Isuzu Faster

{{Short description|Pickup truck}} {{Use dmy dates|date=April 2022}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Isuzu Faster | image = Isuzu P'up -- 11-20-2011.jpg | caption = Second generation Isuzu P'up (U.S.) | manufacturer = [[Isuzu]] | aka = [[Chevrolet LUV]] | production = 1972–2002 | class = [[Compact pickup truck]] | predecessor = [[Isuzu Bellett#Wasp|Isuzu Wasp]] [[Holden WB]] (for Australia, since 1984) | successor = [[Isuzu D-Max]] [[Isuzu Hombre]] (North America) | layout = [[Front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout|Front-engine, rear-wheel drive]] [[Front-engine, four-wheel drive layout|Front-engine, four-wheel drive]] }}

The '''Isuzu Faster''' is a [[compact pickup truck]] that was manufactured and marketed by [[Isuzu]] between 1972 and 2002 over three generations. It was sold under myriad nameplates, most commonly they were marketed under their respective model codes: '''Isuzu KB''' for the first and second generations, '''TF''' for the third. In Japan, the "Faster" name was eventually supplanted by '''Rodeo'''. It was also marketed under a number of other brands from the General Motors portfolio. The Faster was succeeded worldwide by [[Isuzu D-Max]], except in Japan and [[North America]].

== {{anchor|first}} First generation (1972) == {{Infobox automobile | name = First generation | image = Chevrolet LUV 02.JPG | caption = Chevrolet LUV 2-door pickup (US) | aka = Isuzu Faster (Thailand) Isuzu KB Bedford KB [[Chevrolet LUV]] | production = 1972–1980 | assembly = Japan: [[Fujisawa, Kanagawa]] ([[Isuzu#Japan|Fujisawa Plant]]) Thailand: [[Isuzu#Thailand|Samrong, Samut Prakan]] Indonesia: [[Bekasi]], [[West Java Province|West Java]] Philippines: [[Dasmariñas]] (Pilipinas GM) | body_style = 2-door [[cab chassis]] 2-door [[pickup truck]] 4-door [[pickup truck]] | related = [[Isuzu Florian]] | predecessor = | successor = [[Chevrolet S-10]] | engine = {{Unbulleted list | 1.6 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G161]]'' [[Overhead valve engine|OHV]] [[inline-four engine|I4]] (gasoline) | 1.6 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G161Z]]'' I4 (gasoline) | 1.8 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G180Z]]'' I4 (gasoline) | 2.0 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu C engine|C190]]'' I4 (diesel) }} | transmission = {{Unbulleted list | 4-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] | 3-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]] }} | wheelbase = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) | {{convert|2995|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB) }} | length = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|4405|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) }} | weight = {{convert|1099-1290|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | width = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|1600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} }} }}

{{multiple image | align = left | direction = vertical | width = 200 | image1 = Chevrolet Luv 1600 Deluxe 1980.jpg | caption1 = 1980 Chevrolet LUV 2-door pickup (Chile) | image2 = Isuzu Faster Double Cab.jpg | caption2 = Double cab (4-door pickup) using [[Isuzu Florian]] rear doors }}

Isuzu of Japan introduced the ''KB20'' / ''25'' series Faster pickup in 1972. The regular [[wheelbase]] models were designated "20", while "25" referred to the longer version. Derived from the [[Isuzu Florian]], the Faster shared many components, including doors and the front-end assemblage. It served as a replacement for the [[Isuzu Bellett#Wasp|Isuzu Wasp]], a pickup version of the [[Isuzu Bellett|Bellett]] which preceded the Florian. Both single and twin headlamp front fascia designs were produced.

Due to the exterior dimensions, and engines offered were found to be in compliance with [[Vehicle size class#Japan|Japanese regulations]], the platform was classed in the favorable "compact" designation, and competed with other Japanese made products sold in Japan at the time.

In most export markets, Isuzu rebranded the Faster as the "Isuzu KB".<ref name=Ruiz>[[#Ruiz (1986)|Ruiz (1986)]], p. 131.</ref> However, the Faster was often distributed through [[General Motors]] (GM) retail channels and sold under the [[Chevrolet]] brand as the "[[Chevrolet LUV]]"—''LUV'' being an acronym for ''light utility vehicle''.<ref name = "Chevrolet Colorado History">{{cite web |url=http://www.edmunds.com/chevrolet/colorado/history.html |title=Chevrolet Colorado History |publisher=[[Edmunds.com|Edmunds]] |access-date=6 May 2011}}</ref> [[Bedford Vehicles|Bedford]], the European commercial vehicle subsidiary of GM also offered the vehicle under the "Bedford KB" name.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kolumbus.fi/makkesgarage/brochures/broch42.html |title=Bedford KB (KB25) brochure (Europe, left-hand drive) |publisher=[[Bedford Vehicles]] |access-date=9 October 2011}}</ref>

The Isuzu Faster used a traditional pickup truck chassis with a ladder frame and a [[leaf spring]] [[live axle]] rear suspension. At the front, the A-arm suspension used an [[independent suspension|independent configuration]]. The {{convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wheelbase was similar to its competitors, as was the {{convert|1855|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} cargo bay. Unlike for the preceding [[Isuzu Bellett#Wasp|Wasp]], there was also a long wheelbase version (''KB25'') which had {{convert|2995|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} between the axles, which made for a {{convert|2290|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} bed.<ref name="KBandKBD">{{citation |title=The Isuzu KB pick-up. More than ever, ''Your'' kind of pick-up. For ''your'' kind of work |publisher=Isuzu Motors Limited |date=December 1977 |page=8 |location=Tokyo |id=E781-KB/KBD}}</ref>

In 1978, a [[four-wheel drive]] version became available, with the ''KB40'' chassis code but sold under the "Faster Rodeo" label in Japan. There was also a double cab (on the longer chassis) version. Sales ended in 1980 when the second generation was introduced. The engine used in most markets was a carbureted {{convert|1584|cc|L|1|order=flip|adj=on|sp=us}} gasoline [[SOHC]] inline-four of {{convert|94|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}, which was complemented by a {{convert|1951|cc|L|1|order=flip|adj=on|sp=us}} diesel four (''KBD'') which produced {{convert|62|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}. Top speeds were {{convert|145|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|115|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} for the gasoline and diesel versions respectively.<ref name="KBandKBD"/> In Japan, an overhead valve engine (G161) was fitted originally; this produces {{convert|84|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}} for a {{convert|135|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} top speed.<ref name=Catvol20>{{citation | ref = JAMA20 | title = 自動車ガイドブック: Japanese motor vehicles guide book 1973/1974 | language = ja | volume = 20 | date = 1973-10-30 | publisher = [[Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association]] | location = Japan | page = 230 }}</ref>

;Australia [[Holden|General Motors-Holden]] imported the Faster into Australia from November 1972 under the name "[[Chevrolet LUV]]", renaming it "Isuzu KB" in 1977 before it was replaced in December 1980 by the second generation model (badged "[[Holden Rodeo]]").<ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 279">[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "KB Rodeo: December 1980 to August 1988"; "GM-H had been importing light and heavy Isuzu trucks from Japan since the early 1970s. First of these was the Isuzu KB utility, sold as the Chevrolet LUV (Light utility Vehicle). The reputation and recognition of this little utility grew over time until in 1977, the Chevrolet name was deleted and the Isuzu nameplate was used instead. Late in 1980, KB received a major <s>facelift</s> [redesign]. With new sheetmetal, the opportunity was taken to re-badge the car yet again – this time as Holden Rodeo."</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/carfamilytree?ReadForm&make=Holden&model=Rodeo |title=Holden Rodeo – Used Car Research |work=GoAuto |publisher=John Mellor |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121022110613/http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/carfamilytree?ReadForm&make=Holden&model=Rodeo |url-status=dead |archive-date=22 October 2012}}</ref><ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)">{{cite web |url=http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/carfamilytree?ReadForm&ID=58B06F1218E46D34CA25712B000D2DBA |title=Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility) |work=GoAuto |publisher=John Mellor |access-date=8 May 2011 |archive-date=20 October 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121020190850/http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/carfamilytree?ReadForm&ID=58B06F1218E46D34CA25712B000D2DBA |url-status=dead }}</ref> Holden launched the LUV in Australia with the 1.6-liter inline-four gasoline engine delivering approximately {{convert|50|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} of power and {{convert|110|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque.<ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)"/> Gaining an early reputation for reliability and durability, these original rear-wheel drive models featured a four-speed manual transmission, short-wheelbase construction, and circa {{convert|1000|kg|lb|abbr=on}} payload capacity.<ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)"/>

An update in 1978 expanded the LUV range—now comprising the short-wheelbase ''KB20'' model, the new long-wheelbase ''KB25'' and the four-wheel drive ''KB40'' short-wheelbase.<ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)"/> These ''KB25'' and ''KB40'' variants were offered in both cab chassis and utility (pickup) body styles and could be specified with the 1.6-liter gasoline engine or the newly available 1.95-liter inline-four diesel.<ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)"/> The diesel produced {{convert|45|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|113|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name = "Holden Rodeo (Isuzu Utility)"/>

;North America Responsibility of sales in North America was delegated to General Motors. Thus, the Isuzu was retailed via [[Chevrolet]] dealerships as the "Chevrolet LUV". The only engine was a {{convert|1817|cc|L|1|order=flip|adj=on|sp=us}} [[SOHC]] [[inline-four engine|inline-four]] which produced {{convert|75|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}.

Sales in the [[United States]] began in March 1972 as a response to the [[Datsun Truck|Datsun]] and [[Toyota Hilux|Toyota]] pickup trucks, as well as [[Ford Motor Company|Ford's]] [[Mazda]]-built [[Mazda B-Series#Ford Courier|Courier]].<ref name = "Chevrolet Colorado History"/> To circumvent the 25 percent tariff on [[light trucks]] (known as the [[chicken tax]]), LUVs were imported in [[cab chassis]] configuration, which included the entire light truck, less the cargo box or truck bed and were only subject to a 4 percent tariff.<ref>{{cite web |last=Ikenson |first=Daniel |date=18 June 2003 |url=http://object.cato.org/sites/cato.org/files/pubs/pdf/tbp-017.pdf |title=Ending the 'Chicken War': The Case for Abolishing the 25 Percent Truck Tariff |publisher=[[Cato Institute]] |access-date=13 April 2016}}</ref> Subsequently, a truck bed would be attached to the chassis and the vehicle could be sold as a light truck.

The LUV's exterior was updated slightly for the 1974 model year, but the first major update came in the 1976 model year, when a three-speed [[automatic transmission]] option and front [[disc brake]]s were added. Power was up to {{convert|80|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} for 1977, and sales continued to rise. An exterior refresh and the addition of a {{convert|2285|mm|in|0|abbr=on}} cargo bay option, with longer {{convert|2995|mm|in|0|abbr=on}} wheelbase, brought sales up to 71,145 in 1978. The addition of four-wheel drive for 1979 brought the LUV to the attention of ''[[Motor Trend]]'' magazine, and earned it their second "[[Motor Trend Car of the Year|Truck of the Year]]" award. The LUV was the first four-wheel-drive minitruck available and set a new trend.<ref name=puptest>{{cite magazine | magazine = [[Autoweek]] | last = Gandy | first = Jim | page = 24 | date = 1982-05-03 | title = Life with the P'UP | issn = 0192-9674 | volume = 32 | number = 18 | publisher = Crain Press Inc. }}</ref> Sales peaked at 100,192. {{clear}}

== {{anchor|second}} Second generation (1980) == {{Infobox automobile | name = Second generation | image = Chevy LUV second gen.jpg | caption = 1981–1982 Chevrolet LUV 2-door pickup (US) | aka = {{ubl | Isuzu KB | Isuzu Faster-Z (Thailand) | Isuzu P'up | Bedford KB | [[Chevrolet LUV]] | Chevrolet Stallion (Indonesia) | [[Holden Rodeo]] | Holden Lincah/Raider (Indonesia)<ref name=MML1>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mobilmotorlama.com/2016/06/holden-lincah-holden-raider.html| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201001182230/https://www.mobilmotorlama.com/2016/06/holden-lincah-holden-raider.html | archive-date = 2020-10-01 | title= Holden Lincah/Holden Raider |date = 2016-06-26 | language = id | work = Mobilmotorlama | first = Charis | last = Alfan }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://budisurakarta.blogspot.com/2018/09/lincah-mobnas-bagus-yang-gagal-karena.html|title= Embrio Mobil Nasional yang gagal: "Lincah" mobnas bagus yang gagal karena kendala penjualan | trans-title = Failed Embryo of a National Car: "Lincah" was a good car which failed due to sales constraints | language = id |first=Santosa Budi|last=Raharja|date=September 24, 2018}}</ref> }} | production = 1980–1988 1980–1994 (Indonesia and Latin America) | assembly = Japan: [[Fujisawa, Kanagawa]] ([[Isuzu#Japan|Fujisawa Plant]]) Colombia: [[GM Colmotores|Bogotá]] Chile: [[General Motors de Chile|Arica]] New Zealand: [[Trentham, New Zealand|Trentham]] Thailand: [[Isuzu#Thailand|Samrong, Samut Prakan]] Philippines: [[Dasmariñas]] (Pilipinas GM) Indonesia: [[Bekasi]], [[West Java]] (until 1994) [[Surabaya]], [[East Java]] (Holden Lincah/Raider) | body_style = 2-door [[cab chassis]] 2-door [[pickup truck]] 2-door [[pickup truck]] (''Space Cab'') 3/5-door [[SUV]] 4-door [[pickup truck]] (''Crew Cab'') | engine = {{Unbulleted list | '''Gasoline''': | 1.6 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G161Z]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]] | 1.6 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZA1]]'' I4 | 1.8 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G180Z]]'' I4 | 1.8 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZB1]]'' I4 | 2.0 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G200Z]]'' I4 | 2.3 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZD1]]'' I4 | '''Diesel''': | 2.0 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu C engine|C190]]'' I4 | 2.2 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu C engine|C223]]'' I4 | 2.5 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4JA1|4JA1]]'' I4 }} | transmission = | weight = {{convert|1099-1450|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | wheelbase = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) | {{convert|2995|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB) }} | predecessor = [[Holden WB]] (Australia, since 1984) | length = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|4425|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) | {{convert|4860|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB) }} | width = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|1600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} }} }}

The second generation was more commonly marketed worldwide under the Isuzu label (either as the "Isuzu KB" or just plain "Pick Up"). It continued to use the "Rodeo" suffix for the four-wheel drives. The second generation model was the first Isuzu pickup offered in three cab styles: single cab, double cab and "Space Cab" ("Sports Cab" in some markets). Although it had received a completely new body, its chassis remained the same as its predecessor. Sales in the UK continued as the Bedford KB.

This generation was not shared with the GM North American [[GM GMT platform#GMT 325/330|GMT325]] platform, which replaced the North American Chevrolet LUV in 1982.

===Australia===

[[Holden]] in Australia distributed the second generation Isuzu Faster between January 1981 and August 1988 as the first generation or ''KB'' series "[[Holden Rodeo]]", for which production started in December 1980.<ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 279"/><ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 280">[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 280. {| class="wikitable" ! KB Rodeo ! Released |- | Initial release || Jan-81 |- | 1983 upgrade || Dec-82 |- | 1984 upgrade || Feb-84 |- | 1985 upgrade || Jul-85 |- | 1986 upgrade || Mar-86 |- | 1987 upgrade || Apr-87 |}</ref> Early KBs were fitted with circular [[headlamp]]s and a horizontal four-bar [[Grille (car)|grille]], but a 1983 model year facelift in December 1982 brought rectangular lamps with a 12-port grille insert as well as restyled [[wing mirror|side mirrors]].<ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 280"/><ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279–280. "These early series Rodeos could be identified by: the simple horizontal-slat grille design, round headlamps and central Holden lion logo."; "In late 1982, Rodeo received a facelift with a bold new twelve-segment grille and rectangular headlights."</ref>

At launch, [[Holden]] made the Rodeo available in utility ([[Pickup truck|pickup]]) and [[cab chassis]] body variants in both rear- (LWB) and four-wheel drive (SWB) layouts. All models featured a floor- or column-mounted four-speed [[synchromesh]] manual transmission coupled with the 1.6-liter gasoline or 2.0-liter diesel engines.<ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "Initially, Rodeo was sold in utility (pick-up) and cab chassis body styles, with a choice of two or four-wheel drive. All versions were offered with a 1600cc petrol or 2000cc diesel powerplant. The transmission was a 4-speed all-synchro manual gearbox with floor or column shift."</ref> The 1983 model year update increased these [[engine displacement|displacements]] to 1.8- and 2.2-liters, respectively. At the same time a new upmarket "LS" model was issued (coded ''KB28''), fitted with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and five-speed manual.<ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "Tagged the 1983 year model, it featured increased basic engine capacities – 1800cc petrol and 2200cc diesel. The upmarket LS model (coded KB28) has a 2000cc petrol engine, coupled to a 5-speed manual transmission."</ref> For the 1984 year model, beginning in February 1984, the 2.0-liter became the base gasoline engine.<ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "The next update was the 1984 model released in February of that year, with further model proliferation. The 2000 cc petrol engine became the base powerplant and the 2200 cc diesel remained the option."</ref>

With the demise of the [[Holden WB]] in 1984, the Rodeo became the only pickup and chassis cab vehicle available from Holden (until the arrival of the car-based [[Holden Utility (VG)|Holden VG Utility]] in 1990). The 1985 model from July the same year<ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 280"/> signaled another facelift, the release of the two-door ''Space Cab'' body style, the debut of a new 2.3-liter gasoline engine, and the deletion of the four-speed manual and column-shift selector (making the floor-mounted five-speed manual standard).<ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "With yet another facelift, the 1985 model range was broadened to include the Space Cab – a 2-door utility with a slightly extended cabin, providing extra storage space behind the seats. Also for 1985, a new 2.3-liter petrol engine was added to the range. [...] In 1985, the 4-speed manual gearbox and column-shift selector were deleted. All Rodeos now had a 5-speed floor-shift manual transmission as standard."</ref> From March 1986 (1986 model year), the 2.3-liter became the standard gasoline engine and in April the subsequent year, the 1987 models obtained a final facelift with an open rectangular grille design and optional [[power steering]].<ref name = "Bebbington (2009), p. 280"/><ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 279. "In 1986, the range was altered again, with the 2.3-liter petrol engine now fitted as standard equipment across the board. The following year, the KB series Rodeo received its final facelift, identified by the distinctive open rectangular grille design."</ref><ref>[[#Bebbington (2009)|Bebbington (2009)]], p. 280. "Power steering available from 1987".</ref>

Versions with unique local specifications were assembled in New Zealand at GM's [[Trentham, New Zealand|Trentham]] assembly plant. These were also badged as Holdens.

===Europe=== The second generation KB was introduced in many European markets, not only [[United Kingdom|Britain]], as the '''Bedford KB'''. In subsequent years continental markets saw a switch to Isuzu badging as General Motors stopped using the [[Vauxhall Motors|Vauxhall]] and [[Bedford Vehicles|Bedford]] brands outside of the United Kingdom.<ref name=TV218240>{{cite magazine | title = Pickup för skogsfolk | trans-title = Pickup for the forest dwellers | ref = TVn21 | language = sv | magazine = [[Teknikens Värld]] | publisher = Specialtidningsförlaget AB | location = Stockholm, Sweden | page = 40 | date = 1982-10-06 | issue = 21 | volume = 34 | first = Björn | last = Sundfeldt }}</ref> It was called by the model code, Specifications and trims varied depending on market needs, but most received the 1.6-liter [[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu G engine|G161Z]] petrol engine with a twin carburettor and {{convert|80|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}, or the 2-liter [[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu C engine|C190]] diesel inline-four with {{convert|54.5|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}. Two-wheel-drives were also available on a long wheelbase not offered in combination with four-wheel-drive.<ref name=AG941>{{cite journal | ref = AG94 | journal = De AutoGids | number = 94 | volume = 4 | pages = 44–45 | title = Dossier Pick-up | trans-title = The pickup file | first = Stany | last = Meurer | language = nl-be | date = 1983-04-28 | publisher = Uitgeverij Auto-Magazine | location = Brussels, Belgium }}</ref>

===North America===

The United States continued to receive the Faster under the "Chevrolet LUV" name for the second generation, introduced in 1980 for the 1981 model year. The [[Petrol engine|gasoline engine]] remained the same, but the LUV was now available with an Isuzu ''C223'' diesel engine making {{convert|58|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 4300 rpm and {{convert|93|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 2200 rpm. This new engine gave the rear-wheel drive diesel LUV a fuel economy rating of {{convert|33|mpgus|L/100 km|abbr=on}} city / {{convert|44|mpgus|L/100 km|abbr=on}} highway.

After the 1982 model year, General Motors stopped selling the Chevrolet LUV (although many '82s lingered on dealer lots into the next year) in the United States in favor of their own [[Chevrolet S-10|S-10]] compact pickup. Meanwhile, Isuzu had sold their version in parallel with the LUV since their 1981 entry to the US market, under the name "Isuzu P'up" (short for "pickup"). Isuzu's version received another grille and other differences to set it apart from the LUV, not the least of which is the giant "ISUZU" block letters on the tailgate.<ref name="puptest" /> The P'up received the same engines as the LUV; either an {{convert|80|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 1.8-liter gasoline inline-four (''G180Z'') or a 2.2-liter diesel version with {{convert|58|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} (''C223''). Four-wheel drive was available with either engine but only in short-wheelbase form,<ref>[[#Lamm (1981)|Lamm (1981)]], p. 108.</ref> though some 4WD long-wheelbase diesel are known to exist, possibly dealer-installed or aftermarket conversions. Because of technology-sharing agreement between GM and Isuzu, the diesel was also offered with the LUV's [[Chevrolet S-10|replacement]] until 1985. Later, the gasoline engine was upgraded to Isuzu's 1.95-liter four and a turbodiesel version was added, with the turbo standard on diesel-engined 4WD models.<ref name=PTBG87>{{Cite magazine | url = https://books.google.com/books?id=0OMDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA98 |title = Pickup Trucks Buyers' Guide | magazine = Popular Mechanics | first = Steve | last = Parker | publisher = Hearst Magazines | page = 98 | date = August 1986}}</ref>

For 1987, the P'up gained a "Spacecab" extended cab model.<ref name=PTBG87/> This was only available in LS or Deluxe trim. Also new was the option of a 2.3-liter gasoline four (standard on 4WDs).<ref name=PTBG87/> Production for the Mexican and Latin American markets did not end until 1994.

===South America=== As with North America, the Isuzu KB was generally issued under the name "Chevrolet LUV" in South America. Manufactured in [[GM Colmotores|Colombia]] from Japanese [[complete knock down]] (CKD) sets, these models entered production in 1980 to be exported to other South American countries, continuing on until the release of the ''TF'' series in 1988. At the start, the versions assembled were the ''K-26'' and ''K-28''. It was offered with a 1584 cc (''G161Z'') engine.<ref name="Motor">{{Cite web|url=https://www.motor.com.co/actualidad/lanzamientos/apreciada-luv-chevrolet-carros-queridos-colombia/19891|title=La apreciada LUV de Chevrolet, en 'Los carros más queridos de Colombia'|first=Casa Editorial El|last=Tiempo|website=Revista Motor|access-date=28 February 2021|archive-date=21 September 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210921112851/https://www.motor.com.co/actualidad/lanzamientos/apreciada-luv-chevrolet-carros-queridos-colombia/19891|url-status=dead}}</ref> It was also offered a (''C190'') diesel version of 1951 cc and {{convert|62|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="GM Arica">[http://www.elmostrador.cl/noticias/pais/2008/07/31/despues-34-anos-general-motor-cierra-planta-ensambladora-de-arica/ ''Después 34 años General Motor cierra planta ensambladora de Arica'' / History General Motore Chile] {{in lang|es}}/ Accessed on 04/25/2018</ref> This model of the Isuzu KB only was assembled in [[:es:GM Chile|Chile]] via CKD kits from Japanese origin.<ref name="GM Arica" />

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== {{anchor|TF|third}} Third generation (TF; 1988) == {{Infobox automobile | name = Third generation | image = Isuzu TF pickup Euro specification.jpg | caption = Isuzu TF 4-door pickup (Italy) | aka = Isuzu Rodeo (Japan and Thailand; 4WD only) Isuzu Dragon Eyes (Thailand; 1998–2000) Isuzu Super Dragon Eyes (Thailand; 1999–2000) Isuzu Dragon Power (Thailand; 2000–2002) Isuzu Fuego (Philippines) Isuzu Invader (Malaysia) Isuzu Ippon (Israel) Isuzu KB (South Africa) Isuzu Pickup (North America) Isuzu TF Isuzu TFR (Thailand) Isuzu TT Fortigo [[Chevrolet LUV]] Chevrolet T-Series (Egypt) [[Holden Rodeo]] Honda Tourmaster (Thailand) Opel Campo Vauxhall Brava (United Kingdom) Bedford Brava (United Kingdom) [[Foton SUP]] (China) Jinbei Jindian SY10 (China) JiangLing Baodian (China) JiangLing Hunter (Philippines) Winnerway ZH6500/ZH1021LU2 (China) Xinkai Century (China) Autorrad Century (China) GMC Dragon (Mexico; 1996–2001) GMC Invader (Mexico; 1998–2002) GMC LUV (Middle East) | assembly = Japan: [[Fujisawa, Kanagawa]] ([[Isuzu#Japan|Fujisawa Plant]]) Chile: [[General Motors de Chile|GM Chile Arica Plant]] China: [[Beijing]] ([[Foton Motor|Foton]]), [[Shenyang]] ([[Jinbei (marque)|Jinbei]]), [[Chongqing]] ([[Qingling Motors|Qingling]]), [[Nanchang]] ([[Jiangling Motors|Jiangling]]) Colombia: [[GM Colmotores|GM Colmotores Bogotá Plant]] Philippines: [[Dasmariñas]] (1989–1992), [[Biñan, Laguna|Biñan]] (1992–2005) ([[Isuzu Philippines|IPC]])<ref>{{cite web |url=http://car-cat.com/firm-875.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110223143303/http://car-cat.com/firm-875.html |url-status=usurped |archive-date=23 February 2011 |title=Isuzu. Isuzu in the Philippines |publisher=Car-cat.com |access-date=25 July 2010}}</ref> Portugal: [[Vendas Novas]] ([[:de:Isuzu Truck (UK)|ITUK]]) Thailand: [[Isuzu#Thailand|Samrong, Samut Prakan]] Tunisia: [[Kairouan]] ([[:de:Industries Mécaniques Maghrébines|IMM]]) United States: [[Lafayette, Indiana]] | production = 1988–2002 1992–2017 (China) | body_style = 2-door [[pickup truck]] 2-door [[pickup truck]] (''Space Cab'') 4-door [[pickup truck]] (''Crew Cab'') | engine = 2.0 L ''[[Mitsubishi Sirius engine|4G63]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] (China - Jiangling) 2.2 L [[Inline-four engine|I4]] (China - Jinbei) 2.2 L 115 hp (85 kW) [[GM Family II engine#C22NE|C22NE / 22LE]] [[Inline-four engine|I4]] 2.3 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4ZD1|4ZD1]]'' I4 2.4 L I4 (China - Jiangling) 2.5 L ''4ZE3'' I4 (China - Qingling Isuzu) 2.6 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZE1]]'' I4 2.5 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4JA1|4JA1-T]]'' 2.1 L [[Turbodiesel|td]] I4 (China - Jinbei) 2.2 L [[Turbodiesel|td]] I4 (China - Jinbei) 2.4 L [[Turbodiesel|td]] I4 (China - Jinbei) 2.8 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4JB1|4JB1-T]]'' [[Turbodiesel|td]] I4 3.0 L ''4HK1-TC1'' [[Turbodiesel|td]] I4 (China - Qingling Isuzu) 3.0 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4JH1|4JH1-T]]'' 3.1 L ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4JG2|4JG2-T]]'' td I4 3.1 L ''[[General Motors 60° V6 engine#LG6|LG6]]'' [[V6]] 3.2 L ''[[Isuzu V engine#6VD1|6VD1]]'' [[V6]] "2.5.L 2500 cc Isuzu C240 (Diesel) (China) | transmission = 4-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]] 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] | related = [[Isuzu Wizard]] (first generation) [[Isuzu Panther]] | weight = {{convert|1295-1698|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | wheelbase = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|2680|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) | {{convert|3025|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB) }} | length = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|4425|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB) | {{convert|4940|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB) | {{convert|6150|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Rodeo Camper)<ref>{{cite web |title=Isuzu Rodeo 4WD Diesel Camper |url=https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/isuzu-rodeo-4wd-diesel-camper.232797/ |website=Expeditional Portal |date=24 May 2022 |access-date=13 August 2022 |archive-date=7 January 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230107171616/https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/isuzu-rodeo-4wd-diesel-camper.232797/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> }} | width = {{Unbulleted list | {{convert|1690|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} }} }}

For the third generation (''TF''), introduced in 1988, the domestic Japanese lineup was divided into two, with the "Faster" label used on [[rear-wheel drive]] versions with four-wheel drives now sold as the '''Isuzu Rodeo'''. [[Isuzu Rodeo|Rodeo]] became the name used in most markets for this car, but the profusion of labels for different markets continued. Versions sold in the Americas were called '''Isuzu Pickup''' and '''Chevrolet LUV'''. In the United Kingdom, the pickup was called '''Isuzu TF''' and also '''Bedford Brava''' from 1988 until 1991 when the Bedford brand was dropped and it became the '''Vauxhall Brava'''. The Isuzu was also sold in mainland Europe along with the '''Opel Campo'''. This Opel branding was also utilized in the Middle East, parts of North Africa and some Asian countries.

'''Holden Rodeo''' was the only name used in Australasia, with the '''Isuzu KB''' name used in South Africa and some other markets. The names '''Isuzu Faster-Z''', '''Isuzu TFR''', and '''Honda Tourmaster''' were used in Thailand. A Thai-market SUV based on the TF was sold as the Thairung Adventure, produced in [[knock-down kit|semi-knocked-down]] by [[Thai Rung Union Car]]. Names used in other markets include: '''Chevrolet T-Series''' (Egypt), '''Isuzu Ippon''' (Israel), '''Isuzu Fuego''' (Philippines), and as the '''Isuzu Invader''' in the north-eastern parts of Malaysia (Sabah). License built copies have been sold as the '''Jinbei SY10''' series, '''Foton Aoling T-Series''' in China, where the car has served as a basis for innumerable local copies, authorized and unauthorized.

In Japan, two-wheel drive versions were called "Isuzu Faster", with the "Rodeo" name reserved for four-wheel drive units. In 1992, an updated version of the [[List of Isuzu engines#4JB1|4JB1]] 2.8-litre turbodiesel with direct injection was introduced; while the original 2.8 has {{convert|100|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}}, the direct-injected version offered {{convert|110|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 3,600 rpm and {{convert|23.0|kgm|Nm lbft|abbr=on}} of torque at 2,300 rpm. Japanese sales ended in 1994 without replacement, although export markets continued to receive the vehicle until replaced by the [[Isuzu D-Max|D-Max]] from 2002.

Isuzu Japan had '''Yokohama Motor Sales''' manufacture from 1990 to 1993 a 4 berth camper on the [[Isuzu Rodeo|Isuzu Rodeo TFS55H]] chassis platform. This was the popular 4WD version which gave offroad accessibility and comfort. This option only came in the 2.8 litre 4JB1T engine option and 5 Speed manual with low/high transferbox. There was no automatic options offered.

<gallery widths ="200" heights ="140"> File:Isuzu Rodeo Camper.jpg|1998 Isuzu Rodeo LWB Camper TFS55H </gallery>

The TF series received a facelift in 1997. Styling was changed, with a more rounded look at the front, and a new-look dash similar to that used in the 1995 to 1997 model [[Isuzu Wizard]]. In China, where the TF is still built by Isuzu's local joint venture partner [[Qingling Motors]], it received a second facelift at the beginning of 2015.

===Australia===

Holden introduced the ''TF'' series into Australia in 1988, branded as the Holden Rodeo, following on from the name of the previous Isuzu based light truck sold by the brand in Australia. The Holden Rodeo was initially available with a 2.6-liter {{convert|88|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} inline-four. A 2.8-liter {{convert|74|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} [[turbodiesel]] was introduced soon after. Body styles offered were a two-door single cab, a two-door ''SpaceCab'', with space for two small jump-seats (rarely if ever fitted in Australia) behind the front passengers, and a four-door ''Crewcab'', with space for the driver and four passengers. Several trim levels were available, which included DX (base model), LX (mid-range RWD, top of the 4WD range) and LT (top of the range, only available as an RWD petrol Crewcab).

The facelifted 1997 (1998 model year) Holden Rodeo came with a new trim level, LT Sport, available as a four-wheel ''Crewcab'' only. Airbags for the driver and front passenger also became an option. By 1998 the 2.6-liter engine was discontinued and a new engine was offered, a 3.2-liter {{convert|140|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} V6. This engine was available in both rear- and four-wheel-drive. The rear-wheel-drive version had the same chassis, and thus ride-height as the four-wheel-drive, but without the transfer case and front axle. The 3.2-liter V6 was the most powerful engine in a [[pickup truck]] in Australia until it was replaced in 2003 by the new look Rodeo based on the [[Isuzu D-Max]]. Accordingly, this engine was the most popular engine in the Rodeo, and the Rodeo sold very well overall, near the sales numbers of the [[Toyota Hilux]], traditionally the best-selling commercial vehicle in Australia.

The Holden Rodeo was updated once again in 2001 for the 2002 model year, with a new diesel engine, a 3.1-liter {{convert|96|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} [[fuel injection#Direct injection systems|direct injection]] [[intercooled]] [[turbodiesel]]. The update was also accompanied by minor styling changes, such as clear indicator lenses, and a different grille.

===Europe=== In Europe, the Isuzu was sold as the TF alongside the rebadged "Opel Campo". It was also sold as the "Isuzu Campo." In the United Kingdom "Bedford Brava" badging was used rather than Opel. When the Bedford brand was retired, it was rebadged as a Vauxhall. These received the same updates as did the Isuzu TF in general markets, and a variety of body styles were available, usually coupled with diesel engines.

===North America=== In North America, the ''TF'' series appeared in 1988 as simply the "Isuzu Pickup". Produced at [[Lafayette, Indiana]], Isuzu continued on with the TF until 1996 when it was finally replaced with the [[Isuzu Hombre|Hombre]] (a badged-engineered [[Chevrolet S-10]]). The only engines available were the {{convert|96|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 2.3-liter [[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZD1]], the {{convert|120|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} 2.6-liter [[List of Isuzu engines#Isuzu Z engine|4ZE1]] and the GM 3.1-liter V-6 (designation LG6) producing {{convert|120|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|170|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} for the 1991–1994 model years.<ref>[[General Motors 60° V6 engine#Generation I]]</ref> The 2.3-liter version holds the distinction of becoming the last [[carburetor|carbureted]] passenger vehicle sold new in the United States (1994 model year). There was also a heavier, work oriented one-tonne model available.<ref name=SSiegel>{{cite magazine | magazine = Fleet Owner | title = The New Models for 1991: Light Trucks | date = July 1990 | publisher = FM Business Publications | volume = 85 | number = 7 | last = Siegel | first = Stewart | page = 61 }}</ref> The truck continued to be sold in Mexico, and Latin America until production ended in 2016.

===South America=== As with the previous ''KB'' series generation, South American markets again received the ''TF'' models under the "[[Chevrolet LUV]]" name. The Chilean assembling works began in 1982,<ref name="GM Arica" /> meanwhile in Colombia commenced in 1989,<ref name="Chevrolet Luv 2.3">[http://www.eltiempo.com/archivo/documento/MAM-481750 ''La Historia Paso A Paso 1989 Se Lanza el pick-up Chevrolet Luv 2.3'' / The History Step by Step. 1989 - The Chevrolet Luv 2.3 pick-up is launched] (in Spanish) / Accessed on 04/25/2018</ref> In the assembling process, the local parts usage percentage was high and important for the LUV manufacturing process. In Chile it has to reach 40% percent domestic parts content, meanwhile in Colombia exceeded 70%.<ref name="Luv En Colombia">''Los Carros Más Queridos De Colombia - Historia de la Camioneta Chevrolet Luv en Colombia - Revista 1995'' / The Most Loved Cars in Colombia - History of the Chevrolet Luv Pickup Truck in Colombia - Magazine 1995 - (in Spanish)/ Accessed on 04/25/2018</ref>

A successful export program beginning in Chile in 1980s to the [[Andean Community|Andean Community countries]]: [[Bolivia]], [[Ecuador]] and [[Venezuela]]; and in 1993 began the exports from Chilean assembled units (in the SpaceCab model only) to Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, Mexico, Uruguay, Paraguay, Colombia, and Venezuela.<ref name=" GM Arica" /> In total, more than 220,000 units were produced only in Chile, and more than 300.000 in Colombia. From 1999 and to little success, [[Thai Rung Union Car]] supplied the Chevrolet plant in [[Arica]], Chile with the unique body panels from their "Isuzu Grand Adventure" model to make the ''[[Chevrolet Rodeo|Chevrolet Grand Adventure]]'' and the "Chevrolet Grand LUV". The Grand Adventure was a wagon version of the ''TF'' series pickup.

By the late 1980s, supplementary assembly began in [[Quito]], Ecuador by [[:es:General Motors OBB|Omnibus BB Transportes (now General Motors Ecuador)]] with a 1.6-liter inline-four cylinder engine, making {{convert|80|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}.

In October 2005; was ceased the Isuzu Faster Chilean manufacture. In Colombia, the Isuzu Faster has ceased its production in 2010. The last Faster rolled off the assembly line on May 8, 2010. In both countries, the Isuzu Faster was replaced by the [[Isuzu D-Max]], these firsts units were assembled only in Ecuador and later from vehicles coming from Thailand (2014 onwards).

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== References == {{Reflist|2}}

=== Bibliography === * {{cite book |last=Bebbington |first=Terry |year=2009 |title=60 Years of Holden |location=[[Padstow, New South Wales]] |publisher=[[Haynes Manual]]s |isbn=978-1-876953-58-4 |ref=Bebbington (2009)}} * {{cite magazine |last=Lamm |first=Michael |date=July 1981 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=59gDAAAAMBAJ |title=Driving the Isuzu I-Mark and P'up |magazine=[[Popular Mechanics]] |location=[[New York City]] |ref=Lamm (1981)}} * {{cite book |last=Ruiz |first=Marco |title='The Complete History of the Japanese Car: 1907 to the Present |publisher=ERVIN srl |location=Rome |year=1986 |isbn=0-517-61777-3 |ref=Ruiz (1986)}}

== External links == {{commons category}} * [http://www.luvtruck.com/ LUVTruck.com — Chevrolet LUV information and history]

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