1997 GMC Safari specs & colors

Mini-van, Passenger

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MSRP
111" WB RWD w/YF7
$19,061
111" WB RWD
$19,118
Ext 111" WB RWD
$19,702
111" WB AWD
$21,318
Ext 111" WB AWD
$21,902
$19,702
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1997 GMC Safari

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Key specs

Color options

Interior
Taupe
Dark Ruby Red
Gray
Navy

Packages

  • $2,688

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
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    $2,688

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
    • pwr windows

  • $3,328

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
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    $3,328

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
    • pwr windows/mirrors
    • roof console
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • luggage carrier
    • remote keyless entry

  • $0

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor

  • $3,816

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
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    $3,816

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • 8-passenger seating
    • deep tinted glass
    • pwr windows/mirrors
    • roof console
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • luggage carrier
    • remote keyless entry
    • 6-way pwr driver seat
    • aluminum wheels

  • $5,331

    Starting MSRP

    • SLT decor
    • uplevel 8-passenger seating
    • under-seat storage compartment
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    $5,331

    Starting MSRP

    • SLT decor
    • uplevel 8-passenger seating
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • luggage carrier
    • 6-way pwr driver seat

  • $1,257

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor
    • tilt wheel,speed control
    • pwr windows/ door locks
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    $1,257

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor
    • tilt wheel,speed control
    • pwr windows/ door locks
    • deep tinted glass
    • color-keyed rubber floor mats

Specifications

Highlights

Gas V6
Engine Type
16 City / 21 Hwy
MPG
190 hp
Horsepower
7
Seating Capacity

Brakes

Not Available
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
11.86 x 1.04 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
4-wheel
Brake ABS System
Not Available in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Not Available
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Power
Brake Type
Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Electrical

100
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
600
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Engine

4.3L/262
Displacement
250 @ 2800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
190 @ 4400
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Gas V6
Engine Type
A/T
4-Speed A/T
Transmission Options
16 City / 21 Hwy
MPG
11.7 qts
Total Cooling System Capacity

Measurements

38 in
Second Head Room
111 in
Wheelbase
47 in
Side Door Opening Height
64 in
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
Not Available in
Third Leg Room
Not Available in
Third Hip Room
N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Floor
7 in
Ground Clearance, Front
20 in
Step Up Height - Front
76 in
Height, Overall
39 in
Front Head Room
N/A
Length, Overall
N/A
Cargo Volume
52 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
33 in
Overhang, Front
N/A
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper
67 in
Second Shoulder Room
51 in
Second Hip Room
170 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
99 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
126 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console
65 in
Front Hip Room
Not Available in
Third Head Room
190 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper
57 in
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
Not Available ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 4
Not Available in
Third Shoulder Room
N/A
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume
42 in
Rear Door Opening Height
78 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
7 in
Ground Clearance, Rear
62 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
47 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height
37 in
Second Leg Room
N/A
Cab to End of Frame
57 in
Rear Door Opening Width
26 in
Ground to Top of Load Floor
5
Passenger Capacity
35 in
Side Door Opening Width
N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear
42 in
Front Leg Room
Not Available ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
17 in
Step Up Height - Side
104 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
N/A
Tailgate Width

Steering

N/A
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
40 ft
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
Power, speed-sensitive
Steering Type
41 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Suspension

Semi-floating
Axle Type - Rear
Stage spring
Suspension Type - Rear
Independent
Axle Type - Front
Coil spring
Suspension Type - Front

Tires & Wheels

Steel
Spare Wheel Material
15.0 x 6.0 in
Front Wheel Size
T145/80D16
Spare Tire Size
Steel
Front Wheel Material
16 x 4.0 in
Spare Wheel Size
P215/75R15
Rear Tire Size
P215/75R15
Front Tire Size
Steel
Rear Wheel Material
15.0 x 6.0 in
Rear Wheel Size

Weight & Capacity

4,500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Not Available gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
550 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
4,188 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
0 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
2,348 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
0 lbs
Total Option Weight
9,000 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
25 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Base Curb Weight
Not Available lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity
5,950 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
1,762 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
Not Available lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1,840 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
4,188 lbs
Curb Weight
2,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
1,762 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
5,950 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
200 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

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