2008 GMC Envoy Review

A 4-door full-size SUV, the 2008 GMC Envoy arrives with either two-wheel or 4-wheel drive, six or eight cylinder engines and eight trim levels. For $28,365 to $34,405 a GMC Envoy brings you a sturdy, good-looking practical vehicle that has the highest side impact collision rating of any vehicle in its class.

Unchanged from 2007, the Envoy is the ideal family vehicle which includes AM/FM stereo with CD, climate control, and plenty of cargo storage space, netting, tie-downs, floor and overhead consoles. Prepared for long, enjoyable trips, the Envoy sports cruise control, trip odometer, keyless entry, ample lighting, including reading lamps and dome light. Pay a little more and install a DVD player, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for audio and Driver Information Center.

Family safety is of primary concern for the makers of the Envoy which explains why they go all out by installing driver and front passenger airbags, head curtain side airbags for all "shotgun" seats, and daytime running lights to make the already imposing SUV even more visible. GM is sold on the OnStar Safe & Sound Plan, making it available for a 1 year free trial. Keeping your possessions safe is accomplished with the PASSlock theft-deterrent system. .

The distinctive styling of the 2008 GMC Envoy is a combination of form and function with its convenient black assist steps, multi-function halogen headlamps, and separate lift gate and lift glass. Fuel economy specs for the 6-cylinder engine Envoy are the same for the two-wheel and four-wheel drive versions: 14mpg city and 20mpg highway. Allowing for its 22 gal gas tank and you can take your Envoy 440 miles before needing a fill up. Including the Denali, the Envoy SUV brings all the boys to the yard. .