2009 GMC Savana
The GMC Savana full-size van was first available in 1996. Nearly identical to the Chevrolet Express, the traditional rear-wheel-drive van with a body-on-frame design is often configured as a passenger, cargo or conversion van, much like the Ford E-Series, its main competition. For this reason, it is available with windows (passenger) or without (cargo), and in short- and long-wheelbase models depending on its intended service usage. There are many different engine choices ranging from V-6 gasoline to V-8 diesel, all sending power through a 4-speed automatic transmission. The standard driveline is rear-wheel drive with all-wheel drive optional, the latter making the GMC unique in its class (in addition to the Chevy Express). The standard 1500/2500 2WD Passenger model earned ratings of 12 mpg city and 16 mpg highway in EPA fuel economy testing. In our 2008 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which measures problems experienced by original owners during the third year of ownership, the GMC Savana ranked among the top three models in its segment. The full-size van also fared very well in crash testing by earning “5-star” crash test scores from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Updates to the 2009 GMC Savana include new 17-inch wheels and enhanced safety features.
2009 Vans and Minivans Buyer's Guide
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