2022 GMC Savana Cargo Review

Park a 2022 GMC Savana next to a mint example built during the Clinton years and you might not spot many differences. At some point, GMC freshened the Savana's face and gave it a restyled dashboard and steering wheel. Naturally, the company also improved it to keep up with new regulations, so the Savana has cutting-edge standard technology like a backup camera. And let's not forget about the marvel that is Bluetooth.

But at 27 years of age and counting, the GMC Savana is positively ancient in automotive years. Still, the Savana and its twin, the Chevrolet Express, are not without merit. They're the last truck-based full-size vans available, and they can tow more weight than any of their remaining rivals. They can carry a substantial payload too. Plus, they're less expensive than the Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ram ProMaster.

Full-size vans have taken a big step forward since the Savana was designed and engineered. For example, the Ford, Mercedes and Ram all offer high-roof options that allow their vans to pack in more cargo or make it easier to load and unload people. Plus, the Savana's newer rivals offer a wider array of configuration, more options, and modern infotainment and safety technology. You can even get all-wheel drive on the Ford and Mercedes.

While there is some appeal in the Savana's tried-and-true design and its low starting price, we suggest checking out the other vans in this segment.

The 2022 GMC Savana comes in Cargo Van and Passenger Van configurations with 2500 and 3500 load ratings. They're all available with a standard or extended wheelbase except for the 2500 Passenger Van, which comes only in the standard size. Naturally, Savanas with an extended wheelbase can carry more weight, hold more cargo and shuttle more people.