Overview & Reviews

Isuzu juggles minor standard and optional equipment for 1999, making items from last year's S V6 preferred equipment package standard on the LS, and last year's LS equipment standard on a new trim level called LSE.

• Stylish interior, rugged exterior, roomy rear seat.

• Disconnected steering feel, lousy 4WD button placement.

User Reviews:

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  Reliable but VERY ROUGH RIDING - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Bethlehem - PA - December 18 - 12:50 pm

  Purchased car used. Engine is very reliable over the years. Major problem with the axle (breather tube) over heats. Replaced twice. Isuzu was aware of these problems with their car. With exception of axle problems, just normal wear and tear maintenance performed over the years. Mileage never reach potential as I would only get 14 to 20 miles/gal.

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  Love this SUV! - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Baluroses - October 27 - 12:13 pm

  I love this SUV. I have previously owned a few others and this would be my favorite of the lot. Its perfect for my life style and *knock on wood* the only issue I have had so far has been with the clutch. It has been very reliable and a good all around vehicle to drive for the past few years.

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  Problems to come - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By lisa nichols - October 24 - 10:00 am

  No problems for 2 1/2yrs. In the last six months the fuel gauge has broke, excessive oil burning, shuddering when changing gears, musty air conditioner, rattling back window, bumpy shocks, back speaker broke, seems to be getting louder everyday. I have not had to replace or pay for anything outside of regular maintenance, except recalled items(under warranty). It was great while it lasted but I believe theirs problems coming. Time To Trade at 80,000.

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  Take out a 2nd mortgage on your home! - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By Robyn&Chris - October 5 - 10:00 am

  $1,200 THIS MONTH in repairs not incl $320 to replace fuel gasket they claim needs to be replaced. Gets more expensive the higher your mileage. Nothing falls under warranty; customer svc non-existent. Once vehicle hits 50,000 miles, get out your checkbook. Check engine light on, transmission jerking, erratic/rough shifting. In shop 4 days, no loan car. $300 that trip. Engine light on again in 2 days, another $400 & 2 days in shop. This time svc dept had to call Isuzu to figure out all the error codes. 2 days later car wont start; $520 for alternator! Ridiculous parts prices. Bought new in 99 with ext.warranty; runs like a 20-yr old clunker.

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  Buy a Nissan Pathfinder - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By unhappyrodeoowner - August 28 - 2:00 am

  I have had problems with this truck...hard to align...the ABS senor had to be replaced...the suspension is too bouncy...gas mileage ranges between 16 to 18 mpg

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  My alternative to a Mini Van - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By BIg Daddy - July 28 - 10:00 am

  Overall I like this vehicle. It could have a little more giddy-up under the hood. Good acceleration to 50, but then you may as well get out and walk. Performs great off road and under water.

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  Its fun - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By imazman - June 29 - 2:00 am

  Great vehicle. Had it for almost 5 years without trouble. Its time to trade it in and I am planning on getting a Rodeo again...but price IS everything.

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  Great Car! - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By kleeper - June 1 - 3:10 am

  I bought my Rodeo brand new in 1999. I have had it almost 10 years now. I have been very consistent with maintaining the vehicle. I get the oil changed every 3k miles. I had it tuned up at 50k and 100k miles. I now have 139k miles on it. I am starting to have to replace things. I expect this with a car that is almost 10 years old and has high mileage. It was not fun to replace the air compressor this week! However, how long should one last? At least I dont have a car payment! :)

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  NEVER buy Isuzu. Worst make ever. - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By NeverBuyIsuzu - May 27 - 6:16 pm

  I purchased this vehicle new. The paint was defective from day one; rust permeates throughout. Dealer also failed to take responsibility for what it called "paint swirls" which were really a bad paint job. Car shakes constantly, probably due to rotors which have been machined twice. Worst fit and finish of any car I have ever owned. The car strangely idles at a high RPM. Defrost function works terribly. Terrible mileage, even by SUV standards. Burns oil. Seats are uncomfortable. There are cars much cheaper than this which are much better in quality. If there were any justice in this world Isuzu would be bankrupt and out of business. I wish this manufacturer nothing but the worst.

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  Regular Rodeo - - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
  By SD - March 28 - 10:00 am

  I have had my Rodeo for about a year an d a half. Has been fairly reliable. There has been a few things that have came up that frustrates me. 1) The ABS light stays on - sensor 2) Now my gas gauge stays on E most of the time. 3) I have had 2 situations where it did not start but after trying 5 - 7 times it started right up. Had battery checked and it is fine. Can not be the alternator due to it doing this at the initial start up. Has only happened 3 times within the past 6 months???