GMC Savana first generation

The GMC Savana first generation (1996–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: GMT600
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 5,555–6,200 mm |
| Width | 2,012–2,017 mm |
| Height | 2,022–2,154 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,429–3,937 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
268 complaints for model years 1996–2002. 11 crashes · 8 fires · 13 injuries
- Brakes 76
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 16 versions of the GMC Savana first generation
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United States 9 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2004CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 1998–2002CLKUP | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 1999–2002(350 V8), CLKUP · CLKUP | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2001 | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1996–2000(350 V8) (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · (350 V8), CLKUP · CLKUP | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1998(350 V8), CLKUP | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1996–1997(350 V8) (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
Canada 7 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2002Van: Passenger | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 15.8–16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 363–380 g/km |
| 1996–2002Van: Cargo | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 15.6–16.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 359–386 g/km |
| 1996–2002Van: Cargo | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 15.5–16.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 357–382 g/km |
| 1996–2002Van: Passenger | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.1–17.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 370–403 g/km |
| 1996–2002Van: Cargo | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.1–17.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 370–398 g/km |
| 1996–2002Van: Passenger | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.8–18.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 386–426 g/km |
| 1999–2001Van: Cargo · Van: Passenger | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 389 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





