2005 GMC Safari Cargo Review

2002 GMC Safari Cargo SL AWD 3dr Minivan

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Lots of cargo space with reasonable exterior dimensions, high towing ability, torquey V6.

Cons

Poor fuel economy, intrusive engine cover makes for small footwells, overall lack of refinement.

What’s new

No major changes for the Safari Cargo Van this year.

Edmunds says

A workhorse minivan designed for contractors rather than families.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 GMC Safari Cargo Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$243/mo

$219/mo

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Pretty dam good

Ric1, 03/12/2004

2004 GMC Safari Cargo AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)

I have been driving Safari's since 1998 this is my second one and I don't think that I will drive anything different. It handles like a dream, has alot of room, and fetures that are right handy.

a great work van

Zappa, 04/27/2008

1993 GMC Safari Cargo 3dr Ext Minivan

i paid a 1000 for this car i have put maybe 300 on it for repairs, i am a locksmith so i do about 200 to 250 miles A DAY and this car is amazing. it handle a lot of cargo, i love this car, with fuel prices i am just looking for a smaller car :) . if you can buy this car you will be so happy you did.

very good van

HCollins, 12/03/2007

1998 GMC Safari Cargo SL 3dr Minivan

4.6L 6cly is super on gas mileage up to 26 miles per gallon. slide open doors gives excellent access to all three seat rows. Comfort seating for 8 passegners. Double dutch doors in rear provide easy access for cargo and easy seat removal if additional hauling is needed.

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2005 Safari Cargo Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$22,930
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$243/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	170.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver3 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Poor
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Poor

2005 GMC Safari Cargo Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 GMC Safari Cargo Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Edmunds says

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 GMC Safari Cargo Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

Most helpful consumer reviews

Pretty dam good

a great work van

very good van

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 GMC Safari Cargo Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}