The Lowdown: 2003 GMC Safari
By Jack Bregman
The 2003 GMC Safari
Made in UNITED STATES for GMC, the Safari for 2003 is a leader in the 8-seat EXTENDED SPORTS VAN segment. It retailed for $23,690 USD with a dealer cost of $21,439 USD.
Fuel Economy
The Safari's generous 4.3L V6 OHV 12V engine has been measured to get 16 miles/gallon city driving with a 27.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The Safari retails for $23,690 USD with a invoice price of $21,439 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
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 Disc.
Safari Dimensions
The 2003 Safari has standard length of 189.80 inches and a width of 77.50 inches. The Safari rides 75.00 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 6.80 inches. Front headroom is 39.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Safari a radius of 40.50 inches. It uses 215/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 111.20 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag. Safari optional equipment may include Locking Differential, Keyless Entry, Leather Steering Wheel, Trip Computer, Cassette Player.
Exterior color choices include Cadet Blue Metallic/Light Autumnwood Metallic, Cadet Blue Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Dark Bronzemist Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic/Light Autumnwood Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Forest Green Metallic/Light Autumnwood Metallic, Forest Green Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Light Autumnwood Metallic, Medium Dark Teal Metallic, Medium Dark Teal Metallic/Light Autumnwood Metallic, Medium Dark Teal Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Pewter Metallic, Storm Gray Metallic/Pewter Metallic, Summit White, Summit White/Light Autumnwood Metallic, Summit White/Pewter Metallic with interior choices of Neutral Custom Cloth Interior, Neutral Deluxe Cloth Interior, Neutral Leather Seating Surfaces, Pewter Custom Cloth Interior, Pewter Deluxe Cloth Interior, Pewter Leather Seating Surfaces. The Safari seats 8 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The regular warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 36 month/36,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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