Overview & Reviews

Isuzu has made a few changes this year to make the Rodeo more appealing to SUV shoppers. First off, there's a new range-topping 3.5-liter V6 that makes 250 horsepower. Last year's 3.2-liter V6 has a new home in the base model; the four-cylinder engine has been dropped. Other alterations this year include a new Sound Package, a new Color Package and a new tire-pressure monitoring system.

• Stylish exterior, powerful new V6, great powertrain warranty.

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

User Reviews:

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  Da Bugga is Cherry - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Mikiala - October 29 - 8:56 pm

  Ive had my Rodeo for little over a year now and Im pretty happy with it. For some reason my buttons on my steering wheel dont work as well as another Rodeo that we had test drove, but oh well. I think the exterior is definitely nice and if you throw some tires on and give it maybe a slight lift, the Isuzu Rodeo is a sick kick ride. I have to go back and forth on an uphill road and with its 3.5 liter V6, it doesnt disappoint. I love driving my Rodeo, although I may turn it in for a smaller car : (

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  Been Great - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Bandit - September 5 - 2:23 pm

  When I bought this SUV in 2005, I was actually looking for a Nissan Xterra. But I got way more for my money with the Rodeo. It has over 100,000 miles on it now and is just been great! It has the 3.5 direct injection v6 and this has to be the most powerful in its class. the only problem is it has always used a little oil since dat one, but if you are aware of this and keep an eye on it, it will never cause you grief. Overall,the car is great you wont be disappointed, except by maybe the gas mileage, which is to be expect on any SUV.

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  Powerful engine - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Sonia - July 26 - 2:00 am

  comfortable interior seats, big cargo space, rugged exterior look, smooth ride,

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  satisfied - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By glewis - March 9 - 10:00 am

  Having owned 3 previous Isuzus I knew what to expect in the 2004 Rodeo. It hasnt changed in years and I was looking to take advantage of lower interest rates, remaining trade-in value and rebates to get into a new version. I like a no-frills 4-door dependable, logical sport utility I can take to the country as well as haul stuff around town. Ive always been satisfied with the Isuzu product.

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  powerful V6 - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Johnson Enmanuel - December 24 - 2:00 am

  good improvements, like the cruise control and volume/ch&trk buttons on steering wheel, smooth ride, powerful engine

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  Not what I thought - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Joanne - December 9 - 5:06 pm

  I absolutely hate this truck. The drive is horrible and weak...it never has any type of pick-up whatsoever. My mothers 4 cylinder car has more pick-up and vroom than this thing! I cant stand driving it and havent even had it for a full year yet! Biggest mistake Ive made!!!

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  Cant fix the problems!!!! - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By sillyisuzu - September 11 - 3:31 pm

  At first loved the car. Bought it new in 2005. However, after two years of ownership, the car would fail to start. It would begin to turn over, then cut off. I have to reset the auto door locks for it to start, and even then sometimes it wont, and its not the starter. It also burns oil and I have to check the oil levels weekly. The engine light has come on, and no one can tell me what the code means! The engine also regularly sticks in first gear and the engine whines, then finally engages. I had the tranny serviced, but they tell me there is no problem. Finally, the key design completely stinks! You can program the fob to open the door, but cant find anyone to program it to start the car.

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  Love the Rodeo..... Almost - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Ryan - September 5 - 11:00 pm

  I love almost everything about the 2004 Direct Injection Rodeo, except for the fuel injection problem that I have had in BOTH 2004 Rodeos I have had. It sometimes wants to hesitate during my first acceleration of the day, but then performs fine. I cant seem to find anyone else that has had this problem, but I have experienced it in both Rodeos that I have had.

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  Surprise - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By randallgray - July 9 - 5:23 am

  The vehicle has been a surprise. The ride and reliability have been excellent. The car has a lot of equipment at a significantly lower sticker price than the competition.

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  my first new car/suv - 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
  By carlessman - May 14 - 10:00 am

  this Rodeo is so cool i can buy it again tommorrow