Reviews: The 1997 GMC Safari
By Tom Smith
Introduction
The 1997 Safari is manufactured in UNITED STATES for GMC. It is GMC's entry into the EXTENDED CARGO VAN market. It has a retail price of $19,118 USD in 1997.
Safari Dimensions
In 1997 the Safari has an overall length of 189.80 inches and a width of 77.50 inches. It sits a total of 76.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 6.80 inches. Front headroom is 39.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Safari a turning radius of 39.50 inches. It uses 215/75R15 tires with a wheelbase of 111.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The Safari comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The 4.3L V6 OHV 12V engine gets 17 miles/gallon city and 23 miles/gallon highway off a 25.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Safari are also available.
Pricing
The Safari retails for $19,118 USD with a invoice price of $17,301 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Air Conditioning. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, Cruise Control, Tilt Steering, Cassette Player, Power Windows.
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The Safari seats 2 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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