2001 Isuzu Rodeo

Finally an SUV that bridges the gap between a truck and a car, the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo combines its handsome looks, a confident feel, and nimble highway manners on the one hand, and respectable off-road capability on the other. This is a personality disorder anyone would be happy to deal with. For this year Isuzu celebrates the Rodeos tenth birthday with an anniversary package. The 2001 Rodeo is displayed in three trims, the base level S, LS and the high end LSE.

Two engines are available. All models except the base model come equipped with a 3.2-liter V6. A four-speed automatic transmission is an option on S and LS models, but standard on LSE. A 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine is only available on the base S model with two-wheel drive. Standard equipment on even the basic Rodeo S includes speed-sensitive power steering, four-wheel antilock brakes, dual air bags, tinted glass, cargo convenience net, four-speaker AM/FM/cassette stereo and skid plates under the radiator and fuel tank. V6 models add cruise control and a tilt steering wheel. Four-wheel-drive models add a transfer-case skid plate. Fantastic off-road capabilities, a lithe city dweller, room for all your cargo and everything you'll ever need in a Sport Utility Vehicle, plus a price that everyone can afford. What more can Isuzu do to make the 2001 Rodeo more attractive?