Used 2001 GMC Safari Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2001 Safari, so we've included reviews for other years of the Safari since its last redesign.
Best mileage for a vehicle this size
minneapolismarc, 03/31/2007
2000 GMC Safari SLE 3dr Minivan
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
No vehicle that can tow 6000 pounds gets better MPG than this van. I bought the 2 wheel (not AWD) version for the mileage. I drive 75 on the freeway with the cruise on and with the city stop and go I get 19.5 mpg on every tank. Less of course if I tow my boat. I work as a mechanic and did not even bother to inspect the van for more than 10 minutes as the original owner had the maint. paperwork. The only things I have had to do is replace the metal strip that holds on the lower trim between the front and rear wheels cost $125. Plastic line cracked under the hood for heater fan selector- free fix and common problem. Oil cooler lines seep but who cares it is common + cheap fix if you do.
Loving My 3rd Safari!
Pame, 12/02/2003
2000 GMC Safari SLT 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Since 1992 we have owned 1 used and 2 new Safari's. We are sad that GMC is discontinuing this line as it is everything a mini-van should be. Reliable and very roomy without being a difficult drive.
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I am impressed
liveforhim, 12/08/2003
2000 GMC Safari SLE 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
by the power and the fuel economy. I get about 17 city and 22 to 24 highway. I wish it had better visibility in the rear view mirror but the large side view mirrors are a real plus for safe lane changing.
I'm happy, great AWD.
Mike, 04/19/2005
2000 GMC Safari SLE 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the van with 47k and have 65k now. Other than the alternator and a gear position sensor that was sending power to the starter when the van was running($50 part and an easy fix!) It has been very good to me. Went to FL with 3 adults and 3 kids in July and having rear A/C and rear bucket seats is nice. Also has a roof mounted TV with a VCR. The AWD works awesome. If you drive in snow don't get one without it!
GMC Safari 2WD
gstefan, 03/08/2004
2000 GMC Safari SLE 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Virtually no mechanical problems. Good ride for a full size van. Rear wheel drive is nice for towing large trailers. Children love the mid row captain seats.