GMC Safari second generation
The GMC Safari second generation (1995–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: M-body, L-body · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,821 mm |
| Width | 1,969 mm |
| Height | 1,900–1,935 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,819–2,824 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
805 complaints for model years 1995–2005. 79 crashes · 14 fires · 109 injuries · 1 death
- Brakes 168
- Visibility and wipers 96
- Suspension 62
- Transmission and drivetrain 42
- Airbags 32
- Engine 26
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 8 versions of the GMC Safari second generation
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2005CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–17 MPG (13.8–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–368 g/km |
| 1998–2005CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 345–394 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2005Van: Passenger · Van: Cargo | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 17.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 396 g/km |
| 1995–2005Van: Cargo | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.6–15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 313–357 g/km |
| 1995–2005Van: Passenger | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.1–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 324–377 g/km |
| 1998Van: Cargo · Van: Passenger | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 345 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.