1987 Isuzu Trooper 2dr Deluxe
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1991 Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo Diesel 2.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1989 Isuzu Trooper II RS in Echo Park, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo Diesel 2.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Isuzu Trooper 2.6 Wagon 4WD, rear right side by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Isuzu Trooper 2dr Deluxe is a 96-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $11,278 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 96 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 123 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The Trooper measures 175.0 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,246 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $11,278 ($32,265 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3-liter SOHC 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 96 hp @ 4,600 rpm |
| Torque | 123 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (part-time) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 70 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,246 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Isuzu Trooper 2dr Deluxe with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Isuzu TROOPER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 22, 1993 · TRAILER HITCHES
THE WELD ON THE RECEIVER UNIT OF THE TRAILER HITCH CAN BREAK.
Consequence: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, THE TRAILER CAN SEPARATE FROM THETOWING VEHICLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH.
NHTSA campaign 93E023000
Jul 27, 1992 · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
TRUCKS USED IN THE SALT-BELT STATES CAN HAVE ACCUMULATED CORROSION IN THE HINGES OF THE REAR DOORS. IF THE VEHICLES ALSO HAVE MISALIGNED DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS, IT IS POSSIBLE TO CLOSE THE DOORS IN A "FALSE LATCH" CONDITION.
Consequence: IN THE "FALSE LATCH" CONDITION, THE REAR DOORS MAY GIVETHE IMPRESSION THAT THE DOOR IS PROPERLY LATCHED WHEN IT IS NOT. THIS COULD LEADTO PASSENGERS AND/OR CARGO FALLING FROM REAR DOORS WHICH CAN OPEN WITHOUT PRIORWARNING.
Remedy: CHECK THE DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS FOR CORRECT ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR IF NECESSARY; ALSO INSPECT REAR DOOR HINGES FOR CORROSION AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 92V093000
Dec 4, 1989 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN A BOLT THAT FIXES THE HEATER TO THE VEHICLE BODY AND A FUEL DELIVERY PIPE AND BETWEEN A REAR HEATER HOSE CLIP, USE UNDER SERVERE CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE PIPE RUPTURE AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: INSTALL NEW LINES AND A CLIP.
NHTSA campaign 89V001000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Isuzu TROOPER
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Isuzu TROOPER. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 ISUZU TROOPER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.