2004 GMC Envoy Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
16 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(177 Total Reviews)
Like My Envoy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have thoroughly enjoyed this mid-size SUV, my first such vehicle. I bought it because I needed to tow a fiarly heavy boat and the Envoy with its standard In-Line 6 engine and standard towing package would tow just over 6,000 pounds, and only a few hundred pounds less than choosing the optional V-8. I've taken care of it and have driven only 10,000 miles per year, but it has rewarded me with no problems at all--not the first rattle or squeak. I beleive the style has "held up," too and even at 4.5 years it still does not look old.
Favorite Features
Reliability. Comfortable seats. Not too large, yet can carry lumber and pull either my boat (which has now been exchanged for or small trailer with motorcycle). Very stable on road. Great ground clearance and can go over curbs with ease and without ever a nervous feeling about rolling.
Suggested Improvements
I believe GMC will plans to drop this modle and replace it with the Acadia which looks much the same from the front, but is built on a car frame instead of the Envoy's truck frame. I'm sure that will happen, with gas prices up. I like the truck feel, however. . . a little more strength under me.
Good and Bad
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have enjoyed a lot about this car. I got it Jan of 2007 and it has been in the shop 2 or 3 times totaling about $2000. It's fun to drive and looks great but has broken down on me enough that I am now shopping for something else. The first repair was $1000 to reprogram the computer something or other. Then the battery died. The rubber around the doors has almost all fallen off, the power seat control panel just fell of the other day, and the cd player does not work. All sorts of check lights go on and off in the dash all the time and I still can't figure out how to work all the lighting! Like I said, pretty car and fun to have! And not all bad but personally not worth the monthly note!
Favorite Features
Looks, power, handling, and fairly good mpg for an SUV! Love the way the AC has round vents! Looks good.
Suggested Improvements
Wind noise is horrible! I can't hear myself think! Lighting buttons (way too many to figure out). And just overall way it was built! Things keep falling off! I keep waiting for the door to fall off!
A good SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I was leery of the I6 but it performs well at 275 hp. Gas miles are good for a vehicle of this size. If you've never had a information center option-get it, it's great. Controls mirrors, seats, lights, headlights, tilt down rear view mirror, etc. Mine has leather but it's not necessary. All in all the only problem I had was a bad temp sender for the driver/pass ac control. They fixed for no charge. Ive had a good experience with this vehicle.
Favorite Features
Driver control center
Suggested Improvements
Better instruction on the driver control center. I had to go to dealer twice on the tilt-down rear view mirrors. We found the owners manual was wrong!
Perplexed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Ran well for 1-1/2 years until the transmission needed a $1000 repair and the catalytic converter needed replaced. Since September '05 have replaced the catalytic converter 3 times - GM says nothing is wrong - I beg to differ. The car clunks despite changing stabilizer struts. The car rocks forward to back which is a little annoying. The 4WD service light is coming on intermittently. Gas mileage is okay until the catalytic converter goes bad then drops significantly. Enough wind noise that you can't talk to the third row of seats without yelling. The engine sounds like a diesel when it is first started and the transmission isn't very smooth, especially during acceleration.
Favorite Features
XM radio, Michelin tires, dual climate control, tow package
Suggested Improvements
Reduce wind noise, improve suspension and transmission, fix catalytic converter problem
0 out 2 people found this review helpful
Great SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased my Envoy new late in 04. I haven't had any major problems with my SUV. The engine was running rough at 40,000 and the dealership repaired no charge. (sensor failure) Other than that it has never been in the shop and we now have almost 60,000 miles. It is very versatile and functional vehicle. I am a homeowner and going to Lowes or Home Depot I can buy almost anything and don't have to think about how I can get it home. I love the back glass opening as it makes it easy to hual my surfboard without having to put it up on racks. When I go golfing I can put transport the whole foursome with clubs and everyone is comfortable. I love my Envoy!
Favorite Features
Smooth ride, color and back glass opening.
Suggested Improvements
Stronger stereo system.
Unhappy driver
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 3 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Trasmission lost second gear @ 30,000, on a trip to Louisiana. Dealer repaired. At 33,000 transmission failed again vehicle out of warranty. Cabin very noisy at highway speed.
Favorite Features
Steering wheel controls
Suggested Improvements
Better insulation for noise and better transmission
8 out 9 people found this review helpful
2004 GMC Envoy SLT
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Love this vehicle! It rides like a car and is big enough to make me feel safe while driving it while not be a huge gas hog. Granted, it's not great, but not that bad. Love the leather and the XM radio, and the heated seats rock! So happy I went with this after looking at TrailBlazers, Equinox, Tahoes, etc.
Favorite Features
Heated leather seats! Turn signals in exterior mirrors also rock.
Suggested Improvements
Like everyone, I wish it got great gas mileage but you have to suffer some at the pump to own an Envoy, which I'm willing to do.
6 out 8 people found this review helpful
Good old 2004 Envoy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This has been a good experience from the get go. No problems, followed GM maintenance schedule, not dealers. It is high enough that you get good visibility, comfortable ride and interior and exterior paint have held up very good. The gas mileage could be better but it gets 20mpg on a highway trip. Not great but acceptable. Around town, rural area, it gets 17-18 mpg.
Favorite Features
Ride and comfort
Suggested Improvements
Rear seats should fold flat, currently they have a 15 degree angle when folded down.
Get out your checkbook
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Bought this vehicle as new because of the spacious interior (had third seat option) and ability to pull a boat. Luckily, I purchased and extended warranty. However, I still have a $200 deductible to pay for each repair. Thus far, I have already had to replace the radiator and water pump. The vehicle is back in the shop today for replacement of the back lift gate window hinges, and for an engine rattle. I have also had occasional problems with the "Service 4WD" coming on at random times. In addition to mechanical issues, the highway and air noise when driving is fairly annoying.
Favorite Features
Excellent vehicle for towing.
Suggested Improvements
Poor fit/finish and reliability. Stereo sound could be better.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Outstanding SUV!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Envoy SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this one used a year ago. I have driven it to and from work and on long trips several times and am very pleased with everything about it. After putting 20K miles on it - I have had zero problems. I average 18 - 19 mpg work and back, 21+ on long trips and 16 pulling a bass boat. Love the power and ride!
Favorite Features
Power, ride, styling inside and out.
Suggested Improvements
It's perfect as a mid-sized SUV. I owned a 2001 Tahoe and loved the room but overall prefer the Envoy.
4 out 6 people found this review helpful
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