2008 GMC Envoy SLE-2

Choosing the 2008 GMC Envoy SLE-2 brings upgrades such as an 8-way power driver's seat, heated mirrors, and a temperature display and compass. The extra convenience joins already standard power windows (with one-touch), locks, and mirrors, cruise control, a power liftgate that opens separately from the rear window, intermittent front and rear wipers, tilt steering, a leather steering wheel, hands-free telephone, and a 6-speaker CD/MP3 player with satellite radio.

This rear-wheel drive, mid-sized SUV seats four in two rows. The second row split-folds 60/40, expanding the 43.7 cubic foot cargo area to 80 cubic feet. A standard roof rack adds more storage. Tie-downs are included, and a net and cover can be added. The 2008 Envoy SLE-2 rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, and a front double wishbone and rear solid live axle suspension. 285-hp is provided by the 4.2-liter DOHC I6 with variable valve timing. It is matched to a 4-speed automatic. It gets 276 ft-lbs of torque at 4600 RPM.

Dual front and side curtain airbags are standard, along with 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, side impact beams, and traction and stability control. OnStar, automatic headlights, foglights, halogen lamps, and a tire monitor are also part of the equipment package, and the SLE-2 adds an auto-dimmming rearview mirror. A locking rear differential costs extra. Options include an upgraded Bose sound system with a 6-CD changer, a DVD player, leather upholstery, an 8-way power passenger seat and power-adjustable pedals, side steps, and a sunroof.