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2020 GMC Savana

The 2020 GMC Savana represents the 17th model year of the nameplate. For 2020, the Savana receives a few minor changes, which vary by model.

2020 GMC Savana Cargo Changes, Updates, New Features

  • New 8-speed transmission for diesel models
  • Front License Plate kit is now standard on all models
  • Minor changes in package and equipment availability

2020 GMC Savana Cutaway Changes, Updates, New Features

  • Airbags are now available on vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR
  • Front License Plate kit is now standard on all models

2020 GMC Savana Passenger Changes, Updates, New Features

  • New 8-speed transmission for diesel models
  • Front License Plate kit is now standard on all models
  • Electrical Provisions option deleted
  • Change to select package equipment

See detailed 2020 GMC Savana changes, updates and new features here: 2020 GMC Savana change log.

The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may be different for other markets.

Body Styles

The 2020 GMC Savana will continue to be offered in three different body styles, including:

  • Cargo
  • Cutaway
  • Passenger

Powertrain

2020 GMC Savana Cargo & Passenger Powertrain
Engine Fuel Aspiration Drive Wheels Transmission Power (hp / kW @ RPM) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM) Axle Ratio
4.3L LV1 V6 Gasoline Atmospheric Rear-wheel drive 8-speed auto M5U 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 3.42
6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Gasoline Atmospheric Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 3.42
6.0L LC8 Vortec V8 LPG/CNG Atmospheric Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 3.42
2.8L LWN Duramax I4 Diesel Turbo Rear-wheel drive 8-speed auto MQD 181 / 135.03 @ 5400 369 / 498.15 @ 2000 3.42

The 2.8-Liter Duramax Turbodiesel engine is not available on Savana Cutaway models. Additionally, while Savana Cargo and Passenger models are only available with the standard 3.42 axle ratio, Cutaway models are also available with 3.73 and 4.10 axle ratios. Powertrain availability for 2020 GMC Savana Cutaway models is shown in the table below.

2020 GMC Savana Cutaway Powertrain
Model Engine Wheel Drive Transmission Power (hp / kW @ RPM) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM) Axle Ratio
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 4.3L LV1 V6 Rear-wheel drive 8-speed auto M5U 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 Standard 3.42, Available 3.73
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 4.3L LV1 V6 Rear-wheel drive 8-speed auto M5U 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 Standard 3.42, Available 3.73
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73, Standard 4.101
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73, Standard 4.101
179-inch Wheelbase (TG33903) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Standard 3.73, Standard 4.101
179-inch Wheelbase (TG33903) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-wheel drive 6-speed auto MYD 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Standard 3.73, Standard 4.101
  • 1 – Requires 4500 Van configuration

Platform

The 2020 GMC Savana continues to ride on the GM GMT 610 platform shared with the Chevrolet Express.

Production

The 2020 GMC Savana is assembled by GM USA at the GM Wentzville plant in Wentzville, Missouri, USA. The Savana Cutaway is also produced by Navistar at its plant in Springfield, Ohio.

Availability

The 2020 GMC Savana follows the regular GM model year rollover sequence and launched in the third quarter of the 2019 calendar year in North America.

Beyond 2020

It is currently unclear when or if a next-generation GMC Savana will reach the market, though we know that the current model will continue to be sold through the 2023 calendar year. We expect the GMC Savana to continue receiving minor changes, updates, and improvements during that timeframe. A possible all-new replacement could arrive thereafter, potentially as an electric van.

Discussion

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News

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