Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vs Isuzu Ascender
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Isuzu Ascender
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,880 (best) | $27,149 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 25 gal (best) | 21.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 291 hp (best) | 285 hp |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft (best) | 276 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 107.4 cu ft (best) | 80.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 6,800 lbs (best) | 5,800 lbs |
| Payload | 1,429 lbs (best) | 1,133 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,771 lbs | 4,417 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in (best) | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 129 in (best) | 113 in |
| Length | 207.8 in (best) | 191.6 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 76.1 in (best) |
| Height | 75.5 in (best) | 74.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT | Isuzu Ascender |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $25,880 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $27,149 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $28,130 MSRP | S $29,149 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $27,980 MSRP | — |
| 4 | LT $30,230 MSRP | — |