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2 out of 5 stars

TOD PROBLEMS ARE EXPENSIVE

Jon, 01/07/2005
2002 Isuzu Axiom XS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Axiom on 11/26/2001. At the time I was attracted by the zero percent financing and nice look of the body style. The vehicle drinks gas like an elephant. 12.2 mpg city and 18 mpg highway. This is terrible for a six cylinder. The tires are Goodyears and are terrible. They do not corner well and are terrible on the highway. If you are foolish enough to buy this vehicle do yourself a favor and change the tires right away. The sensors for the TOD are expensive and mine went after 37 months. I still owe $9,000.00 on the vehicle and already I'm putting big money into it. It only has 30,000 miles on it. I do not recommend this vehicle to anyone.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Isuzu.

Margaret Caley, 10/11/2016
updated 04/13/2017
2002 Isuzu Axiom XS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

This is the most luxurious car I've ever owned. The two-toned leather seats are beautiful and comfortable. There is more storage space than any similar car. I have hauled furniture, groceries, fabric and friends. People are always surprised when I tell them how old it is. Isuzu has been a good brand, my 1993 Rodeo is still going strong. Now my daughter is driving the Axiom and we gave the Rodeo to a friend. I would have bought another Isuzu if they were sold in the U.S..

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5 out of 5 stars
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3.75 out of 5 stars

Mixed Emotions....

brantm21, 01/12/2011
2002 Isuzu Axiom XS 2WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

Had this car for a family vehicle. It was reliable, yes. And it was comfortable, yes. It's hard to put into words but it was just awkward to drive. I did like the ability to stiffen the suspension but it still handled horribly. I loved the interior personally. The sunroof was a nice touch. Never had a problem with it mechanically. Drove it probably 15k Highway miles all over this beautiful USA country.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Beware!

bmprigge, 03/29/2010
2002 Isuzu Axiom 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I've had this car for a little over two years and it is in the shop again for a blown engine. The last time, it had an issue with the engine and it completely seized, this time a rod shot through the block. It's a pain having to have it in the shop so often (I had to get a new transmission in it about 6 months ago) but I can't bring myself to trade it in because I LOVE DRIVING IT!! I would say that if you can find one, buy it (but make sure you get an extended warranty).

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best SUV you will ever own!

Luc, 10/18/2008
2002 Isuzu Axiom 2WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

4 years and the only repair was a tuning light bulb! Replace the factory Good Years and the ride quality will improve. I got a set of Pirelli Scorpion ATR - 80 miles/hour and you can hear only a little wind noise! Gas mileage is average, but OK for an SUV - I will say better than most SUVs with same engine size. If you are looking for a used SUV, this will beat by far any other used SUV available in value/reliability/price!

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