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Used 2017 GMC Savana Cargo Van Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2017 GMC Savana Cargo is a full-size van with an expansive, boxy cargo area behind two front seats. (Its Savana Passenger sibling fills this space with additional rows of seating.) It's available in two load ratings: 2500 (max payload 3,234 pounds) and 3500 (max payload 4,192 pounds). Each can be ordered in a standard or extended wheelbase, which increases cargo volume from 239.7 cubic feet to 284.4 cubic feet. Regardless of starting configuration, the Savana only comes in the modestly equipped Work Van trim level. A few packages and numerous stand-alone options are available.

By default, the rear-wheel-drive Savana Cargo is powered by a 4.8-liter V8 (285 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque) paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. Alternate powertrains are available if the standard V8 doesn't meet your requirements, including a 6.0-liter V8 (342 hp, 373 lb-ft) matched to a six-speed automatic and a 2.8-liter diesel four-cylinder engine (181 hp, 369 lb-ft) with an eight-speed auto. The Work Van's standard features include 16-inch steel wheels, 60/40-split opening doors on the right side, a driver information display, air-conditioning, power windows and locks, vinyl upholstery and floor covering, LED cargo lighting, six D-ring cargo tie-downs, a 120-volt outlet, and a two-speaker audio system with AM/FM radio and an auxiliary jack.

Major equipment packages include the Convenience (tilt-adjustable steering wheel and cruise control), Chrome Appearance (chrome bumpers and grille), Hotel Shuttle (Chrome Appearance plus the 6.0-liter V8, a sliding rear passenger door, heated power mirrors, a second row of seating, tinted glass and rear cargo windows) and Ambulance (6.0-liter V8, a heavy-duty locking differential and a more powerful battery and alternator) packages. A separate bundle adds a 6.5-inch touchscreen, navigation, Bluetooth, a CD player and a USB port.

Some of the above features can be added as stand-alone options. Other options include all-terrain tires, remote locking and unlocking, remote engine start, rear parking sensors, a back-up alarm, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cloth upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, a rearview camera, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, GM's OnStar emergency communications, satellite radio, a spray-in cargo liner, and rear air-conditioning and heating.

Which Savana Cargo trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Savana Cargo is only available in the Work Van trim level, so your starting configuration will be limited to engine, load rating and wheelbase choice. Unless you absolutely need the extra payload capacity, we recommend starting with the 2500 to keep costs down, though it's worth upgrading to the extended-wheelbase version to make up for the Savana's comparatively small cargo area. The diesel engine will likewise keep the Savana competitive with fuel-sipping rivals.

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Savana Cargo 2500
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
optional
optional
Navigation
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
optional
optional
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
optional
optional
Upholstery
vinyl
vinyl
Heated seats
Not available
Not available
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
United States
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
285 hp @ 5,400 rpm
285 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Engine torque
295 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm
Engine displacement
4.8 l
4.8 l
Engine configuration
v8
v8
Transmission
6-speed automatic
6-speed automatic
Tire size
245/75R16
245/75R16
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
16 X 6.5-in
Wheel type
painted steel wheels
painted steel wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
31.0 gal.
31.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
Fuel Type
flex-fuel (unleaded/e85)
flex-fuel (unleaded/e85)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
49.2 ft.
49.2 ft.
Curb weight
5,345 lb.
5,386 lb.
Ground Clearance
7.1 in.
7.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
79.2 in.
79.2 in.
Height
84.6 in.
84.5 in.
Length
224.1 in.
224.1 in.
Wheelbase
135.0 in.
135.0 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
239.7 cu. ft.
239.7 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
270.4 cu. ft.
270.4 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
Front Leg Room
41.3 in.
41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
68.8 in.
68.8 in.
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
Not Available
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Not Available
Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Neutral, vinyl
Medium Pewter, vinyl
Neutral, premium cloth
Medium Pewter, premium cloth
Neutral, vinyl
Medium Pewter, vinyl
Neutral, premium cloth
Medium Pewter, premium cloth
Exterior
Wheatland Yellow
Cardinal Red
Quicksilver Metallic
Bronze Alloy Metallic
Cyber Gray Metallic
Dark Slate Metallic
Summit White
Onyx Black
Wheatland Yellow
Cardinal Red
Quicksilver Metallic
Bronze Alloy Metallic
Cyber Gray Metallic
Dark Slate Metallic
Summit White
Onyx Black