Model year guide

2005 Isuzu Ascender

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Isuzu Ascender is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2005 Isuzu Ascender — representative photo
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2005 Isuzu Ascender at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined15–16 mpg
Typical price$2,320

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Isuzu Ascender recalls 1

Visibility:windshield NHTSA Campaign #05V035000 · 03/02/2005

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Isuzu Ascender MPG & running costs

Combined15–16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,325

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2005 Isuzu Ascender worth?

Low
$900
Typical price
$2,320
High
$5,900

From 10 comparable 2005 Isuzu Ascender listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Isuzu Ascender costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,625
Fuel only$21,625
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Isuzu Ascender trims & engines on record

Trims
S 7 Passenger · LS 7 Passenger · Luxury 5 Passenger · LS 5 Passenger
Engines
4.2L 6-cyl

2005 Isuzu Ascender vehicles on record

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2005 Isuzu Ascender — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Isuzu Ascender have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Isuzu Ascender. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Isuzu Ascender get?

The 2005 Isuzu Ascender has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2005 Isuzu Ascender worth?

Comparable 2005 Isuzu Ascender listings run roughly $900–$5,900, typically around $2,320 (from 10 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.