Overview & Reviews

A smaller, five-passenger version joins the lineup. The bigger Ascender is pretty much the same as last year, though Isuzu has added a bit of content and fiddled with the option packages. On base 2WD S models, the formerly standard keyless entry and side airbags are now optional. LS models now have a leather-wrapped steering wheel as standard and leather seating, formerly exclusive to the Limited trim, can be ordered as an option. For the Limited, driver-adjustable pedals are new this year.

• Strong six- or eight-cylinder engines, simple interior design, plenty of passenger and cargo room.

• Spongy suspension, numb steering, low-grade interior materials, odd exterior proportions.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Ascender - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By mom of teens - December 21 - 2:00 am

  I have only had my Ascender for a couple of weeks, but I love this SUV. The options available are far better than the Trailblazer, plus the warranty and price cant be beat. I like the 2- tone exterior and the 6 CD changer in the dash. I love the sun roof and the computer. The V8 was also worth the extra $600. The kids love the sound systen in the back. The third row seat is easily accessible, too.

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  Great look and great ride - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By Tarun Ghosh - December 2 - 4:30 pm

  I am still learning about this car. I bought the 5 passenger. I got two kids and so I am still thinking to go to dealership and request for an exchange to a 7 seater. This car is as good as TrailBlazer and Envoy but I got more options in the same price.

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  Great SUV - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By Big Sexy - August 10 - 10:00 am

  I live in Charleston, SC and have seen only two other Ascenders on the road. I get looks every where I go. I know there will be others on the road soon, but Im going to enjoy it while it lasts. Its an SUV but doesnt drive or feel like one. You feel like you are driving a luxury vehicle.

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  All-Around best, Why buy anything else?? - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By Ascender2003 - May 16 - 2:00 am

  The Ascender is the best midsize SUV around. Even our base model is very well equipped, and a warranty so long well never have to worry about costs. A base price that competes with small SUVs, and gives so much. The interior is elegant, with woodtrim, and the console is very easy to read. The 3rd seat is huge even for adults, and useful cargo space in back. The exterior look is commanding and stylish, and catches eyes on the road. Dont settle for anything less than the Isuzu Ascender, and the new 5 passenger version is great too, with an even lower price!!! :)

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  BEST ISUZU - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By SASAS - April 16 - 10:00 am

  GREAT SUV GOT TO BUY ISUZU IS THE BEST

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  ASCENDER IS AN AWESOME PURCHASE!!! - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By ISACC - March 29 - 10:00 am

  I COMPARED THE ASCENDER TO A HONDA PILOT, CHEVY TRAILBLAZER AND GMC ENVOY. I DID EXTENSIVE RESEARCH AND MY CHOICE WAS BASED ON WARRENTY, PRICE OF VEHICLE AND BIGGER BANG FOR THE BUCK. I CONTACTED 6 DEALERSHIPS & HAD THEM COMPETE AGAINST EACH OTHERS "OFFER". THEY WERE FIGHTING FOR MY BUSINESS, I DID NOT STRESS OR WORRY, THE PHONE RANGED EVERY FEW HOURS & EACH TIME IT WAS A ISUZU SALESPERSON DROPPING THE PRICE OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER ONLY 3 DAYS OF PRICE WARS, I BOUGHT A LIMITED 7 PASS FOR ONLY $28,500 FROM MILI GORDON DEALERSHIP IN OKLAHOMA. I DID NOT DO ANY FINACING WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 10 MILES ON IT. EMAIL ME IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

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  Very Impressed - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By sirrundmc - December 22 - 10:00 am

  This SUV is unreal. I am so impressed with the quality and make of the vehicle. Roominess is an understatement. The quality of this vehicle is beyond my expectations. I use to own a Chevy Suburban and I swore up and down I would never buy another American made car. But even though this car is American made, it has the quality of a Japanese made car without the price or the shortcomings in roomyiness. This SUVis the secret of 2004.

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  Assender Review - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By C. Finch - June 2 - 2:00 am

  Have had several electrical problems. Back wiper works sometimes other times you must turn key off start again and it will work. Rear windows hardware in door was replaced electric window dropped in door. (broken hardware, happened with 3600 miles. serpentine belt went bad, was replaced at 10000 miles.

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  Good so far - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By Billy Dwyer - May 27 - 6:06 pm

  We traded in a 2002 Ford Explorer. The Ascender rides smoother and has more options than the aforementioned. I like the towing capabilities and options that are available on the Ascender. So far we have no complaints.

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  A smooth and quiet ride with value - 2004 Isuzu Ascender
  By tom grunden - March 8 - 2:00 am

  We looked at most of the larger SUVs before buying last winter. We decided on the Ascender strictly on the basis of highway ride coupled with price. We found nothing in the market close in this combination without adding $6,000 to $10,000 to the purchase price.