Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2017 | 11 | 16 | 12 | 21.38 | 14.7 | 19.6 | 11-16 mpg combined |
| 2016 | 11 | 16 | 12 | 21.38 | 14.7 | 19.6 | — |
| 2015 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 23.52 | 15.68 | 19.6 | — |
| 2014 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 23.52 | 15.68 | 19.6 | — |
| 2013 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 23.52 | 15.68 | 19.6 | — |
| 2012 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 23.52 | 15.68 | 19.6 | — |
| 2011 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 23.52 | 14.7 | 19.6 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | engine | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel type | Cylinders | Displacement | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | van | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | van | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | van | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | van | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | van | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | van | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | van | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | pickup | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Fuel type: Diesel | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Regular, Horsepower: 342 hp, Torque: 373 lb-ft, Engine configuration: V8 | L96 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 8 | 6.0 | 342 hp | 373 lb-ft | V8 |
| 2016 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Regular | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
| 2015 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Gasoline or E85 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
| 2014 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Gasoline or E85 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
| 2013 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Gasoline or E85 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
| 2012 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Gasoline or E85 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
| 2011 | van | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 6.0, Fuel type: Gasoline or E85 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 8 | 6.0 | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Series | Trim | Base price | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Series: 3500 Passenger, Trim: LT | 3500 Passenger | LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Series: 3500 Passenger, Trim: LS | 3500 Passenger | LS | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | Series: 2500 Passenger, Trim: LS | 2500 Passenger | LS | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Series: 3500 Passenger, Trim: LT | 3500 Passenger | LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $33,295, Series: 3500 Passenger, Trim: LT | 3500 Passenger | LT | $33,295 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $37,680, Series: 3500, Trim: Passenger LS | 3500 | Passenger LS | $37,680 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $30,745, MSRP range: $30,745 - $37,650, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for various trims of the 2017 GMC Savana., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026 | Base price: $36,865, Series: 2500 Cargo, Trim: LS | 2500 Cargo | LS | $36,865 | USD | $30,745 | $30,745 - $37,650 | 0.9 | MSRP for various trims of the 2017 GMC Savana. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 5/11/2026 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 15 | — | 7235 | 255.5 | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 15 | 4 | 7235 | 255.5 | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 12 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 1 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 16 | — |
| 2020 | 2 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 4 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 135.2, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 4 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 16 | 135.2 |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 12 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 4 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 135, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 4 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 16 | 135 |
| 2017 | 12 | 3 | 6788 | 239.7 | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 4 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 155, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 4 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 16 | 155 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 2-15 | 3-4 | 6122 | 216.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2024 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2023 | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | — | optional | standard | optional | — | — |
| 2022 | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2021 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard |
| 2020 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2019 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | — | — | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2017 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | — | — | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2016 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 GMC Savana earns a 'Good' reliability verdict, supported by zero recalls and complaints.
2025
The 2025 GMC Savana is rated as average for reliability, but its primary ownership concern is the potential for improper welds on the driver's door impact beam.
2024
The 2024 GMC Savana earns an 'Average' reliability rating.
2023
The 2023 GMC Savana presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2022
The 2022 GMC Savana earns an 'Average' reliability rating.
2021
The 2021 GMC Savana is rated average for reliability, with a notable concern regarding steering system issues, specifically power steering fluid leaks and stiffness, often appearing around 54,000 miles.
2020
The 2020 GMC Savana presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough inspection paramount.
2019
The 2019 GMC Savana is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns around its electrical system and a critical steering issue known as 'death wobble'.
2018
The 2018 GMC Savana presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to critical safety system failures reported in complaints, such as complete brake failure and engine issues.
2017
The 2017 GMC Savana earns a 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
2016
The 2016 GMC Savana presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to documented issues with its steering and service brakes.
2015
The 2015 GMC Savana is rated below average for reliability.
2014
The 2014 GMC Savana presents significant reliability concerns, earning a 'Below Average' rating.
2013
The 2013 GMC Savana presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to critical recalls concerning steering and fuel systems.
2012
The 2012 GMC Savana presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant safety recalls concerning air bags and steering.
2011
The 2011 GMC Savana is rated below average for reliability.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the GMC Savana?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Savana reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 GMC Savana earns a 'Good' reliability verdict, supported by zero recalls and complaints.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the GMC Savana reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every GMC Savana. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 gmc savana earns a 'good' reliability verdict, supported by zero recalls and complaints. and the value of a used 2026 gmc savana hinges on its utility and the buyer's tolerance for potential minor repairs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the GMC Savana?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints