2003 GMC Envoy XL Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
15 - 16 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(94 Total Reviews)
Mostly Great
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We have 80,000 miles on our Envoy, and have have no major mechanical issues. We have had several annoying problems with door and hatch latches that have lingered.....again, not major, but annoying. Other than that the truck has been a perfect fit for an active family. Good size, good road manners, good performance, and has stood up very well to the wear and tear of family use.
Favorite Features
Engine and drivetrain are perfectly matched to give smooth performance to this solid vehicle. Nice styling.
Suggested Improvements
Fold flat 3rd row seats. Improve fit of doors and latches.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Mostly Great
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
The Envoy is the perfect size for my active family of five. Well designed for space, and ease of use. The engine and drivetrain are well matched yeilding a smooth ride with adequate power. We have had numerous small (but annoying) issues with the hatch latch, door locks, trim, etc....all small things. Other than that, very satisfied. Great family vehicle.
Favorite Features
Good looks, perfect size, excellent engine/drivetrain.
Suggested Improvements
Fold flat rear seats, better cupholder placement, improve build quality
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Mostly Great
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We have owned the truck for 4 years and 80,000 miles. Love the overall design and size...perfect for a family. Engine and drivetrain are smooth as silk, and make driving this big vehicle more enjoyable. We have had many small and non-critical problems....door handles, tail gate, power window relay, weatherstripping....etc. Overall very satisfied, but the small things can be annoying at times.
Favorite Features
Engine and drivetrain are fantastic. Excellent size, and good use of interior space. Perfect for a family.
Suggested Improvements
Fold flat rear seats. Improve build quality. Better placement of cup- holders.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
High Miles in an Envoy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have put 160,000 miles on this Envoy since new. It had computer problems at 50,000 miles and it took three different dealers to find the problem. No issues since then. ery high level of features for the price. Very few compromises required. I moved from an Explorer to this GMC and it was like going from a Ford to a Cadillac in comfort, ride, and features. Handling is not that great, but on the highway it is limosine comfortable. The engine is adequate and the mileage with the original tires averaged 20 mpg. (Stick with the Michelins). I expect to put 300,000 miles on this Envoy.
Favorite Features
All the standard features on the SLT. Very comfortable heated seats and backs. Able to customize settings for everything.
Suggested Improvements
The Envoy will be gone soon. I drove the Arcadia and it is a bit more modern but contains fewer features.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
2003 Envoy 2WD
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Have used the Envoy for 3 yrs and 60K miles and have found it to be reliable and confortable vehicle to drive. Towed a boat from NJ to Fl 2 times. The truck drives like a car the only repairs were a AC switch at 5K, brakes and tires at 55K I like the truck so I traded it in for a 2007 Envoy and the sticker price was less on the 2007 for more options than the 2003.
Favorite Features
Heated seats are great
Suggested Improvements
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Awesome Family Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This vehicle fits my family like GM was thinking of us when they designed it. My 6'4" son can comfortably ride on long trips all the way in the back row. Now with the extended family and the requisite car seats, booster seat, and adults, we are still comfortable. The A/C works well even in the heat of the southwest during the summer. Good visibility, good braking, great manuveurability, a very powerful I6 engine with amazzing pep and good mileage. I added a cold air intake system and now get 14 in town and 22 on the highway with 4 adults and 3 children onboard. No major problems after 3+ years of heavy daily usage in town.
Favorite Features
Spacious, comfortable and quiet.
Suggested Improvements
Standard equipment running boards to prevent the piting of the paint from the front tires where the rear wheel flares out.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
Most reliable vehicle I have ever owned
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Vehicle runs smooth and quiet. Railroad tracks and speed bumps don't bother this GM SUV. Just under 100k miles at this time and no major repairs needed. A couple batteries, sets of tires, windshield wipers, oil changes and air filters and that is all. Fuel mileage is not great, especially at this time when we pay $3.00 a gallon. I rate this vehicle a 10 because it is the most reliable and comfortable vehicle I have ever owned.
Favorite Features
Quiet engine, soft ride, reliability.
Suggested Improvements
Sirius radio instead of XM
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Love this SUV!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have had this SUV since 10/02 and I have never had a better vehicle! I read the editor review about cheap interior quality. Obviously this person doesn't know the difference.GMC is the only line of vehicles that have quality material. The others are all plastic! This is a great vehicle. If given a chance, you will fall in love.
Favorite Features
Room, engine performance, layout of dash & controls. Towing is very good also. I have the inline 6 and can tow over 4,500 lbs easily.
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage of course. Wind noise at higher speeds is noticeable.
No problems here
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Needed the cargo space for wheelchair to haul elderly parent around town, & on trips. It suits my needs nicely. It's such an easy drive & smooth ride for passengers.
Favorite Features
6 disc CD was a plus. Dealer didn't know I had it! I love the power moonroof also.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage at these high prices would be helpful. Better placement of cup holders in front, if in use the drinks get in the way of the gear stick. I could use running boards on my model..
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Overpriced Junk/Always Broken
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 2 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 GMC Envoy XL SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
After 30 months of ownership, the Envoy was in the shop a total of 99 days on 19 different visits. All kinds of problems, front differential 4 times, AC 4 times, rear window/deflector 5 times, weatherstrip falling off, door panels separating, and much more. Something was always broken on this truck. Seats look good but aren't very comfortable, handling is poor, waddles down the road and leans badly in the corners, ride is mush. Envoy does look good and I-6 delivers exceptional mileage and performance (18 city and 23-24 hiway with 3.47 differential). Bought because it really fit my needs for space and seats, easy third row access and space, but always a problem needing repair.
Favorite Features
Good power and performance and mileage from I-6 engine. Good looking vehicle. Easy third row access, better than any other SUV I looked at, real seats in the third row.
Suggested Improvements
Scrap the design and start over, way too many problems, especially for a $38k vehicle. There is no room for this poor quality and reliability, especially at the price.
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