Car financing: 1990 Isuzu Impulse
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.0 to 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.0 to 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1990 Isuzu Impulse for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1990 Isuzu Impulse specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 212 g/km | 230 g/km | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.95 | $15.19 | $18.72 |
1990 Isuzu Impulse: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 29 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 29 | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,600 | US$2,800 | US$3,750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,790 | $3,038 | $3,744 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1990 Isuzu Impulse
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts (2), vehicle speed control (2) and electrical system (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92V091000 | 1992-07-06 | air bags | THE STEERING WHEEL CENTER HUB CAN FRACTURE DURING CERTAIN FRONTAL AND NEAR FRONTAL VEHICLE COLLISIONS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1990 Isuzu Impulse?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1990 Isuzu Impulse for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 1990 Isuzu Impulse for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
A buyer's checks
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts, vehicle speed control and electrical system; have those parts checked. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Specs, explained
The engine is the 1.6L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 9.0 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 27 litres of fuel. Driving 300 km costs roughly $41.85 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who it is for
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
How big it is
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA measures its luggage space at 311 litres, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Try before you buy
Drive the Impulse on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the Impulse for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Year and trim
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.95 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Your move
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1990 Isuzu Impulse from us first.
Ask us about the 1990 Isuzu Impulse
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1990 Isuzu Impulse for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1990 Isuzu Impulse
Does CarmaCars sell the 1990 Isuzu Impulse?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1990 Isuzu Impulse before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1990 Isuzu Impulse have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1990 Isuzu Impulse cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,600 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2790.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.