2020 GMC Savana Cargo Review
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2020 GMC Savana Cargo Review
byTravis Langness
Reviews Editor
Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.
Pros
- All engines have enough torque to move a fully loaded van
- Towing and payload capabilities are at or near the top of this class
Cons
- No high-roof cargo option
- Harsher ride than most rivals
- Dated touchscreen interface and interior styling
What's new
- No major changes for the 2020 Savana Cargo
- Part of the first Savana generation introduced for 1996
Overview
GMC seems to be just fine with the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mantra. The 2020 GMC Savana Cargo Van and its corporate twin, the Chevy Express Cargo, are the only remaining cargo vans on the market that offer traditional body-on-frame construction. That setup provides excellent towing and hauling capability. How much capability? The Savana Cargo has a payload capacity of up to 4,250 pounds and can tow as much as 10,000 pounds, the latter a best-in-class rating.
Unfortunately, the Savana also has some serious drawbacks. It starts with the Savana Cargo's fixed roof height. Rival vans offer optional high roofs to better serve your business, such as if you need to be able to comfortably stand up in your van. The Savana also has a stiff and bumpy ride and a dated interior with fewer available modern features than rivals. Overall, the 2020 GMC Savana Cargo is a capable rig when it comes to towing and hauling, but competitors such as the Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter outclass it in just about every other aspect.
Which Savana Cargo does Edmunds recommend?
The GMC Savana Cargo only comes in one trim level: the Work Van. There are a few configurations to choose from, including load rating (2500 or 3500) and wheelbase (standard or long) and your choices in those categories will depend on your needs and your budget. We do recommend getting the optional 6.0-liter V8 for its significant towing capability (up to 10,000 pounds) and adding on the optional Convenience package, which includes a tilt-only steering wheel and cruise control.
2020 GMC Savana Cargo models
The 2020 GMC Savana Cargo is a full-size cargo van with two seats up front and all cargo space in the back. It's available in two load ratings: 2500 and 3500. Each can be ordered in a standard-wheelbase configuration or an extended-wheelbase configuration that provides more cargo space. All Savanas come with a choice of three engines: