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The newly-released, fuel-efficient 2008 Isuzu Ascender was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report together of the top 25 "Midsize Affordable SUVs" in the U.S. In terms of safety functions, the 2008 Ascender received the same rating while the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer and the 2008 GMC Envoy.

U.S. World & news Report noted that the 2008 Isuzu Ascender fared well in crash tests conducted by the us government, particularly in side-impact crashes. In line with the post in U.S. Information, the Ascender received five out of five stars in government crash tests (in the event that you had like to see for yourself, always check out the Ascender's site on the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration's website for the entire report) for both front and rear-seat passenger safety. Certainly one of the several reasons a favorable rating was earned such by the Isuzu Ascender is that side-impact airbags now come standard in the 2008 model.

The Ascender comes standard with fog lights and daytime operating lights, and also includes a specific balance control program called Stabilitrak StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control. The device combines traction control with security control systems, in addition to anti-lock brakes. Together, the three are designed to help the driver maintain directional order of the automobile.

Along with its energetic safety features, passive safety features have been also upgraded by the 2008 model. Air bags are offered by the 2008 Ascender for the driver and leading passenger, as well as standard head-curtain side-impact air bags. These air bags were possibilities on the 2007 product. An automatic air bag suppression system is also featured by the newer Ascender made to deactivate the front-passenger airbag and reduce airbag-related injuries.

The Isuzu Ascender also offers a body type that enables for extraordinary awareness from the driver's seat. Compared, U.S. News & World Report noted that, with regards to the 2008 Mazda CX-7, "test people have expressed concern, however, about impaired front visibility because of the sharp design of the CX-7's windshield."

But safety is not the only real reason to get behind the wheel of an Ascender. U.S. News & World statement, in the entire impact of the 2008 Isuzu Ascender, noted that the Ascender "delivers and a superb warranty and easy ride" and also stated the SUV's exceptional towing functions. The 2WD model can pull, when precisely equipped, around 5,800 pounds.

In general, writers were impressed with the Ascender's V6 motor power and how a SUV handles. Kelley Blue Book noted that "the Ascender seems controlled and agile." Yet another reviewer from Auto Media remarked that the Ascender goes "smoothly and quietly" and "accelerates strongly from a standstill."

According to an evaluation in the Orlando Sentinel, the Ascender beats the Ford Explorer when off-roading. Comparing the two, the writer praised, " the sound rear axle of the Ascender is just a better design, providing the Isuzu more speed in extreme off-road traction situations." U.S. Information also noted that the 2008 Ford Explorer's "heavy steering detracts from overall performance."

Intellichoice has not yet scored the 2008 Isuzu Ascender, but did recognize Isuzu's complete 2006 fall into line as most readily useful inside their school for low prices.