2003 GMC Envoy Review
Fuel Economy
15 - 16 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A solid effort from GMC. Still falls short of best midsize SUVs, though.
Pros
Plenty of cool options, strong six-cylinder power, attractive interior design.
Cons
Numb steering, plasticky interior pieces, feels tippy in the twisties.
What's New for 2003
For 2003, Envoy buyers are able to order certain options individually, rather than as part of an equipment package, adding potential savings and increased flexibility. The sport-ute's already powerful Vortec 4.2-liter inline six also gets a slight bump in horsepower, up from 270 to 275, and Envoys now boast a new four-position headlamp switch that permits drivers to turn off the vehicle's daytime running lamps and automatic headlamps when necessary. Additionally, the Envoy gets a larger fuel tank that holds 22 gallons. Previously standard side airbags are now optional, while autodimming side mirrors and the rear seat overhead compartment have been deleted.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Electronic Nightmare
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
The vehicle has been one electrical problem after another. I have had two starter ignition switches replaced, the starter, two batteries, the ACcontrol panel driverside thermostat is bad. There's aclicking sound under the dashboard (have yet to troubleshoot that as well as a clicking sound on the right aft side of the truck when I turn the defrost on. This is the worst vehicle I have ever own and I swear I will never buy GMC again. The interior is cheaply put together rattles far too much and the interior lighting is poor lit.
Favorite Features
The look of the vehicle!
Suggested Improvements
Make a better vehicle!
So far so good
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this from the original owner, so far i love it i previously owned a equinox and the ride is so much better in this the interior is awesome and the leather seats are very comfortable, the only things i find could be improver is where the front cupholders are at and the back seat should be further back cause theres not much leg room back there.
Favorite Features
the interior, and smooth ride
Suggested Improvements
cup holders, more leg room in the back
Great Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Great little SUV. Have had no problems other than a wheel bearing at 65K. Very luxurious. Has every option under the sun and is very well built. I would buy it in a heartbeat again. The only thing I would like different is maybe a little better mileage but for an SUV that's what you get, so you live with it.
Favorite Features
Very comfortable smooth ride, good strong running straight 6 motor.
Suggested Improvements
Why can't GM figure out that on a polished aluminum wheel you can't have plastic center caps-you polish the rim to a shine and the plastic? Oh yeah you can't polish plastic so you're left with a big dull circle in the center of an otherwise beautiful rim. That's my only problem with it.
2003 SLT is excellent.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
My wife and I just bought a used SLT we cannot believe all of the features this vehicle has. Overall comfort is outstanding. It drives like a dream.
Favorite Features
Bose stereo system and the sunroof. Still looking for the microwave as it has everything else.
Suggested Improvements
Like many other people gas mileage. Other than that no complaints.
Do not keep after 150,000 miles
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
SUV was purchased in Aug 2003, it presently has 203000 miles 90% percent highway driving; no serious problems in the first 3 1/2 years, in the last year, replaced air conditioning compressor; transfer case; transimission; alternator; front wheel bearings; front differential and more.
Favorite Features
Ride, seating
Suggested Improvements
Transmission; fuel economy
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