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The newly-released, fuel-effective 2008 Isuzu Ascender was not too long ago ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 25 "Midsize Reasonably priced SUVs" in the U.S. In terms of security characteristics, the 2008 Ascender received the identical rating as the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer and the 2008 GMC Envoy.

U.S. News & Globe Report noted that the 2008 Isuzu Ascender fared effectively in crash tests performed by the federal government, specifically in side-influence crashes. According to the article in U.S. News, the Ascender received five out of five stars in government crash tests (if you'd like to see for yourself, check out the Ascender's web page on the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration's web site for the complete report) for each front and rear-seat passenger security. One particular of the a lot of factors the Isuzu Ascender earned such a favorable rating is that side-impact airbags now come common in the 2008 model.

The Ascender comes standard with fog lights and daytime running lights, and also contains a specialized stability handle program known as Stabilitrak StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Manage. The program combines traction control with stability handle systems, as properly as anti-lock brakes. Together, the three are created to support the driver sustain directional command of the vehicle.

In addition to its active security functions, the 2008 model also has upgraded passive security functions. The 2008 Ascender offers air bags for each the driver and the front passenger, as properly as normal head-curtain side-impact air bags. These air bags were options on the 2007 model. The newer Ascender also functions an automatic air bag suppression method designed to deactivate the front-passenger airbag and decrease airbag-connected injuries.

The Isuzu Ascender also has a physique style that enables for exceptional visibility from the driver's seat. In comparison, U.S. News & Planet Report noted that, with regards to the 2008 Mazda CX-7, "test drivers have expressed concern, however, about impaired front visibility due to the sharp design of the CX-7's windshield."

But security isn't the only cause to get behind the wheel of an Ascender. U.S. News & World report, in the all round impression of the 2008 Isuzu Ascender, noted that the Ascender "delivers and an outstanding warranty and smooth ride" and also pointed out the SUV's superior towing capabilities. The 2WD model can tow, when correctly equipped, up to five,800 pounds.

In general, reviewers had been impressed with the Ascender's V6 engine energy and the way the SUV handles. Kelley Blue Book noted that "the Ascender feels controlled and agile." One more reviewer from Auto Media pointed out that the Ascender runs "smoothly and quietly" and "accelerates vigorously from a standstill."

According to a overview in the Orlando Sentinel, the Ascender beats the Ford Explorer when off-roading. Comparing the two, the reviewer praised, " the solid rear axle of the Ascender is a greater arrangement, giving the Isuzu more agility in severe off-road traction circumstances." U.S. News also noted that the 2008 Ford Explorer's "heavy steering detracts from overall efficiency."

Intellichoice has not but rated the 2008 Isuzu Ascender, but did recognize Isuzu's whole 2006 line up as very best in their class for low costs.