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2005 Isuzu Ascender LS 5P

The 2005 Isuzu Ascender LS 5P is a 275-hp 4.2-liter inline-6 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $30,162 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 275 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 275 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Ascender measures 191.6 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,417 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$30,162 ($50,193 *)
Engine
Engine Type4.2-liter DOHC 24-valve I6
Displacement4.2 L
Horsepower275 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque275 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 24-valve
Injection TypeFuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Tank Capacity21 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17"
Wheels Rear17"
Tires FrontP245/65R17
Tires RearP245/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.6 in
Width76.1 in
Height74.5 in
Wheelbase113 in
Ground Clearance9.3 in
Curb Weight4,417 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.2 in
Headroom Rear39.6 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear37 in
Shoulder Room Front58.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.4 in
Hip Room Front55.5 in
Hip Room Rear55.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Isuzu ASCENDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 3, 2005 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.

Consequence: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

NHTSA campaign 05V035000

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2005 ISUZU ASCENDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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