Isuzu Stylus
The Isuzu Stylus was a compact car that was produced by Isuzu from 1990 to 1993. It was based on the Geo Prizm, but it had a different front end and interior. Overall, the Isuzu Stylus was a stylish and practical car that was popular with young people. It was not as powerful or as practical as some rivals, but it was a good value for the money. The Isuzu Stylus represents a brief period in the early 1990s when Isuzu tried to compete in the compact sedan segment. While it may not have left a lasting impact, it serves as a testament to the brand’s diverse vehicle offerings before its shift towards utility vehicles.
Isuzu Stylus Overview
The Isuzu Stylus is a compact car that was produced by the Japanese automaker Isuzu in the early 1990s. It is a relatively lesser-known model in the Isuzu lineup, especially when compared to the brand’s more popular SUVs and trucks. The Stylus was in production from 1990 to 1993.
The Isuzu Stylus was essentially a sedan version of the Isuzu Gemini, which was a compact car co-developed by Isuzu and General Motors. This partnership led to several vehicles being shared between the two companies, with variations in branding and design. In North America, the Stylus was positioned as the sedan counterpart to the Isuzu Impulse (the sportier hatchback model).
Engine options for the Stylus included a range of four-cylinder units, with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants depending on the model year and trim. The car was offered in several trim levels, with the sportiest being the XS variant, which featured a more performance-oriented suspension setup and other sporty touches.
The Stylus was aimed at the compact sedan market, competing with cars like the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Nissan Sentra among others. While the Stylus was a competent vehicle for its time, it struggled to stand out in a crowded market segment dominated by heavyweights like Honda and Toyota. It was generally seen as a reliable and economical choice but didn’t manage to capture significant market share.
Isuzu Stylus Sales Figures
The Isuzu Stylus remains a lesser-known model in the broader compact car landscape of the early 1990s. However, it does hold significance as part of Isuzu’s broader effort to establish a foothold in the passenger car market before the brand shifted its focus to SUVs and trucks.
Isuzu Stylus U.S Sales Data & Charts
US Annual Sales
| Year | Sales Units |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1,238 |
| 1991 | 10,143 |
| 1992 | 4,670 |
| 1993 | 1,592 |
| 1994 | 96 |
| 1995 | 15 |
