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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  Great wheels! - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By rnobadger - October 25 - 2:00 am

  Very comfortable & quiet ride.

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  future is here - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By jagwr72 - October 24 - 10:00 am

  Very different from any other SUV out there.Love the looks.Handels very nice on sport suspension mode, doesnt have that boaty feel others have(Grand cherokee, explorer...)

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  You could do much worse - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
  By KingMikey - August 20 - 11:23 am

  Honestly, I had this car for 7 years and 105K before my wife totaled it last week and with the exception of an AC compressor a year or two ago, the vehicle was flawless. I towed a 3500lb boat and it was perfect. Even with the 2WD model the limited slip system never got me stuck at a boat ramp or anywhere else. And it always had plenty of power to tow that boat. Fuel efficiency was always a problem whether towing or not though.

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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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  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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  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.

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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.