Overview & Reviews

The S-10 gets a sheet metal makeover and a new interior with dual airbags that incorporate second-generation technology for reduced force deployments. The basic four-cylinder engine benefits from Vortec technology this year, while 4WD models now have four-wheel disc brakes and a more refined transfer case on trucks with an automatic transmission. New radios, automatic headlight control and a standard theft-deterrent system sum up the changes.

• Fuel efficient base engine. Sporty styling. Powerful optional V6. Handy third door option.

• Shabby build quality. Low seating positions. Rattly third door option.

User Reviews:

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  Great Little Truck - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By S-10 Lover - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Purchased my S10 LS extended cab new and added a bed liner and topper. Had trouble with the seat back latch breaking off but Chevy replaced those at no cost. Also developed a minor oil leak after 30,000 miles but hasnt gotten any worse with nearly 50,000 miles on the odometer. Great fuel economy with the 4 cylinder engine but not much pickup around town. Highway driving is a different story-the engine will keep up with the cruise control demands with little variation at almost any speed you want. Fun to drive with the 5-speed manuel. Very reliable and a real work horse.

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  98 S-10 Ext Cab Pickup - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By hoch2820 - March 13 - 2:00 am

  Original truck was 1.06 inches lower on left side. After much stalling, and finally arbitration, GM replaced w/truck that was 0.8 inches lower! Performance OK. Engine much smoother than 92. Brake problems persist. Had to replace pads & turn front rotors at 19,400 miles, at my own expense. Construction somewhat shoddy (poor fitup in sheet metal on roof).

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  Hmmmmmm..... - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By Matt R - March 11 - 2:00 am

  Well, I cant say I havent been totally dispointed.. But, I have owned this truck since it was brand new. I had to replace the transmission at 35,000 miles (which sucks). My wiper blades went out and than broke. But, other than that this truck has never has left be stuck somewhere. Its gets okay gas mileage. The performance sucks, it doesnt have a lot of pick up, but that is probably because I have an auto.

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  Nice Little Truck - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By snorenore - February 14 - 2:00 am

  Bought my truck 2 years ago, I have the 4cyl 5 speed. Has been a great truck for me, most of all because of the great fuel economy. Has some minor things that dont cause any problems, they are just annoying. Like many other S-10 owners I know the SES light is on. Have taken it in twice and they cant seem to find out what it is. It shifts nice except downshifting into third, that can be a little tricky. 80,000 miles and still going strong.

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  1998 ZR2 - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By ZR2TRUCK - February 11 - 2:00 am

  Truck does very well in snow when using 4x4. Does well off road except that it does not like to make sharp turns. However, that is expected with extended cab trucks. V6 engine has plenty of power. I had to replace the powersteering pump at 35,000 miles and the ball joints at 50,000. Good design overall, just wish that it was built better. My seat adjustors are broke, the handle to my 3rd door is broke. Fender flares are ate up and I only have 54,000 miles on the truck.

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  ZR2 Extended cab, 4wdr - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By darrin pohlman - February 4 - 2:00 am

  Oil coolant lines have leaked from about 2 months after purchasing the vehilce. Seat side levers are very poorly designed, broke off by just from the climate cahnges and vibration of the truck. Universal needed to be replaced prematurely....bad design

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  just okay - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By done with GM - January 20 - 2:00 am

  It runs most of the time the mileage isnt bad and its appearance is acceptable. I feel the performance is poor even for a 4 cylinder. I have had problems with the plug wires when it is raining and the wires get wet. It refuses to start if the temp. is below 10 degrees. The wipers only work sometimes. The lumbar support broke the day I bought it and of course the seat adjustment handle broke shortly thereafter. I dont think Ill buy GM again mostly due to GMs fairly consistent failure to acknowledge common design flaws and fix them at a resonable cost to the consumer.

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  perfect - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By Greendayhbt26 - January 3 - 2:00 am

  i have the 4 cyl with the 5 speed tranny, and all i got to say is it has incredable gas milage and pretty good acclerartion/power. the only problems i have had so far were that my wiper module had to be replaced which wasnt big, and just tonight i found out both my back up lamps arent working. other then that its been great. i bought it with about 33,000 miles on it and it looked new. everytime i change my oil, it looks like its just been changed, ver clean engine. so far the paint is great, very few scratches for being 5 years old, and the only rust is on the undercarrage.

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  Rock solid - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By Cabron2891 - December 9 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this truck for almost 3 years. Ive owned fords and dodges, and neither one has come close to being as reliable as my chevy. Where Im from, I see alot more S-10s than fords and dodges combined.

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  Aggravating seats - 1998 Chevrolet S-10
  By Robert Denney - November 14 - 2:00 am

  No problems with the engine, transmission, or rear end. V-6 Vortec engine runs good and has plenty of power. Front driver seat is poorly designed. I have replaced the seat adjusters twice, and the backrest adjustment is broke again. None of the drivers weigh over 150lbs. The lumber adjustment is broken. Just recently had problems with rust in the gas tank. Turns out the tank is completely rusted, and had to be shot peened and recoated. Ruined two fuel pumps before the problem was properly diagnosed and corrected. I did not expect these kinds of problems with less than 55000 miles on the truck.