On the road, the 2008 Isuzu i-290 and i-370 feel like their GM relatives, offering a solid presence, reasonably refined (though modest) power, a well-cushioned ride and surprising agility.

On the road, the 2008 Isuzu i-290 and i-370 feel like their GM relatives, offering a solid presence, reasonably refined (though modest) power, a well-cushioned ride and surprising agility.

With its durable construction, generous 72.8-inch cargo bed, and heavy-duty truck suspension, the i-290 can handle rough jobs with aplomb.

Viewed as the workhorse of the i-series duo, the i-290 comes only in extended-cab form with two-wheel drive. Equipped with a heavy-duty suspension, the i-290 has 15-inch tires on aluminum wheels.

Reviewed by Kevin from Wichita, KS
I felt like this was an extended cab steal with the 4 cyl, automatic, a/c, and preferred equipment package, purchased for just under $16,500. The ride is more truck-like than some of the softer rides out there, but it has a good solid feel to it and a nice height. The four banger has plenty of power when needed and couples up smoothly with the automatic transmission. Continue reading »
2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab Auto Cars Plus Infor
The 2008 i-290 Extended Cab is a 2-door, up to 5-passenger compact pickup, available in one trim only, the S 2WD.

2008 Isuzu Ascender Review
Daytime running lights, an electronic stability system and antilock brakes are standard. Two-row side curtain airbags are newly standard. A tire pressure monitoring system is also standard.
Isuzu Ascender Fuel Filter?—Asked by Matt
Does anyone know where the Isuzu Ascenders fuel filter is? I have talked to mechanics and even they cant find it.
Best Answer — Answered by Aaron M.
Thats incompetance for ya… all you have to do is follow the fuel line from the fuel tank to find it… most likely it is at the rear of the engine and that is why it is hard to spot.
2008 Isuzu Ascender Autofans Collection
The 2008 Ascender is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in two trims, the S 2WD and the S 4WD. Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 4.2-liter, I6, 285-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 20-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2008 Ascender is a carryover from 2007.

Front bucket seats flank a center console. Standard equipment includes a sliding rear window; air conditioning; a stereo system with a CD/MP3 player; remote keyless entry; cruise control; a tilt steering column; and power windows, locks and mirrors. An integrated trailer hitch is a new option.

cars reviewed the 2008 Isuzu i-370 and gave out”The i-370’s 3.5-liter inline-five-cylinder develops 242 hp and 242 pounds-feet of torque. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard. The i-370 comes with Insta-Trac four-wheel drive, which permits shifting between 2WD and 4WD High at the touch of a button while under way. For 2008, Isuzu increased the i-370’s towing capacity to 5,500 pounds, a 1,500-pound gain.”
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2008 Isuzu i-370 Autofans Collection
The i-370 has a 3.5-liter inline-five-cylinder that is controlled with an electronic throttle and makes 242 hp. A four-speed automatic is standard. It only comes with Insta-Trac four-wheel drive. It can carry more than 1,338 lbs and can tow up to 5,500 lbs when properly equipped. In the Crew Cab body it can carry up to 5 passengers. It features ABS, side-curtain airbags, air conditioning, fabric seat upholstery, and remote keyless entry.

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