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MPG (up to)
15 City / 20 HWY
Horsepower
270
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Carolyn G
Ways to keep older car running longer
Has vortex motor which is a good engine to have. Key to keep it running is regular maintenance, ie (oil change, rotate tires, check fluids)
accountCircle Trinity G
Great starter car! With age it tends to be an issue.
This vehicle runs very nicely. It is getting older though so the issues on it are becoming more frequent. I have spent a great deal fixing it over last few years but in its prime it runs like magic. It is a great starter car. It is perfect size as well.
accountCircle DS M
Best investment ever. Very pleased with the service provided.
I.love it. First vehicle I ever had and wanted to pay off. It rides well. No major problems. 17 years old. It was a great investment. It had seen me thru 5 boys and everyone wants it but mama's not considering nothing. Hopefully they'll come out with a new model.
accountCircle Melissa A O
Great performing vehicle, great price with lots of features.
I like the look, style and design of my vehicle. I like that the driver's seat has adjustable lumbar support and many' many other features pertaining to adjusting the driver's seat for perfect comfort. My vehicle gets really good gas mileage even when it needs a tune up, has a minor repair that needs to be done or when it's due for and oil change. I like that the back windshield has rear defrost, windshield wiper and windshield cleaning system. The sound system is great and the radio antenna picks up radio stations from miles and miles away. I have a one hour round trip drive to and from work everyday and it seems like I get to and from work in no time due to the comfort and ease of driving from this vehicle. I like the color of paint that my vehicle is. It is very easy to see out the windows in all sorts of different angles. There's not really any blind spots. Anytime we have ever needed to replace a part on this vehicle the parts store shopping was all pretty easy. I have never needed a part that wasn't in stock with a few different parts to choose from with lots of price ranges and parts being in stock from regular to high performance. You can buy different sizes and styles of tires and rims. My husband and I love to take our bass boat to different areas of bodies of water to go bass fishing. This vehicle has a place to install a trailer hitch and a place to plug a trailer in. This vehicle has 4 wheel drive and great brakes without a lot of maintenance needed to up keep the brakes. We got this vehicle at a really great price used so I'm pretty sure they are at a great price new without having to lose the shirt off your back. The resale value is good. All and all the only trouble we have ever had from this vehicle is with the fuses blowing that control the cruise control and phone charger outlet.
accountCircle Sarah C
Safety of third row vehicle
Love the added room rom the third row. The space between the third row and the back window helps ease safety concerns that some third row vehicles have with the third row being mere inches away from the back glass. The front and back bumper both are steep which adds tremendous ease in safety concerns. Even being an older vehicle the engine still runs tremendously well for nearing 200000 miles. Feel like this was a great affordable option for my large family
accountCircle Tamara C
My car has over 242,000 miles and is still a powerhouse. Ice cold air since day 1 and beside a radiator and impossible to disconnect hoses I have never had a problem. GMC should have kept making these!!!
Again it's a powerhouse. No major problems and pushing 250,000 miles!
accountCircle roy h
Make sure and keep up with your oil changes, so that you don't diminish engine usage.
Its been running well, do regular maintenance. It has taking me places and has been reliable, and dependable.
accountCircle Bea K
It never let me down and I have good driving experience with it
The performance of my car is great driving feelings, very comfortable seats. I have a heater in built the seats what is very nice in cold days. The problems started after 7 or 8 years what I would say is a normal thing. And one year ago I had the problem with the transmission. 2 years ago it was the breaks. Right now I have the problem with the AC. But this car is old now and before the problems I have now I am still satisfied with my vehicle

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Angela J
It makes clunking noises like it is falling apart.
I dislike that you can only unlock it from the driver's side door. There is no other way to unlock any of the doors. The seat belts in the back seat are incredibly uncomfortable. I can't think of anything I particularly like about the vehicle.
accountCircle Theresa A
I love the choice of color especially how it handles. Driving is easier.
Always needs different car GMC is a good kind of truck I like that I can take my family on outings. What I dislike is that it always needs refueling.
accountCircle Bryan D
The body of my car is a bit scratched up on a door.
It's a good car. Every once in a while it has trouble starting. It has over 100,000 miles. It can get 12 gallons of gas.
accountCircle Hope R
Envoy XL, Truly Extra Large
The Envoy XL is generally a pretty good car. I personally am not a huge fan of mine, because it has a lot of problems (belts, doors) but that's more of a personal problem. The envoy XL has lots of space, it can carry all of my friends and all our stuff. It doesn't have the best gas mileage, but what it lacks in that area it makes up for in space.
accountCircle Lisa T
2002 GMC envoy. Great family vehicle.
Has plenty of space for car seats. Boise audio system. Drives great. Good mileage. Auto windows and locks. Rear heat and air controls.
accountCircle Randall G
Save money 4 next garage bill?.
I believe.... That the vehicle is a true lemon it gives me nothing but trouble cannot afFord to keep it on the road anymore..
accountCircle Joyce W
Good car with comfort and useable features.
Air spring was just replace! We had problems with the oil pressure sensor! Overall it is a good car, for the car has comfort and it also have an recorder in the car that you can use when someone walk up to you that you need to record, just push a button.
accountCircle Brandy R
Gas mileage is not that great.
Great car. Plenty of room. I have it for several years and haven't had any major problems. It is older but I love it.

GMC Envoy Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SLE
270 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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SLT
270 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 GMC Envoy Owner Reviews

4.05
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5 stars 40%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 19%
2 stars 8%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Alexis C on February 22, 2021
My car may be old, dented, and scratched up, but it's my car, and I take pride in it. I keep it clean. I try not to beat it up too much because it's the only car I've got.
My GMC Envoy is about 17 years old, and it still treats me well as a vehicle. It gets about 15 miles to the gallon on a good day, and it's had its fair share of repairs over the years, but it's still running well. I really wish it had better gas mileage, but I know that window for improvement is small, so I just kind of live with it.
accountCircle Garrett W on February 6, 2021
I purchased under a 100k miles and it seems like it was rarely ever driven.
Mostly a well built and smooth riding vehicle. I am fearful that the transmissions on these vehicles are known to be short lived.

Ranks #11 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2002 GMC Envoy has an average owner rating of 4.05 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 14 other Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #4 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2002 GMC Envoy has a combined MPG of 20 which ranks it #4 of 14 other Midsize SUVs.

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27 MPG
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24 MPG
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22 MPG
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20 MPG

Is The 2002 GMC Envoy A Good Car?

Yes even though it’s an 02 it still rides smooth so far no complaints I would be willing to purchase another
Victoria S.
Yes, very happy with it. Have had since November 2015 and I love the feel of driving it. You feel higher in it as your driving it not like you feel in a car low to the ground.
Lauren G.

How Reliable Is The 2002 GMC Envoy?

Very much so roomy comfortable I really do like my SUV as far as problems none at this time I'm happy with my envoy
Britt K.
It was and will be again. The last year it started giving me some problems and now one thing is going wrong and waiting on someone to look at it. But it's still drivable so it's still going strong.
Colleen F.

Is The 2002 GMC Envoy A Good Value?

I don’t know if this model is still available I purchased my in 2010 for 4000 dollars and like I said no complaints it’s 2019 still running I would like a new vehicle but I don't want the note there’s... Read More
Elizabeth B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the replacement cost for a 2002 GMC Envoy engine ?

Answer: The cost for an engine swap on a 2002 GMC Envoy largely depends on whether You want a new engine, or if You'll accept a junkyard one. Reports of "preowned" engines for the '02 Envoy typically place it around...

What is the 2002 GMC Envoy starter location?

Answer: The 2002 GMC Envoy starter is located on the bottom of the engine on the passenger side. It is just below the manifold.The starter is a small motor, powered by the battery. It gets the engine of Your car...

What's the 2002 gmc envoy door speaker size?

Answer: The 2002 GMC Envoy uses front door speakers that are 6¾ inches in size. As for the rear speakers, they are 5-¼ inches in size, with the dashboard speakers beinG3.5 inches. For exact specifications, make sure to...

What are some of the 2002 gmc envoy front differential problems?

Answer: Some of the 2002 GMC Envoy front differential problems are the front differential seizing up and leaking fluid from the differential. The differential is a key part of Your car that sends power from the engine...

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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