2000 GMC Sonoma Consumer Reviews

Great small truck

Written by: Sonoma w/ 20s on 07/25/2003

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport Standard Cab Stepside SB

Review

This was my first new car, and I hope I'm has happy with all my future new car purchases as I have been with this one. Fun to drive, been extremely reliable, despite all the customizing I've done. I recommend it ot anyone

Favorite Features

Exterior style.

Suggested Improvements

The gas mileage on the 4.3L wasn't that great, definately some room for improvement there.

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ok if you want a little truck

Written by: Kenny J on 07/07/2003

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport Extended Cab SB

Review

I drove an auto and it was doggy so I got the 5 speed. The bed is flimsy and it has some type of strange idle memory often starts and revs up for a few seconds. This is just the way it is made. I get 23mpg. I had to have the exhaust replaced underwarranty due to rattles. other than that no problems. Do not buy it if you need room get a full size

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

change the fuel injection computer so it won't rev hi when you start it.

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rollin's review

Written by: rollin1176 on 06/18/2003

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport Extended Cab SB

Review

Everything about this vehicle other than personal prefrences opted not to purchase at time of purchase was overall very satisfying. I have been very pleased with this vehicle and would recommend it to all small truck buyers.

Favorite Features

4.3L Vortec, Third door feature.

Suggested Improvements

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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GMC be ashamed

Written by: RONL on 03/19/2003

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

This vehicle came out in about 1995. It had problems with handles breaking off and very bad front ends. At 60000 miles I had to put $2500 in the front end. Both wheel bearings gone and the bearing are in a housing that requires the replacement of the whole housing. GMC knew about the problems and instead of improving the design over the years, just ignored the problems and allowed us to keep paying to keep this junk running.

Favorite Features

strong engine and good mileage

Suggested Improvements

I have always been a GM guy. After this vehicle, it will be a long time before I buy one again. I didn't think I would ever buy Japanese, but GM let me down, so be it. They want me to buy elsewhere, I will.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Junk

Written by: Robt on 03/15/2003

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

Never again...This is the worst vehicle I've ever owned (with the exception of a 77 Dodge power wagon) as far as reliability goes. Mine has a lot of miles but they are all highway and I have serviced it regualary. Shortly after warranty expired I had to put a $750.00 fuel pump on it, now theres either a wheel bearing or differential going out and howling like a banchee, the transmission is giving me troubles. The interior quality is awful, the steering wheel looks like it has leprosy, the power windows make noise and sound like they are falling out. In brief....I'll never buy another GM product as long as I live.

Favorite Features

CD Player and the fact I'm trading it off very soon.

Suggested Improvements

Everything, the build quality is trash, the mechanical compononents are garbage.

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Utility with Flair

Written by: TheCarGonzo on 10/12/2002

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport Extended Cab Stepside SB

Review

A nice solid truck, no real problems since purchase (although it has very low miles). Interior is simple and inexpensive looking but everything is easy to use. ZQ-8 suspension keeps the vehicle well-controlled for a pick-up. 3/4 V-8 4.3L V-6 is no smoothness champ, but it does get the job done.

Favorite Features

16 inch wheel/tire and suspension combo, third door, strong V-6

Suggested Improvements

Better layout in back of cab, attachment of seat fabric

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Love my Sonoma

Written by: LAH on 08/20/2002

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

I have owned my Sonoma for over two and I can't think of much to complain about. The only problem I've had is at one point, the rubber seal around the windshield started coming off. This was fixed and covered by the warranty and has not been a problem since. No mechanical problems- still runs like new. I definitely recommend opting for the V6. It's a lot of fun to drive but the city gas mileage isn't so great. Overall, I have really enjoyed driving this vehicle.

Favorite Features

4.3L Engine.

Suggested Improvements

I have concerns about crash test results for this vehicle. Other than that, no suggested improvements.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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The 3 year lease...

Written by: Thom Kolesar on 08/08/2002

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

Make no mistakes, the vehicle rides like a truck, not a car. The feel I was looking for, you may not want that up higher feel like a truck mode? There were 7 return trips to the dealership for what I see as Q.C. issues. Such as a loose shock mounting bolt, a third door latch that spit the spring out 3 months after purchase, both seat back handles snapped in regular service, an obvious flaw in manufacturing and most recently the fuel pump needed replacement @ 33,400 miles.

Favorite Features

The extended cab with third door and jump seat. Allowing extra storage and the ability to access behind the seat easier.

Suggested Improvements

Construct the seat reclining handles from the current white metal to another type of steel.

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Will never purchase another one.

Written by: ASI FD on 06/21/2002

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SL Standard Cab LB

Review

I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle. The first year that I owned it, it spent a total of 46 days in the shop for multiple repairs. I contacted GMC to discuss my concerns about the vehicle and they have yet to offer any type of an solution. The problem is that the Maryland Lemon Law is only good for the first 10,000 miles on the vehicle. I put 10,000 miles on the truck in the first 6 months that I owned it. Just another case of a company taking advantage of a consumer, how is one person going to make a difference to out total sales?

Favorite Features

I was able to drive several different types of loaner vehicles.

Suggested Improvements

GMC should restructure their CR department.

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Darn good little GMC

Written by: E.C.Butler on 05/13/2002

Vehicle

2000 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SL Standard Cab SB

Review

I find it to be an ideal small truck for everyday beebopping around that I do. Very manuverable and enough power to pull a pop-up camper here locally.

Favorite Features

Easy to manuver around.

Suggested Improvements

bed dents just from the weight of a 200 lb. man walking in it. Fresh outside air always heats up. gets unbearable in hot weather.

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