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2008 Isuzu Ascender

1 trim · 2 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$27,149 – $29,149

Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

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Frontal (passenger)★★★★
Rollover★★★★

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How much should you pay for the Isuzu Ascender? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

$27,149

Starting MSRP

Purchase information

Based on S

Total price (S MSRP)

$27,149

Typical monthly

$538/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Isuzu Ascender trims

  • S RWD

    MSRP
    $27,149
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    14/20
    Horsepower
    285 hp
    Torque
    276 lb-ft
    Engine
    4.2L I6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    80.1
    Max towing
    5,800 lbs
  • S 4WD

    MSRP
    $29,149
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    14/20
    Horsepower
    285 hp
    Torque
    276 lb-ft
    Engine
    4.2L I6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    4WD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    80.1
    Max towing
    5,700 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
S RWDgas
S 4WDgas
Fuel type
S RWDregular unleaded
S 4WDregular unleaded
Cylinders
S RWDI6
S 4WDI6
Displacement
S RWD4.2 L
S 4WD4.2 L
Horsepower
S RWD285 hp
S 4WD285 hp
Torque
S RWD276 lb-ft
S 4WD276 lb-ft
Transmission
S RWD4-speed automatic
S 4WD4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
S RWDrear wheel drive
S 4WDfour wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
S RWDSUV
S 4WDSUV
Doors
S RWD5
S 4WD5
Seating
S RWD5
S 4WD5
Length
S RWD191.6 in
S 4WD191.6 in
Width
S RWD76.1 in
S 4WD76.1 in
Height
S RWD74.5 in
S 4WD74.5 in
Wheelbase
S RWD113 in
S 4WD113 in
Ground clearance
S RWD8 in
S 4WD8 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
S RWD43.7 cu ft
S 4WD43.7 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
S RWD80.1 cu ft
S 4WD80.1 cu ft
Max towing
S RWD5,800 lbs
S 4WD5,700 lbs
Max payload
S RWD1,133 lbs
S 4WD1,156 lbs
Curb weight
S RWD4,417 lbs
S 4WD4,594 lbs
Fuel tank
S RWD21.7 gal
S 4WD21.7 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
S RWD16
S 4WD16
City MPG
S RWD14
S 4WD14
Highway MPG
S RWD20
S 4WD20

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