Isuzu Rodeo Info

Isuzu Rodeo (1991–2004 U.S.)

First-generation (1991–1997) and second-generation (1998–2004) Rodeo 4-door SUV.

Tech specs Dimensions Capacities Torque specs Trims Fuel economy Colors Brochures

Tech specs

Item	Specification
Engines, 1st gen	2.6 L 4ZE1 I4, 120 hp; 3.1 L V6 (1991–1992); 3.2 L 6VD1 V6 (1993–1997)
Engines, 2nd gen	2.2 L I4 (2WD); 3.2 L 6VD1 V6, 205 hp
Transmissions	5-speed manual (MUA, or Borg-Warner T5 on some); 4-speed automatic
Drive	Rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD (shift-on-the-fly on 2nd gen)
Spark plugs (1995, 2000 V6)	Gap 1.0–1.1 mm (0.040–0.043 in)

Dimensions

Item	Figure
Wheelbase, 1st gen	108.7 in (2,761 mm)
Wheelbase, 2nd gen	106.4 in (2,703 mm)
Width, 2nd gen	70.4 in (1,788 mm)
Ground clearance, 2nd gen (2000)	8.4 in (213 mm)
Turning circle, 2nd gen (2000)	38.4 ft (11.7 m)

Dimensions drawing

Fluid capacities

Capacities are approximate refill amounts from Isuzu factory service manual data for the year shown. Always fill to the level/check plug or dipstick, not just by volume.

System	Capacity	Notes
Engine oil, 3.2 L 1995 (with filter)	5.7 qt (5.4 L)	5.0 qt without filter
Engine oil, 3.2 L 2000 (with filter)	5.0 qt (4.7 L)	4.2 qt without filter
Engine oil, 2.6 L 1991–1996 (without filter)	4.1 qt (3.9 L)
Cooling system, 1994–1995	9.7 qt M/T; 9.3 qt A/T
Cooling system, 2000	11.6 qt M/T; 11.7 qt A/T
Automatic transmission, 2000	9.1 qt (8.6 L)	Total fill
Manual transmission, 1995	MUA: 3.1 qt (2.95 L); T5: 2.4 qt (2.25 L)	MUA: engine oil; T5: DEXRON-IIE
Manual transmission, 2000	3.1 qt (2.9 L)
Transfer case	1995 manual / A-T V6: 1.5 L (3.2 pt); 2000: 1.45 L (1.53 qt)	Engine oil 5W-30
Front differential	1995: 1.5 L (3.2 pt); 2000: 1.05 L	GL-5
Rear differential	1995 (2.6/3.2): 1.8 L (3.8 pt); 2000: 1.77 L	GL-5
Fuel tank, 2000	21.1 gal (80 L)
A/C refrigerant (R-134a)	1995 and 2000: 1.43 lb

Torque specs

Safety first — verify with your service manual. These figures are transcribed from Isuzu factory service manual data for the model and year shown. Specs can change by year, engine and body style. Always confirm the figure in the service manual for your exact vehicle before final tightening, use a calibrated torque wrench, tighten wheel nuts in a star pattern and re-check them after the first 50 miles.

Fastener	Torque
Wheel lug nuts, steel wheels (1995)	66 lb-ft (89 N·m)
Wheel lug nuts, aluminum wheels (1995)	87 lb-ft (118 N·m)
Spark plugs (1995, 2000 V6)	13 lb-ft (18 N·m)

Trims & body styles (U.S.)

Years	Version	Notes
1991–1997	Rodeo 2WD / 4WD	2.6 L I4, 3.1 L V6 (early) or 3.2 L V6
1998–2004	Rodeo S, LS, LSE (2000)	S: 2.2 L I4 (2WD) or 3.2 L V6; LS/LSE: 3.2 L V6

Fuel economy (EPA)

U.S. EPA estimates in miles per gallon as currently published on fueleconomy.gov (older models are shown on the revised 2008 EPA method, so they read lower than the original window sticker). To convert: L/100 km = 235.2 ÷ mpg.

Model year	EPA listing	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb
1991	Rodeo	3.1 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	13	16	14
1991	Rodeo	3.1 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	14	18	15
1991–1992	Rodeo	3.1 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	14	17	15
1991–1992	Rodeo	3.1 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	14	17	15
1991–1993	Rodeo	2.6 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	16	20	17
1992	Rodeo	3.1 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	13	17	14
1992	Rodeo	3.1 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	14	17	15
1993	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	15	18	16
1993	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	15	18	16
1993, 1995, 2000	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	15	18	16
1993, 1995, 2000	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	15	18	16
1994	Rodeo	2.6 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	15	18	16
1994	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	15	17	16
1994–1997	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	14	17	15
1994, 1996, 1997	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	15	17	16
1994, 1996, 1997	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	15	17	16
1995	Rodeo	2.6 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	16	20	18
1995	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	14	18	16
1996–1997	Rodeo	2.6 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	17	20	18
1996–1997	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	14	17	15
1998–1999	Rodeo	2.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	18	22	20
1998–1999	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	16	19	17
1998–1999	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	16	19	17
1998–2000	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	15	19	16
1998, 1999, 2001, 2002	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	15	19	16
2000	Rodeo	2.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	18	21	19
2000	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	14	19	16
2001–2002	Rodeo	2.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	16	20	17
2001–2002	Rodeo	2.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	17	21	18
2001–2002	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	15	20	17
2001–2002	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	15	19	17
2001–2002	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	15	19	17
2003	Rodeo	2.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	16	21	18
2003	Rodeo	2.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	18	22	19
2003	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	15	21	17
2003–2004	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	15	21	17
2003–2004	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	4WD	16	20	17
2004	Rodeo	3.2 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	16	21	18
2004	Rodeo	3.2 L	Manual 5-spd	2WD	16	20	17
2004	Rodeo	3.5 L	Auto 4-spd	2WD	16	22	18
2004	Rodeo	3.5 L	Auto 4-spd	4WD	15	20	17

Factory colors & paint codes

Swatch colors are approximate screen representations. Always match paint by the color code on your vehicle’s paint label (usually on the driver door jamb or under the hood), not by the swatch. Availability varied by body style, trim and year (U.S. market). Two-tone swatches show the upper color over the lower color.

1991–1997

Pure White

Code 811 · 91

Cream White

Code 752 · 92–97

Cream White on Antique Silver metallic

Code 772 · 92–93

Two-tone: upper / lower

Cream White on Light Silver metallic

Code 769 · 94–97

Two-tone: upper / lower

Platinum Silver metallic

Code 892 · 91–93

Platinum Silver on Iron Gray metallic

Code 770 · 91

Two-tone: upper / lower

Light Silver metallic

Code 753 · 94–97

Iron Gray metallic

Code 849 · 91–97

Iron Gray on Platinum Silver metallic

Code 787 · 91–93

Two-tone: upper / lower

Ebony Black

Code 826 · 91–97

Ebony Black on Iron Gray metallic

Code 794 · 91

Two-tone: upper / lower

Ebony Black on Platinum Silver

Code 793 · 92

Two-tone: upper / lower

Ebony Black on Light Silver metallic

Code 771 · 95–97

Two-tone: upper / lower

Parthenon Ivory

Code 809 · 91

Antique Silver metallic

Code 824 · 92–93

Vivid Red

Code 861 · 91

Radiant Red

Code 756 · 92–97

Garnet Red

Code 715 · 91–92

Garnet Red on Platinum Silver

Code 790 · 91–92

Two-tone: upper / lower

Claret Red

Code 731 · 94–97

Claret Red on Light Silver metallic

Code 767 · 94–97

Two-tone: upper / lower

Green

Code 719 · 91

Spruce Green

Code 763 · 92–93

Spruce Green on Antique Silver metallic

Code 766 · 92–93

Two-tone: upper / lower

Viridian Green

Code 732 · 94–96

Viridian Green on Light Silver metallic

Code 768 · 94–96

Two-tone: upper / lower

Spruce Green

Code 833 · 97

Spruce Green on Light Silver metallic

Code 743 · 97

Two-tone: upper / lower

Steel Blue metallic

Code 823 · 91–93

Liberty Blue

Code 717 · 91

Liberty Blue on Platinum Silver

Code 791 · 91

Two-tone: upper / lower

Midnight Blue

Code 833 · 92–94

Midnight Blue on Platinum Silver

Code 788 · 92–93

Two-tone: upper / lower

Midnight Blue on Light Silver metallic

Code 742 · 94

Two-tone: upper / lower

Stratus Blue

Code 703 · 95–97

Stratus Blue on Light Silver metallic

Code 781 · 95–97

Two-tone: upper / lower

Violet metallic

Code 713 · 91

1998–2004

Cream White

Code 752 · 98–99

Alpine White

Code 861 · 00–04

Alpine White on Titan Gray metallic

Code 861T · 00

Two-tone: upper / lower

Alpine White on Iron Gray metallic

Code 861G · 01

Two-tone: upper / lower

Alpine White on Fawn metallic

Code 861F · 01

Two-tone: upper / lower

Bright Silver metallic

Code 835 · 98–03

Powellite Silver metallic

Code 679 · 04

Ebony Black

Code 826 · 98–04

Ebony Black on Titan Gray metallic

Code 826T · 00

Two-tone: upper / lower

Ebony Black on Iron Gray metallic

Code 826G · 01

Two-tone: upper / lower

Roman Bronze

Code 881 · 00–02

Copper Orange

Code 838 · 98

Radiant Red

Code 756 · 98–99

Palazzo Red

Code 806 · 99–01

Excessive Red

Code 680 · 04

Claret Red

Code 731 · 98

Currant Red

Code 640 · 02–03

Zephyr Green

Code 898 · 99–00

Garden Green

Code 870 · 00–02

Mistral Green

Code 664 · 03–04

Spruce Green

Code 833 · 98–99

Caprice Blue metallic

Code 836 · 98

Atlantic Blue

Code 886 · 01–02

Crystal Blue metallic

Code 667 · 03–04

Stratus Blue

Code 703 · 98

Canal Blue

Code 862 · 00–01

Clipper Blue metallic

Code 639 · 02–04

Factory brochures

Original U.S.-market Isuzu sales brochure pages, shown for reference. Tap any page to enlarge. Specs and colors in brochures were subject to change during the model year.