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2003 GMC Safari Cargo MPG & fuel economy

The 2003 GMC Safari Cargo is a van offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 17 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2002 model. Among 16 vans rated for 2003, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,735 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 15 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,735 15,000 mi/yr · $18.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2003 #2 of 16 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2003 GMC Safari Cargo's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 2003 Vans

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  1. 1Chevrolet Astro Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  2. 2GMC Safari Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  3. 3Ford E150 Econoline16 MPG $2,906
  4. 4Chevrolet Astro Passenger16 MPG $2,906
  5. 5GMC Safari Passenger16 MPG $2,906
  6. 16Chevrolet Van 150013 MPG $3,577
2003 Safari CargoOther vansClass median: $3,100/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Safari Cargo MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Safari 2WD (cargo)		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Safari 2WD Conversion (cargo)		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Safari AWD (cargo)		 Gas 14 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Safari AWD Conversion (cargo)		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

2003 GMC Safari Cargo vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Astro Cargo 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford E150 Econoline 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Safari Cargo saves $171/yr vs Chevrolet Astro Passenger 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Safari Cargo saves $171/yr vs Chevrolet Van 1500/2500 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Safari Cargo saves $365/yr vs Chevrolet Express Passenger 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Safari Cargo saves $365/yr vs Chevrolet Van 15/25 Conversion 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Safari Cargo saves $365/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2003 GMC Safari Cargo?

Up to 17 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 14 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2003 GMC Safari Cargo use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 GMC Safari Cargo?

The 2003 GMC Safari Cargo's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 GMC Safari Cargo per year?

About $2,735 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $18.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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