2022 GMC Savana
MSRP range: $37,200 - $40,900
2022 GMC Savana Review
byChristian Wardlaw
Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.Pros
- Costs thousands less than rivals
- Three available engines, each with plenty of torque
- Commendable towing and payload ratings
Cons
- Less cargo space than many competitors
- No high-roof configuration is available
- Lacks modern infotainment and safety technologies
- Engineering is nearly three decades old
What's new
- Minor revisions to standard feature availability
- Part of the first Savana generation introduced for 1996
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.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 GMC Savana LT 3500 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.
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Savana LT 3500
vs
$336/mo
Avg. Midsize Van
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.
Which Savana does Edmunds recommend?
If you're getting a Savana Cargo Van, it comes only in the Work Van trim level, so you have no choice in the matter. When it comes to the Savana Passenger Van, however, we suggest that you skip the LS in favor of the LT. It includes comfort, convenience and safety features that make living with this rolling relic a little more palatable.
GMC Savana models
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.
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2022 GMC Savana pricing
in Ashburn, VA
LS 2500
4.3L 6cyl 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$39,098
LS 3500
4.3L 6cyl 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$39,764
LT 2500
4.3L 6cyl 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$40,480
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Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $38,895
- MPG & Fuel
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 31.0 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 12 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: rear wheel drive
- Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 276 hp @ 5200 rpm
- Torque: 298 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 224.0 in. / Height: 84.5 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 79.3 in.
- Curb Weight: 5991 lbs.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Savana safety features:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Warns the driver when the Savana might collide with an object ahead.
- Lane Departure Warning
- Warns the driver when the Savana is drifting over a lane marking.
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Warns a driver who has signaled a lane change when other vehicles are in the Savana's blind spots.
GMC Savana vs. the competition
2022 GMC Savana
2022 Ford Transit Passenger Van
GMC Savana vs. Ford Transit Passenger Van
The Ford Transit is a significantly more modern, versatile and technologically advanced full-size van. It's available in a range of body lengths and roof heights — the latter something you can't get on the Savana — and has an available turbocharged V6 engine that provides V8-like power. All-wheel drive is an option too. The Transit costs more than the Savana, but there is a good reason for it.
GMC Savana vs. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Thanks to #vanlife, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter can be as popular with recreational-van owners as with commercial businesses. Like the Ford Transit, it comes in a variety of configurations and with available all-wheel drive, but it also offers a diesel engine option. Base prices are competitive, but it seems like everything costs extra, so prices rise fast. If you don't keep your hands out of the options cookie jar, you could find yourself able to afford two Savanas instead of a single Sprinter.
GMC Savana vs. Ram Promaster Window Van
Offered primarily as a cargo van with just a few passenger-carrying configurations, the ProMaster is a front-wheel-drive model with a low cargo load floor and plenty of interior room. A stout V6 supplies the power, and for 2022, new interior upgrades add a nicer driving environment and the latest infotainment technology. It has more sophisticated safety features than the Savana too.
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FAQ
Is the GMC Savana a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Savana both on the road and at the track. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a GMC Savana. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 GMC Savana?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 GMC Savana:
- Minor revisions to standard feature availability
- Part of the first Savana generation introduced for 1996
Is the GMC Savana reliable?
To determine whether the GMC Savana is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Savana. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Savana's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 GMC Savana a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 GMC Savana is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Savana is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 GMC Savana?
The least-expensive 2022 GMC Savana is the 2022 GMC Savana LS 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $37,200.
Other versions include:
- LS 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $37,200
- LS 3500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $38,400
- LS 3500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $39,200
- LT 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $39,300
- LT 3500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $40,100
- LT 3500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $40,900
What are the different models of GMC Savana?
If you're interested in the GMC Savana, the next question is, which Savana model is right for you? Savana variants include LS 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A), LS 3500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A), LS 3500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A), and LT 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A). For a full list of Savana models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
