2008 GMC Savana LS G1500

This rear-wheel drive passenger van seats eight in three rows, with 204 cubic feet of cargo space in the back, making it a nice option as an airport shuttle. The 2008 GMC Savana LS G1500 is the half-ton base trim, utilitarian in purpose and light on standard features. Its 135-inch wheelbase rides on a front independent and solid live axle rear suspension, using 16-inch steel wheels with all-season tires. The 5.3-liter V8 serves up 301-hp and 325 ft-lbs of torque, paired with a 4-speed automatic.

Access to the second and third row bench seats is via a 60/40 split hinged side door. A sliding door can be substituted. Rear doors open out barn-style. Both rear bench seats can be removed for 217 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The vinyl seats can be upgraded to cloth and a leather steering wheel added. Standard features include air conditioning, a radio, a tachometer, and power rack and pinion steering. Three cupholders and two power outlets sit up front. Earning five stars in frontal impact tests, the 2008 Savana LS G1500 features 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, dual front airbags and new side curtain bags for all three rows, traction and stability control, daytime running lights, and halogen lamps. A tire monitor is now standard.

Options add power locks, mirrors, and windows, a CD player or 6-CD changer, rear climate control, heated mirrors with turn signals, chrome bumpers and wheels, temperature gauge, tilt steering, cruise control, steering wheel-mounted controls, and remote entry. Additional trailer wiring is also available, to help the 2008 Savana LS G1500 tow up to 6300 pounds.