1989 Isuzu Trooper 2dr RS
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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 1989 Isuzu Trooper 2dr RS is a 120-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $16,048 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 175.0 inches long on a 104.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,651 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $16,048 ($42,061 *) |
| 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 | 175 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 69 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,651 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39 in |
| Legroom Front | 39 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 Isuzu Trooper 2dr RS 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1989 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
16 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Isuzu TROOPER
Owner Complaints
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Isuzu TROOPER (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Wheels | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
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 1989 ISUZU TROOPER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.