Overview & Reviews

For 2002, Isuzu has fiddled with the Rodeo's option packages and improved the available Intelligent Suspension Control (ISC) system.

• Stylish exterior, great powertrain warranty.

• Cheap interior pieces, flaccid suspension, uncomfortable front seats, questionable build quality.

User Reviews:

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  sporty economic import fun - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Jeff Samples - December 2 - 2:00 am

  I am very suprised. I have been looking for a mid-size SUV for my wife for some time now and we have had our Isuzu for a week now and our very excited. I sale pre-owned vehicles for a living and have never been in a vehicle that rode as efficient as this one. Its not the biggest and the best. But its the best value for the $.

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  Better than I Expected - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By JPQuick - September 13 - 2:00 am

  Pros- Build quality (rattle free!) Comfort (compliant suspension) Off road capability (4WD, limited slip) Warranty (10 years, 120k on powertrain) Financing (1.9% for 84 months!) Cons- Price / value Cloth upholstery (cheap fabric) Handling Notes- This vehicle provides a tremendous amount of feature content, but at a price. Invoice is about $4k too high. Steering response is probably a little below average for this class, but traction on the mud/snow tires is excellent. Build quality was unexpectedly good. More tightly constructed than my G35. Edmunds needs to re-evaluate this vehicle.

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  2000 LS-V6 - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By olaktal - August 1 - 2:00 am

  Maybe my comments will help some people with their purchase. I have a 2000 Rodeo V-6 LS. My main complaints would be rattles and ride quality. I changed the stock shocks to Monroe Sensi Tracs, huge improvement to ride and handling. I can deal with a few rattles for the excellent reliability and warranty. I do 20k miles a year and have only done oil changes. Powerful engine that goes with the fuel economy 18-21 is all I get. The Rodeo pulls trailers well and drives excellent on the highway. Factory stereo is crap, changed that immediately.

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  Mixed Feelings - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Brobas - April 3 - 2:00 am

  My first Rodeo, 2000 model was taken back in a NY State Lemon Law Dispute. I received this one in trade. Overall I like the truck. Very stylish, awesome off-road ability. The dealership I bought it from has been great.

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  Nice Vehicle - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By bigbad2001 - January 12 - 2:00 am

  I got the Special Edition and I love it. I have not had any big problems, except a few annoying things that the dealership fixed right away. The drive is nice, it is not like a car, but then again, I didnt buy a lexus. The engine is quiet and drive is smooth, especially with the Intelligent Suspension Control. I would have liked the interior to be a little more spacious, My friends who are 6 feet or taller have some space issues - also the moonroof takes away about 1-2 inches of headroom. The looks are definitely nice, it is black with grey lowers and grey aluminum wheels. It gets attention wherever I go.

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  Rodeo an excellent choice - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Mervin - November 19 - 10:00 am

  Owned for four months. Used mainly as an urban family hauler. Excellent reliability. Except for oil changes, no servicing required.

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  88000+ and still running strong - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By FHFMA - November 12 - 4:36 pm

  We bought this SUV new after an issue with a used car we bought from the same dealer. While it wasnt our first choice for SUV I had owned a 1984 Isuzu PU with a diesel engine one of the first in the country and had great service with it. This is my wifes primary vehicle and while it avg 18mpg around town it will get 25mpg on hwy trips. Its heavy even for the V6 and autotrans accounts for less MPG. Only problem was the transmission had to be replaced at 60K due to a known factory defect. This was covered by the long warranty. Only other issue now will be the cost to replace the timing belt. Important to note this vehicle was supplied to HONDA and sold as the PILOT prior to them making one.

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  Great value/Great price - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Paul Favorite - October 21 - 3:33 am

  Great truck

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  Nice SUV - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Nowski - October 7 - 10:00 am

  I cant believe how much power the 3.2 engine has. A recent trip to Yosemite, fully loaded down with 5 backpackers + gear, we were passing cars going uphill from Yosemite Valley up to Tuolomne Meadows at an elevation of 8400. Air conditioner full blast, 95 degrees outdoors, sunny, smoke-filled air from forest fires, this Rodeo just took the corners and muscled up the hill faster than other Explorers, Blazers, 4Runners, Tahoes, etc. (I still got 20 mpg for the trip...not bad at all for an SUV) Id prefer more leg room in the back, but...I guess you cant have everything.

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  Great Vehicle! - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By free4all - June 1 - 10:00 am

  Bought the 4 cylinder stick and in a flat environment it works fine. I took it in the mountains and it is way under powered. The is great looking and extemely comfortable. My next Rodeo will be a 6 cylinder.