2001 Isuzu Rodeo Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

16 City / 20 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

205

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

McCord L

Great reliable all-purpose car!

Very few problems. Most issues were inexpensive to fix. Most reliable car I've ever had. Comfortable. Able to fit my family of 5 comfortably.

Mitch H

This car is very dependable.

I like my truck. It's been a dependable vehicle i really have no dislikes about ut.

Danielle G

Very reliable car if you take care of it like my husband has been.

Built very well. Great SUV for a small family of 3 or 4. Very durable vehicle. Somewhat small for bigger families of 5 or 6.

tammy s

It's no longer being made in the United States. But it's very dependable.

It's a solid built vehicle. I like the body style. It's roomy. I haven't had many problems with it. It drives well. I'll keep it til it dies.

Cutter S

My super sporty isuzu rodeo ls.

The rodeo is a great all-around vehicle. It is very light and sporty. I have no problems with it. Very solid v-6 motor and the winter and power modes come in handy when I am in the backcountry. With a good set of tires, even with no four wheel drive, this vehicle will go anywhere. I have not had this vehicle for long however it has been a great commuter vehicle that I can also have fun with on the weekends I really enjoyed sporty look and the ability to not only get to work but also play.

Luis O

Vehicle will run thousands of miles without issues.

Egr valve is the problem excellent gas mileage and really good off road and freeway I have 355000 miles and still running like new. The only things that I had to do to this car is replaced the oil and grease. I will recommend to anyone that want a car for life, the interior is really comfortable and you have sunroof and moonroof

Mitch C

Handles well and drives really smooth. Plenty of room for 1 maybe 2 people

It is all around a great vehicle. It climbs hills and handles great off road.

Beth H

It is dependable, and good on winter roads.

I love the size, the ability to haul whatever I wish, the body style. Also, it has a sunroof... I have no complaints.

Negative Owner Reviews

R Oliver

To many problems!

Transmission is a GM4360L PURE JUNK!!!

Ryan L

Good car for around the town driving.

The 2001 Isuzu rodeo is a nice little car for around the town driving. Smooth steering, spacious seating, lots of storage space in the back. Unfortunately, the rodeo does not get great gas mileage. Also, if your tires are old or worn down you may spin out if you take any sharp turns too quickly.

Joan T

The rear view mirror lights up when you exit vebi me.

Having problems with shifter, brakes and tires. Vehicle is comfy to drive good in snow. It is easy to park and has good viability. .

Jason w

It's a pretty good all around car, nothing too special about it but not bad

The rodeo is a decent mid sized suv It's very reliable and gets decent mileage

Davidia B

Very roomy, goo on gas. Nice stereo

Bought it used. It does its job of getting me from point A to point B however it is starting to need some costly repairs.

Lorraine Y

Well built. Good for small family.

Older model. Hard to check transmission fluid. Good vehicle for small family. Paint has held up, same with interior. Looks nice and runs nice if you maintain. Seats are not that comfortable. Very difficult to find parts now in 2019. So if something breaks you may be out of luck. Some Chevrolet parts can be substituted instead.

Andrea J

The a/c is great and runs smoothly

My car is older so I am happy that it is still working, however I have had many issues with the transmission. I have gotten it fixed multiple times, but it keeps having some different issues. My car is spacious and comfortable, it is good for road trips and I am happy overall with the rides it has taken me on over the years. Other than the transmission, I haven't really had any major issues with the car.

Anthony A

The vehicle is very reliable and has cruise control

Drives well, have to be very careful as you make your turns and/or u-turns. If the rpm is at a steady level the vehicle will run a lot smoother. The vehicle to me is very spacious. It has great backspace and trunk door opens up to the side and not above your head.

Isuzu Rodeo Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

Base Sport

205 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

Base

205 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

LSE

205 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

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2001 Isuzu Rodeo Owner Reviews

3.86

22 Reviews

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5 stars

36%

4 stars

23%

3 stars

36%

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Luis O on January 13, 2021

Vehicle will run thousands of miles without issues.

Beth H on December 18, 2020

It is dependable, and good on winter roads.

I love the size, the ability to haul whatever I wish, the body style. Also, it has a sunroof... I have no complaints.

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Ranks #8 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2001 Isuzu Rodeo has an average owner rating of 3.86 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

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4.33

2001 Isuzu Rodeo

3.86

Ranks #8 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Isuzu Rodeo has a combined MPG of 22 which ranks it #8 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

2001 Toyota RAV4

31 MPG

2001 Subaru Forester

27 MPG

2001 Isuzu Rodeo

20 MPG

Is The 2001 Isuzu Rodeo A Good Car?

It runs like brand new and never lets me down, but it has been a nightmare when it comes to bells and whistles failing on me... including the air conditioner.

Kelly T.

It can be if previous owners took care of the vehicle you have to carefully inspect the SUV especially look for leaks

Gabriela D.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Isuzu Rodeo?

As I stated before... my Rodeo has always gotten me from point A to point B but every option as far as bells and whistles has failed me.

Andrea S.

These trucks are dependable again it depends if the previous owners took care of the vehicle and if not it depends on how much money you want to put in it

Davis M.

Is The 2001 Isuzu Rodeo A Good Value?

I bought mine in 2013 for $3,800. I loved the feel of it and the size, at first... and the gas mileage isn't too bad... but I would never buy another.

Holly R.

2000 and yes if proper maintenance has been done my 2001 Isuzu is a good reliable dependable vehicle with 224597 miles on it and starts right up

Savannah G.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety