2003 GMC Safari Cargo Review
Price Estimate: $1,303 - $2,069

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Standard eight-passenger seating, 5,400-pound trailer rating, torquey V6.
Cons
- Poor fuel economy, intrusive engine cover makes for small footwells, overall lack of refinement.
What’s new
All 2003 Safaris have larger 16-inch aluminum wheels and an improved braking system.
Edmunds says
A workhorse minivan that leaves the grocery-getting to the competition.
For sale nearby
1 listings
- 171,130 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 2 Seats, 15 City / 21 Hwy MPG
- Super America Auto Sales Inc. (2,023 mi away)
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Seattle, WA
Introducing a 2003 GMC Safari in Summit White with a Pewter interior. This vehicle boasts a powerful 4.3L V6 engine with 190 horsepower and 250ft. lbs...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
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:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GTDM19X13B504271
Stock: 12282
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-19-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$210/mo for Safari Cargo Base
Safari Cargo Base
vs
$201/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
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GMC Safari Cargo Owner Reviews
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a great work van
5 out of 5 starsZappa, 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
4.63 out of 5 starsHCollins, 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.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 GMC Safari Cargo, so we've included reviews for other years of the Safari Cargo since its last redesign.
2003 Safari Cargo Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $22,050 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $210/month |
Seating | 2 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 170.4 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalPoor
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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