1998 GMC Sonoma

$7,500
from
3
listings
$8K–$10K
price range
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Low$7,500
High$9,900
From$7,500
Avg Mileage125,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 3 active dealer listings as of

1998 GMC Sonoma Trims

All Trims Combined
From$7,500
$8K–$10K
3 listings125,000 avg miles
SLS
From$4,990
24 listings|$5K–$15K

1998 GMC Sonoma Pricing

Price Trend

+76.5%
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GMC Sonoma Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 181 complaints, the 1998 GMC Sonoma rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
181
Complaints
14
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
07E0210002007-12-03
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

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00V2200002000-11-08
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS BUILT WITH A CANDELA VALUE GREATER THAN 3,000 CANNOT BE MOUNTED HIGHER THAN 864MM ABOVE THE ROAD SURFACE.

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108.

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97V2180001997-24-11
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE REAR AXLE RIGHT-HAND BRAKE PIPE CAN OCCUR CAUSING A SLOW BRAKE FLUID LEAK RESULTING IN A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. IF THE BRAKE PIPE BREAKS, THE DRIVER WOULD EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN DROP IN THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRAKE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE, AND THERE WOULD BE A LOSS OF REAR BRAKE PERFORMANCE.

PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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97V2080011997-25-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES. AN ENGINE ELECTRICAL WIRING-HARNESS CLIP CAN MELT AND DRIP ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.

THE CLIP MATERIAL ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAN IGNITE AND SUBSEQUENTLY IGNITE OTHER COMBUSTIBLE COMPONENTS RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 GMC Sonoma's biggest weak point? VISIBILITY. It leads 181 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Visibility46
02Seats24
03Service Brakes, Hydraulic14
04Power Train9
05Engine And Engine Cooling9
181 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Sonoma Fuel Economy

16–22mpg combined
·
14-20city
·
19-26hwy
·
$2,000-$2,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 1998 GMC Sonoma ranges from 16 to 22 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Sonoma 2WD - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Sonoma 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Sonoma 2WD - Manual 5-spd
18mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Sonoma 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Sonoma 4WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Sonoma 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 GMC Sonoma

14States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Delaware (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 13 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

1998 GMC Sonoma: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1998 GMC Sonoma a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1998 GMC Sonoma. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1998 GMC Sonoma?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 GMC Sonoma?

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $895 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1998 GMC Sonoma?

VISIBILITY problems top the list with 181 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1998 compare to other GMC Sonoma years?

Each GMC Sonoma model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the GMC Sonoma overview page.

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