2001 GMC Sonoma SLS 4WD CREW CAB review from North America
"Poorly engineered transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The sending unit in the gas tank needed replacement when brand new. It took the dealership three tries to order and install the correct part.
The dealership misaligned the fuel door after repairing the sending unit in the gas tank. It took another visit to correct this problem.
The seals around the front windows were missing the clips that hold them in place. They would start to come off the vehicle in a stiff breeze.
There is also a loud vibration from the rear end while pulling away from a dead stop after the car has been running non-stop for about twenty miles. It has been in the shop twice for this problem and the dealership is unable to duplicate the problem.
General comments?
With the heavy-duty suspension package and the 3.73 ratio rear end, this truck is generally a slow performer and it gets poor gas mileage. The sticker suggests 15 / 20. I have generally observed 12 / 17.
The ride is however good for a four wheel drive truck. And passengers in the rear seats say that there is plenty of leg room and the ride is comfortable.
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  | Overall it would be great for local driving and small work |
| Reliable |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 12500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2002 |