Isuzu · model year 2008
2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab 2WD
Pickup · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab 2WD is a small rear-wheel-drive pickup with a 2.9-liter four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 20 MPG combined, with 18 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $3,350.
Good to know
- 20 MPG combined EPA rating
- 24 MPG highway rating
- Extended-cab pickup body
- Rear-wheel drive with four-speed automatic
Watch for
- 18 MPG city rating
- EPA annual fuel cost of $3,350
- Gasoline powertrain
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class limits the comparison
Who it suits. Small-pickup buyers who want rear-wheel drive Drivers spending more miles on the highway
The i-290 Extended Cab 2WD makes sense for someone seeking a compact pickup with an extended cab and automatic rear-wheel drive. Its fuel budget is substantial at $3,350 per year, so driving pattern matters. Highway use aligns with its stronger 24 MPG rating, while urban commuting will track closer to 18 MPG. If your priorities are gasoline power and pickup form in a small-truck class, these EPA figures define the ownership trade-off.
What it is
The 2008 Isuzu i-290 Extended Cab 2WD is a gasoline pickup in the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class. It has rear-wheel drive, a 2.9-liter four-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic transmission.
The numbers
Its defining EPA figure is 20 MPG combined. The rating is 18 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway. In simple terms, highway trips use less fuel per mile than stop-and-go city driving.
What it costs to run
EPA annual fuel cost is $3,350. That estimate reflects the truck's 20 MPG combined rating and gives a yearly fuel budget for gasoline driving.
How it compares
The i-290 is measured in the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class. Its 18-city, 24-highway split shows a six-MPG gap between urban and highway ratings. No other vehicle figures are provided here for a direct comparison.
Who it suits
This truck suits a buyer who wants a small pickup with an extended cab, rear-wheel drive, and an automatic transmission, and who can plan around a 20 MPG combined rating.
Trade-offs
The 2.9-liter engine and automatic transmission keep the powertrain straightforward, but the EPA figures point to higher fuel use in city driving than on the highway. Its 18 MPG city rating is the number to watch for frequent short trips.
Verdict
Choose the i-290 Extended Cab 2WD if a small gasoline pickup and rear-wheel drive fit your needs. Budget $3,350 a year for fuel using the EPA estimate. Its 24 MPG highway rating favors longer open-road driving, while the 18 MPG city figure makes stop-and-go use more expensive. The 20 MPG combined number is the clearest guide for mixed driving.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 20 MPG
- City MPG
- 18 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 444 g per mile
- Model year
- 2008
- Body
- Pickup
- EPA size class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.9 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2008 Isuzu i-290's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 20 MPG.
How does the i-290 do in city driving?
It is rated at 18 MPG in city driving.
What is its highway MPG?
The EPA highway rating is 24 MPG.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
EPA annual fuel cost is estimated at $3,350.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 2.9-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a four-speed automatic transmission.
Is the i-290 front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive?
The 2008 i-290 Extended Cab 2WD uses rear-wheel drive.
What type of vehicle is it?
It is a pickup in the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class, with an extended cab.
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