Trim Report

GMC Suburban 25001998

Includes:SUB|2500
$7,900
Starting From
7
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 7 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $7,900
Max $19,000
From $7,900
Fresh

2500 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,450
$2K–$12K
3 listings175,000 avg miles
2500
From$7,900
7 listings|$8K–$19K

1998 GMC Suburban 2500 Pricing

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Where to Find GMC Suburban 2500

Location data for all 1998 GMC Suburban trims combined

6States

If you're near North Dakota, you're in luck: 29% of listings are there. But with 6 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

GMC Suburban Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1998 GMC Suburban trims

High Concern

The 1998 GMC Suburban has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 119 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
119
Complaints
14
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
03V0930002003-07-03
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.

IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVER'S DOOR, AND/OR IGNITION OF COMPONENTS IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND A SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE FIRE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 119 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 GMC Suburban. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic25
02Visibility15
03Power Train14
04Tires12
05Electrical System11
119 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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GMC Suburban Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1998 GMC Suburban trims

14mpg combined
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12city
·
17hwy
·
$4,800/yr

With 14 MPG combined, the 1998 GMC Suburban keeps things simple on fuel costs.

Suburban 1500 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

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

1998 GMC Suburban 2500 FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the 2500 compare to other GMC Suburban trims?

The 2500 occupies a distinct position in the GMC Suburban range. See how it stacks up on the 1998 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 GMC Suburban 2500?

Maintenance costs for the 2500 align with the broader GMC Suburban ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1998 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic. Check the 1998 GMC Suburban page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the GMC Suburban 2500?

For the 2500, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the GMC Suburban buyer's guide.

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