2004 Isuzu Rodeo Review
Price Estimate: $1,500 - $2,432





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Stylish exterior, powerful new V6, great powertrain warranty.
Cons
- Cheap interior pieces, flaccid suspension, uncomfortable front seats, questionable build quality.
What’s new
Isuzu has made a few changes this year to make the Rodeo more appealing to SUV shoppers. First off, there's a new range-topping 3.5-liter V6 that makes 250 horsepower. Last year's 3.2-liter V6 has a new home in the base model; the four-cylinder engine has been dropped. Other alterations this year include a new Sound Package, a new Color Package and a new tire-pressure monitoring system.
Edmunds says
An impressive V6 engine makes its debut for 2004. Too bad it has to be in the under-achieving Rodeo.
For sale near Ocoee, FL
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Florida
$206/mo for Rodeo S
Rodeo S
vs
$171/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Isuzu Rodeo Owner Reviews
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Da Bugga is Cherry
3.75 out of 5 starsMiki'ala, 11/08/2005
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
I've had my Rodeo for little over a year now and I'm pretty happy with it. For some reason my buttons on my steering wheel don't work as well as another Rodeo that we had test drove, but oh well. I think the exterior is definitely nice and if you throw some tires on and give it maybe a slight lift, the Isuzu Rodeo is a sick kick ride. I have to go back and forth on an uphill road and … with its 3.5 liter V6, it doesn't disappoint. I love driving my Rodeo, although I may turn it in for a smaller car : (
My second Rodeo, just as great!!
5 out of 5 starsMelanie, 08/03/2008
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
This is my second Rodeo. My first was a 2002 LS. I never had any problem with it. Another driver hit me and I think I would have been killed if I were not in my Rodeo. So I bought another one with the insurance money. This one is newer and has the 3.5L engine, the gray trim, upgraded sound and fog lights. I love it even more than my old one. It has great pick up, great interior. I love … the controls for the stereo on the steering wheel. The price was great and it is in perfect condition. I know it will last forever too. My old one never had any problem. These vehicles are such great quality and value and low maintenance that I can't understand why Isuzu quit making them. I love mine!
Just what the doctor ordered
4 out of 5 starscolumbia rodeo, 06/28/2007
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
For me, with a towing package, this is the ideal suv for the money. I don't know where you can find an equal value in today's market. To date, other than oil changes, I've only replaced the drive belt and tires. This is my 4th Isuzu since the mid 80s, I average about 120k mi/truck between purchases. With routine attention to maintenance they've all been reliable rides. Like many others … on this site I can not understand the low ratings from editors. I'd like to see Isuzu revive the Trooper and Rodeo in the US soon.
Love the Rodeo..... Almost
4.38 out of 5 starsRyan, 10/31/2006
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
I love almost everything about the 2004 Direct Injection Rodeo, except for the fuel injection problem that I have had in BOTH 2004 Rodeos I have had. It sometimes wants to hesitate during my first acceleration of the day, but then performs fine. I can't seem to find anyone else that has had this problem, but I have experienced it in both Rodeo's that I have had.
2004 Rodeo Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $19,799 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $206/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 33 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic 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 – OriginalMarginal
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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