1987 Isuzu Trooper
US · Special Purpose Vehicles
The 1987 Isuzu Trooper is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT), 2.3L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT), 2.3L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.2 L to 2.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Manual | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
93E023000: TRAILER HITCHES
THE WELD ON THE RECEIVER UNIT OF THE TRAILER HITCH CAN BREAK.
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH.
Reported July 22, 1993. View on NHTSA
92V093000: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
TRUCKS USED IN THE SALT-BELT STATES CAN HAVE ACCUMULATED CORROSION IN THE HINGES OF THE REAR DOORS. IF THE VEHICLES ALSO HAVE MISALIGNED DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS, IT IS POSSIBLE TO CLOSE THE DOORS IN A "FALSE LATCH" CONDITION.
Remedy: CHECK THE DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS FOR CORRECT ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR IF NECESSARY; ALSO INSPECT REAR DOOR HINGES FOR CORROSION AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
Reported July 27, 1992. View on NHTSA
89V001000: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN A BOLT THAT FIXES THE HEATER TO THE VEHICLE BODY AND A FUEL DELIVERY PIPE AND BETWEEN A REAR HEATER HOSE CLIP, USE UNDER SERVERE CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE PIPE RUPTURE AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
Remedy: INSTALL NEW LINES AND A CLIP.
Reported December 4, 1989. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1986 Isuzu Trooper
Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)), 2.3L 4-cylinder, 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 1988 Isuzu Trooper
Gasoline
2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Isuzu Trooper have?
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)), 2.3L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Isuzu Trooper?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1987 Isuzu Trooper front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Isuzu Trooper?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.