1998 Isuzu Rodeo LS review from North America

Front end clunks when creeping along with the wheel turned slightly to the left or right.

Burns excessive oil - 1 to 2 litres for every 2500 km.

ABS light on 98% of the time. According to Isuzu it's a loose wire.

Transmission is sealed so I can't have fluid changed anywhere I wish. I have to take it to Isuzu.

Pits on gas consumption. I think it's about 15 miles to the gallon.

Dealer I bought from installed ceramic brake pads and I have not had to replace them yet (40,000 km later). But without those pads it squalled like crazy.

I love this truck and have since I bought it used two years ago. But it's now time to find something more fuel efficient and better on insurance (I have a seven-star rating, but SUVs jack up the insurance rates like crazy in Ontario).

The cargo and seating space is fantastic, having changed from a Plymouth Colt.

I love the power and the handling is terrific. The truck looks great and everything works on it (except the ABS, see above). I have had no problems with any of the options and this truck has them all.

Interior is wearing very well and the seats are still comfortable.

I have found no blind spots.

I love that it's not too big and not too small.