Chrome trim highlights the wheel arches, mirrors, and door handles. Small fender flares prevent slab-sidedness and give a hint of aggressiveness. The Rodeo is compact outside, but has plenty of space inside. Although the roofline is low for an SUV, a relatively low floor height means that access is easy even without running boards. There is plenty of headroom inside.
Leather is found only on the rim of the tilt-adjustable steering wheel.
Rear seat cushions can flip up, allowing a flat floor for easy handling of bulky cargo. The instrument panel is completely contemporary, with good placement of controls and switches. Most switches are backlight for easier use at night. An externally-mounted spare tire increases interior space with minimal impact on rear visibility. On the road, the Rodeo's low stance helps give it more confident handling than taller SUVs.