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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  So Far So Good... - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By lrdvader64 - May 18 - 2:00 am

  Had early problems with gas mileage and computer chip programming errors. Other wise has performed well. Disappointed with the extremely soft ride and dealership where I purchased it. They have been extremely unhelpful, and have switched to a more local dealership.

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  Best Value & Warranty - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By TampaMike - April 4 - 10:00 am

  This is my second Rodeo. Lease ended on my 98 LS, and I went shopping. Everything I liked as much or more than the Rodeo cost 10K more, comparably equipped to the LSE. My 98 LS had several recalls and bugs, but they seem to be addressed in the 02 model. I decided to purchase the 02 LSE for less cost than my 98 LS.

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  2002 Rodeo - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By jbauman - June 14 - 11:16 am

  I like it a lot - and it tows 5000 pounds on level ground with no trouble at all. Hills can be a challenge, but then again, Im at max towing capacity. Except for two nagging problems, its been very reliable. One problem is a persisten check engine light (PO440 code, a known problem), and two failures of the accumulator piston seal on the transmission (another common problem). Both fixed under warranty.

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  Worth the money - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By randymarsh - January 23 - 4:45 pm

  We bought ours in 2002 new and it has been a great car for the money. Dont expect 4runner or Pathfinder comforts in these cars, but they are much cheaper. The ride is a little stiff and the interior is cheap, but positives are a fairly peppy engine and good exterior styling. These do burn oil, but if you check it regularly and top it off as needed, you should never have any problems. At 112K miles, the only issue was the ABS light coming on a couple of times around 30K miles. Make sure they are maintained (fuel filter every 30K and the previously mentioned oil burning). Transmission fluid is sealed so a lot of places cant change it, but an Amco can handle it.

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  Solid Truck - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Jeffk - December 4 - 10:00 am

  Good solid truck. Interior features a little hoakie. No climate control option. No Mechanical issues.

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  2nd Rodeo Ive Owned - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Ron Webster - March 30 - 2:00 am

  I got 300,000 miles from my 93 Rodeo. The 02 Ive got has done well with not mechanical problems. Daily avergage mileage is 350 miles of city and over the highway.

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  My Experience - 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Kerrie Cornett - March 8 - 3:10 am

  I love my Rodeo, but it doesnt love me. I have had it in the shop for warranty work 7 times since I bought it on November 28, 2003. It is going in this week for its eighth trip. I have had sensors go bad, the catalytic converter replaced, the transmission rebuilt, the exhaust manifold replaced, and this week its getting a new fuel pump. The clutch is tricky and there is still a knock in the rear end, but Ive gotten used to that noise and learned the secrets of the clutch. I may have just gotten a lemon, but based on the amount of time that Ive spent in the service lounge I wouldnt buy another Isuzu Rodeo.