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Isuzu Trooper

Isuzu Trooper — 3/5-door suv2-door utility roadster, '''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55)

Transmission4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic

About the Isuzu Trooper

Isuzu Trooper is a 3/5-door SUV2-door utility roadster in the mid-size suv class. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55) as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic and a Front-engine, four-wheel-drive; Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Isuzu Trooper guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55) and 4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Isuzu Trooper specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Isuzu
Model	Trooper
Model years	Not specified
Body style	3/5-door SUV2-door utility roadster
Vehicle class	Mid-size SUV
Manufacturer	Isuzu
Production	1981–2002
Market / country	CA, FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Isuzu Trooper includes '''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55).. Transmission information includes 4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, four-wheel-drive; Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive.

Engine	'''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55)
Transmission	4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, four-wheel-drive; Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2300 mm (3-door SWB) 2650 mm (3-door LWB, 5-door)
Length	4075 mm (SWB) 4380 mm (LWB)
Width	1650 mm
Height	1800 –

Isuzu Trooper chassis and equipment

Chassis	Body-on-frame

Isuzu Trooper other specifications

Name	Isuzu Trooper
Image	Isuzu Trooper — 03-16-2012.JPG
Caption	Second generation Isuzu Trooper (United States)
Aka	Isuzu Bighorn (Japan)

Isuzu Trooper generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Isuzu Trooper	1981–2002	Not specified	Not specified	Front-engine, four-wheel-drive; Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
First generation	September 1981–1991November 1988–1996 (Korando Family)1992–1997 (Vietnam)	'''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55)	4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic	Not specified
Second generation	1991–2002	'''Petrol:'''; 2.6 L ''4ZE1'' I4; 3.2 L ''6VD1'' V6; 3.2 L ''6VD1'' DOHC V6 (UBS25); 3.5 L ''6VE1'' DOHC V6 (UBS26); '''Diesel:'''; 3.0 L ''4JX1'' turbo I4 (UBS73); 3.1 L ''4JG2'' turbo I4 (UBS69)	4-speed automatic5-speed manual	Not specified

Isuzu Trooper features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓In Indonesia, where it was locally assembled by PT Garmak Motors, it was sold as the '''Chevrolet Trooper'''.Fourie Around 1987, a two-wheel-drive version called the Chevrolet Stallion was developed there

✓it has the Trooper's body on the chassis of a rear-wheel-drive Chevrolet LUV

✓There was also a locally developed SUV model of the Isuzu Pickups built in the early 1980s called the Holden Lincah and Holden Raider

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Isuzu Trooper

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load33 PSI front32 PSI rear

Fully loaded35 PSI front35 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	33 PSI	32 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	35 PSI	35 PSI	Estimate

Calculate how much air to add

Frequently asked questions about Isuzu Trooper

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Isuzu Trooper have?

The available source data lists the Isuzu Trooper engine as '''Petrol:'''; 1949 cc ''G200Z'' I4 (UBS13); 2255 cc ''4ZD1'' I4 (UBS16); 2559 cc ''4ZE1'' I4 (UBS17); 2837 cc ''LH7/LL2'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2238 cc ''C223'' I4 (UBS52); 2238 cc ''C223T'' turbo I4 (UBS52); 2771 cc ''4JB1'' I4 (UBS55); 2771 cc ''4JB1-T'' turbo I4 (UBS55). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Isuzu Trooper?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 33 PSI front and 32 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Isuzu Trooper?

There is no single best engine oil for every Isuzu Trooper configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Isuzu Trooper?

The Isuzu Trooper is classified as a 3/5-door SUV2-door utility roadster.

What are the dimensions of the Isuzu Trooper?

The available source data lists length 4075 mm (SWB) 4380 mm (LWB), width 1650 mm, height 1800 -, and wheelbase 2300 mm (3-door SWB) 2650 mm (3-door LWB, 5-door).

What transmission does the Isuzu Trooper have?

The available source data lists 4-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MSG'' manual5-speed ''Isuzu MUA5C'' manual4-speed ''Aisin Warner'' automatic4-speed ''GM 4L30-E transmission'' automatic transmission options for the Isuzu Trooper.

Is the Isuzu Trooper FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Isuzu Trooper is Front-engine, four-wheel-drive; Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Isuzu Trooper?

The manufacturer listed for the Isuzu Trooper is Isuzu.

When was the Isuzu Trooper produced?

The available source data describes production as 1981–2002.

Where was the Isuzu Trooper built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Japan: Fujisawa, Kanagawa (Fujisawa Plant).

What class of car is the Isuzu Trooper?

The Isuzu Trooper is listed in the Mid-size SUV class.

What platform does the Isuzu Trooper use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as Body-on-frame.

Which markets or countries sold the Isuzu Trooper?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Isuzu Trooper with CA, FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Isuzu Trooper?

The available vehicle data lists Isuzu Ascender; Isuzu Axiom; Chevrolet/Holden Captiva (Chevrolet Trooper/Holden Jackaroo/Monterey); Holden Colorado 7 (Australia); SsangYong Rexton (SsangYong Korando Family); Acura MDX (Acura SLX); Subaru Forester (Subaru Bighorn) as a successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Isuzu Trooper?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Isuzu Trooper?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Isuzu Trooper is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Isuzu Trooper have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Isuzu Trooper?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Isuzu Trooper images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.