GMC Savana MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)

Name: GMC Savana EPA Fuel Economy by Model Year (1996–2017)
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EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated GMC Savana model year from 1996 to 2017 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Savana has been offered with 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2006 (up to 15 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.

GMC Savana fuel economy by year

Year	Combined	Engines	Median used price	For sale
2017	12–13 MPG	6.0L 8-cyl	$11,950	23 listings
2016	12–13 MPG	6.0L 8-cyl	$15,265	20 listings
2015	12–13 MPG	6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl	$12,500	14 listings
2014	12–14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl	—	—
2013	12–14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl	—	—
2012	12–14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl	—	—
2011	12–14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl	—	—
2010	14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2009	14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2008	14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2007	14 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2006	14–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2005	14–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2004	12–15 MPG	5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl	—	—
2003	13–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl	—	—
2002	14–15 MPG	5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl	—	—
2001	13–14 MPG	5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl	—	—
2000	14 MPG	5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl	—	—
1999	14–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl	—	—
1998	14–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl	—	—
1997	14–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl	—	—
1996	13–15 MPG	4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl	—	—

2017 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2017 Savana was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $11,950 on VehiSales (23 for sale).

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2016 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2016 Savana was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $15,265 on VehiSales (20 for sale).

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2015 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2015 Savana was EPA-rated in 5 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $12,500 on VehiSales (14 for sale).

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2014 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2014 Savana was EPA-rated in 6 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2013 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2013 Savana was EPA-rated in 6 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2012 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2012 Savana was EPA-rated in 6 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	10	15	12 MPG

2011 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2011 Savana was EPA-rated in 5 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	4.8L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	17	13 MPG
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 6-spd	Regular	11	16	12 MPG

2010 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2010 Savana was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG

2009 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2009 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	15	14 MPG

2008 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2008 Savana was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	14 MPG

2007 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2007 Savana was EPA-rated in 4 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG

2006 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2006 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG

2005 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2005 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG

2004 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2004 Savana was EPA-rated in 11 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	14	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	15 MPG
Savana 15/25 2WD Conversion (cargo)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	14	18	15 MPG
Savana 15/25 2WD Conversion (cargo)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	14	18	15 MPG
Savana 15/25 AWD Conversion (cargo)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 AWD (cargo)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana Passenger (Bi-fuel)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	11	15	12 MPG
Savana Passenger (dedicated CNG)	6.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Natural Gas	11	15	12 MPG

2003 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2003 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	13 MPG

2002 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2002 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG

2001 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2001 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	16	13 MPG

2000 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 2000 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG

1999 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 1999 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	18	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG

1998 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 1998 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	16	14 MPG

1997 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 1997 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	14	17	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	13	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG

1996 GMC Savana: engines & MPG

The 1996 Savana was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.

Version	Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Hwy	Combined
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	4.3L 6-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	14	17	15 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.7L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	12	17	14 MPG
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger)	5.0L 8-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Regular	11	16	13 MPG

Frequently asked questions

What MPG does a GMC Savana get?

Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Savana range from 13 to 15 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2006 model year.

What engines does the 2017 GMC Savana have?

The 2017 Savana was EPA-rated with 6.0L 8-cyl engines — see the 2017 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.

Does the GMC Savana require premium gas?

No — rated versions run on regular gasoline or natural gas.

About this data: EPA ratings from the official U.S. DOE/EPA dataset (fueleconomy.gov), as of October 2026; refreshed monthly. Market prices and listing counts are live medians from VehiSales inventory, updated daily. How to cite: “VehiSales Research, GMC Savana EPA Fuel Economy by Model Year” with a link to https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/gmc/savana.

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