| The latest addition to the Savana list of options is the | | | | All Savana vans are available in half ton, three-quarter |
| all-new 6.0L V8. With 6.0L displacement, the new | | | | ton, and one ton load-bearing configurations. In addition, |
| power plant produces 323 hp. In 2009, the largest | | | | all models are available with either 2WD or 4WD |
| engine available was the 5.3L V8 that produced 310 | | | | propulsion. Regardless of the load configuration and |
| hp. At first glance, the increase in power output may | | | | propulsion system, a wide range of passenger or |
| seem modest. Nevertheless, the ability of the new | | | | cargo interiors is available. |
| engine to pull heavy loads improved substantially. | | | | GMC vans are respected for industry-leading |
| Additional displacement now produces a whopping | | | | dependability and affordability. In addition, a Savana can |
| 460 ft-lbs. of torque. | | | | carry up to 15 passengers. This capacity is a rare |
| The new 6.0L power plant is based on GMC's flex-fuel | | | | achievement for most other manufacturers. On the |
| design to increase performance and reduce emissions. | | | | downside, GMC received well-deserved criticism in the |
| In addition, the new power plant is available in all 1500, | | | | past because of the cheap quality plastic used to |
| 2500 and 3500 models. Fuel efficiency naturally varies | | | | construct passenger compartments. |
| among models because of vehicle weight. In the | | | | The new 323 hp engine should improve performance |
| mid-range however, a 2500 series van with the new | | | | and dependability. The increase in total displacement |
| 6.0L V8 and 2WD is rated at 14 miles per gallon during | | | | insures that greater power creates less strain on |
| city driving and 17 miles per gallon while driving on the | | | | internal components during daily use. With the ability to |
| highway. The 2010 lineup also includes an all-new 4.6L | | | | choose a smaller displacement option, fuel economy |
| V8 rated at 280 hp that improves improve fuel | | | | can remain affordable. |
| economy slightly. | | | | |