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2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 16–19 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2003. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo at a glance
The 2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo covers 4 model years in the EPA database (36 configurations in all), rated 16–19 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2003, costs about $3,440 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD (19 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002 and 2003. The best combined rating in the generation, 19 MPG, was reached in 2000 and 2003.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Gas | 17–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,630–$4,080 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,630–$4,080 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $3,440–$4,080 | First year |
What the 2003 Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$287
$3,440 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.73
Per 100 miles
$22.93
Five years
$17,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$640less a year
Class median $4,080 a year, MY2003
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Isuzu Rodeo MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,630 to $3,440, $190 less.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
2002 Isuzu Rodeo MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,630–$4,080/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,630.
Gas configurations (11)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
Show 1 more configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
2001 Isuzu Rodeo MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,630–$4,080/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 18 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,630, $190 more.
Gas configurations (11)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
Show 1 more configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Sport 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
2000 Isuzu Rodeo MPG
16–19 MPG · $3,440–$4,080/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | RWD | 18 | 21 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Rodeo 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD: $4,680 in California and $3,000 in Texas, a $1,680 difference.
- California $4,680
- Washington $4,330
- New York $3,440
- Florida $3,250
- Texas $3,000
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2003 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2003
- 2004
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo get?
EPA rates the 2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo at 16–19 MPG combined across 36 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2003 Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD, is rated 19 MPG (18 city, 22 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo?
The Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 19 MPG, in 2000 and 2003. The lowest top rating, 18 MPG, was in 2001 and 2002.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2003 Isuzu Rodeo?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002 and 2003.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD costs about $3,440 a year. Across all 9 configurations the cost runs $3,440–$3,840 a year. That is a $400 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo 100 miles?
About $22.93 per 100 miles for the Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $22.93 and $25.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2003 Isuzu Rodeo more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD is rated 18 city and 22 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.
How does the 2003 Isuzu Rodeo compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Rodeo 2.2L 4-cyl RWD costs about $3,440 a year to fuel, $640 less than the class median of $4,080, and less than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 248 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2003, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2003 Isuzu Rodeo different from the 2002 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,630 to $3,440, $190 less. EPA lists 9 configurations for 2003 against 11 configurations for 2002. See the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo for that year.