2004 GMC Safari Cargo Review
Price Estimate: $2,319 - $3,684

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Lots of cargo space with reasonable exterior dimensions, 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
An argent grille is now standard.
Edmunds says
A workhorse minivan designed for contractors rather than families.
For sale near Fayetteville, NC
1 listings
- 95,910 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 2 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Sunrise of Elmont (480 mi away)
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Elmont, NY
The 2004 GMC Safari in white is a mid-size van with a classic, utilitarian design. Its white exterior highlights the van's boxy shape and functional a...
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:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GTDM19X24B502207
Stock: 502207
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-18-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Carolina
$221/mo for Safari Cargo Base
Safari Cargo Base
vs
$191/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
GMC Safari Cargo Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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Pretty dam good
4.88 out of 5 starsRic1, 03/12/2004
2004 GMC Safari Cargo AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
I have been driving Safari's since 1998
this is my second one and I don't think
that I will drive anything different.
It handles like a dream, has alot of
room, and fetures that are right handy.
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 2004 GMC Safari Cargo, so we've included reviews for other years of the Safari Cargo since its last redesign.
2004 Safari Cargo Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $22,695 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $221/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
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic 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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