Latest Information on Isuzu Trooper
The Isuzu Trooper first debuted early in 1980s. It was a plain and very utilitarian SUV. It had a two-door body and was very boxy in nature. It also sold under many different names, some of which include Chevrolet, Subaru, Acura, SsangYong, Honda, Opel and more. Early models were powered, or rather underpowered, by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder engine. A four-door model and a GM-sourced V6 engine became available at a later stage. When the SUV market began gaining some traction, luxury features were then added to the Trooper. But once the segment started filling up with steadily improving competitors, Isuzu acknowledged their Trooper required a redesign. The next design then lasted for about ten years.
Review Summary
PROS
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Value for money
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Very capable off-road
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Fairly frugal diesel
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Powerful V6 petrol engines
CONS
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Drives like a truck
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Out of its element in modern traffic
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Rough ride quality
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