2004 Isuzu Ascender Review
Price Estimate: $1,657 - $2,687

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Strong six- or eight-cylinder engines, simple interior design, plenty of passenger and cargo room.
Cons
- Spongy suspension, numb steering, low-grade interior materials, odd exterior proportions.
What’s new
A smaller, five-passenger version joins the lineup. The bigger Ascender is pretty much the same as last year, though Isuzu has added a bit of content and fiddled with the option packages. On base 2WD S models, the formerly standard keyless entry and side airbags are now optional. LS models now have a leather-wrapped steering wheel as standard and leather seating, formerly exclusive to the Limited trim, can be ordered as an option. For the Limited, driver-adjustable pedals are new this year.
Edmunds says
Capable, roomy and packing optional V8 power, this is Isuzu's best truck.
For sale near Wausau, WI
2 listings
- 116,159 miles
- 7 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Kingdom Autohaus (750 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
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Located in Landisville, PA
Freshly serviced and newly inspected. Brand new premium brake pads and rotors. New ball joints, sway bar links and calipers. Two owners, and no accide...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary Unavailable.
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 4NUET16S346700615
Stock: 700615
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-29-2024- 185,394 miles
- 3 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Car Plug (1,036 mi away)
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
- Towing Hitch
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Kenner, LA
Visit Car Plug LLC online at https://carplugllc.com to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 5**-4**-5*** today to schedule your test drive...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 4NUDS13S742103879
Stock: 210-185-olw
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-04-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Wisconsin
$228/mo for Ascender S 5-Passenger
Ascender S 5-Passenger
vs
$174/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Isuzu Ascender Owner Reviews
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4.88 out of 5 starsskyye, 03/12/2009
2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5-Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
My husband & I purchased our Ascender March 08, it being a car thats not really common we had our doubts but was exactly what we were looking for. We never had any problems on it except for an electrical problem which is common on these cars. When making sure this was the right car to purchase I searched reviews & found the most informative ones on this site so I wanted to make sure … that I added my thoughts of this car on here but most importantly how well it handles in accidents. Last week my husband was involved in an accident with a drunk driver which totaled our Ascender but it handled extremely well. Definitely a 10 on safety!!
My 2003 Isuzu Ascender
5 out of 5 starsPat K., 10/22/2003
2004 Isuzu Ascender Limited 7-Passenger 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I am really enjoying my Ascender. It
has provided comfort, good mileage, and
a lot of flattering comments from per-
sons who had not seen an Ascender
before. It has all the extras that I
could ask for including an outstanding
warranty.
A real surpise
4.75 out of 5 starstmbhawaii, 01/21/2004
2004 Isuzu Ascender LS 7-Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
very roomy and provides a smooth ride.
Engine is very quiet.
Going on 12 years together...
5 out of 5 starsLaverna Lopez, 05/24/2016
2004 Isuzu Ascender S 5-Passenger Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car brand new in 2005. I have always had an Isuzu, my husband and I would buy a new one for me every 3 years. My 2004 ascender has moved to 3 states with me in the last 12 years, has over 177,000 miles and still runs great. Have never had to use my AAA in 12 years nor my Insurance. Have thought numerous times about trading it in and getting something new but I've never had … a single issue with this vehicle ever..I've kept up maitance on it and have never had to take it in for any issues AT ALL! This is the best most reliable car I have ever owned!!
2004 Ascender Highlights
S 5-Passenger
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $25,699 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $228/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 43.7 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Ascender include:
- Alarm
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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