DecodedCars2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 2.8L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 21 MPG combined — 26% better than the average 2006 standard pickup truck (16.7 MPG).
- Few owner complaints4 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 106 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a standard pickup truck.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab is a standard pickup truck offered with a 2.8L 4-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 26% better than the 2006 standard pickup truck average of 16.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the exterior lighting.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i-280 Extended Cab 2WD | 2.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | +26% | $3,200 | 423 |
| i-280 Extended Cab 2WD | 2.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | +2% | $3,950 | 523 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 21 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 17 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Exterior Lighting — 2 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Seat Belts — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 181,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Isuzu. How we calculate this →