Overall, it was quite an agreeable off-road companion. That's OK in the Bravada. Highway cruising is comfortable, thanks to a somewhat softly tuned suspension and an excellent driver's seat. Wind noise created by the fixed-mast antenna, roof rack, and large side mirrors is deafening at speeds above 70 mph, but a twist of the volume knob takes care of that problem right quick. The sound system might not look like much, but it sounds great.
Visibility is very good, and most controls are easy to find, see, and use.
Around town, the V-6 pulls nicely, but trying to pass or travel up a slight grade at freeway speeds leaves the motor gasping for breath. We managed to get the Bravada up to 95 mph, but it certainly wasn't happy anywhere above 80 mph. Braking from lofty speeds is acceptable, but our test Bravada suffered brake fade quickly. Lower speed errand running is fun in the Bravada. However, parking the Bravada can be cumbersome, due to a large turning circle.