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2008 Isuzu Ascender
2008 Isuzu Ascender Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$27,149 - $29,149
Original MSRP:
$25,656 - $27,546
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| 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). |
2008 Isuzu Ascender Review
The carried over 2008 Isuzu Ascender is an SUV that is offered in two trims - the Ascender S 2WD and the Ascender S 4WD. The 2008 Isuzu Ascender is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility vehicle that comes with a customary 4.2-liter, I6, 285-hp engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 2008 Isuzu Ascender carries a 50,000mi/36 month basic warranty.
Some of the standard features on the 2008 Isuzu Ascender include the following: battery saver, front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, safety airbags, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, alloy wheels, tire detail, compact spare tire with underbody carrier, pre-wiring, stereo system with CD player, front and rear power outlets, stability control, vehicle anti-theft, rear wiper, intermittent wipers, folding mirrors, flip-up tailgate window, tinted glass, dual automatic climate controls, rear HVAC controls, air filter, tire pressure monitor, tilt steering column, front bucker seats, manual lumbar, automatic halogen headlights, fog lights, daytime running lights, exterior rails, towing prep package and a tow hitch receiver.
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender S 4WD adds 4 wheel drive, transfer case and self locking hubs.
Optional premium upgrades include - an engine block heater, CD changer, keyless entry, universal garage door opener, remote controls, wheel locks, power sunroof, sunshade, privacy glass, heated and power adjustable mirrors, illuminated vanity mirrors, running boards, cruise control, temperature gauge, compass, leather steering wheel, adjustable foot pedals, driver and passenger power seats with memory and heat, leather interior and an exterior rack.
The base starting price for the 2008 Isuzu Ascender is $27,149.
Some of the standard features on the 2008 Isuzu Ascender include the following: battery saver, front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, safety airbags, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, alloy wheels, tire detail, compact spare tire with underbody carrier, pre-wiring, stereo system with CD player, front and rear power outlets, stability control, vehicle anti-theft, rear wiper, intermittent wipers, folding mirrors, flip-up tailgate window, tinted glass, dual automatic climate controls, rear HVAC controls, air filter, tire pressure monitor, tilt steering column, front bucker seats, manual lumbar, automatic halogen headlights, fog lights, daytime running lights, exterior rails, towing prep package and a tow hitch receiver.
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender S 4WD adds 4 wheel drive, transfer case and self locking hubs.
Optional premium upgrades include - an engine block heater, CD changer, keyless entry, universal garage door opener, remote controls, wheel locks, power sunroof, sunshade, privacy glass, heated and power adjustable mirrors, illuminated vanity mirrors, running boards, cruise control, temperature gauge, compass, leather steering wheel, adjustable foot pedals, driver and passenger power seats with memory and heat, leather interior and an exterior rack.
The base starting price for the 2008 Isuzu Ascender is $27,149.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 3 Years/50,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender LS, LUX, S | N/A |
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2008 Isuzu Ascender Models & Prices
2008 Isuzu Ascender S
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr S | $27,149 | $25,656 | $418 / Month* | |
| 4WD 4dr S | $29,149 | $27,546 | $449 / Month* | |
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2008 Isuzu Ascender LUX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr LUX | $27,149 | $25,656 | $418 / Month* | |
| 4WD 4dr LUX | $29,149 | $27,546 | $449 / Month* | |
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2008 Isuzu Ascender LS
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr LS | $27,149 | $25,656 | $418 / Month* | |
| 4WD 4dr LS | $29,149 | $27,546 | $449 / Month* | |
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2008 Isuzu Ascender Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City 14/hwy 20 (4.2L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-tone paint scheme-inc: unique front/rear bumpers, overfenders, rocker panel, body-side molding | • | • | |
| Black aluminum roof rails | • | ||
| Black aluminum roof rails w/crossbars | • | • | |
| Black door handles | • | • | |
| Chrome finish grille | • | • | • |
| Color keyed door handles | • | ||
| Color-keyed B/C/D-pillars | • | • | • |
| Color-keyed body-side moldings w/chrome insert | • | ||
| Daytime running lamps w/driver override | • | • | • |
| Dual black mirrors w/right convex | • | ||
| Dual black pwr heated mirrors w/right convex | • | • | |
| Front fog lamps | • | • | • |
| Front variable-intermittent windshield wipers w/washer | • | • | • |
| Gray metallic body-side moldings w/chrome insert | • | ||
| High-output automatic halogen headlamps w/driver override, time delay | • | • | • |
| Privacy glass | • | • | |
| Pwr moonroof w/sunshade | • | • | |
| Rear window pulse system wiper w/washer | • | • | • |
| Solar Ray windshield | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd row 65/35 split-fold bench | • | • | • |
| 2nd row climate controls | • | • | • |
| 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 | • | ||
| Auto-dimming rear view mirror | • | ||
| Bose premium 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 & rear floor mats | • | • | |
| Cloth seat trim | • | • | |
| Content anti-theft system | • | • | |
| Cruise control | • | • | |
| Day/night rearview mirror | • | • | |
| Driver foot rest | • | • | • |
| Driver-adjustable pedals | • | ||
| Driver/front passenger visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors | • | • | |
| Driver/front passenger visors w/vanity mirrors | • | ||
| Fixed antenna | • | • | • |
| Front bucket seats-inc: driver & passenger 8-way pwr adjust & 2-way pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests, heated seats | • | ||
| Front bucket seats-inc: driver 8-way pwr adjust & 2-way pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests | • | ||
| Front center floor console-inc: front dual cupholders, rear flip-out dual cubholders, storage bin | • | • | • |
| Front door map pockets | • | • | • |
| 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 | • | • | • |
| Lamps-inc: front/2nd row reading/map w/override feature, illuminated entry, luggage/cargo, rear license plate | • | • | • |
| Leather appointed seat trim | • | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | • | • | |
| Lockable glove box | • | • | • |
| Manual front bucket seats-inc: 4-way adjust, 2-way lumbar, adjustable headrests | • | ||
| Overhead console w/reading lamps | • | • | |
| Passenger assist grips | • | • | • |
| PassLock anti-theft immobilizer | • | • | • |
| Pwr outlets-inc: (2) 1st row, (1) 2nd row | • | • | • |
| Pwr windows-inc: driver & front passenger one-touch express-down feature, driver lock feature | • | • | • |
| Pwr/programmable central door locks | • | • | • |
| Rear seat heat ducts | • | • | • |
| Rear window defroster w/timer | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry | • | • | |
| Tilt steering column | • | • | • |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | • | • | • |
| Underfloor cargo storage area | • | • | • |
| Universal home remote system garage door opener | • | • | |
| Warning lights-inc: brake system, check engine, low fuel, change engine oil, reduced engine pwr, passenger airbag status indicator, StabiliTrak traction control service indicator | • | • | • |
| Woodgrain trim on front/rear doors, audio panel, instrument panel | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150-amp alternator | • | • | • |
| 17" x 7" 6-spoke machined-finish aluminum wheels | • | • | • |
| 3.42 axle ratio | • | • | |
| 3.73 axle ratio | • | ||
| 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission-inc: OD, 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 | • | • | • |
| 5-link rear suspension-inc: coil spring, hydraulic double acting telescopic shock absorbers w/rebound stop | • | • | • |
| 5200# trailer tow capacity | • | • | • |
| 5300# trailer tow capacity | • | • | • |
| 5550# GVWR | • | • | • |
| 5750# GVWR | • | • | • |
| 7-wire HD wiring harness | • | • | • |
| HD battery-inc: run-down protection, retained accessory pwr | • | • | • |
| Hydraulically-assisted pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • |
| Independent double A-arm front suspension-inc: coil-over shock absorbers w/upper & lower control arms | • | • | • |
| Limited slip differential | • | • | |
| P235/75R16 underbody-mounted spare tire w/16" steel wheel | • | • | • |
| P245/65R17 on/off-road BSW tires | • | • | • |
| Platform-type trailer hitch | • | • | • |
| Pwr 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes | • | • | • |
| Rear wheel drive | • | • | • |
| StabiliTrak traction control | • | • | • |
| Stainless steel exhaust | • | • | • |
| Tools-inc: screw-type lifting jack, jack handle, wheel wrench, tire blocks | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | • | • | • |
| Side impact curtain airbags | • | • | • |
2008 Isuzu Ascender Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| S | LUX | LS | |
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| XM SATELLITE RADIO | • | • |
EMISSIONS Options
| S | LUX | LS | |
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| 50-STATE EMISSIONS | • | • | • |
MODEL OPTION Options
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS PKG -inc: limited slip differential, roof rail crossbars, pwr moonroof w/sunshade, AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual black pwr heated mirrors w/right convex | • | ||
| LS PKG -inc: limited slip differential, roof rail crossbars, pwr moonroof w/sunshade, AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual black pwr heated mirrors w/right convex (REQ: Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||
| LUXURY PKG -inc: monotone paint, electrochromic 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 pkg w/memory for driver-side seat & exterior mirror, Bose premium audio system, 3.73 axle ratio, driver adjustable pedals (REQ: LS Pkg, Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||
| NO PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG | • | ||
| PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: cruise control, overhead console w/reading lamps, privacy glass, universal home remote system, sunvisors w/illum vanity mirrors, dual black pwr mirrors w/right convex, 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 | • | • | • |
PAINT Options
| S | LUX | LS | |
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| MIDNIGHT METALLIC EXTERIOR PREMIUM PAINT | • | • | • |
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
2008 Isuzu Ascender Technical Specifications
Brakes
| S | LUX | LS | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.0 x 1.14 | 12.0 x 1.14 | 12.0 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 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | |||
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 80.1 | 80.1 | 80.1 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 43.7 | 43.7 | 43.7 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) |
Engine
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2L/256 | 4.2L/256 | 4.2L/256 |
| Engine Type | Gas I6 | Gas I6 | Gas I6 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 285 @ 6000 | 285 @ 6000 | 285 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 276 @ 4600 | 276 @ 4600 | 276 @ 4600 |
Exterior Dimensions
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 71.9 | 71.9 | 71.9 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 113.0 | 113.0 | 113.0 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 76.1 | 76.1 | 76.1 |
Fuel Tank
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 21.7 | 21.7 | 21.7 |
Steering
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.4 | 36.4 | 36.4 |
Tires
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P245/65R17 | P245/65R17 | P245/65R17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P245/65R17 | P245/65R17 | P245/65R17 |
Transmission
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | 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 |
| Trans Type | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Vehicle
| S | LUX | LS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.2 | 38.3 | 38.3 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 58.5 | 58.5 | 58.5 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 39.6 | 39.6 | 39.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 37.0 | 37.0 | 37.0 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 58.4 | 58.4 | 58.4 |
2008 Isuzu Ascender Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Driver & front passenger airbags w/advanced occupant restraint system (AORS) |
| Side impact curtain airbags |
| 3-point seat belts for all positions |
| Child rear safety door locks |
| Child seat lower/top tether anchors |
| StabiliTrak traction control |
| Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column |
| Daytime running lamps w/driver override |
| Dual note horn |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | |
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| 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). |
