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Used 2004 Isuzu Rodeo SUV Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

I LOVE THIS SUV!!!!

drumkey86, 04/26/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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I love this car!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

my first new car/suv

carlessman, 05/05/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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this Rodeo is so cool i can buy it again tommorrow

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4.5 out of 5 stars

3rd Isuzu -- Best Value for an SUV

kdive98, 06/19/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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I've owned three Isuzu Rodeos--a 94, 97, and now an 04. I've never had a serious problem with them and the previous two that I had were both at 150,000 when I traded them in. Comfortable, reliable, and stylish-- all for a great price. Edmunds missed the mark when they gave this model a poor review!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Very Nice SUV

GregCAZ, 06/24/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I really like this SUV. It has run great with NO problems. I love the cargo room and the exterior looks like and SUV not mini-van on steroids. There is plenty of front leg room and the rear seat has plenty of room for my 6' son. This SUV gets high marks from my whole family.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Cody Mitchell, 07/25/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Quite, comfterbal, and smooth riding.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

old zuzu

bigroo, 08/02/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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sorry people, i have a 95 rodeo. i just had to write something. my 95 rodeo has been through 3 teenagers, now on 128000 miles and has had no problems on it as far as breaking down. this is my first vehicle and i LOVE it!! and of course its got 4wd so this thing does see a lot of off road use. it has held up for almost 10 years now. even as its previous owners treated it like a red headed step-child.

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4 out of 5 stars

GOOD SUV FOR THE PRICE

CRAIG, 08/06/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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JUST PURCHASED IT AND I LOVE IT. FOR THE PRICE YOU CAN GET BETTER.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Isuzu Rodeo rating

Raymie, 08/22/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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As a 2nd geneartion buyer of Isuzu, I am very satisfied with this vehicle. Isuzu's are low maintenance and I will buy a 3rd one. Other well known companies use Isuzu trucks and market them as their own. The Chevrolet Trailblazer is the Isuzu Ascender. The Honda Passport is the Isuzu Rodeo. This should tell the sceptics something about the quality.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

GOOD FOR 1ST SUV

SMALLPAT, 10/04/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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I LIKE THE RODEO. THE INTERIOR COULD BE BETTER.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good Vehicle

ASSMAN, 10/06/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Excellent vehicle. One of the best I've ever owned.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Buy One

Mr.Rodeo, 10/08/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Don't listen to the professional critics, take the word of somebody who's owned one for 3+ years. Just traded in the 2001 Rodeo Sport for the 4Door model(expecting child). As impressed with this one as I was the previous model. This one seems to have a smoother ride than the sport though. The warranty speaks for the reliability of the vehicle. Do you really think a car company would place a 7/75k mile warranty on a vehicle that always needed service...Thus the reason Chevy n Ford only offer 3/36k. Yes we had a few problems w/ our 2001, but nothing that wasn't covered by the warranty. The real selling point for this vehicle is the price. $20,500! Loaded, this thing compares to a Pathfinder.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

French's Review

John French, 10/09/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The rear Passenger doors need to open wider. The seats needs more lumbar support and seat inclination needs adjustment. Mine, a 2003 Rodeo, needs a bigger console. My pistol barely fits in the console, let alone any extra mags or ammo. A/C works great! The suspension needs to be stiffer and upgraded before doing any off roading. Overall the Rodeo is an excellent product for the money.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

rodeo

Rebbel, 10/09/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have driven many types of cars and truks, Includeing a Jeep cj7 and several ford trucks, this is the first orgen made truck that I have ever oned and I am verry happy and pleased with it A reasonably priced well made 4x4 that is fun to drive and fun to own.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Better than magazine ratings

PJSchlum, 10/17/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Consumer guides did not rate this SUV very highly claiming rough ride. Obviously they did not drive mine. Hugs the road tight, not rough as other SUV's I've test driven (Highlander, Sorrento, and the new Chevy one). No fancy buttons and bells, but has everything I need. Isuzu gives you more bang for your money. Simple but all anyone would want in an SUV.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

great

great, 12/23/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This suv has great power and works very well in mud and snow compared to others. If has much smoother ride than most real suvs and isn't a toy suv on a car frame.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Surprise

randallgray, 12/28/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The vehicle has been a surprise. The ride and reliability have been excellent. The car has a lot of equipment at a significantly lower sticker price than the competition.

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5 out of 5 stars

My little truck

James Gomez, 10/02/2019
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my rodeo off E-bay at a great price. That first gear on the automatic trany gets you going in a hurry. I pull a 25 ft travel trailer with my little truck. I have done the brakes on it and they are heavy duty. When 110000 miles hit I had to change the radiator cause of the plastic. I also had an engine problem with blown intake manifold gasket, again with the plastic. I also tip the rear seat down and it makes a great storage spot for items (the back has the golf clubs). I like it so much I'm looking at the big brother the Ascender, for the towing!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

2004 Rodeo 4 door

hitmark, 05/01/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
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Good suv for the price, Nice size. Good Looking

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Buy

jdifranco27, 07/16/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4WD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Not sure why there aren't more of these on the road. My wife and I have had the car for two years with no problems. Great fun SUV.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Great for the Money

Craig, 12/20/2004
2004 Isuzu Rodeo S Rwd 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've had my Rodeo for about 3 months. No problems at all. It has the Direct Injection, 250-Hp V-6 engine, and it will definitely move. I was astounded by the performance of this engine - especiallly when compared to the [Rodeo} standard V-6. No contest whatsoever. If you get one of these, get the Direct Injection. You won't regret it.

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