The GMC Savana is a full-size van manufactured by General Motors. Launched in 1997, the Savana is available in three body-styles: Passenger Van, Cargo Van, and Conversion Van.

All are available in three models: 1500, 2500, and 3500. The 2500 and 3500 are offered in two trim levels each: LS and LT, while the 1500 is available in a single trim level: LS.

The LS trims are designed with a regular wheelbase of 135 inches and the LT trims are based on an extended wheelbase of 155 inches. The Savana is available in rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations.

It comes with a powertrain warranty for five years or 100,000 miles and a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty for three years or 36,000 miles.

The Savana gives tough competition to the Chevrolet Express and Ford E-Series.

The Savana offers a choice of five powerful engines. The Vortec 4.3-liter V-6 engine produces 195 hp @ 4,800 rpm and 260 lb-ft. of torque @ 2,800 rpm. The Vortec 4.8-liter V-8 delivers 285 hp @ 5,200 rpm and 295 lb-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. The Vortec 5.3-litre V-8 churns out 295 hp @ 5,200 rpm and 335 lb-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. A FlexFuel version of the Vortec 5.3-litre V-8 is also available, which gives the same output. The Vortec 6.0-liter V-8 engine knocks out 300 hp @ 4,400 rpm and 360 lb-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. The Duramax 6.6-liter Turbo Diesel engine generates 250 hp @ 3,200 rpm and 480 lb-ft. @ 1,600 rpm. The Savana could be equipped with any of these engines, depending on the trim level.

The Passenger Van 1500 is equipped with an electronically-controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The Passenger Van 2500 and 3500 models feature an electronically-controlled, heavy-duty 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The Cargo Van comes standard with either electronically-controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive or electronically-controlled, heavy-duty 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

All trims of the Savana look stylish and impressive. All have been endowed with smooth, sweeping lines and an ultra-wide stance.

All Passenger Van LS trims come standard with black bumper, while the LT trims feature a front bumper with chrome step pad. The Cargo Van comes standard with black front and rear bumpers. It is also available with the option of chrome bumpers. The Passenger Van LS trims feature a black composite grille, while the LT trims come with a chrome grille, which is optional on LS. The Cargo Van also comes with a black composite grille.

The Passenger Van LT trims come standard with a Chrome Appearance Package, which includes a chrome grille with composite halogen headlamps and front chrome bumper, which is optional on the LS.

The Passenger Van and Cargo Van come standard with a 60/40 split, swing-out door on the passenger side, while one of the same kind is optional on the driver’s side. A sliding door on the passenger side is also optional on the Passenger Van and Cargo Van. The Passenger Van and Cargo Van come standard with solar-ray light tinted glass on all windows, and are also available with the option of deep tinted glass.

Swing-out glass on the rear cargo door windows is standard on all Passenger Van trims. The Cargo Van, however, is offered with the options of swing-out glass on the rear door window and fixed glass on rear doors. The Passenger Van and Cargo Van come standard with manual folding side mirrors. Both are also available with optional power adjustable, manual folding side mirrors.

The Passenger Van 1500 rolls on P245/75R16, all-season, Blackwall tires and the 3500 rides on LT245/75R16E, all-season, Blackwall tires. The Cargo Van 1500 rides on P245/75R16, all-season, Blackwall tires, while the 2500 and 3500 models roll on LT245/75R16E, all-season, Blackwall tires.

The Cargo Van is available with an Ambulance Package, which includes Duramax 6600 Turbo Diesel V-8, Chrome Appearance Package, heavy-duty locking rear differential, and dual 145 amp alternator. It is also available with optional Savana Pro Package and Savana Pro Plus Package.

The Savana comes with very spacious and comfortable interiors. It is so big inside that you can plan a trip with your whole family very easily. The Passenger Van and Conversion Van can seat up to 15 passengers each, while the Cargo Van offers seating for a maximum of two passengers, but lots of space for cargo.

The Passenger Van LS and Cargo Van come standard with vinyl-trimmed reclining bucket front seats. In Passenger Van LS, these seats include manual seat adjuster, while in Cargo Van, they come with head restraints. The Passenger Van LT features custom-cloth trimmed front bucket seats with manual seat adjuster and inboard armrests, which are optional on the LS. The Cargo Van comes with high-back reclining bucket seats for the driver and front passenger, with manual seat adjuster and head restraints. The seats could be either vinyl-trimmed or cloth-trimmed. The Cargo Van and Passenger Van LT are available with the option of a 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat.

The Cargo Van and Passenger Van come standard with manual front air-conditioning. Rear air-conditioning and an auxiliary rear heater are standard on Passenger Van LT and optional on LS and Cargo Van. A base console, which includes an open storage bin, is standard on Passenger Van LS and Cargo Van, while a deluxe console, including swing-out storage bin is standard on the LT and optional on the LS and Cargo Van. Power door locks and power windows are a standard feature on Passenger Van LT and are optional on the LS and Cargo Van.

The Passenger Van LT comes standard with the Convenience Package, which includes a tilt-adjustable steering wheel and cruise control, which is optional on the LS. The LT is available with the option of a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The steering wheel in Passenger Van features a theft-deterrent locking system. The Cargo Van comes with a steel sleeve steering wheel. It is also offered with the option of tilt-adjustable steering wheel and cruise control.

A manual day/night inside rear-view mirror is standard on all models, though the option of a light-sensitive auto dimming rear-view mirror with 8-point compass and outside temperature indicator is also available on the LT and the Cargo Van. A side window defogger is standard on the Passenger Van and Cargo Van and both are available with the option of an electric defogger on the rear-window. All models feature auxiliary 12-volt power outlets on the engine console cover.

The Passenger Van comes standard with an AM/FM stereo. It is also available with the options of an AM/FM stereo with CD player; an AM/FM stereo with CD and cassette player, and an AM/FM stereo with 6-disc CD-changer. The Cargo Van is available with an optional AM/FM stereo and AM/FM stereo with CD player.

The regular wheelbase and extended wheelbase models of Savana come with a cargo capacity of 225.1 and 261.6 cubic-feet respectively. The Savana can handle a maximum payload of 4,147 pounds and can tow up to an incredible 10,000 pounds of cargo.

The Passenger Van LS and Cargo Van are available with the option of Power and Light Package, and Smoker's Package.

The GMC Savana is offered in a standard RWD version, though AWD is also available as an option. The AWD continuously monitors the delivery of torque to all four wheels in a smooth manner, and enhances traction, thereby minimizing the risk of wheel slip.

All engines available on the Savana deliver impressive output and decent acceleration for cruising on smooth urban roads as well as rough country roads. However, the Vortec 6.0-liter V-8 engine, which generates a whopping 300 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 360 lb-ft. at 4,000 rpm scores over others in terms of an all-round performance. The 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive acts in a responsive manner and offers a smooth ride.

All RWD models of the Savana ride on independent front suspension with coil springs and stabilizer bar, while the AWD models feature an independent front suspension, including computer-selected torsion bar and stabilizer bar. The rear suspension includes hypoid drive axle with multi-leaf springs. This suspension system soaks the impact of bumps on the roads and offers a jerk-free ride.

Sharp and strong 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes empower the Savana to stop at remarkably short distances as soon as the brake pedal is pushed. A rear locking differential is optional on the Cargo Van and Passenger Van, but is not available on 3500 Extended/Regular Wheelbase RWD models. The differential distributes power evenly to both the rear wheels in less-than-ideal traction conditions. At lower speeds, the differential automatically senses wheel spin, locks the rear axle, and transfers torque to the rear wheels with more traction, thereby helping the driver to handle slippery road conditions

The 3500 models of the Savana come standard with StabiliTrak, a vehicle stability enhancement system. It helps the Savana respond to steering commands. During difficult driving conditions, sensors feed data to an onboard computer, which adjusts engine speed, and brake pressure to any individual wheel to help the driver keep the vehicle on track.

The regular wheelbase and extended wheelbase models of the GMC Savana come with a ground clearance of 8.6 inches and 8.4 inches respectively, which enables them to take on bumpy and irregular terrains without much problem.

The 2007 Savana has earned a five-star rating, the highest, in front-impact crash tests from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

It comes standard with safety features such as safety seat-belts, airbags for the driver and right front-passenger, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, and PASSlock theft-deterrent system.

The Passenger Van also features child seat anchors located on all 3-seating positions on the rear bench seat. The Passenger Van LT comes standard with remote keyless entry, which is optional on the Cargo Van.