2011 GMC Savana Passenger

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

  CITY (GAS) CITY (E85)1 HWY. (GAS) HWY. (E85)1
Vortec 5.3L V8 FlexFuel1 13 10 17 13

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES

  1500
RWD/AWD
2500
RWD
3500
RWD
3500 EXT
RWD
Cargo volume (cu. ft.)2 216.2 216.2 216.2 252.9
Payload (lbs.)4 1,791/1,516 2,700 3,461 3,142
Fuel tank (gal. approx.) 31 31 31 31
Seating 8 12 12 154
Trailering (lbs.)5 6,200/6,000 9,800 9,900 9,700

EXTERIOR FEATURES

  LS LT
Chrome Appearance Package Optional Standard
Door: passenger-side, swing-out 60/40 split Standard Standard
Doors: passenger-side sliding Optional6 Optional
Mirrors: manual-adjustable, manual-folding, Black Standard Standard
Mirrors: power-adjustable, manual-folding, heated, Black Optional7 Optional
Mirrors: power-adjustable, manual-folding, heated, with integrated turn-signal indicators, Black Optional7 Optional7

ENGINE/CHASSIS FEATURES

  LS LT
Engine: Vortec 4.8L V8 FlexFuel1 with 280 hp (std. on 2500) Standard Standard
Engine: Vortec 5.3L V8 FlexFuel1 with 310 hp (1500 only) Standard Standard
Engine: Vortec 6.0L V8 FlexFuel1 with 323 hp (std. on 3500, optional on 2500) Optional Optional
Engine: Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 (3500 models only) Optional Optional
Cold Climate Package: includes engine block heater Optional Optional
Drive type: all-wheel drive (1500 only) Optional Optional
Trailering equipment: heavy-duty; includes trailer hitch platform and seven-lead wiring harness Optional Optional
Transmission: four-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive, Tow/Haul mode and internal transmission oil cooler (1500 only) Standard Standard
Transmission: six-speed automatic, heavy-duty, electronically controlled with overdrive, Tow/Haul mode and internal transmission oil cooler (2500 and 3500 only) Standard Standard

SAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURES

  LS LT
Air bags:8 driver and right-front passenger, frontal; head-curtain side-impact9 Standard Standard
OnStar®:10 Directions & Connections® Plan for the first six months Standard Standard
Brakes: four-wheel antilock disc Standard Standard
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Standard Standard

INTERIOR FEATURES

  LS LT
Air conditioning: front Standard Standard
Bluetooth® wireless technology11 for select phones Optional Optional
Climate (temperature) controls: rear air conditioning and auxiliary heater Optional12 Optional
Convenience Package: power windows and door locks Optional Standard
Convenience Package: Tilt-Wheel steering column and cruise control Optional13 Standard
Driver Information Center Standard Standard
Oil-Life Monitor Standard Standard
Remote vehicle starter system7 Optional Optional
Tire Pressure Monitor (excludes spare tire) Standard Standard

SEATING

  LS LT
8-passenger (standard on 1500) Standard Standard
12-passenger (2500 and 3500 only) Standard Standard
15-passenger (3500 EXT only) Optional Optional
Seating surfaces: Custom Cloth Optional Standard
Seating surfaces: vinyl Standard Not Available
Seat controls: driver, six-way power-adjustable Not Available Optional
Seat controls: front passenger, six-way power-adjustable Not Available Optional14

SOUND SYSTEMS

  LS LT
AM/FM stereo Standard Standard
AM/FM stereo with CD player Optional Optional
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player and Radio Data System (RDS)15 Optional7 Optional
USB port16 Optional Optional
XM Radio:17 with three tiral months Optional Optional

WHEELS

  LS LT
16-inch steel with Gray center caps (2500 and 3500 only) Standard Standard
17-inch steel (1500 only) Standard Standard
17-inch aluminum with chromed center cap (1500 only) Optional Optional

AVAILABLE DEALER-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES17

Contour Splash Guards Roof-Mounted Hard Cargo Carrier
Hitch-Ball Assembly Side Window Weather Deflectors
Molded Hood Protector Wheel Lock Kit
  • 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 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
  • 4 Requires available 15-passenger seating.
  • 5 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for additional details.
  • 6 Requires available rear air conditioning.
  • 7 Requires available Convenience Package (power windows and door locks).
  • 8 Includes passenger-side air bag deactivation switch for models with 8,600-lb. GVWR and above. 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.
  • 9 Provides coverage for front-, second- and third-row outboard passengers only. Enhanced safety glass provided for fourth and fifth rows when equipped with 12- and 15-passenger seating.
  • 10 Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.
  • 11 Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.
  • 12 Standard on 3500 EXT models. Requires auxiliary lighting.
  • 13 Standard on 3500 and 3500 EXT models.
  • 14 Requires available six-way power-adjustable driver seat.
  • 15 RDS functions only where stations broadcast RDS information.
  • 16 Not compatible with all devices.
  • 17 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.
  • 18 Some accessories may not be available on all models. See dealer for details.
  • 19 Not available with rear body-color halo trim.

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