CERRITOS, California -- Isuzu Motors America, Inc., today announced the pricing for its all-new 2006 Isuzu Pickups. The entry- level i-280 Extended Cab 4x2 will start at a manufacturer's suggested retail price of only $16,989 -- over $1,000 less than a comparably equipped 2006 Chevy Colorado.

The value-packed Isuzu i-280 Extended Cab 4x2 features a Vortec 2800 2.8-liter inline four-cylinder engine, a choice of five-speed manual or optional four-speed Hydra-Matic transmissions, and three available option packages:

• The Preferred Equipment Package, priced at only $699, includes rear jump seats with storage compartment; carpeted floor covering; cloth seat trim; AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player and more.


• The LS Package, with an M.S.R.P. of only $939, adds power windows, door locks and outside mirrors; keyless remote entry; upgraded seat fabric; body side moldings; and more.


• The Luxury Package, priced at only $1,569, offers limited slip rear differential; electronic traction control; head curtain side impact airbags; six-disc CD changer; leather-wrapped steering wheel; fog lamps; sliding rear window and more.

The flagship i-350 Crew Cab 4x4, with a base M.S.R.P. of $27,358, is powered by a Vortec 3500 3.5-liter inline five-cylinder engine mated to a four-speed Hydra-Matic transmission. The i-350 comes with all of the features in both the Preferred Equipment and LS Packages. As a result, amenities like AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player, full power, tilt, cruise and deluxe seat fabric are standard. Optional on the i-350:

• The Limited Package, with an M.S.R.P. of $1,839, includes leather- appointed interior trim; eight-way power heated driver's seat; six-way power heated passenger seat; six-disc CD changer; sliding rear window; and more.

All 2006 Isuzu Pickup owners will benefit from Isuzu's seven-year/75,000- mile Powertrain Limited Warranty and matching 24-hour roadside assistance coverage. These coverages are in addition to Isuzu's three-year/50,000-mile basic and six-year/100,000-mile perforation from corrosion warranties.