2008 Isuzu i-Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Except for a few modifications of option packages and the elimination of the i-290 LS trim, the 2008 Isuzu i-Series remains unchanged from 2007. Remaining are the base Isuzu i-290 S, the i-370 LS, and the i-370 Limited. Reflecting Isuzu’s partnership with GM, the ’08 i-Series borrows the basic design of this small pickup from the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon, with some significant styling and feature differences being the major distinctions.
Isuzu’s i-290 for 2008 is a four-door, four-passenger Extended Cab pickup with a 6-foot bed and 1,530 pounds of payload capacity that is delivered in rear-wheel-drive configuration only. The i-370 is offered in either the Extended or Crew Cab variation, with the Crew Cab version offering a 5-foot bed. As well, the ’08 Isuzu i-370 is offered in both the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD) trims.
The ’08 Isuzu i-Series trim levels are indicative of the engine size offered in each, the i-290 having a 2.9-liter inline four-cylinder (I4), and the Isuzu i-370 packing a 3.7-liter inline five-cylinder (I5) powerplant. The ’08 i-290 is capable of 185 hp and 190 lb-ft of torque with a standard five-speed automatic transmission. A four-speed automatic is optional with the i-290, and fuel economy is estimated at 18/24 mpg. The i-290 trim will tow a paltry 3,200 pounds when properly equipped.
For 2008, the Isuzu i-370 generates 242 hp and 242 lb-ft of torque and is delivered with the four-speed automatic as the standard transmission. Only the i-370 Crew Cab is available with 4WD. The i-370 is rated to tow some 5,500 pounds, and the EPA estimates 16/22.
Both the 2.9-liter and the 3.7-liter engines have been described as surprisingly peppy. Ride comfort and handling are also better than expected, though the suspension in the i-290 is somewhat softer than that in the i-370 trim. The ’08 Isuzu i-370 4WD trim has better-than-average off-road capability.
Standard comfort, convenience, and appearance features for the ’08 Isuzu i-290 include air-conditioning and cruise control, vinyl seats, and 15-inch painted alloy wheels, with a Preferred Equipment Package, including rear jump seats, tinted rear windows, cloth bucket seats, and a CD player, as an option, along with the four-speed automatic. The i-370 adds a sliding rear window, cloth bucket seats, power windows, locks, and mirrors, front and rear floormats, a CD changer with six speakers, and keyless entry. Options for the i-370 LS trim include leather upholstery, powered and heated front seats, and an upgraded audio system. The i-370 Limited trim offers these options as standard features.
Safety features for the ’08 i-Series include four-wheel ABS, front airbags, passenger airbag de-activation, an anti-theft alarm system, child seat anchors, and daytime driving lights. Standard with the i-370 Crew Cab and optional with all other trims are front and rear head airbags. Traction control is another optional safety feature available throughout the lineup.
Owners of the ’08 Isuzu i-Series bemoan the lack of a V6 engine as well as the lack of a center console in the i-290 trim. Overall interior build and material quality is also an issue. On the other hand, drivers laud the acceleration, ride comfort, performance, handling, and value they receive with the ’08 i-Series.
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2008 Isuzu i-Series Pricing
Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: passenger
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: passenger
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: passenger
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: passenger
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent