Overview & Reviews

Debuting this year as Isuzu's fifth sport-ute model, the Axiom attempts to blend the rugged nature of a sport-utility with the style and driving dynamics of a sedan. It features a retuned version of the Trooper's 3.5-liter V6, Isuzu's Torque On Demand (TOD) four-wheel-drive system, an Integrated Monitor System (IMS) that controls both the climate control and audio systems and a trick trip computer synchronized with the U.S. Atomic clock.

• Strong V6, distinctive styling, unique features.

• Limited drivetrain choices, old tech underpinnings.

User Reviews:

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  Sleek Looking Gas Hog - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By miwokman - August 13 - 10:00 am

  Ive had this truck 2 years and it hasnt let me down. Fun to drive, plenty of zip, and when the kids are not in the back, nice cornering with "Sport" drive engaged. The bad - the gas milelage stinks - expect 14 mpg if you drive in stop and go traffic or do lots of city driving. This means a fill up every 225 miles with the small 16.9 gallon tank (go further if you like looking at the "low fuel" warning). Ride is harsh in the back seat, futher harsh when sport is engaged.

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  Absolutely No Buyers Remorse - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By nuschler22 - July 26 - 11:40 pm

  My wife and I drove every SUV on the market. We were heading toward the Dodge Durange but "accidentally" discovered the Axiom. The Axiom is by far the quietest in its class and has as much if not more off the line and cruising power as the 8 cylinder Dodge Durango. With doing mostly city driving, the in dash mileage gauge shows weve averaged 19.8 mpg since weve bought, though it seems we get more. The vehicle is quieter than any other SUV in its category and handles like a nice sedan.

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  PART SPORTS CAR ,SUV, WAGON,AND LUXURY - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By BERNARDO - June 11 - 10:00 am

  I PURCHASED MY AXIOM JUNE OF LAST YEAR AND HAVE BEEN VERY PLEASED WITH MY DECISSION TO BUY IT. I HAVE HAD ZERO PROBLEMS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A BURNED OUT FOG LAMP WHICH WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NO ONE ELSE OFFERS AS MUCH FOR THE PRICE. TRUST ME I DID ALOT OF RESEARCH AND TEST DRIVES AND NO ONE COMES CLOSE.

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  My 2002 Axiom - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By Bill McKinney - May 24 - 2:16 pm

  Car has been very reliable and is eye-catching in appearance. I still get people asking me, even after 5 years old and 3 years since last Axiom was made, what kind of car it is and where can they look at a new one. The styling obviously made it impossible to put in a third row seat but have to say that I have never needed to carry more than 5 people and sometimes go for months with the rear seats folded down. Its been a great car and although I plan on my next purchase being a sedan, I will keep the Axiom.

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  2002 Isuzu Axiom - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By gretchensanchez - April 1 - 10:00 am

  In my experience having owned and used the vehicle for two years now, I have found the following. The interior color selections of camel/black interior is too light shows dirt and wear quickly. The backseat cargo conversion is cumbersome. You have to move the front seats forwards, remove backseat headrests, pull lower portion of seat forward and then back seat will fold down. In addition I have found that the exterior is extremely easy to ding scratch/dent. We have also experienced a number of problems with the braking system.

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  Fun to Drive - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By William - March 5 - 7:50 am

  Truck is fun to drive, could get better gas mileage. Plenty of torque.

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  Woah - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By drivzgrlzcrz - January 12 - 11:23 pm

  I will start off by saying I am very picky about my ride, and I love this vehicle it caught my eye at first but to be fair I looked around the lot only to return to it and peek inside, this is when I turned into a kid. Sweet interior, I knew 2 minutes into my test drive I was hooked. This SUV is unique and I get loads of compliments, I was previously interested in the Scion lineup & the Element but this is so me. The engine sounds like a tuned up car in power drive, super fun. Yes the pass doors could open more, the ride is wobbly in comfort, & the steering around turns uses more muscle but try to find an SUV that is perfect.. There isnt one, but this is very close.

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  2002 Axiom - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By Rev3Racer - January 11 - 10:00 am

  Bought the Axiom the week they came out. I was in the market for an SUV to pull my new bigger boat. Just had my 30,000 mile check-up. The vehicle has been flawless. In 30,00 miles, Ive had one driving light go, and thats t. I use Mobil 1 synthetic every 5,000 miles. The truck pulls my 23 foot boat with no problems. I would say my only complaint is the ride stinks on bumpy roads. It is great for highway diving, and handles way better than the other SUVs I tested. Overall, Im very happy with my decision. If you told me 3 ears ago, I would be driving an Isuzu, I probably would have laughed out loud. I was wrong. Its been a very good experience.

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  Fun rig -- great in rain -- gas hog - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By toby - December 26 - 1:56 pm

  This rig is a real fun ride. Two suspension modes allows different choice of rides. Switch over to the TOD - this an excellent vehicle for wet conditions and fast take offs at stops. Push button HP boost allows more push for uphills and passing. After 35k miles my only problem with my Axiom is that - going 55 on a flat road - you will only get 22 mpg at best. In the city 11-17. This engine is inefficient. My GMC 1/2 ton Denali gets as good of gas mileage as this much smaller V6. All in all - this ride has got a stylish look, plenty of power for driving around town, moderate interior room, and multiple suspension modes for fun travel. It will keep you looking for cheaper gas.

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  isuzu Axm xs - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By kenn - December 10 - 2:00 am

  very strong engine, fast, responsive, plenty of room for 5 adult passengers.