2009 GMC Savana Cargo Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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The GMC Savana Cargo is a full-size van available in half-, three-quarter, and one-ton versions - the 1500, 2500, and 3500, respectively. With three available engines across six trims, two drivetrains, and two wheelbase lengths, the Savana Cargo provides a large range of configurations depending on your application. As opposed to the Savana Passenger van, the Cargo has replaced the side and rear windows with metal panels, or in versions not equipped with the optional driver’s side 60/40 doors, optional access panels.

Available engines, all mated to a four-speed automatic, include a 4.3-liter, 195-hp V6 a 5.3-liter, 295-hp, E85-friendly V8; and a 6.6-liter, 250-hp turbodiesel V8. Maximum towing capacity is 5,900 lbs for the 4.3, 6,500 lbs for the 5.3, and 10,000 lbs for the 6.6. While EPA estimates have yet to be released for the 6.6, the 4.3 achieves 15/20 mpg and the 5.3 manages 10/12.

While 2009 is a carryover year, the Savana Cargo saw some much needed additions and changes in 2008, including a low-tire pressure monitoring system and an expanded info display which notifies the driver of general vehicle status and maintenance scheduling. This was part of the new interior that the Savana received last year as well.

Configuration options vary across platforms, with 1500s available in the standard wheelbase of 135 inches, while the 2500 and 3500s are additionally available in the extended, 155-inch, wheelbase. Also, 1500s are available with all-wheel drive.

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2009 GMC Savana Cargo Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.18 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: illuminated passenger

Doors

Side door type: hinged swing-out

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 145 amps · Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Doors

Side door type: hinged swing-out

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 105 amps · Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: vinyl · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 105 amps · Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: vinyl · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: illuminated passenger

Doors

Side door type: hinged swing-out

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 145 amps · Battery: 600 CCA

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.18 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: illuminated passenger

Doors

Side door type: hinged swing-out

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 125 amps · Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Front passenger airbag delete · Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Material: vinyl · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo area light: dual · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 105 amps · Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Rear heat: rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out

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