Isuzu Unicab
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Unicab | |
Production period: | 1967-1974 |
Class : | SUV |
Body versions : | Pickup , convertible |
Engines: |
Petrol engines : 1.3–1.5 liters (43–? KW ) |
Length: | 3655 mm |
Width: | 1500 mm |
Height: | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase : | |
Empty weight : | 985 kg |
successor | Isuzu Rodeo |
The Isuzu Unicab (Japanese: Yunikyabu) was the first SUV that Isuzu produced. The model was first presented at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1966 and was offered on the domestic market from July 1967 at a price of ¥ 490,005. Initially it was powered by a 1.3-liter gasoline engine, which was later enlarged to 1.5 liters. The Unicab was initially only available as a pickup with 4 seats. In 1970 the model was offered with 2 side benches on the loading area, which increased the capacity to 8 seats. Shortly after the start of sales, the model was also offered with a convertible top and could now be used as a convertible . The windshield could be folded down, but this was no longer allowed due to new safety standards from 1970 and was changed in production. The Unicab was intended more for younger buyers as a recreational vehicle and for the city and therefore had no all-wheel drive . However, the concept for the Japanese domestic market was too early to attract buyers' sympathy. Accordingly, sales were low and production stopped in 1974. Six years later, Isuzu introduced an all-wheel drive SUV for the first time in 1980 with the Isuzu Faster Rodeo .
Web links
- Description of the Unicab on Gazoo (Japanese)
- Pictures and brochures (English)