2002 GMC Envoy Review
Fuel Economy
16 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A vast improvement over the previous version, with a great inline six engine, but it still doesn't measure up to its competitors.
Pros
Sharp exterior styling, strong six-cylinder power, attractive interior design.
Cons
Numb steering, plasticky interior pieces, feels tippy in the twisties.
What's New for 2002
Long overdue for a redesign, GMC's all-new Envoy finally gets the goods to compete in the highly competitive midsize SUV segment. An all-aluminum inline six-cylinder engine replaces the aging 4.3-liter V6, and a revised suspension dramatically improves the ride. Unlike the 2000 Envoy that was virtually indistinguishable from its Chevrolet and Oldsmobile siblings, the 2002 model now sports a new look that is unique to the GMC brand.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
I MISS MY ENVOY
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought my Envoy in 07 before gas prices went all nuts. I ended up trading it for a foreign piece of crap that now burns oil at less than 75k miles! I WANT MY ENVOY BACK!!! :( I was actually in a pretty scary accident in the Envoy and walked away without a scratch. Did a 360 on black ice going up a hill (didn't have 4WD on because I didn't think it was slick out). The Envoy had some pretty bad body damage but was 100% by the time my body shop guy got done with it and it ran like a dream the entire time I had it. Only issue was a fan belt (I think that's what it was called) that needed replaced for $400. Sounded like I was driving a semi when it went out! :)
Favorite Features
EVERYTHING! (except gas mileage but can't expect too much from an SUV this size)
Suggested Improvements
Can't think of a thing!
Reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2002 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I've never had any problems with this vehicle with the exception of several minor recalls. I've been very happy with this SUV. Have averaged about 17 miles/gallon of mixed driving with 16 in the city and 21 on the highway.
Favorite Features
Good engine, plenty of power. Comfortable ride and handles well. Many convenience features. Cargo space is large, especially with seats folded down.
Suggested Improvements
Memory mirrors occasionally are changed for some unknown reason. Radio reception is horrible. Paint on steering wheel buttons flaking off.
easy now
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Love the GMC Envoy. 02' couple of things! great seating, comfy ride, Bas location was the cup holders in front passengers and the rearview mirror, Had to replace all ball joints, and bushings, now the water pump needs replaced, Also the mirrors make a whistling noise when driving. Other than that vehicle is great.. routine maintenance is all that's had to be done. no major engine problems. knock on wood..
Favorite Features
body style
Suggested Improvements
Needs cup holders in a different spot. And mirrors need to wind proof. So they don't whistle while driving
This vehicle saved our lives
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2002 GMC Envoy SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We bought our Envoy when I was expecting our 2nd child. I am so thankful we did. In December of this past year we were in an accident. My Envoy was totaled but we all survived. My 4 year old had to have 3 stitches above his eye and my 7 year old walked away without a scratch. I had internal bruising from the airbag. We hit at 50MPH. It was a front impact then the other car spun around hitting my 4 year old directly in his door. This vehicle crumbled, but the inside structure stayed perfectly intact. Only 1 door would open. It was a bad wreck. We knew we wanted another vehicle like this and searched until we decided on an 06 Trailblazer EXT. I pray it's as good as the Envoy.
Favorite Features
Safety and reliability. Never had any trouble. Only had 9 more payments and it would have been paid for. Comfortable ride. Great features at a good price.
Suggested Improvements
None
Buy the Extended Waranty
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2002 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
First off this Envoy was the upgraded Denali version, which right off, was alittle more added to the price tag. I just traded this in after 3 years, and within this past year I had to have 3 tie rod ends, yes that is 3. Why do you ask, because I needed another "knuckle" replaced at 88,000. The first one was replaced at 47,000 just before my warranty ran out. The leather seats started to "wear off" at 15,000. This vehicle was in the dealership so much, they knew me by name. The dealer also never heard of replacing the knuckle, again, until they met me. I was getting about 20 mpg which isn't bad, and it never left me stranded. I just feel this truck had way too many issues for the money
Favorite Features
Stereo was pretty good, better then I have seen in others. SLT had a ton of features, some I never even used.
Suggested Improvements
Use real leather, not something that is going to crack or wear within the first few miles. Get the computer bugs worked out.
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