2016 GMC Savana 2500 review
GMC Savana 2500 highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
11 city, 17 highway, 13 combined
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What is new for the 2016 GMC Savana 2500?
- Savana 2500 trims have been upgraded with Side Airbags, Barn Doors, Flex Fuel Vehicle, and Auxiliary Audio Input as standard equipment this year.
- Conversion Van and Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
- The LS trim now comes with Vinyl Seats as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the GMC Savana 2500 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks GMC Savana 2500 4th out of 24 among Commercial Vans.
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Base 2WD 3D Cargo Ext Van
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Barn Doors
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Vinyl Seats
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Conversion Van
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Mirrors
- Navigation System
- No A/C
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
4.8L
Horsepower
285
Torque (ft-lbs)
295
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
31
Wheelbase
155"
Overall length
244.1"
Width
79.2"
Height
84.3"
Leg room
F 41.3"
Head room
F 39.8"
Front tires
LT245/75R16E
Rear tires
LT245/75R16E
Seating capacity
2
Max towing capacity
860/10000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2016 GMC Savana 2500 FAQ
The 2016 GMC Savana 2500 LS offers 11 MPG City and 17 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The GMC Savana 2500 received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the GMC Savana 2500 as 3 out of 24 among Commercial Van
The 2016 GMC Savana 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 9800 and 10000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2016 GMC Savana 2500:
- Side Airbags
- Barn Doors
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Conversion Van
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