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4.88 out of 5 stars

GREAT SUV - BEST OF ITS COMPETITORS

GM lifer, 10/04/2004
2003 GMC Envoy SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

No complaints here. I bought the SLT because the difference in comfort and trim level/options was far superior to the SLE. The vehicle has many features and options but is very intuitive. Some of the questions asked on the survey ask questions only appropriate of a sports car and that is the only reason why it did not get a 10 from me. The Envoy is positively the first in class having it all; comfort, style, and performance. The gas mileage isn't great, but is good for a truck-based SUV. I would recommend this vehicle to friends/family.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Biggest Lemon is the History of Motor Vehicles

dgatcha, 05/29/2014
2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 14 people found this review helpful

Never, ever buy this piece of junk. I put 3 transmissions in this SUV over the years!!! I could maybe see one, but 3? At $3500 a pop, I could have bought another nice used car with that money. I also just got back from the mechanic for the millionth time. This time the car just refuses to start. He checked the battery, alternator, and starter. Everything was fine. It just doesn't want to start sometimes. How about electrical issues? More issues than a magazine rack. This car is a lemon plain and simple. I wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy. There were about 8 recalls and some electrical stuff never worked right. Trading this in next week and it may be the happiest day of my life.

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1.88 out of 5 stars

A Lemon

Disgusted, 06/11/2006
2003 GMC Envoy SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is the worst car/SUV I have ever had. Hands down. 6 MPG city. 10 highway. Is all over the road. Have had a Toyota Forerunner - Excellent; a GMC Suburban - Excellent. This is simply a piece of junk.

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3 out of 5 stars

Envoy

5boys, 10/11/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

In the 5 months I have owned this vehicle I have had to have it serviced 13 times, only once has been for an oil change. The other 12 have been service problems. I am currently still having problems with the A/C, the 4WD, and the transmission. The overall design of the vehicle is wonderful, but not worth the hassle of continual maintenance.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Disappointed Buyer

Carlmast, 09/20/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased the it to replace my Isuzu Trooper. I have had 4 Isuzus over the last 8 years with 1 warranty service. This is the replacement for the Trooper. This Envoy has had the A/C repaired 4 times, the power mirrors actuators replaced and the O2 sensor replaced. I have also had problems with the automatic wipers and the memory for the radio and seats. All this with less than 16,000 miles.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

love it

mattyd, 10/17/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have always owned cars, this is my first SUV. I have always liked the look of the envoy, and like the GMC brand. This truck is smooth, has lots of pep, and is very comfortable. Also built very well. I love how it handles. Sure, it's not the handling like I'm used to (Dodge Avenger my most recent car) but for an SUV it is excellent.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Luxury SUV

Daniel Garcia, 07/21/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Plenty of room for my 3 girls and their friends. I have the 8 cyl 5300 vortec, and its got plentyof get up and go. Great comfort on long road trips. With optional entertainment in the rear rows for the kids who dont seem to have the same taste in music. Has an eye catching exterior. Very stylish. I am very pleased with my new SUV and feel comfortable that my girls are safe.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

PREEMO RIG or Caviar driver

Steve Groff, 08/26/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have purchased 10 new vehicles,This is the finest I have purchased or driven

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5 out of 5 stars

New Envoy

projo 105, 08/29/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Have only had it for 12 days, however, it is the best constructed USA built vehicle I have owned, Build quality rivals Nissan, Infinity and Toyota all of which we own.(which really surprises me). Purchased this on over a 4Runner, because for $3000 less we got the same features, more horsepower and onlt 7 ft lbs less tourque and fuel consumtion is less than Toyota and does not require premium fuel.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love it!

Norma, 08/13/2003
2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Have had no problems with this SUV. Only returned to dealer because of a recall notice. Mileage is what I expected. Traded in an Olds that left me stranded twice-I am thrilled. I have had this Envoy for 6 months without a care.

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