GMC Envoy XL vs Isuzu Ascender
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Isuzu Ascender
Overview
| Spec | GMC Envoy XLSLE | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLE | 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 | GMC Envoy XLSLE | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,380 | $27,149 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Envoy XLSLE | 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 | GMC Envoy XLSLE | 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 | GMC Envoy XLSLE | Isuzu AscenderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 107.4 cu ft (best) | 80.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 6,000 lbs (best) | 5,800 lbs |
| Payload | 1,416 lbs (best) | 1,133 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,784 lbs | 4,417 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 129 in (best) | 113 in |
| Length | 207.6 in (best) | 191.6 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 76.1 in (best) |
| Height | 75.5 in (best) | 74.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Envoy XLSLE | 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) | 5 | 1 (best) |
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 | GMC Envoy XL | Isuzu Ascender |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLE $27,380 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $27,149 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SLE $29,630 MSRP | S $29,149 MSRP |
| 3 | SLT $30,910 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SLT $33,160 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Denali $35,350 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Denali $37,600 MSRP | — |
GMC Envoy XL vs Isuzu Ascender FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 GMC Envoy XL vs 2008 Isuzu Ascender on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Isuzu Ascender starts lower at $27,149.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,149).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- The 2006 GMC Envoy XL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better seats: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- The 2006 GMC Envoy XL leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 GMC Envoy XL or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
- The 2006 GMC Envoy XL leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,200).