1998 GMC Safari specs & colors

Mini-van, Passenger

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MSRP
Ext 111" WB RWD
$20,238
111.2" WB AWD
$21,804
Ext 111" WB AWD
$22,538
$20,238
Starting MSRP
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1998 GMC Safari

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Key specs

Color options

Interior
Taupe
Dark Ruby Red
Navy
Pewter Gray

Packages

  • $0

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor

  • $4,184

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • pwr windows
    • deep tinted glass
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    $4,184

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • pwr windows
    • deep tinted glass
    • pwr mirrors
    • roof console
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • dual illum visor vanity mirrors
    • ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette/auto tone control
    • remote keyless entry
    • roof-mounted luggage carrier
    • 6-way pwr driver seat
    • brushed aluminum wheels

  • $5,799

    Starting MSRP

    • SLT decor
    • roof-mounted luggage carrier
    • 6-way pwr driver seat
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    $5,799

    Starting MSRP

    • SLT decor
    • roof-mounted luggage carrier
    • 6-way pwr driver seat
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • ETR AM/FM stereo w/CD player

  • $3,395

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • pwr windows
    • deep tinted glass
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    $3,395

    Starting MSRP

    • SLE decor
    • pwr windows
    • deep tinted glass
    • pwr mirrors
    • roof console
    • under-seat storage compartment
    • dual illum visor vanity mirrors
    • ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette/auto tone control

  • $2,136

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor
    • tilt wheel
    • speed control
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    $2,136

    Starting MSRP

    • SLX decor
    • tilt wheel
    • speed control
    • convenience net
    • pwr door locks/windows
    • deep tinted windows
    • courtesy/dual reading lamps
    • uplevel 8-passenger seating
    • uplevel grille,composite headlamps
    • body-side moldings
    • silver-painted wheels

Specifications

Highlights

Gas V6
Engine Type
16 City / 20 Hwy
MPG
190 hp
Horsepower
7
Seating Capacity

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

250 @ 2800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Gas V6
Engine Type
190 @ 4400
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
4.3L/262
Displacement
A/T
4-Speed A/T
Transmission Options
16 City / 20 Hwy
MPG
11.7 qts
Total Cooling System Capacity

Measurements

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

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

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

Weight & Capacity

4,164 lbs
Curb Weight
1,786 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
Not Available gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
0 lbs
Total Option Weight
200 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
550 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,813 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Base Curb Weight
4,500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1,786 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
4,164 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity
2,351 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
9,000 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
0 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
25 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
5,950 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
5,950 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

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