1991 Isuzu Trooper S
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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 1991 Isuzu Trooper S is a 120-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $13,998 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.
It makes 120 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 146 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).
The Trooper measures 176.0 inches long on a 104.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,755 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,998 ($33,402 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.6-liter SOHC 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.6 L |
| Horsepower | 120 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (part-time) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 21 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 71.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,755 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1991 Isuzu Trooper S with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 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
Sep 20, 1990 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PUTTING IN MORE TRANSMISSION OIL THAN SPECIFIED CAN CAUSE OIL TO BLEED THROUGH AIR GROOVE ON TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD IF OIL TEMPERATURE RISES.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE SMOKE EMISSION FROM THE MANIFOLD, WHICHCOULD IGNITE RUBBER HOSES AND RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: REPLACE OIL LEVEL GAUGE AND NOTIFY OWNERS TO USE ONLY THE SPECIFIED AMOUNT OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID.
NHTSA campaign 90V167000
Sep 20, 1990 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
IMPROPERLY INSTALLED HOSE ON THE OIL COOLER COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND COULD MELT.
Consequence: ENGINE OIL COULD LEAK OUT WITH POTENTIAL FOR ENGINESEIZURE AND DAMAGE AND COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: PROPERLY INSTALL COOLER HOSE CLIP TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
NHTSA campaign 90V166000
58 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Isuzu TROOPER
Owner Complaints
58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Isuzu TROOPER (5 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Wheels | 8 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Fuel System | 5 |
| Gasoline | 5 |
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 1991 ISUZU TROOPER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.