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Used 1998 Isuzu Rodeo Consumer Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars
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2.88 out of 5 stars

New models = bad news

SWC, 08/20/2002
1998 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 4dr SUV
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This was the first year this body style came out so there were many trips to the dealership for recalls....at least 10. Issuses: the paint on the rims started coming off a year after buying it. The interior is less than comfortable and there is no lighting inside. No glove compartment light, no map lights, no key lights, well ok, one dim dome light in the center. As for repairs, i've had to replace the ABS module($450) and the breaks have NEVER been right. I tried the dealership but they couldn't "duplicate" my problem. Midas wanted $1,000 for the repairs. The rear windshield wiper broke as well. I will NOT purchase another rodeo ever.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

pros & cons

d cant., 08/31/2004
1998 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 4dr SUV 4WD
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My experience with my 1998 Izusu Rodeo overall has been Good. It drives well. Fairly dependable and is a nice vehicle to look at.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great SUV at a Great Price!

mikellanes, 08/20/2002
1998 Isuzu Rodeo LS 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Had this SUV for about 5 months now... a few minor problems: back lock came un-done had to re-install locking unit. Rides nice, uncomfortable after many hours, runs at 100+ MPH very smoothly for hours on end :)

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great vehicle for all purposes

Rowdy-Mom, 08/21/2009
1998 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 4dr SUV 4WD
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I can do anything in this truck. It looks good. Plenty of hwy power & p'up. Climbs anything off-road, serious fun. Holds a ton of stuff. Pulls 3500 lb. trailer-load. Unfortunately, the alternator was undersized, so have had it rebuilt twice already. I like that it's now actually smaller than many other SUV/crosses out there, which aren't even really true 4WD. Gets 18-24 mpg. But, in the winter the mpg stinks, down to 14-18 with my studded snows in Colorado mtns. I don't understand why the resale is so low. I'm the original owner, 11 years so far, 100K miles. Before this I had an '84 Trooper for 14 years which was also great, but gutless.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

We love our Rodeo

Billy007, 04/30/2002
1998 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 4dr SUV
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We have not had any problems with the vehicle at 83000 miles. The car is peppy and fun to drive. The interior is comfortable and looks good. I especially like the dash layout and how easy everything is to use. This is my favorite SUV on the road over anything else.

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