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Although the Ascender cannot go very well offroad, or climb mountains like the Trooper, Its a dran good SUV that looks good and has nice ISUZU characteristics, even though its built by GM. I know GM has destroyed ISUZU, but buying an Ascender still makes a quick profit for isuzu because they spent 0$ on developing it, and money is what they need now. Since its the only American isuzu to offer 3 rows of seating, it targets a new audience that Isuzu should tap into more often, families like mine. The Ascender is fully worthy of the ISUZU nameplate, combining good looks, power, space, towing capablity, and refinement. It has the most standard features and the lowest price. The warranty for the 2003 Ascender is the longest for any other vehicle for any other brand, 10 years/ 120,000 miles. That says something. I wrote this review on www.thecarconnection.com to help out my beloved Ascender. Its time ISUZU enthusiasts embrace the Ascender and welcome it to the family.
ISUZU, the SUV specialists, has released a new mid-size SUV for the 2003 model year. Available in 2003 in a 7-passenger model, and adding a 5-passenger model in 2004, it is identical to and built in the same American factory as the GMC Envoy/ Chevy Trailblazer/ Oldsmobile Bravada/ Buick Rainier. It has slightly different styling that makes its outward appearance distinctly ISUZU, and is somewhat bolder and nicer looking than its cousins from GM. The whole body and interior of the vehicle is American made, but the powertrain (available in a powerful v6 and v8) is a strong, nearly bulletproof ISUZU engine that ISUZU is renowned around the world for. The interior is very comfortable, with ample seating for seven, and wood grain trim standard. Overall it is a very accomadating and tasteful interior. In the top of the line model, the rich black leather blends luxuriously with the wood trim and the rest of the extremely spacious interior. With the folding seats, the vehicle can hold up to an amazing 100 CUBIC FEET of cargo. Thats almost unprecendented for a midsize. The ride of this vehicle is almost flawless, smooth and soft as a cloud. The engine runs smoothly and quietly, making the backseat that can fold into a bed-like configuration a road trip dream. The standard towing equipment can tow up to 7,200 LBS! But enough of all the features and capabilities, the bottom line will put the icing on the cake. PRICES START AT ONLY $27,000. I've even see them as low as $25,999, as sales have not been as good as hoped for due to a lack of advertising. Even the posh top of the line model stickers at only about $33,000, with every amenity you could ever hope for. Compared to others, this is how the Ascender's price compares. Remember they are the exact same vehicle built with the same parts at the same factory with the same features.
BASE MODEL PRICES WHEN COMPORABLY EQUIPPED:
Isuzu Ascender: around $27,000.
GMC Envoy: $30,270
Buick Rainier
not yet anounced oficially, but said to be betwenn $35,000 and $40,000.(only available with 5 seats).
Oldsmobile Bravada: $32,570 (only available with 5 seats).
Chevy Trailblazer: $30,820.
WARRANTY:
ISUZU: 3 YR/ 50,000 MI. BUMBER TO BUMPER, 10 YR/120,000 MI POWERTRAIN.
GMC: 3 yr/36,000 mi.
Chevy:3 yr, 36,000 mi.
Buick:3 yr/ 36,000 mi.
Oldsmobile:3 yr/ 36,000 mi.
Clearly, the ISUZU Ascender beats its competitiors in every single way, and the price is thousands less. On the road, everybody in the cars next to us would turn and stare, as in awe of its style. What more is there to say! Check it out now!
ISUZU, the SUV specialists, has released a new mid-size SUV for the 2003 model year. Available in 2003 in a 7-passenger model, and adding a 5-passenger model in 2004, it is identical to and built in the same American factory as the GMC Envoy/ Chevy Trailblazer/ Oldsmobile Bravada/ Buick Rainier. It has slightly different styling that makes its outward appearance distinctly ISUZU, and is somewhat bolder and nicer looking than its cousins from GM. The whole body and interior of the vehicle is American made, but the powertrain (available in a powerful v6 and v8) is a strong, nearly bulletproof ISUZU engine that ISUZU is renowned around the world for. The interior is very comfortable, with ample seating for seven, and wood grain trim standard. Overall it is a very accomadating and tasteful interior. In the top of the line model, the rich black leather blends luxuriously with the wood trim and the rest of the extremely spacious interior. With the folding seats, the vehicle can hold up to an amazing 100 CUBIC FEET of cargo. Thats almost unprecendented for a midsize. The ride of this vehicle is almost flawless, smooth and soft as a cloud. The engine runs smoothly and quietly, making the backseat that can fold into a bed-like configuration a road trip dream. The standard towing equipment can tow up to 7,200 LBS! But enough of all the features and capabilities, the bottom line will put the icing on the cake. PRICES START AT ONLY $27,000. I've even see them as low as $25,999, as sales have not been as good as hoped for due to a lack of advertising. Even the posh top of the line model stickers at only about $33,000, with every amenity you could ever hope for. Compared to others, this is how the Ascender's price compares. Remember they are the exact same vehicle built with the same parts at the same factory with the same features.
BASE MODEL PRICES WHEN COMPORABLY EQUIPPED:
Isuzu Ascender: around $27,000.
GMC Envoy: $30,270
Buick Rainier
not yet anounced oficially, but said to be betwenn $35,000 and $40,000.(only available with 5 seats).Oldsmobile Bravada: $32,570 (only available with 5 seats).
Chevy Trailblazer: $30,820.
WARRANTY:
ISUZU: 3 YR/ 50,000 MI. BUMBER TO BUMPER, 10 YR/120,000 MI POWERTRAIN.
GMC: 3 yr/36,000 mi.
Chevy:3 yr, 36,000 mi.
Buick:3 yr/ 36,000 mi.
Oldsmobile:3 yr/ 36,000 mi.
Clearly, the ISUZU Ascender beats its competitiors in every single way, and the price is thousands less. On the road, everybody in the cars next to us would turn and stare, as in awe of its style. What more is there to say! Check it out now!
