Isuzu Trooper — Generations, Specs & Review

Isuzu Trooper: Generations, Engine Specs, Performance and Weight

The Isuzu Trooper is an AWD, three-door SUV represented here by two generations produced from 1981 through January 2004. The first generation ran from 1981 to 1991, while the second covered 1992 to January 2004. Across the complete catalogue record, the generations contain 33 and 19 modifications respectively. The available data includes Gasoline and Diesel engines, Manual and Automatic gearboxes, and ground clearance ranging from 210 to 225 mm.

Isuzu Trooper generations

The 1 generation was produced from 1981 through 1991 as an SUV 3-doors. The catalogue lists 33 modifications, including 2.0 AT, 2.3 MT, 2.6 AT, 2.6 MT, 2.8 AT, 2.2 MT and 2.8 MT versions. The displayed records cover Gasoline and Diesel engines, four-cylinder Inline and six-cylinder V-shaped layouts, and Manual or Automatic transmissions. Every listed version uses AWD.

The 2 generation was produced from 1992 through January 2004, also as an SUV 3-doors. It contains 19 modifications. The displayed choices include 3.0 MT, 3.1 MT, 3.1 AT, 3.2 MT, 3.2 AT, 3.5 MT and 3.5 AT. Its engine range combines turbocharged four-cylinder Inline Diesel units with naturally aspirated six-cylinder V-shaped Gasoline units, all with AWD.

Isuzu Trooper engine options and specs

Repeated modification names are distinguished by power or other recorded specifications.

Generation and version	Power	Torque	Displacement	Fuel	Cylinders and layout	Boost	Gearbox	Drive
1 generation — 2.0 AT	86 hp	not measured	1949 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.3 MT	110 hp	not measured	2255 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Manual, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.6 AT, 120 hp	120 hp	204 Nm	2559 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.6 MT, 120 hp	120 hp	204 Nm	2559 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Manual, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.8 AT, 135 hp	135 hp	197 Nm	2835 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.2 MT	87 hp	183 Nm	2238 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Manual, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.8 MT	110 hp	226 Nm	2771 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Manual, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.8 AT, 110 hp	110 hp	226 Nm	2771 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.0 MT	86 hp	not measured	1949 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Manual, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.3 AT	110 hp	not measured	2255 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.6 MT, 115 hp	115 hp	195 Nm	2581 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
1 generation — 2.6 AT, 115 hp	115 hp	195 Nm	2581 cc	Gasoline	4, Inline	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.0 MT	159 hp	333 Nm	2999 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.1 MT	125 hp	260 Nm	3059 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.1 AT	125 hp	260 Nm	3059 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 AT, 177 hp	177 hp	265 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 MT, 177 hp	177 hp	265 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 MT, 190 hp	190 hp	290 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 AT, 190 hp	190 hp	290 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.5 MT	215 hp	312 Nm	3494 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.0 AT	159 hp	333 Nm	2999 cc	Diesel	4, Inline	Turbo	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.5 AT	215 hp	312 Nm	3494 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Automatic, 4-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 MT, 177 hp, 1911 kg	177 hp	265 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD
2 generation — 3.2 MT, 190 hp, 1911 kg	190 hp	290 Nm	3165 cc	Gasoline	6, V-shaped	No	Manual, 5-speed	AWD

Isuzu Trooper performance, mpg and economy

For the first generation, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is not measured for every displayed version. Top speed is also not measured except for the 115 hp 2.6 MT, which reaches 153 km/h. City, highway and combined fuel consumption are not measured for every displayed first-generation version.

Second-generation performance is recorded more fully. The 3.0 MT and 3.1 MT accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.8 seconds and reach 160 km/h. The 3.0 AT and 3.1 AT require 13.8 seconds and also reach 160 km/h. The 177 hp 3.2 MT needs 11.3 seconds, while the 177 hp 3.2 AT needs 9.2 seconds; both have a 180 km/h top speed. The 190 hp 3.2 MT records 11.3 seconds and 180 km/h, whereas the 190 hp 3.2 AT records 9.2 seconds and 180 km/h. The 3.5 MT reaches 100 km/h in 11.3 seconds and the 3.5 AT in 9.2 seconds; both top out at 180 km/h.

Acceleration and top speed are not measured for the additional 177 hp and 190 hp 3.2 MT records with a 1911 kg kerb weight. City, highway and combined fuel consumption are not measured for every displayed second-generation version, so no catalogue mpg comparison can be made.

Isuzu Trooper dimensions, weight and size

Exterior length, width and height are not measured for either generation, so the supplied data cannot support a full Isuzu Trooper dimensions or size comparison. Wheel sizes are also not measured for every displayed version.

Most displayed first-generation versions have 210 mm of ground clearance, while the 115 hp 2.6 MT and 115 hp 2.6 AT have 225 mm. Those two versions each record a 1595 kg kerb weight and a 2500 kg gross weight. Kerb and gross weights are not measured for the other displayed first-generation versions. Fuel-tank capacity is not measured throughout the displayed first-generation range.

Second-generation ground clearance is 210 mm for every displayed version, and fuel-tank capacity is 85 liters throughout. The 3.0 MT and 3.1 MT weigh 2050 kg at the kerb and 2810 kg gross. The 3.1 AT and 3.0 AT have a gross weight of 2810 kg, but their kerb weight is not measured.

The 177 hp 3.2 MT, 190 hp 3.2 MT and 3.5 MT records with torsion front suspension each have a 1940 kg kerb weight and a 2600 kg gross weight. Their Automatic counterparts—177 hp 3.2 AT, 190 hp 3.2 AT and 3.5 AT—also have a 2600 kg gross weight, while kerb weight is not measured. The additional 177 hp and 190 hp 3.2 MT records each weigh 1911 kg at the kerb and 2497 kg gross.

Isuzu Trooper reliability and problems

Reliability ratings, fault records, maintenance history, engine-oil capacity and engine-number location are not measured in the supplied data. The catalogue therefore cannot substantiate claims about Isuzu Trooper reliability, common problems, engine swaps or LS swap compatibility. Those questions require information beyond the specifications available here.

Which Isuzu Trooper version should you choose?

Among the displayed first-generation versions, the 135 hp 2.8 AT has the highest power, exceeding the 120 hp 2.6 AT and 2.6 MT by 15 hp. For torque, the Diesel 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT lead with 226 Nm, which is 22 Nm more than the 120 hp Gasoline 2.6 versions. Buyers comparing transmission types can find matching outputs in the 120 hp 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT, the 110 hp Diesel 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT, and the 115 hp 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT.

In the second generation, the 3.5 MT and 3.5 AT provide the highest recorded power at 215 hp. That is 25 hp above the 190 hp 3.2 versions and 38 hp above the 177 hp 3.2 versions. For recorded torque, the 3.0 MT and 3.0 AT lead with 333 Nm, exceeding the 3.5 versions by 21 Nm and the 3.1 versions by 73 Nm.

For the quickest measured 0–100 km/h time, the 177 hp 3.2 AT, 190 hp 3.2 AT and 3.5 AT are equal at 9.2 seconds. The Manual versions with measured performance take 11.3 seconds, a difference of 2.1 seconds. Drivers prioritizing the lowest recorded second-generation kerb weight can compare the two 1911 kg 3.2 MT versions with the 1940 kg Manual Gasoline records, a difference of 29 kg. Every listed choice uses AWD, so the main documented distinctions are engine output, torque, fuel, transmission, performance and weight.