2008 GMC Envoy Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
13 -14 City / 19 -20 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
285 -300
Seats
2 -5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle James S
Envoy is reliable transportation.
We have had no maintenance issues with maintenance. Its gas mileage is not great. It dies a good job towing the camper.
accountCircle Whitney P
The half open window. I can open just half with the window or the whole hatch.
Very reliable, all features are comfortable. One downside is the year. Less new features. But never had any problems with it. Leather seats are great. The seats can be folded down for more storage or hauling. The vehicles has a hitch hook-up.
accountCircle Linda M
Very comfortable ride for everyone.
You get great gas mileage with this vehicle. The hatchback is very handy for loading groceries and other things. It also makes it easy to unload things. The seats are very comfortable, especially if you are traveling a long distance. The tinted windows are great for keeping the sun and bright light out of our eyes.
accountCircle Mari V
The Envoy is very spacious; you can use it for anything and everything!
I love everything about my GMC Envoy, its roomy, comfy, easy to drive, it's an amazing family car! I love it.
accountCircle Liz B
GMC Envoy large SUV but drives like a car.
The GMC Envoy provides a very smooth ride. The size is large enough to transport several people and supplies or luggage but is not too big to drive.
accountCircle Brandis D
The Good Family Car. It is a great truck for hauling things as well.
My truck is a 4 door SUV which I love it needs some minor work done to the body and sensors but other than that it's a great family vehicle. I haven't got to travel in it yet but I'm ready to test it out. It is good for day to day work, picking up kids your usual day to day errands and also is good on gas to the mile.
accountCircle Jessica N
Envoy great car drives great.
No problems very comfortable and reliable I love mine do not have anything bad to say about it drives smooth and is great in the snow. Has plenty of room for kids and is great on gas one thing I do not like is the back seat do not fold down flat so it is hard if you need to haul anything big other then that it is a great everyday car.
accountCircle Beth F
It's very comfortable and roomy.
I like how comfortable it is. It is roomy. It doesn't get good gas mileage.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Cirene J
Others should know that it's a good car from a good american company that is made in the USA.
I like that it is easy to drive and has a lot of features. I dislike the way the inside is set up. I wish the seats were more moveable. Overall it's ok.
accountCircle Ferrell R
It is blue in color Its four wheel drive.
A/c works sometime it has been wreck a few time by another owner cig burns all over the inside it makes a lot of noise front end needs work just a vehicle that has not been kelp up.
accountCircle Kathy K
Basic model but reliable and comfortable
I have really enjoyed my vehicle. I can't say that I have had any major issues or problems other than what would be expected as time goes by. I have had no issues with performance. It has been a very reliable vehicle for me. It is fairly comfortable m, I don't have any major complaints. I do wish that I had a backup display, that would be something that I could really use. But overall I have been very pleased and have enjoyed my vehicle.
accountCircle Ed D
The envoy of 2008 that has GMC in questions of themselves.
The lights on the dashboard are always on regardless if you had it worked on or not. If you value yourself. I would get it. I have had the car for 8 months now. I do suggest that GMC make envoys more easier to work on instead of taking it to the shop.
accountCircle Christina M
I believe the space/size of this vehicle make it completely worth the purchase.
I really truly love the space inside that I have and the trunk is huge so my kids can bring along toys or whatever needed while visiting relatives. It's been mostly reliable although if something does go wrong this type of vehicle can be very expensive to fix. The heated seats are definitely a plus and the size is perfect for my family.
accountCircle Jodi B
Very nice! Wheel bearings always go out. Nice that inside!
You have to replace wheel bearings often. Nice to look at.
accountCircle Helen F
The Envoy is a very reliable vehicle if just the right one is identified as a possible car.
I have had an Envoy before that I would rate a 10. This one is a used one that was not as well maintained and has some issues that were not evident when I purchased it. My comfort level with just getting into it and driving anytime is greatly diminished. It has electrical problems and not easily diagnosed or corrected little problems. Instead of becoming my new long term vehicle. It is my " will do" until I can do better car. I really liked Envoys before this one. I like that the brand has been sturdy and reliable before. That comfort level lead me to replace my older car with this newer model of the same brand.
accountCircle Lori L
I love my vehicle but wish it didn't have the issues it does:)
I love the way my vehicle looks.. It rides very comfortably. There is a lot of room which is great because I have 5 dogs. For an SUV it gets good gas mileage. But.. I have had issues with the engine light coming on and the 2 garages I've brought it to can't figure out why and no codes are coming up. I am also having issues with the anti lock brake system after spending quite a bit of money getting it fixed. I finally had to have them disconnect the fuse. Now I don't have anti lock brakes and my dashboard is lit up like a Christmas tree..

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 Fleet
285 HP 17-17 MPG 2-5 Seats
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SLE1
285 HP 17-17 MPG 2-5 Seats
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SLE2
285 HP 17-17 MPG 2-5 Seats
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SLT
285 HP 17-17 MPG 2-5 Seats
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Denali
300 HP 16-16 MPG 2-5 Seats
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2008 GMC Envoy Owner Reviews

4.06
63 Reviews
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5 stars 40%
4 stars 32%
3 stars 24%
2 stars 5%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Bonnie M on April 1, 2021
Love my spacious GMC. Handle well.
I love my car it handles well on all kinds of roads even snow. Good gas mileage. It handles well. There is 3 gears in it that helps hold you back when going down hills to help save on the brakes. Spacious and roomy. Adjustable steering wheel. Cup holders front and back. And spacious room in the hatch for a lot of stuff.
accountCircle Elizabeth S on March 31, 2021
It is super reliable. It has been a great vehicle.
My Envoy is sporty. It is comfortable. It is roomy and fun to drive.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Ivan Q.

Good size. 4 Wheel drive. Decent on gas. Plenty of passenger space and lots of trunk space. Handles really good in all types of weather. Good sound system. It has a sunroof and abs, alarm system and OnStar.

likeFilled Alex L.

Good gas mileage and very good handling in snow and ice. The vehicle has three different settings of those is 2Wd, 4Wd high, and 4Wd low which makes the diversity for different terrains very handy. The gas mileage is also great for short distances.

likeFilled Paige D.

Handles well. Not many mechanical problems. Lots of storage space. Able to fit many people in the car. High off the ground. All of the interfaces are easy to read and everything makes sense. Able to adjust the seats very easy.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Ivan Q.

Hard to park in tight spaces. Expensive to fill gas to full. Ac not the best and heat does not heat high enough. Expensive to upkeep and maintain. The sunroof is now leaking and is very expensive to fix. Have tried a couple of times to fix but it still leaks. Might have to seal it.

dislikeFilled Alex L.

If the torsion bars are not tightened enough it makes it difficult to drive on bumpy roads. The factory settings for the shocks are the bumpiest and it is an extra cost to get it tightened to ensure a smooth ride.

dislikeFilled Paige D.

That GMC does not make any more envoys. To get a new radio in costs a lot more money due to the fact that GMC does something weird with their wiring. It is easy to scrape off the paint. Some bumps in the road can feel pretty bad.

Ranks #16 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2008 GMC Envoy has an average owner rating of 3.82 out of 5 which ranks it #16 of 20 other Midsize SUVs.

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2008 Toyota 4Runner
4.64
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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
4.61
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2008 GMC Envoy
4.06

Ranks #6 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2008 GMC Envoy has a combined MPG of 22 which ranks it #6 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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2008 Subaru Outback
26 MPG
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
24 MPG
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2008 GMC Envoy
20 MPG

Is The 2008 GMC Envoy A Good Car?

Very comfortable vehicle. Fun to drive and still runs strong. Interior is very nice and vehicle is quite spacious.
James K.
Yes it is. Very little works been done to it. Still runs good only had a major repairs mostly due to upkeep
Joshua E.

How Reliable Is The 2008 GMC Envoy?

I have not experienced any major problems with mine. No leaks or loss of power. Some say the rear end is prone to failure.
James K.
Minor issues. Comes with daily upkeep wear and tear. Most that needs fixing is interior things. Need new seat and console in it because there bikes
Chelsea A.

Is The 2008 GMC Envoy A Good Value?

What I paid for my envoy made it a good value. I paid 3,200 dollars for my vehicle. If the price is more than 4,000 the value is not as good.
James K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 GMC Envoy temperature sensor location?

Answer: The 2008 GMC Envoy thermostat is in the thermostat housing on the lower coolant line. The thermostat is what measures the temperature of the coolant running through the line, and from there it can determine...
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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety