DecodedCars2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 2.9L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 35 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a small pickup truck.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab is a small pickup truck offered with a 2.9L 4-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2008 small pickup truck average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 i-290 Extended Cab — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 i-290 Extended Cab →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i-290 Extended Cab 2WD | 2.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +6% | $3,350 | 444 |
| i-290 Extended Cab 2WD | 2.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +6% | $3,350 | 444 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 small pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 22 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Mazda B Pickup | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other i-290 Extended Cab years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 i-290 Extended Cab | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Isuzu. How we calculate this →