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2005 Isuzu Ascender

2005 Isuzu Ascender Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$25,959 - $31,398

Original MSRP:
$24,401 - $29,514

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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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2005 Isuzu Ascender Review
"Ascender is Isuzu's sole offering for 2005. Shedding the Axiom and Rodeo SUVs from its lineup, the ailing Japanese brand soldiers on with a single model based on General Motors' midsize truck-type SUV family. Ascender is closely related to the GMC Envoy. It comes in a regular-length version with 2-row, 5-passenger seating, and in extended-length form with 3-row, 7-passenger seating. Seven-passenger models offer 6-cyl or V8 power, 5-passenger versions only the 6-cyl. Both come with a 4-speed automatic transmission. For '05, the V8 comes with GM's Displacement on Demand feature, which automatically deactivates four cylinders to save fuel. A computer reactivates the four cylinders as needed for full power. Ascender is available with rear-wheel drive or 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard. Newly optional for '05 are head-protecting curtain side airbags that cover the 1st and 2nd seating rows; they replace last year's available seat-mounted front side airbags. OnStar assistance and power-adjustable pedals are optional; traction control is available with 2WD. Ascender comes with Isuzu's 3-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and 7-year/75,000-mile powertrain warranty vs. GM's 3-year/36,000-mile coverage. Maximum towing capacity is 7200 lb. "
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 05V035000
Mfg's Report Date 02/02/2005
Component VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Number of Units Affected 17815
Summary CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Consequence IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
Notes GM RECALL NO. 05002. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236.

2005 Isuzu Ascender Models & Prices

2005 Isuzu Ascender S
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr 2WD S $25,959 $24,401 $398 / Month*
4dr 4WD S $27,959 $26,281 $429 / Month*
4dr 2WD EXT S $28,569 $26,855 $438 / Month*
4dr 4WD EXT S $31,398 $29,514 $481 / Month*
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2005 Isuzu Ascender LS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr 2WD LS $25,959 $24,401 $398 / Month*
4dr 4WD LS $27,959 $26,281 $429 / Month*
4dr 2WD EXT LS $28,569 $26,855 $438 / Month*
4dr 4WD EXT LS $31,398 $29,514 $481 / Month*
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2005 Isuzu Ascender V8 LS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr 2WD EXT V8 LS $28,569 $26,855 $438 / Month*
4dr 4WD EXT V8 LS $31,398 $29,514 $481 / Month*
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2005 Isuzu Ascender Limited
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr 2WD EXT Limited $28,569 $26,855 $438 / Month*
4dr 4WD EXT Limited $31,398 $29,514 $481 / Month*
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2005 Isuzu Ascender Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
S LS V8 LS Limited
City 14/hwy 19 (5.3L engine/4-speed auto trans)     • •
City 15/hwy 19 (4.2L engine/4-speed auto trans) • •    
City 15/hwy 20 (4.2L engine/4-speed auto trans) • •    
City 15/hwy 20 (5.3L engine/4-speed auto trans)     • •
City 16/hwy 21 (4.2L engine/4-speed auto trans) • •    
EXTERIOR Features
S LS V8 LS Limited
Black aluminum roof rails • • • •
Black door handles • • •  
Chrome finish grille • • • •
Color-keyed B/C/D-pillars • • • •
Color-keyed body-side moldings w/chrome insert   •   •
Color-keyed bumpers w/chrome insert       •
Color-keyed door handles       •
Color-keyed overfenders       •
Color-keyed rocker panel molding       •
Daytime running lamps w/driver override • • • •
Dual black exterior mirrors w/RH convex •      
Dual black heated pwr mirrors w/RH convex • • •  
Dual black heated pwr mirrors-inc: integrated signals, memory       •
Front fog lamps • • • •
Front variable-intermittent windshield wipers w/washer • • •  
Front/rear window pulse system wiper w/washer       •
High-output automatic halogen headlamps w/driver override • • • •
Monotone paint scheme       •
Privacy glass • • • •
Pwr moonroof w/sunshade   • • •
Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/washer       •
Rear window pulse system wiper w/washer • • •  
Roof rail crossbars   • • •
Running boards       •
Solar Ray windshield • • • •
Twilight Sentinel-inc: auto-on/auto-off feature, time delay • • • •
Two-tone paint scheme-inc: unique front/rear bumpers, overfenders, rocker panel, body-side molding • • •  
INTERIOR Features
S LS V8 LS Limited
2nd row 65/35 split-fold bench • •    
2nd row 65/35 split-fold bench-inc: flip/recline function • • • •
2nd row climate controls • • • •
3-tier adjustable/removable cargo shelf w/grocery hooks in storage compartment • • • •
3rd row 50/50 split-fold bench w/fold-flat feature • • • •
Adjustable pedals       •
AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: seek & scan, auto-tone, digital clock, RDS   • •  
AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: seek & scan, auto-tone, digital clock •      
Automatic climate control   • • •
Bose AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: seek & scan, auto-tone, digital clock, RDS       •
Cargo coat hooks • • • •
Cargo cover   •    
Carpeted front/2nd/3rd row floor mats • • • •
Cloth seat trim • • •  
Content anti-theft system • • • •
Cruise control • • • •
Cupholders-inc: (2) front console, (2) 2nd row • •    
Cupholders-inc: (2) front console, (2) flip-out 2nd row, (2) 3rd row • • • •
Day/night rearview mirror • •    
Day/night rearview mirror w/compass   • • •
Driver foot rest • • • •
Driver info center-inc: odometer, trip odometer, timer, current range, fuel economy, engine oil life, automatic door lock/unlock, perimeter lighting, remote lock/unlock, headlamp delay, exterior mirror auto-tilt in reverse   • •  
Driver info center-inc: odometer, trip odometer, timer, current range, fuel economy, engine oil life, automatic door lock/unlock, perimeter lighting, remote lock/unlock, headlamp delay, exterior mirror auto-tilt in reverse, memory       •
Driver/front passenger visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors • • • •
Driver/front passenger visors w/vanity mirrors •      
Fixed antenna • • • •
Front bucket seats-inc: driver-side 8-way pwr adjust & 2-way pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests • • •  
Front center floor console-inc: armrest, storage, tape/CD holder, coin tray • • • •
Front door map pockets • • • •
Front heated pwr bucket seats-inc: 8-way adjust, 2-way pwr lumbar, driver memory, adjustable headrests       •
Front manual dual-zone climate control • •    
Front passenger seatback pocket • • • •
Full carpeting • • • •
Full instrumentation-inc: 120-mph speedometer, tachometer, fuel level/coolant temp/oil pressure/volt gauges, trip meter • • • •
Homelink universal garage door opener • • • •
Lamps-inc: front/2nd row reading/map w/override feature, illuminated entry, luggage/cargo, rear license plate • • • •
Leather seat trim       •
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   •    
Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls   • • •
Lockable glove box • • • •
Manual front bucket seats-inc: 4-way adjust, 2-way lumbar, adjustable headrests •      
Onstar communications system-inc: (1) year subscription to safe & sound       •
OnStar driver-side roof antenna       •
Overhead console w/reading lamps • • • •
Passenger assist grips • • • •
PassLock anti-theft immobilizer • • • •
Pwr outlets-inc: (2) 1st row, (1) 2nd row • • • •
Pwr rear quarter vents       •
Pwr windows-inc: driver & front passenger one-touch express-down feature, driver lock feature • • • •
Pwr/programmable central door locks • • • •
Rear audio controls w/ear jacks   • • •
Rear seat heat ducts • • • •
Rear window defogger w/timer • • • •
Remote keyless entry • • • •
Tilt steering column • • • •
Underfloor cargo storage area • • • •
Warning lights-inc: brake system, check engine, low fuel, change engine oil, reduced engine pwr • •    
Warning lights-inc: content theft-deterrent, brake system, check engine, low fuel, change engine oil, reduced engine pwr • • • •
Warning lights-inc: content theft-deterrent, brake system, check engine, low fuel, change engine oil, reduced engine pwr, service 4WD • • • •
Woodgrain trim on front/rear doors, audio panel, instrument panel • • • •
MECHANICAL Features
S LS V8 LS Limited
145-amp alternator     • •
150-amp alternator • •    
17" x 7" 5-spoke machined-finish aluminum wheels   • • •
17" x 7" 5-spoke silver-painted aluminum wheels •      
21.7 gallon fuel tank w/on-board vapor recovery • •    
25 gallon fuel tank w/on-board vapor recovery • • • •
3.42 axle ratio • • •  
3.73 axle ratio       •
4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission-inc: OD, lock-up torque converter • • • •
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) • • • •
4-wheel drive w/2-speed electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case • • • •
4.2L DOHC MPFI 24-valve I6 engine • •    
4800# trailer tow capacity • •    
5-link rear suspension-inc: coil spring, semi-floating axle • • • •
5.3L OHV MPFI V8 engine-inc: displacement-on-demand (DoD)     • •
5000# trailer tow capacity • •    
5100# trailer tow capacity • •    
5300# trailer tow capacity • •    
5550# GVWR • •    
5700# trailer tow capacity     •  
5750# GVWR • •    
5900# trailer tow capacity     •  
6200# GVWR • • • •
6200# trailer tow capacity       •
6400# GVWR • • • •
6600# trailer tow capacity       •
7-wire HD wiring harness • • • •
Full-size underbody-mounted spare tire w/steel wheel • • • •
HD battery-inc: run-down protection, retained accessory pwr • • • •
Hydraulically-assisted pwr rack & pinion steering • • • •
Independent double A-arm front suspension-inc: passive monotube coil-over shock absorbers w/upper & lower control arms • • • •
Limited-slip differential   • • •
P245/65R17 on/off-road BSW tires • • • •
Platform-type trailer hitch • • • •
Pwr 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes • • • •
Rear wheel drive • • • •
Stainless steel exhaust • • • •
Tools-inc: screw-type lifting jack, jack handle, wheel wrench, tire blocks • • • •
Traction control •      
Traction control powertrain management • • • •
Underbody shields-inc: transfer case, front differential, fuel tank, steering linkage     • •
SAFETY Features
S LS V8 LS Limited
3-point seat belts for all positions • • • •
Child rear safety door locks • • • •
Child seat lower/top tether anchors • • • •
Driver & front passenger airbags w/advanced occupant restraint system (AORS) • • • •
Dual note horn • • • •
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column • • • •
Traction control   •    

2005 Isuzu Ascender Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
S LS V8 LS Limited
2WD LUXURY PKG -inc: monotone paint scheme-inc: color-keyed front/rear bumpers/overfenders/body-side moldings/door handles/rocker panel, rearview mirror w/compass & outside temp, traction control, leather-appointed interior trim, 8-way pwr front passenger seat w/2-way pwr lumbar, heated front seats, driver memory convenience pkg w/memory for driver-side seat & exterior mirror, Bose premium audio system, OnStar communications system w/1-year Safe & Sound subscription, 3.73 axle ratio, 145-amp alternator, driver adjustable pedals *GROSS*   •    
2WD LUXURY PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   •    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: L6 Leather Pkg)   •    
4WD LUXURY PKG -inc: monotone paint scheme-inc: color-keyed front/rear bumpers/overfenders/body-side moldings/door handles/rocker panel, rearview mirror w/compass & outside temp, leather-appointed interior trim, 8-way pwr front passenger seat w/2-way pwr lumbar, heated front seats, driver memory convenience pkg w/memory for driver-side seat & exterior mirror, Bose premium audio system, OnStar communications system w/1-year Safe & Sound subscription, 3.73 axle ratio, 145-amp alternator, driver adjustable pedals *GROSS*   •    
4WD LUXURY PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   •    
LEATHER PKG -inc: leather-appointed interior trim, 8-way pwr front passenger seat w/2-way pwr lumbar   •    
ONSTAR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM -inc: (1) year Safe & Sound subscription, advanced automatic crash notification (AACN)   • •  
ONSTAR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM -inc: 1-year Safe & Sound subscription   •    
REARVIEW MIRROR W/COMPASS & OUTSIDE TEMP (REQ: OSS Onstar Communications System)   •    
ROLLOVER-SENSING ROOF RAIL AIRBAGS (REQ: P10 Preferred Equipment Pkg) *Late Availability* •      
ROLLOVER-SENSING ROOF RAIL AIRBAGS (REQ: P12 Preferred Equipment Pkg) *Late Availability* •      
ROLLOVER-SENSING ROOF RAIL AIRBAGS *Late Availability* • • • •
UNDERBODY SHIELDS     • •
ENGINE Options
S LS V8 LS Limited
5.3L OHV MPFI V8 ENGINE -inc: displacement-on-demand (DoD) (STD) *Contents listed in STD equipment*     • •
MODEL OPTION Options
S LS V8 LS Limited
LIMITED PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment* *GROSS*       •
LIMITED PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*       •
LS 2WD PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment* *GROSS*   • • •
LS 2WD PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   • • •
LS 4WD PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment* *GROSS*   • • •
LS 4WD PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   • • •
LS PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment* *GROSS*   •    
LS PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   •    
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment* *GROSS*   • • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*   • • •
PAINT Options
S LS V8 LS Limited
STANDARD PAINT • • • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG Options
S LS V8 LS Limited
NO PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG •      
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: cruise control, overhead console, privacy glass, Homelink universal transceiver, sunvisors w/illum vanity mirrors, heated pwr exterior mirrors, 8-way pwr driver seat w/2-way pwr lumbar, front/rear floor mats, remote keyless entry, content anti-theft system, body-side moldings w/chrome insert, cargo cover *GROSS* •      
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: sunvisor w/illum vanity mirrors, heated pwr exterior mirrors, 8-way pwr driver seat w/2-way pwr lumbar, front/2nd/3rd row floor mats, remote keyless entry, content anti-theft system *GROSS* •      
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* •      

2005 Isuzu Ascender Technical Specifications

Brakes
S LS V8 LS Limited
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.8 x 1.14 12.8 x 1.14 12.8 x 1.14 12.8 x 1.14
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.8 x 0.78 12.8 x 0.78 12.8 x 0.78 12.8 x 0.78
Cargo Area Dimensions
S LS V8 LS Limited
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 107.4 107.4 107.4 107.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Engine
S LS V8 LS Limited
Displacement 4.2L/256 4.2L/256 5.3L/325 5.3L/325
Engine Type Gas I6 Gas I6 Gas V8 Gas V8
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 275 @ 6000 275 @ 6000 300 @ 5200 300 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 275 @ 3600 275 @ 3600 330 @ 4000 330 @ 4000
Exterior Dimensions
S LS V8 LS Limited
Height, Overall (in) 75.5 75.5 75.5 75.5
Wheelbase (in) 129.0 129.0 129.0 129.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 76.1 76.1 76.1 76.1
Fuel Tank
S LS V8 LS Limited
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 25.0 25.0 25.0 25.0
Steering
S LS V8 LS Limited
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 41.3 41.3 41.3 41.3
Tires
S LS V8 LS Limited
Front Tire Size P245/65R17 P245/65R17 P245/65R17 P245/65R17
Rear Tire Size P245/65R17 P245/65R17 P245/65R17 P245/65R17
Transmission
S LS V8 LS Limited
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Hydra-Matic Auto w/OD Hydra-Matic Auto w/OD Hydra-Matic Auto w/OD Hydra-Matic Auto w/OD
Trans Type 4 4 4 4
Vehicle
S LS V8 LS Limited
Front Head Room (in) 40.2 38.3 38.3 38.3
Front Leg Room (in) 41.4 41.4 41.4 41.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 58.5 58.5 58.5 58.5
Passenger Capacity 7 7 7 7
Second Head Room (in) 39.6 39.6 39.6 39.6
Second Leg Room (in) 37.0 37.0 37.0 37.0
Second Shoulder Room (in) 58.4 58.4 58.4 58.4

2005 Isuzu Ascender Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver & front passenger airbags w/advanced occupant restraint system (AORS)
3-point seat belts for all positions
Child rear safety door locks
Child seat lower/top tether anchors
Traction control
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
Daytime running lamps w/driver override
Dual note horn
Traction control powertrain management
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).