Overview & Reviews

For 2005, seating has been restyled and boasts comfort and quality improvements. A touchscreen DVD-based navigation system is now available. Among the new options are an audio system with CD/MP3 compatibility and full-length side curtain airbags (which replace last year's front-seat side airbags). A top-rung Denali trim is available, and includes distinctive trim, leather seating and a 5.3-liter V8 engine as standard equipment.

• Extensive list of available options, strong six-cylinder engine, user-friendly interior design.

• Numb steering, some low-grade interior pieces, sloppy handling around corners.

User Reviews:

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  2005 Envoy is a Keeper - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By Bruce Strickland - December 5 - 6:04 pm

  I bought this SUV, certified pre-owned, in 2008, preparing for a move to rural New Mexico. This Envoys reliability has been flawless. Its gotten us through miles of extremely muddy roads with no problem. Last summer I had an Alpine car stereo installed for the USB and Bluetooth capability. My criticisms are rattling door panels and a poorly placed cupholder on the console. We had a painter do our interior last summer. He drives an older Envoy. 243,000 miles on the odometer, which tells me I can drive this one for quite a while.

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  Known Issue - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By Michael Petti - February 20 - 11:15 am

  I had Leased a 2004 Envoy, mostly highway mileage. Towards the end of the lease had engine code for misfire cylinder4. Vehicle was turned in as the lease expired and I thought nothing of it. Purchased a Pre Owned Certified 2005 GMC Envoy SLT, in 2008. In 2010 had to replace Cam Shaft sensor, (this was early warning of problem to come). A few months ago had misfire cylinder 2, replaced the coil & plug, code cleared engine light off. Problem resolved or so I thought. Last month misfire cylinder 4, replaced coil & plug, still misfire. Had diagnosis done via computer. Low pressure in the cylinder. From the blogs on all the sites cylinder 4 & 5 seem to be issue. GM knows but dosent care

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  Awesome - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By gm_jeepforlife - January 3 - 6:22 pm

  Very Comfortable for long distance trips and reliable I have had this vehicle since 2006 and it only has 95k miles and will never get rid of it

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  Envoy to Enjoy - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By envoyment - December 1 - 1:14 am

  Envoy was my first GMC, got a used 2005 Envoy SLT in 2009 with low mileage (50K) cranberry amazing.. I owned it for 3 years with 93K miles on the ODO, This truck is a hero, minor problems happened like leaking front diff, AC blower and .. that is ... just pay attention to regular oil changes and maintenance and drive it any where you want ... Best thing, you can fix many things by your self and few simple tools, it is incredibly simple

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  Great car, few major issues - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By tilave - January 29 - 2:05 pm

  Ive had this vehicle for about six years now, I really have grown attached to it and cant seem to get rid of it. Over the years it has not given me any major issues except for two things. One being the starter switch which I replaced three times and the other being the air suspension which started leaking at about 80k miles. Other than those things the car is rock solid. Great for camping and long trips.

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  Good SUV - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By Reggie - February 18 - 5:29 am

  This is my first GMC, and it is better than i expected. I owned a Nissan Pathfinder for 18 yrs and I hope this one can last like that. I am very pleased thus far.

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  XUV ENVOY-A RARE ONE - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By william mattingly - July 18 - 11:41 am

  I bought my XUV used w/32000 on the clock. So far, its been a fine one. I used it for hauling things to Goodwill, etc. For road trips, I drive my Bimmer so the XUV doesnt see many freeways. Of course, its no Porsche so I have to take it easy on crooked, hilly streets here in Sou. Cal. Overall, I like it! Also, the used price of $12,000 was fine!

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  Disappointed - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By RCNG - April 13 - 4:54 pm

  I have always wanted an SUV and when I test drove this one I loved it. Reviewed everything inside and out and was impressed with the vehicle and the price. I had minor problems that got replaced in the first year or two - seal around the doors, light switch inside, seal around license place frame all covered under warranty and with purchasing a new vehicle you have to work out the bugs. Anyways in my 5th year of owning it the idle pulley went out and now the bearings in the water pump which is very disappointing. After reading other reviews what else is going to go wrong. My next vehicle will definitely not be a GMC.

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  Not too bad - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By EnvoyOwner - February 4 - 6:24 pm

  My Envoy has treated me well. I have put it through hell and it has been treating me like its new. I do have a complaint about the wind noise from the doors and a rattling in the driver door and the back doors creek when you open them. The fuel economy isnt all too impressive either. All in all though, its been a great vehicle and is very reliable. The 4.2 Vortec is almost bulletproof!

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  ready to drive or tow - 2005 GMC Envoy
  By john price - November 9 - 2:28 am

  This SUV is setup for possible towing, with electrical connections at front and an air to hydraulic braking system used with motorhome with air brakes (all connections are mounted at front with towing plates mounted.)