Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Blending the underpinnings of the Rodeo and the Trooper, Isuzu launched the Axiom in 2002 and described it as a high-performance crossover vehicle.
The nameplate of Axiom was chosen from the many entries received through the naming contest launched by Isuzu for the cyber-citizenry. The Axiom was exclusively sold in the US and Costa Rica.
The crossover was available with a rear-wheel-drive or a four-wheel-drive system, and adding the 4WD added around $2500 to the Axiom’s starting price.
The exterior design was rather based on the looks of a truck, with distinctive lines and a tough front end.
The interior was not very attractive, with too many controls placed too close to one another. Otherwise, the seats were comfortable and easy to adjust for a good driving position.
The second row seats offered good legroom and headroom for the passengers, and even decent space for a 3rd adult.
The load area was a good size and could be extended by folding the rear seats with a 60/40 folding split.
The access to the cargo area was made though a swing-up tailgate.
The Axiom came in two trim levels: the base and the upper XS. The XS featured extra fog lamps, a sunroof, heated front seats, an auto-dimming mirrors, leather upholstery and an upgraded audio system.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT AWD (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3494 cm3 |
Power: | 170 KW @ 5600 RPM 231 HP @ 5600 RPM 228 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 314 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.5 gallons (73.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.6 in (4638 mm) |
Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
Height: | 67.2 in (1707 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.4 in (2703 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 35.2 cuFT (997 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4266 lbs (1935 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5203 lbs (2360 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT AWD (250 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3494 cm3 |
Power: | 184 KW @ 5600 RPM 250 HP @ 5600 RPM 247 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 246 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 334 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.5 gallons (73.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.6 in (4638 mm) |
Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
Height: | 67.2 in (1707 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.4 in (2703 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 35.2 cuFT (997 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4002.1 lbs (1815 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT RWD (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3494 cm3 |
Power: | 170 KW @ 5600 RPM 231 HP @ 5600 RPM 228 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 314 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.5 gallons (73.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.6 in (4638 mm) |
Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
Height: | 67.2 in (1707 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.4 in (2703 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 35.2 cuFT (997 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3889.6 lbs (1764 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4954 lbs (2247 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT RWD (250 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3494 cm3 |
Power: | 184 KW @ 5600 RPM 250 HP @ 5600 RPM 247 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 246 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 334 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.5 gallons (73.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.6 in (4638 mm) |
Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
Height: | 67.2 in (1707 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.4 in (2703 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 35.2 cuFT (997 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4002.1 lbs (1815 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5126.6 lbs (2325 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.8 mpg US (14 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |