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Car has plenty of space, comfortable, not too bad on gas. It drives great in the snow, 4WD made it through the most icy winter I've driven in. Read full review
This car goes from California to Arizona without any issues ac works great oil changes on time no leaks very reliable Read full review
Recalls and crash tests
The 1999 Isuzu Rodeo currently has 5 recalls
Say you're a Washington bigwig and Kenneth Starr slaps you with a subpoena. What would you need to get past the press pool? How about Isuzu's new Rodeo? For 1998, this ... Read more
In the swelling bustle and shuffle of the sport utility scene--from RAV4s that are more trinkets than trucks through royalty's own Range Rovers and Chevy Suburbans roomy ... Read more
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Chrysler Corp. must be blushing. The 1998 Isuzu Rodeo looks like it slipped out of Chrysler's design studio Xerox machine. The ... Read more
Cars.com Car Seat Check
What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?
Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.
What is a Powertrain warranty?
Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.
What is included in Roadside Assistance?
Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).
What other services could be included in a warranty?
Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.
What does CPO mean?
A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.