2004 GMC Envoy XUV Review
Price Estimate: $1,295 - $2,120

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Strong six- or eight-cylinder power, clean interior design, reconfigurable cargo area.
Cons
- Spongy suspension, numb steering, some low-grade interior materials, odd exterior proportions.
What’s new
The Envoy XUV is an all-new model based on the Envoy XL sport-utility with the third-row seating area turned into a reconfigurable cargo hold a la Chevy Avalanche. But the XUV goes one better by offering a power-sliding rear roof section in addition to its fold-down midgate and all-weather cargo area.
Edmunds says
If you're looking to haul five people and the occasional eight-foot dresser in a midsize SUV, the Envoy XUV has the competition beat -- in fact, there really is no competition.
For sale near Hackettstown, NJ
14 listings
- 149,841 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 5 Seats
- Robin Drive Auto (94 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Bear, DE
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GKET12S446185548
Stock: 185548
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-30-2024- 157,189 miles
- 2 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats
- Cincinnati Automotive Group Inc (503 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Lebanon, OH
**Service Contracts from 3 months to 48 months ** **Financing Available with over 40 lenders** **SHIPPING AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE** For more information,...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GKET12S546171559
Stock: 171559
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-08-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in New Jersey
Not EPA tested for Envoy XUV SLE
Envoy XUV SLE
vs
$232/mo
Avg. Large SUV
GMC Envoy XUV Owner Reviews
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It's a LEMON!
2.38 out of 5 starsnewfnlab, 01/06/2012
2004 GMC Envoy XUV SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this vehicle new (very expensive). I have replaced over $1000 in rear door latches, obviously a defect,they only warrant 1 yr or 20K km, what does km have to do with a latch. GM head office doesn't like to return phone calls..
I finally spoke to her again & their decision was "your on your own".
I have replaced the transfer case 1 1/2 yrs ago, now I have to replace the motor in … it.Stranded again when gear shifter broke (it's plastic) go figure. No speadometer for over a year now (called cluster) would cost over $1000, neither heated seats work. My list goes on. I take care of my vehicles but this is ridiculous. GM does NOT stand behind their products. I will NEVER own another one.
Smart Idea - Poor repair record
3 out of 5 starsFaith, 08/12/2015
2004 GMC Envoy XUV SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
The SUV that literally turns into a pickup is a great idea. Being able to lay a full sheet of drywall or plywood flat in the rear cargo area is another great design. My issue with the vehicle is all the repairs that have had happen and I barely have break in mileage on the vehicle at 78,000. I've had to replace the thermostat; it's had 3 sets of tires; the front and rear sway bar links … have been replaced; when I am sitting at a stop, the speedometer reads as high as 40 (this number varies at different times). Other instrument panel gauges often show the wrong information. And last but not least, I am now experiencing issues with the transmission. I've owned other GM vehicles and this has been my least favorite experience as far as repairs. I like the vehicle overall. I just don't think I should have so many repair bills for 78,000 miles.
I did have to replace the transmission ($2,900). I also had to have the instrument panel overhauled ($200). In addition, the midgate window regulator had to be replaced because one day it went down and wouldn't go back up. The vehicle recently turned 95,000 miles and finally seems to be in good working order. We'll see! Recent repair (08/2020) was a cracked fuel tank. It now has 106,000 miles. Vehicle now has 111,000 and no additional repairs have been made (2/2022).
This vehicle is still going. Obviously, I don't drive a lot. Current mileage is 117,350 (08/17/2023)
XUV is the place to be
4.75 out of 5 starsBaldbcool, 05/08/2004
2004 GMC Envoy XUV SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I really love my XUV. I went looking
at the Durangos, Trailblazers and
Volvos. The interiors were all
cheesy. As soon as I say in the XUV I
was hooked. The leather heated seats
keep you warm and wrap around you. The
retractable roof is a plus since I
traded in my Ram for it. The V6 is
powerful enough for what I need. The
only negative is my own fault. I
bought … a black one and black is no fun
to keep clean. But when its clean its
the baddest looking SUV on the street.
2004 Envoy XUV SLT
4.63 out of 5 starschris2004envoy, 11/23/2012
2004 GMC Envoy XUV SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I have owned this vehicle for 6 years now,
use it to tow skidoos in the winter,
hauled just about everything in the back,
drywall, garden supplies, wood,
fridges,
an oven etc.
It now has 160,000 km on it and has suffered what I would consider less than average issues.
Common problems for all Envoy models are the front bearings, instrument cluster and the inline 6 has a fairly light duty … exhaust manifold which in my case cracked.
The good news is the parts are easy to buy aftermarket replacements and I replaced the bearings myself.
I found a guy who replaced all the faulty motors in the cluster too for 200$ cash and the exhaust manifold was 1000 dollar fix.
Not bad for 9 years +
2004 Envoy XUV Highlights
SLE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $31,325 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 49 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Envoy XUV include:
- Alarm
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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