Overview & Reviews
Debuting this year as Isuzu's fifth sport-ute model, the Axiom attempts to blend the rugged nature of a sport-utility with the style and driving dynamics of a sedan. It features a retuned version of the Trooper's 3.5-liter V6, Isuzu's Torque On Demand (TOD) four-wheel-drive system, an Integrated Monitor System (IMS) that controls both the climate control and audio systems and a trick trip computer synchronized with the U.S. Atomic clock.
- Strong V6, distinctive styling, unique features.
- Limited drivetrain choices, old tech underpinnings.
User Reviews:
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Only One!! - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By elite_iv - December 27 - 10:00 amThis SUV is nothing short of amazing. The alternate transmission and suspensions options make it so much fun to drive. You can feel like your driving an X5 or a Landcruiser. I have driven both and neither have anything on the Axiom. I have the two-tone leather seats which are extremely stylish and comfortable. I put about 16,000 miles on her so far without any problems. My average gas mileage is 18MPG, which is great for an SUV. I get 20MPG on trips. It is quiet, smooth, and, yet, powerful. The looks are unbelievable and the drive is luxurious. Get one as soon as you can. I have had it 6 months and have only seen 1 other one. Another unexpected perk.
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Axiom I love it - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By baldo - November 14 - 10:00 amI looked for an SUV type vehicle for months. The Axiom styling caught my eye. I love this vehicle. It has just the right mix of luxury options, and standard features.
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TOD PROBLEMS ARE EXPENSIVE - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Jon - November 2 - 3:53 pmI purchased my Axiom on 11/26/2001. At the time I was attracted by the zero percent financing and nice look of the body style. The vehicle drinks gas like an elephant. 12.2 mpg city and 18 mpg highway. This is terrible for a six cylinder. The tires are Goodyears and are terrible. They do not corner well and are terrible on the highway. If you are foolish enough to buy this vehicle do yourself a favor and change the tires right away. The sensors for the TOD are expensive and mine went after 37 months. I still owe $9,000.00 on the vehicle and already Im putting big money into it. It only has 30,000 miles on it. I do not recommend this vehicle to anyone.
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Great Vehicle, Great Price - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Slane - October 16 - 10:00 amIve owned this vehicle for more than a year and am very impressed. In fact, my wife and I own 2 along with a MB SL500- so I know cars. In sports mode, this vehicle rides as well as many entry- level luxury cars. Power is sufficient to send you on your way in a hurry. The price difference does not merit moving up to a Lexus RX or Mercedes ML for that manner- well maybe an ML55.
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Perfecto! - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Happy in Kansas City - September 20 - 2:00 amA Hot Rod in Wolfs clothing. Smooth awesome power and great handling. Feels like a shot of Nitrous when that dual induction kicks in at 3800 RPM. Drives like a sports car with a total in control feeling all of the time. Just turned 12,500 miles and I know the next 107,500 miles of the drive train warranty period will be just as trouble free. It just feels right! Many compliments on the tan cloth interior and the instrumentation is great. I drive in the Sport mode most of the time but the Soft ride on the highway is almost Lincoln like. I ask my Lady Friend if she had anything to add and she said "Just a cool car, thats all."
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Dont trust analyst, trust yourself - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By GoAxiom - September 20 - 2:00 amI dont care what Car Magazines pick, and what Editors Rating is. I already trusted analysts ratings once on a stock market - guess what happened... The Isuzu Axiom is one of the best, when comparing what you pay and what you get. Ive been looking for an SUV for several months and test-drove many. None would come close in comparison with Axiom. It is time to stop listening to these liers! Trust your own opinion and test drive a car, even if it has been rated as "piece of junk". Dont just go and buy a "#1 by Editors Choice". Check the previous page: Editors Rating on Axiom - 5.2, Consumer Rating - 8.9. What a difference...
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Not that impressed... - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Disappointed inKC - September 20 - 2:00 amHas been in the shop 3 times in 6 weeks with defects that "cannot be replicated" once at the dealer. Rubber "boot" around front doors which is supposed to keep air out keeps coming off (has been fixed twice in 6 weeks). Strong gas smell after running for about 15 mins. Makes bad noise when backing up. Wipers quit working within 1 week of owning. Less than 10,000 miles on this vehicle. Last time I buy foreign. Give me a Ford any day!
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Simply the best - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Knight2000 - August 26 - 2:00 amI own a black 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula and I drive both of these vehicles the same. They are both stylish powerhouses.
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Edmunds research is primitive! - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Former Trooper Owner - July 4 - 10:00 amA Hot Rod in Wolfs clothing. Smooth awesome power and great handling. Feels like a shot of Nitrous when that dual induction kicks in at 3800 RPM. Drives like a sports car with a total in control feeling all of the time. Just turned 7500 miles and I know the next 112,500 miles of the warranty period will be just as trouble free. It just feels right! Many compliments on the tan cloth interior and the instrumentation is great. I drive in the Sport mode most of the time but the Soft ride on the highway is almost Lincoln like. I ask my Lady Friend if she had anything to add and she said "Just a cool car, thats all."
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A secret, shhh..before they up the price - 2002 Isuzu Axiom
By Harvey - May 28 - 10:00 amThis TRUCK proves you cant take an experts opinion. It has excellent quality and is fun to drive. The chimps that complain usually DISS the console display. Forget it, and get used to it. Ive seen reviews about the truck like bearing...it is a truck...duh! Try taking your RAV4 through some sand or...ahh, you get it. Have you ever gone to a movie that gets a bad review, and liked it? Get away from the maddening crowd and dont tell too many people, they might start charging full price.
