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  • Reg Cab 108" WB
    Starts at
    $12,108
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,208 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 118" WB
    Starts at
    $12,772
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,532 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 108" WB LS (CMI)
    Starts at
    $12,975
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,208 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Reg Cab Sportside 108" WB LS (CMI)
    Starts at
    $13,175
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Reg Cab 108" WB LS
    Starts at
    $13,289
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,208 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Reg Cab 118" WB LS
    Starts at
    $13,640
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,532 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Reg Cab Sportside 108" WB LS
    Starts at
    $13,765
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Ext Cab 123" WB LS L4 (CMI)
    Starts at
    $14,975
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,362 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Ext Cab Sptside 123" WB LS L4 (CMI)
    Starts at
    $15,175
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,356 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Ext Cab 123" WB LS
    Starts at
    $15,340
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,362 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • Ext Cab Sportside 123" WB LS
    Starts at
    $15,815
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,356 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Ext Cab 123" WB LS V6 (CMI)
    Starts at
    $16,175
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,362 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Ext Cab Sptside 123" WB LS V6 (CMI)
    Starts at
    $16,375
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,356 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 108" WB 4WD
    Starts at
    $16,651
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,101 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 118" WB 4WD
    Starts at
    $16,983
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,529 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 108" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $17,842
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,101 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 118" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $18,269
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,529 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab Sportside 108" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $18,292
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,097 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Ext Cab 123" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $19,742
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    899 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Ext Cab Sportside 123" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $20,192
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    913 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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Expert 1998 Chevrolet S-10 review

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When we think of trucks, we think of cowboys, not high school kids who want a status vehicle or moms who are sick of minivans. That’s why the 1998 Chevrolet S10 with the ZR2 sport performance bundle is so appealing. Even though it’s a compact, the S10 honors the true nature of that most American of vehicles with a practical, workhorse spirit – plus it can handle an offroad workout with ease.

Despite its merits, Paul argued that a Ford or Toyota truck might be a better choice. Here’s why:

He: OK, put me on the spot right from the start, huh? My point is, if you’re simply shopping for the best-built compact truck, I’d stop first at a Ford or Toyota dealership. All right, I’ve got that off my chest. Now, let’s talk about pickup personalities. I would never refer to a truck as “huggable” or “cute,” but the Chevy S10 seems an awful lot more warm and fuzzy than most of its competitors. That’s taking nothing away from the ZR2 package, which really extends the S10’s offroad capability. We had a really decked-out extended-cab model with the third door, and it straddled the fence perfectly between the workaday world and the leisure set – not too macho, not too cute.

She: Sounds like a description of the ideal husband. I’ve always liked the S10’s softer exterior design, which is not nearly as brutal-looking as the Dodge Dakota. But this is no “driveway” truck either. The ZR2 package, which is offered only on 4×4 models with LS trim, is just right for the offroad crowd. You get the 180-horsepower 4.3-liter V-6 engine, which has plenty of muscle. Plus you get beefier axles and tires, and heavy-duty Bilstein shocks, a good brand name. I have a few gripes – the ride is really harsh and choppy on the highway, and the 4×4 is harder to climb up into because it sits higher off the ground.

He: That’s the downside of being 5-foot-3. If you don’t really need four-wheel drive, better to skip the whole ZR2 deal and go with a 4×2 model with the optional SQ8 sport suspension. You’ll get a smoother ride, and even a shrimp like you will be able to jump in with no problem. I’d stick with the extended cab, though. The third door is pretty useful, too, for stashing stuff behind the seats. I’m not sure I’d want to ride very far in those rear jump seats, especially in a 4×4.

She: I like the cabin on the S10. This is not a luxury vehicle – despite the $25,000-plus sticker – but it’s very friendly, with all the controls intuitively laid out for easy use. And that third door is tremendous – very practical, especially if you’re hauling kids or groceries.

He: I liked the concept of the extra door on the extended cab. So why not offer four instead of three, like the Ranger is doing in May? Chevy builds and sells a four-door S10 pickup down in South America, and I hope they bring it here soon. As far as the three-door goes, I thought the trim around the upper latch on the driver’s side looked a bit rough and shoddy. Some of the other trim di dn’t fit together well either, which bugged me on a $25,000 vehicle.

She: You’re not giving Chevrolet credit for all the attention to safety. They added a passenger-side air bag this year with a cutoff switch if you have to put a child in that seat. The S10 also comes with standard four-wheel anti-lock brakes and daytime running lights, plus four-wheel power disc brakes on the 4×4 model. Traction control would have been a nice addition for when you’re traveling in two-wheel drive on the highway. But then there are all kinds of other thoughtful features, such as battery-rundown protection and automatic headlight control – even Scotchguard fabric protector for the seats. Plus you get a three-year/36,000-mile roadside assistance package.

He: I know what you’re getting at. It’s a neat bundle, even if the 1SR preferred equipment package bumps the price up nearly $5,000, after you figure in the discount. Twenty-five grand is a lot of dough, but at Chevrolet, it buys a lot of t k.

She: I really like the Chevy brand. It says a lot to me. When it comes to trucks, I’d buy a Chevrolet over, say, a Nissan. That Chevy bowtie says I’m being practical, that I’m buying into the heritage behind the Chevy brand. It reminds me of Sears. You want to buy a tool, you go to Sears. You want to buy a serious truck, you go to Chevy.

He: So now you’re going to cheese off Nissan and Kmart.

She: And I’ll never be able to show my face at Target either.

1998 Chevrolet S10 with ZR2

Type: Four-wheel-drive, four-passenger pickup truck

Price: Base, $19,582; as tested, $25,458 (including $510 destination charge)

Standard equipment: Four-wheel power disc brakes, Anti-theft system, Variable intermittent wipers

Safety features: Dual air bags with deactivation switch for passenger air bag, Four-wheel anti-lock brakes

Options on test vehicle: CD player ($200), Third door ($375), Tinted glass ($115), Equipment group 1SR ($5,835) including air conditioning, leather-wrapped steering wheel, tachometer, front floor mats, rear step bumper, fleetside body, wide-stance sport performance package, shield package, V-6 engine, four-speed automatic with overdrive, locking differential, 3.73 rear axle ratio, 15″x 7″ bright aluminum wheels, 31×10.5R-15 on-off road blackwall tires, reclining high-back bucket seats, power door locks, windows and mirrors, tilt steering and speed control, keyless entry

EPA fuel economy: 16 mpg city/21 mpg highway

Engine: 4.3-liter V-6; 180 hp at 4,400 rpm; 240 lb-ft torque at 2,800 rpm

Transmission: Four-speed automatic

Where built: Shreveport, La.

1998 Chevrolet S-10 review: Our expert's take
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When we think of trucks, we think of cowboys, not high school kids who want a status vehicle or moms who are sick of minivans. That’s why the 1998 Chevrolet S10 with the ZR2 sport performance bundle is so appealing. Even though it’s a compact, the S10 honors the true nature of that most American of vehicles with a practical, workhorse spirit – plus it can handle an offroad workout with ease.

Despite its merits, Paul argued that a Ford or Toyota truck might be a better choice. Here’s why:

He: OK, put me on the spot right from the start, huh? My point is, if you’re simply shopping for the best-built compact truck, I’d stop first at a Ford or Toyota dealership. All right, I’ve got that off my chest. Now, let’s talk about pickup personalities. I would never refer to a truck as “huggable” or “cute,” but the Chevy S10 seems an awful lot more warm and fuzzy than most of its competitors. That’s taking nothing away from the ZR2 package, which really extends the S10’s offroad capability. We had a really decked-out extended-cab model with the third door, and it straddled the fence perfectly between the workaday world and the leisure set – not too macho, not too cute.

She: Sounds like a description of the ideal husband. I’ve always liked the S10’s softer exterior design, which is not nearly as brutal-looking as the Dodge Dakota. But this is no “driveway” truck either. The ZR2 package, which is offered only on 4×4 models with LS trim, is just right for the offroad crowd. You get the 180-horsepower 4.3-liter V-6 engine, which has plenty of muscle. Plus you get beefier axles and tires, and heavy-duty Bilstein shocks, a good brand name. I have a few gripes – the ride is really harsh and choppy on the highway, and the 4×4 is harder to climb up into because it sits higher off the ground.

He: That’s the downside of being 5-foot-3. If you don’t really need four-wheel drive, better to skip the whole ZR2 deal and go with a 4×2 model with the optional SQ8 sport suspension. You’ll get a smoother ride, and even a shrimp like you will be able to jump in with no problem. I’d stick with the extended cab, though. The third door is pretty useful, too, for stashing stuff behind the seats. I’m not sure I’d want to ride very far in those rear jump seats, especially in a 4×4.

She: I like the cabin on the S10. This is not a luxury vehicle – despite the $25,000-plus sticker – but it’s very friendly, with all the controls intuitively laid out for easy use. And that third door is tremendous – very practical, especially if you’re hauling kids or groceries.

He: I liked the concept of the extra door on the extended cab. So why not offer four instead of three, like the Ranger is doing in May? Chevy builds and sells a four-door S10 pickup down in South America, and I hope they bring it here soon. As far as the three-door goes, I thought the trim around the upper latch on the driver’s side looked a bit rough and shoddy. Some of the other trim di dn’t fit together well either, which bugged me on a $25,000 vehicle.

She: You’re not giving Chevrolet credit for all the attention to safety. They added a passenger-side air bag this year with a cutoff switch if you have to put a child in that seat. The S10 also comes with standard four-wheel anti-lock brakes and daytime running lights, plus four-wheel power disc brakes on the 4×4 model. Traction control would have been a nice addition for when you’re traveling in two-wheel drive on the highway. But then there are all kinds of other thoughtful features, such as battery-rundown protection and automatic headlight control – even Scotchguard fabric protector for the seats. Plus you get a three-year/36,000-mile roadside assistance package.

He: I know what you’re getting at. It’s a neat bundle, even if the 1SR preferred equipment package bumps the price up nearly $5,000, after you figure in the discount. Twenty-five grand is a lot of dough, but at Chevrolet, it buys a lot of t k.

She: I really like the Chevy brand. It says a lot to me. When it comes to trucks, I’d buy a Chevrolet over, say, a Nissan. That Chevy bowtie says I’m being practical, that I’m buying into the heritage behind the Chevy brand. It reminds me of Sears. You want to buy a tool, you go to Sears. You want to buy a serious truck, you go to Chevy.

He: So now you’re going to cheese off Nissan and Kmart.

She: And I’ll never be able to show my face at Target either.

1998 Chevrolet S10 with ZR2

Type: Four-wheel-drive, four-passenger pickup truck

Price: Base, $19,582; as tested, $25,458 (including $510 destination charge)

Standard equipment: Four-wheel power disc brakes, Anti-theft system, Variable intermittent wipers

Safety features: Dual air bags with deactivation switch for passenger air bag, Four-wheel anti-lock brakes

Options on test vehicle: CD player ($200), Third door ($375), Tinted glass ($115), Equipment group 1SR ($5,835) including air conditioning, leather-wrapped steering wheel, tachometer, front floor mats, rear step bumper, fleetside body, wide-stance sport performance package, shield package, V-6 engine, four-speed automatic with overdrive, locking differential, 3.73 rear axle ratio, 15″x 7″ bright aluminum wheels, 31×10.5R-15 on-off road blackwall tires, reclining high-back bucket seats, power door locks, windows and mirrors, tilt steering and speed control, keyless entry

EPA fuel economy: 16 mpg city/21 mpg highway

Engine: 4.3-liter V-6; 180 hp at 4,400 rpm; 240 lb-ft torque at 2,800 rpm

Transmission: Four-speed automatic

Where built: Shreveport, La.

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.0 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
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Comfort 3.5
Interior 3.4
Performance 3.4
Value 4.0
Exterior 3.9
Reliability 4.1

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  • This has been my first vehicle and it's so easy to drive.

    This has been my first vehicle and it's so easy to drive. Super fun too! Perfect for street driving around town and any small projects. It's super easy to park and it has excellent visibility out the back and sides. I've loved it and I'm sure you will too.
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Mine is pushing 300000

    I have a 20000 2.2 with manual trans that is pushing 300000 miles . I have had some minor usual repairers like alternator, starter , radiator but nothing major and it always starts .
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • High miler

    Bought used low mileage years ago, now has 278000 on it. Mostly Hiway miles. Other than the usual parts, it's been very reliable. Hope for 300,000, then think about something else. Always has rode rough unless loaded, and the 2.2 isn't a powerhouse by any means. These little trucks are a little heavy (3200 lbs) so the 4 cylinder isn't really up to the task. That said, these really are trucks and not a toy. Still like mine!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    8 people out of 8 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • In family since new.

    Very reliable, Lacks Power w/4cyl. Manual trans. 28mpg. Very few repairs needed @ 166K. Sets for extended periods & still starts. (Winter included) Drove for 10hrs @ a time with minimal discomfort.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Not too shabby.

    Purchased at low miles. Drove until I destroyed engine just under 200k. Drove with cooling system problems without fixing. Stupid... 1k for a clutch. I ride clutches so my bad. Besides my mistakes it was a reliable truck. Not a comfy ride but that's most small trucks. Overall very happy.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Most Car Efficient Car I’ve Ever Owned

    Never shut off on me. It drives good and has a decent sound system. $25 will fill up the tank and last for a while.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Was great, till it wasn't

    The truck is nothing special. It gets what it needs to get done and it does it well. The 2.2L engine does feel very gutless. Merging onto the freeway, I'd have my foot slammed on the accelerator and it'd slowly get up to speed. But recently it's been causing a headache in the family. The downstream O2 sensor failed and so we replaced to no avail, it came back. Truck has been towed twice because we don't have the space to work on it. Just wish it wasn't old and a GM car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • Would be awesome if it lasted

    Its a good truck in that it can do most everything you need in a truck. I have the extra duty suspension with the longer bed and can pretty much haul anything the full size do. Interior is plain vanilla but very serviceable. Exterior again plain but not ugly either. The biggest negative is the horrible reliability. Ater 100k miles it literally starts one problem after another. It's like it was designed to fall apart at 100k to force a new purchase. Totally unacceptable even for a 98 vehicle. Parts are cheap and easy to install but the cost adds up fast when you start replacing everything.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Good, solid, smaller pick-up.

    Small interior but reliable motor and drivetrain. Solid brakes. Smooth shifting. A good all around, economic pick up truck that I would recommend to anyone
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Awesome little truck

    I got this truck as soon as I got my drivers license. Like any teenage boy your gonna be rough on vehicles and the s-10 did great. Even so much as when my little brother got his license he got to drive it too. I recommend this truck to anyone they run forever
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Lil Red

    I've owned this vehicle for about 10k miles so far and a little over a year. I have the single cab 2.2 liter ls version (2wd). Not a bad little truck. I have had ease finding many after market parts to put on this to keep it with the traditional "mini truck" scene. I get looks and people stop me and talk to me about my 4,000$ truck all the time which was surprising. Doesn't take much to make these things look pretty good. Believe it or not you can fit a lot in this truck bed. The overall ride I don't much remember as I've upgraded the whole suspension and wheel/tire package. The one thing I do hate about this truck is the 2.2 does not like to go up large hills and has a heck of a time getting to 70 mph on the interstate. But once it does..rides good, rpms stay consistent. OEM parts are CHEAP for this thing. They are known for slight electrical problems (mine has 35k original miles and reverse light failure due to shortage in one of the wires). Overall...solid, cheap truck and you can actually tow more than you think you can with these things.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Owned for 10 Years

    I've owned the 2.2 liter five speed manual version of this truck for ten years. It is dependable and reliable and mine has 175000 miles on it. As long as you keep up on the oil changes and maintenance this truck should easily run 250000 miles on the original engine and transmission.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1998 Chevrolet S-10?

The 1998 Chevrolet S-10 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (4 styles)
  • LS (16 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1998 Chevrolet S-10?

The 1998 Chevrolet S-10 offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1998 Chevrolet S-10?

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Is the 1998 Chevrolet S-10 reliable?

The 1998 Chevrolet S-10 has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1998 Chevrolet S-10 owners.

Is the 1998 Chevrolet S-10 a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1998 Chevrolet S-10. 81.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.0 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.5
  • Interior: 3.4
  • Performance: 3.4
  • Value: 4.0
  • Exterior: 3.9
  • Reliability: 4.1
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