2011 GMC Savana Cargo

The GMC Savana is the full-size van engineered to keep you a step ahead in a fast-changing world. It gives you the uncompromised strength and capability you expect, with the innovations you need to keep pace with tomorrow. From the most powerful diesel available in its class, to available dealer-installed WIFI connectivity,1 we never stop pushing Savana's technology or capability. Because we know that when a challenge arise, you need to be ready. It's the thinking and the capability you expect from engineers who never say never.

  • 1 Monthly rates apply. Visit autonetmobile.com for coverage map and details.

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Specifications

EPA-ESTIMATED FUEL ECONOMY IN MPG

  1500 RWD
VORTEC 4.3L
V6
1500 RWD
VORTEC 5.3L
V8
1500 AWD
VORTEC 5.3L V8
City/highway (gasoline) 15/20 13/18 13/17
City/highway (E85)1 - 10/13 10/13

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES

  1500
RWD/AWD
2500HD
Reg./Ext.
3500
Reg./EXT.
Cargo volume (cu. ft.)2 239.7 239.7/284.4 239.7/284.4
GVWR (lbs.)3 7,300 8,600 9,600
Payload (lbs.)4 2,329/2,000 3,222/3,009 4,187/3,992
Fuel tank (gal. approx.) 31 31 31
Seating capacity 2 2 2

CUTAWAY MODELS

139-Inch Wheelbase
159-Inch Wheelbase
177-Inch Wheelbase

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES

  3500
139-INCH
WHEELBASE
3500
159-INCH
WHEELBASE
3500
177-INCH
WHEELBASE
4500
159-INCH
WHEELBASE
Maximum GVWR (lbs.)3 12,300 12,300 12,300 14,200
Base GVWR (lbs.)3 9,900 10,000 12,300 14,200
Maximum payload (lbs.)4 7,277 7,281 7,213 9,156
Fuel tank (gal. approx.) 33 33 33 33
Seating capacity 2 2 2 2

EXTERIOR FEATURES

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
Doors: driver-side 60/40 swing-out (requires regular wheelbase; not available with Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8) Optional Not Available Not Available
Doors: dual rear-load Standard Not Available Not Available
Door: passenger-side sliding (not available with driver-side 60/40 swing-out door) Optional Not Available Not Available
Doors: passenger-side swing-out Standard Not Available Not Available

ENGINE/CHASSIS FEATURES

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
Differential: automatic locking rear Optional Optional Optional
Engine: Vortec 4.3L V6, 195 hp, 260 lb.-ft. of torque (standard on 1500 RWD) Standard Not Available Not Available
Engine: Vortec 4.8L V8, 280 hp, 296 lb.-ft. of torque Not Available Standard Not Available
Engine: Vortec 6.0L V8, 323 hp, 373 lb.-ft. of torque (models more than 10,000 lbs. GVWR) Not Available Optional Standard
Engine: Vortec 4.8L E85 FlexFuel1 V8, 280 hp, 295 lb.-ft. of torque (2500 and 3500 Cargo Van) Standard Not Available Not Available
Engine: Vortec 5.3L E85 FlexFuel1 V8, 310 hp, 334 lb.-ft. of torque (available only on 1500; standard on 1500 AWD) Optional Not Available Not Available
Engine: Vortec 6.0L E85 FlexFuel1 V8, 323 hp, 373 lb.-ft. of torque (not available on 1500 Cargo Van) Optional Not Available Not Available
Engine: Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8, 260 hp, 525 lb.-ft. of torque (not available on 1500 Cargo Van) Optional Optional Optional
Trailering equipment: heavy-duty with trailer hitch platform and seven-pin lead harness Optional Not Available Not Available
Transfer case: All-Wheel-Drive (1500 AWD only) Optional Not Available Not Available
Transmission: Hydra-Matic four-speed, electronically controlled automatic overdrive with internal transmission oil cooler (1500 only) Standard Not Available Not Available
Transmission: heavy-duty, Hydra-Matic six-speed, electronically controlled automatic overdrive with internal transmission oil cooler (2500, 3500 and 4500) Standard Standard Standard
Tow/Haul mode: includes instrument panel-mounted selector Standard Standard Standard

SAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURES

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
Air bags:5 frontal, driver and front passenger6 Standard Standard Standard
Air bags:5 head-curtain side-impact (1500 only) Standard Not Available Not Available
Air bags:5 head-curtain side-impact(2500 and 3500) Optional6 Not Available Not Available
Battery: 600 cold-cranking amps, with rundown protection Standard Standard Standard
Brakes: four-wheel antilock disc (ABS) Standard Standard Standard
OnStar®:7 Directions & Connections® Plan for the first six months Optional Optional Optional
PASS-Key III theft-deterrent system Standard Standard Standard
Remote Keyless Entry8 Optional Optional Optional
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Standard Not Available Not Available

INTERIOR FEATURES

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
Savana Pro Enhanced Lighting Package: three access panel lights and two interior roof-mounted lights in cargo area Optional9 Not Available Not Available
Air conditioning: single-zone manual Standard Standard Standard
Air conditioning: rear Optional Not Available Not Available
Convenience Package: power windows and door locks Optional Optional Optional
Convenience Package: Tilt-Wheel steering column and cruise control Optional Optional Optional
Defogger: side windows Standard Standard Standard
Remote vehicle starter system10 Optional Optional Optional

SEATING

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
Vinyl, front reclining bucket seats Standard Standard Standard
Custom Cloth, front reclining bucket seats Optional Optional Optional

AUDIO SYSTEMS

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
AM/FM stereo Optional Optional Optional
AM/FM stereo with CD player Optional Optional Optional
USB port11 Optional Not Available Not Available
XM Radio:12 with three trial months Optional Not Available Not Available

WHEELS

  Cargo 3500 Cutaway 4500 Cutaway
16-inch steel with Gray center cap (2500/3500 Cargo Van) Standard Not Available Not Available
17-inch steel with Gray center caps (1500 Cargo Van) Standard Not Available Not Available

AVAILABLE DEALER-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES13

Bulkhead Divider Package Molded Hood Protector
Cargo Lamp Package Roof-Mounted Ladder Package
Hitch-Ball Assembly Security Screen Package: Rear-Door Windows
  • 1 E85 is a combination of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Go to gm.com/biofuels to see if there is an E85 fuel station near you.
  • 2 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
  • 3 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
  • 4 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
  • 5 Always use safety belts and the correct restraint for your child's age and size. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger air bag. See the Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.
  • 6 Not available with driver-only high-back bucket seat.
  • 7 Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.
  • 8 Requires available Convenience Package (power windows and door locks).
  • 9 Requires Savana Pro. Not available on extended wheelbase models.
  • 10 Requires available Remote Keyless Entry.
  • 11 Not compatible with all devices.
  • 12 Requires a subscription sold separately by XM after trial period. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous USA and DC, while Internet Radio service is available throughout and also in AK, HI and PR. If you decide to continue XM service at the end of any complimentary trial, the chosen plan will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement at xmradio.com. Visit xmradio.com for details.
  • 13 Some accessories may not be available on all models. See dealer for details.
  • 14 Not available with rear body-color halo trim.

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