2008 GMC Envoy Review

The 2008 GMC Envoy offers good engine choices in the V8 and inline six. GMC's new Envoy has excellent towing capabilities and is a perfect vehicle for the off-road excursionist. With its spacious front and back interior, the 2008 GMC Envoy includes the addition of standard XM Satellite Radio and has been reviewed as a comfortable ride. Furthermore, all models, including the base SLE, SLT, and Denali come as either a two or four wheel drive.

This conservative yet rugged, well engineered SUV, boasts excellent maneuverability and a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. With mid-size SUVs gaining more popularity among families, the attention-getting GMC Envoy is an entreating selection. Envoy's 4x4 balances out heavy loads and provides adequate equipment such as 17-inch alloy wheels, full power accessories, CD stereo, dual-zone air-conditioning, stability control, and a trailer hitch.

Along with its marked expressive style, the SLT or Denali has special sound insolation for a more quiet interior. A rear entertainment system and side curtain air-bags are available on all GMC Envoys, but a soft, leatherlike interior and a Bose sound system come in the Denali. Select the engine of your choice from the 300 horsepower, 5.3-liter V8 in the Denali to a 291 horsepower, 4.2-liter inline six in the SLE and SLT.

GMC's Envoy handles easily with rich accommodations for a smooth, restful drive. Along with style and comfort, the Envoy has eighty cubic feet of cargo space, providing enough luggage space for a family of four. The 285 horsepower vortec 4.2L 16 engine, (2 & 4 wheel drive) EPA estimated MPG: 14city - 20 highway. Price range: $28,365 to $34,405.

Envoy Denali's extra amenities enhance the pleasure with its 300 horsepower vortec 5.3L V8 engine EPA estimated MPG: 14 city - 20 highway. 2 & 4 wheel drive - 13 city - 19 highway. Price range: $35,355 to $37,490.