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Isuzu Trooper LS 3.2 i V6 24V (190 Hp) Automatic
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Isuzu Trooper:
The Isuzu Trooper is a full-size SUV manufactured and marketed by Isuzu between September 1981 and September 2002 over two generations, the first, produced between 1981 and 1991; and the second produced between 1991 and 2002, the latter with a mid-cycle refresh in 1998. In its earliest iterations, the Trooper was based on the company's first generation Isuzu Faster/Chevrolet LUV pickup.
Marketed in the Japanese domestic market, as the Isuzu Bighorn, Isuzu marketed it internationally primarily as the Trooper, and in other markets as the Acura SLX , Chevrolet Trooper, Subaru Bighorn, SsangYong Korando Family, Honda Horizon, Opel Monterey, Vauxhall Monterey, Holden Jackaroo, and Holden Monterey....(Read more on Wikipedia)
LS Overview:
Isuzu Trooper (LS). With 265 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1911 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
Tested as the Opel Monterey in 1998, the Trooper received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, reflecting the safety standards of its era, which are considerably lower than modern vehicles.
3.2 i V6 24V (190 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides smooth power delivery, though the automatic transmission might slightly dull the V6's responsiveness compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Shares the high fuel consumption of the manual V6 at 14.8 l/100 km, making it an expensive option to run daily.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability with robust 4x4 system
- • Spacious interior and good cargo capacity
- • Durable and reliable engines, especially the diesel
- • Strong towing capacity for its class
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for the petrol V6 engine
- • Dated interior design and features by modern standards
- • Truck-like ride quality, less refined than some competitors
- • Poor Euro NCAP safety rating compared to contemporary vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(UBS: 1988 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Isuzu |
| Model: | Trooper |
| Generation: | LS |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.2 i V6 24V (190 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 265 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 6VD1 More details about the engine 6VD1 |
| Engine displacement: | 3165 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1911 |
| Max. weight: | 2497 |
| Max load: | 586 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4660 mm mm |
| Width: | 1745 mm mm |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1445 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 24570 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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