Holden Rodeo
Overview
Manufacturer	Holden
Production	1980–2008
Body and chassis
Class	Compact pickup truck
Body style	2-door regular cab 2-door regular cab SWB 2-door extended cab 4-door crew cab
Layout	Front-engine,rear-wheel drive/four-wheel drive
Chronology
Successor	Holden Colorado

TheHolden Rodeo is a utility vehicle (pickup truck) that was sold inAustralasia (Australia and New Zealand) byHolden. Introduced in 1980, the Rodeo was built byIsuzu over three generations.

Prior to the launch of the Holden Rodeo, Holden had imported the first generation Japanese marketIsuzu Faster into Australasia under the namesChevrolet LUV (1972–1977) and Isuzu LUV (1977–1980).^[1][2] At the Australasian release of the second generation Faster in December 1980, Holden once again introduced a new name—Holden Rodeo—assigning it the model codeKB and thus becoming the first generation Holden Rodeo.^[1][3]

Isuzu in Japan released the redesigned Faster in May 1988,^[4] adopted and issued by Holden in August 1988 as the second generationTF series Rodeo.^[5] The TF had several designations over its lifespan. TheR7 was the first major facelift, introduced in 1997, featuring a completely new bonnet, front quarter panels, and grille. This was the last Rodeo to have chrome bumpers. The R9 arrived later in 1998, which replaced the chrome bumper with plastic bumpers on all models. A V6 engine became available for the first time, which proved very popular. An optional driver's airbag became available for the first time in 2000. In 2001, Rodeos received updated tail lights with clear indicators, replacing the previous orange-coloured ones. Larger composite headlights replaced the previous rectangular sealed beams. A final update in 2002 saw the circular Holden logo appear on the grille, replacing the "Holden" lettering. The4JB1T turbo diesel engine proved popular in 4x4 models despite its rough idling characteristics.4JB1T in the 4x4 models was fuel efficient even with 4.55:1 differential ratios giving higher engine RPM at highway speeds. By the end of its use in theR9 the4JB1T reached Euro 2 emission standards. Later in theR9 lifespan the4JH1 was available as an option with more power (96KW) and higher gearing before it became the only diesel available in the all new RA due to the4J1BT's inability to meet emission standards.

Although Japanese sales of the Isuzu Faster ceased in October 1994,^[4] it remained in production until general exports began in June 2003 of its Thai-produced replacement, theIsuzu D-Max which launched in its home market of Thailand in May 2002.^[6] Australasian sales began in March 2003, earlier than other export markets, as the third generationRA series Holden Rodeo. At this point Holden retired the long-runningTF model.^[7] Holden maintained sales of theRA generation until rebranding the Rodeo asHolden Colorado in July 2008.^[8] This was a result of Holden losing the rights to the Rodeo name followingGeneral Motors split with Isuzu.^[9]

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  First generation (KB; 1980–1988)

  Main article:Isuzu Faster
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  Second generation (TF; 1988–2003)R7 2wd version shown

  Main article:Isuzu Faster
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  Third generation (RA; 2003–2008)

  Main article:Isuzu D-Max

Wikimedia Commons has media related toHolden Rodeo.

• Bebbington, Terry (2009).60 Years of Holden.Padstow, New South Wales:Haynes Manuals.ISBN 1-876953-58-6.

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