2020 GMC Savana Cargo Review

　　

2020 GMC Savana Cargo Review

byTravis LangnessReviews Editor

　　Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.

　　GMC seems to be just fine with the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mantra. The 2020 GMC Savana Cargo Van and its corporate twin, the Chevy Express Cargo, are the only remaining cargo vans on the market that offer traditional body-on-frame construction. That setup provides excellent towing and hauling capability. How much capability? The Savana Cargo has a payload capacity of up to 4,250 pounds and can tow as much as 10,000 pounds, the latter a best-in-class rating.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　Not Available  for Savana Cargo 2500

　　Savana Cargo 2500

　　2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) (Most Popular) - $32,000 MSRP2500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) - $33,900 MSRP3500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) - $35,100 MSRP3500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A) - $35,900 MSRP

　　vs

　　$283/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Van

　　Unfortunately, the Savana also has some serious drawbacks. It starts with the Savana Cargo's fixed roof height. Rival vans offer optional high roofs to better serve your business, such as if you need to be able to comfortably stand up in your van. The Savana also has a stiff and bumpy ride and a dated interior with fewer available modern features than rivals. Overall, the 2020 GMC Savana Cargo is a capable rig when it comes to towing and hauling, but competitors such as the Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter outclass it in just about every other aspect.

　　

Which Savana Cargo does zzdcar recommend?

The GMC Savana Cargo only comes in one trim level: the Work Van. There are a few configurations to choose from, including load rating (2500 or 3500) and wheelbase (standard or long) and your choices in those categories will depend on your needs and your budget. We do recommend getting the optional 6.0-liter V8 for its significant towing capability (up to 10,000 pounds) and adding on the optional Convenience package, which includes a tilt-only steering wheel and cruise control.

　　

2020 GMC Savana Cargo models

The 2020 GMC Savana Cargo is a full-size cargo van with two seats up front and all cargo space in the back. It's available in two load ratings: 2500 and 3500. Each can be ordered in a standard-wheelbase configuration or an extended-wheelbase configuration that provides more cargo space. All Savanas come with a choice of three engines:

　　A standard 4.3-liter V6 (276 hp, 298 lb-ft) paired to an eight-speed automatic An available 6.0-liter V8 (341 hp, 373 lb-ft) matched to a six-speed automatic A 2.8-liter Duramax diesel four-cylinder engine (181 hp, 369 lb-ft) with an eight-speed automaticGMC offers one modestly equipped trim level for the Savana Cargo: Work Van.

　　Work Van starts you off with:

　　Vinyl upholstery and single-zone manual air conditioning Power windows and locks, 60/40-split opening side doors A rearview camera with an image displayed in the rearview mirror A 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and a 120-volt household-style power outlet A two-speaker stereo system with AM/FM radio and an auxiliary portOptional equipment (available in bundled or stand-alone form) includes:

　　A tilt-only adjustable steering wheel and cruise control A sliding cargo door, a trailering package A 6.5-inch touchscreen with navigation and Bluetooth Power-adjustable heated mirrors, rear parking sensors Blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, lane departure warning An engine block heater, a second heavy-duty battery, a trailering package Five-passenger seating (via an optional second row), rear air conditioning

　　

2020 Savana Cargo Highlights

Trim: 250035002500

　　

Base MSRP	$32,000
Engine Type	Gas
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	239.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles