gas mileage perhaps. Fog lights for the S model.
My zuzu needs work after 120k, but hey!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Isuzu Trooper 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon
Review
Bought about 18 mos ago. Never thought I'd want to drive an SUV, but somehow it's NOT big and cumbersome. Everything I've read about power, cargo, visibility, handling I must support. It's great! Had an overheating problem but a new thermostat fixed it. The A/C fan does need to be beefier (mine is out now) and my trans has been failing for 6 months or so. One week it drives fine,and the next is awful- suddenly free-spinning and losing speed in traffic. I'm told there is a leak, but it's a "closed system", I can't check or add tranny fluid. The tranny must be REPLACED, cannot be rebuilt. I found a local shop that will do it for 1600.00. Every other owner I run into raves about their Trooper
Favorite Features
Climbing up into it instead of lowering myself down, Huge automatic sunroof, twice the size of most, power everything, excellent visibility, nice ride, handling, power, mid-size, not a monster, interior and seat fabric is soft, comfy, and seems to resist everything messy- you just brush it off.
Suggested Improvements
The cooling system is known for having an insufficient fan, as does the A/C. Those should be corrected.If a closed trans system is supposed to be a good thing, shouldn't it still have a way to add fluid when problems develop?. I've heard about people actually drilling into the case and making one.
ok so far
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Isuzu Trooper 4 Dr S 4WD Wagon
Review
Bought new, has 90000 miles. 60000 had intake manifold go, which is very common. 70000 had egr go, not a big deal. 88000 had to put new starter in, $500. That's it so far, except basic stuff like pads, muffler and lights. Did timing belt early, I notice a lot of used ones have bad belts.
Favorite Features
5 speed manual, great in bad weather and towing. Fun to drive.
Suggested Improvements
Interior is poor, seat springs are broke and plastic trim pieces all over are breaking.
Where Oh Where Does All The Oil Go?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Isuzu Trooper 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon
Review
I bought my Trooper late in 2005 with 53K after researching for value. Too bad I didn't check reliability as well, but hey it's Japanese! The 3.5 six cylinder consumes copious amounts of oil... as much as a quart per week. The EGR valve required replacing, ($1000), at 70K because of burning all that oil. Shocks were replaced ($280), two weeks ago and last night at 81K the starter failed ($670). It handles great in the snow and carries scuba gear for 4 including 8 tanks, with room to spare. I'm going to drive this until it falls apart as resale value is laughable.
Favorite Features
Cargo room is admirable and I like the truck-like ride. Quality of fit and finish is high.
Suggested Improvements
Stop selling Isuzu vehicles in the US.
2000 Isuzu Trooper
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 3 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Isuzu Trooper 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon
Review
I have taken very very good care of this vehicle, only driven about 10,000 miles per year, has 97k on it now, had to replace **expensive** parts, transmission, and more. Warranty paid for most. My opinion, Isuzu needs to take better care of their consumers, think twice before buying Isuzu.
Favorite Features
The A/C .
Suggested Improvements
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