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2008 Ascender 5-Passenger S Sport Utility Safety Ratings

This Soft Top SUV was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 Isuzu Ascender 5-Passenger S Sport Utility Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)
Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
3 of 5 1.17 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings
Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 3 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 4 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data
Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 590 HIC 61g 1194lbs | 1258lbs
Passenger's Side 647 HIC 46g 920lbs | 632lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 29 41
Rear Occupant 28 38

2008 Ascender 5-Passenger S Sport Utility Safety Features
• Electronic Stability Control• 4-Wheel ABS• Traction Control
• Daytime Running Lights• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Adjustable Upper Belt - Rear
• Pretensioner• Energy Management Feature• Integrated Saftey Belt
• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Head Airbag - Front
• Rear Seat Head Restraint• Trunk Release• Tire Pressure Monitor
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