Established somewhere between big full-size vans and ubiquitous minivans are the mid-size GMC Safari and Chevrolet Astro. What sets the Safari and Astro apart is that they are larger than minivans without being monstrous. They have more power than minivans yet they can be driven easily in traffic. And -- most significant -- they are rear-wheel drive. While these mid-size GMC and Chevy vans may seem like technological throwbacks to some people, they serve a very real and valuable purpose to others: With powerful engines and rear-wheel drive, they can tow much heavier trailers than front-wheel-drive minivans can handle. These mid-size vans are a good choice when recreational pursuits include boats, camping trailers, jet skis, dirt bikes, race cars or anything else that rides to the play site, yet the vehicle is also needed to haul kids around. They are easier to maneuver in city traffic than manhandling a full-size van or sport-utility vehicle. We evaluated a GMC Safari in the mid-range SLE trim, but the Chevrolet Astro is practically identical to the Safari. Our Safari proved to be a great tow vehicle with plenty of size and power to deal comfortably with a trailer weighing 5500 pounds. GM's 4.3-liter V6 engine is a real workhorse with lots of torque for pulling heavy loads.
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Safari
2004
2004 GMC Safari
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2004 Standard All-Wheel Drive Cargo Van
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2004 Base All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 SLE All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 SLT All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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Select a Trim Price: - From $22,695
2004 Standard Rear-Wheel Drive Cargo Van
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2004 Standard Rear-Wheel Drive Cargo Van
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2004 Base Rear-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
Price: - From $24,195
2004 SLE Rear-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 SLT Rear-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 Standard All-Wheel Drive Cargo Van
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2004 Base All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 SLE All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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2004 SLT All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.3L V-6 / 190 HP / 250 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
16 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
2
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 4.3L V-6 / 190 HP / 250 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 16 / 21 / 18 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Short And Long Arm |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 27.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $103 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 170.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 189.8 " |
Exterior Width | 77.5 " |
Exterior Height | 75.0 " |
Front Headroom | 39.2 " |
Rear Headroom | |
Front Legroom | 41.6 " |
Rear Legroom | |
Front Shoulder Room | 64.0 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,953 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 111 " |
Turning Radius | 20.2 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 3 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Styled Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual / Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Gray |
Grille Moldings | Silver |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Partial Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Passlock |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / 100,000 Miles |
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SLE
Color: White
Price
$16,995
Mileage
41,208 mi
