Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS has been produced from January, 1989 to December, 1998. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Isuzu Rodeo 1989 - 1998 version and torque 260 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Isuzu Rodeo 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS fuel consumption is 13.2 litres per 100km (7.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Isuzu Rodeo 1989 - 1998 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 83 litres or 21.93 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
- Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i S 2WD MT
- Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i S 2WD AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 13.0 litres per 100 km
- Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS AT

Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS technical data
Model: | Isuzu Rodeo 3.2 i 4WD LS | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1989. January ... 1998. December | ||
Engine: | 3165 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 177 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 260 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.2 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 83 litres (21.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.66m (height) | ||
Seats: | 6 seats | ||
Gross weight: | 2225 kg |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS engine 6VD1 SOHC 12v
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3165 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 93.4 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
Power | 175 - 190 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 - 265 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1991 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
All Isuzu Rodeo crossover [1989 - 1998] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Isuzu Rodeo 1995 2.6 i S
Jan 1995 — Dec 1998 Most fuel efficient version |
2.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i S 2WD | 3.2 Petrol | 177 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i S 2WD | 3.2 Petrol | 177 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS | 3.2 Petrol | 177 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Isuzu Rodeo 1989 3.2 i 4WD LS | 3.2 Petrol | 177 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |