1988 Isuzu Trooper 4dr LX Limited
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- 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 1988 Isuzu Trooper 4dr LX Limited is a 120-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $15,698 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.
It makes 120 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 150 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).
The Trooper measures 176.0 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,494 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,698 ($43,126 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.6-liter SOHC 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.6 L |
| Horsepower | 120 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (part-time) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 71 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Isuzu Trooper 4dr LX Limited 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1988 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
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
20 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Isuzu TROOPER
Owner Complaints
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Isuzu TROOPER (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Fuel System | 2 |
| Gasoline | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Hydraulic | 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 1988 ISUZU TROOPER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.