DecodedCars2008 GMC Envoy
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Denali, 4dr SUV 4WD Sle/Slt
- Engines
- 5.3L 8-cyl, 4.2L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- 191.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,542–4,802 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 GMC Envoy is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (5.3L 8-cyl and 4.2L 6-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 192 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,802 lb (4dr SUV 4WD Denali).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 10% worse than the 2008 SUV - average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the exterior lighting.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Envoy — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Envoy →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Denali | 191.7 in | 74.4 in | 72 in | 113 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 4,802 lb | 54/46 |
| 4dr SUV 4WD Sle/Slt | 191.7 in | 74.4 in | 72 in | 113 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 4,542 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envoy 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 17 | -10% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Envoy 2WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -15% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Envoy 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -8% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Envoy 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 16 | -8% | $4,200 | 555 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 GMC Envoy under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 GMC Envoy (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 15 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2008 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 26 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 GMC Envoy.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2008 GMC Envoy is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2008 GMC Envoy buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Exterior Lighting — 15 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Electrical System — 9 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) — 5 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 119,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 GMC Envoy. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Envoy years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Envoy | 17 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 11 |
| 2007 Envoy | 17 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 121 |
| 2006 Envoy | 17 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 158 |
| 2005 Envoy | 16 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 99 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →