Isuzu Ascender MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Isuzu Ascender model year from 2003 to 2009 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Ascender has been offered with 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl engines; every rated year lands at 16 MPG combined. All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Isuzu Ascender fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 16 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 4.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 15–16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 15–16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 14–16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 14–16 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
2009 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2009 Ascender was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2008 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2008 Ascender was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2007 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2007 Ascender was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 7-passenger 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2006 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2006 Ascender was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2005 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2005 Ascender was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 7-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 7-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2004 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2004 Ascender was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 5-passenger 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2003 Isuzu Ascender: engines & MPG
The 2003 Ascender was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascender 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Ascender 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Ascender 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does an Isuzu Ascender get?
Every rated Ascender year comes in at 16 MPG combined.
What engines does the 2009 Isuzu Ascender have?
The 2009 Ascender was EPA-rated with 4.2L 6-cyl engines — see the 2009 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Isuzu Ascender require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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