2020 GMC Savana Cargo Review
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.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
Not Available for Savana Cargo 2500
Savana Cargo 2500
vs
$323/mo
Avg. Midsize Van
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:
- A standard 4.3-liter V6 (276 hp, 298 lb-ft) paired to an eight-speed automatic
- An available 6.0-liter V8 (341 hp, 373 lb-ft) matched to a six-speed automatic
- A 2.8-liter Duramax diesel four-cylinder engine (181 hp, 369 lb-ft) with an eight-speed automatic
GMC offers one modestly equipped trim level for the Savana Cargo: Work Van.
Work Van starts you off with:
- Vinyl upholstery and single-zone manual air conditioning
- Power windows and locks, 60/40-split opening side doors
- A rearview camera with an image displayed in the rearview mirror
- A 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and a 120-volt household-style power outlet
- A two-speaker stereo system with AM/FM radio and an auxiliary port
Optional equipment (available in bundled or stand-alone form) includes:
- A tilt-only adjustable steering wheel and cruise control
- A sliding cargo door, a trailering package
- A 6.5-inch touchscreen with navigation and Bluetooth
- Power-adjustable heated mirrors, rear parking sensors
- Blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, lane departure warning
- An engine block heater, a second heavy-duty battery, a trailering package
- Five-passenger seating (via an optional second row), rear air conditioning
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2020 GMC Savana Cargo.
5 star(34%)
4 star(36%)
3 star(17%)
2 star(10%)
1 star(3%)
29 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
3.38 out of 5 stars
Not Good!
K Cook, 12/06/2008
2006 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Definitely not for commercial use! This is our second 06 Savana (first one totaled) and it has left me stranded. Replaced the altenator at less than 8,000. Replaced the water pump on the first one at less than 10,000. I've replaced: transmission, water pump, seat belt, oil sending unit, and several front-end parts. I've replaced more headlights and brake lights than all of the vehicles … I've ever owned combined(I've been driving for 20 years). It even had the wrong spare(5 lugs instead of 8)! Bottom line, this vehicle is just not reliable enough to be considered a "commercial" vehicle.
5 out of 5 stars
03 AWD Savana Cargo "Doors Galore"
savanaman, 03/02/2011
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 AWD 3dr Van (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I love my van ! I have had vans all my life but the modern AWD , rack and pinion , all wheel disc , full size Savana drives like a Cadillac and I get 17 mpg consistently when its not brutally cold . I live in Minnesota . I had reservations about the drivers side double doors as I had never had that option before , I soon realized that when you jump out of your truck but need to reenter … to grab something you are hauling around you can't beat drivers side double doors for access ! I drove over 100,000 miles before my Brakes needed pads and have had
except for some minor door switch partial failures "No Problems" with my truck ! Did I say
"I Love This Truck"
?
5 out of 5 stars
best van ever
thomas, 10/23/2017
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
best working van in the market,i have one from many years,never problems simply turn key on and go,loved GMC,very happy.WAO! this is real FRIEND,gmc savana IS THE BEST BIG F......VAN
5 out of 5 stars
GMC Savana Cargo
bob998, 03/01/2004
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Just a great van -- no noises, 2500 lb
payload, 20 MPG on the hwy, four wheel
disk ABS brakes stop great. Rack and
pinion steering handles like a car.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 GMC Savana Cargo, so we've included reviews for other years of the Savana Cargo since its last redesign.
2020 Savana Cargo Highlights
2500
Base MSRP | $32,000 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Seating | 2 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 239.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Savana Cargo models:
- Rear Park Assist
- Sounds an alert as the Savana approaches an object while in reverse.
- Rear Vision Camera
- Displays a view of the area immediately behind the Savana in the rearview mirror.
- Backup Alarm
- Sounds an exterior alert to pedestrians and other motorists when the Savana is put in reverse.
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