2003 GMC Safari Cargo Review
2003 GMC Safari Cargo Review
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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.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 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
$237/mo for Safari Cargo Base
Safari Cargo Base
vs
$219/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
Consumer reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
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.
4.63 out of 5 stars
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.
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 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $237/month |
Seating | 2 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 170.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | 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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