Used 2018 GMC Savana Cargo for sale 

2018 GMC Cargo Van has 4 configuration variants and 4 engine options. You get 2 regular wheelbases and 2 extended wheelbase configurations, each in 2500 and 3500 models respectively. 2018 GMC Savana cargo van comes with good features such as Dual-halogen composite headlamps, AM/FM stereo with MP3 player, air conditioning, tire pressure, oil life monitoring system, built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, etc. 

6 optional packages are available with Savana Cargo van. Cargo package that includes spray-in cargo liner and GM commercial link. Communications package includes cruise control, Bluetooth, steering mounted controls, SiriusXM satellite radio. Safety package gets rear park assist, side blind zone alert, heated and power-adjustable black folding mirrors. Convenience package includes remote start, remote keyless entry, cruise control, etc. Apart from these, two other packages are available.

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If we have to give the best recommendation, you can look at the 2500 extended wheelbase, which will give an immense amount of space for tools and machines at the back and generous driving cycle. Also, do check the optional packages to make the Savana cargo van suit your work. The 2500 Extended Wheelbase comes out to be the most pragmatic and value for money option in the Savana lineup.

GMC Savana cargo van starts from $32,490 and is powered by 4 different engines, but in the review, we have taken the 4.3L V6 gasoline engine with 276 horses and 298-pound-feet of torque. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, which gives smooth gear changes. The engine provides all the power to the rear wheels of the van.

In comparison, GMC and Chevrolet are identical in terms of every aspect, be it price or power, and are also the most powerful in the class. Ford Transit cargo van is almost equal in terms of price and power but has a torque difference of 38-pound-feet and has a 6-speed transmission. Nissan NV cargo 1500 is the cheapest cargo van at $28,850 but has less power and 5-speed transmission that doesn't match the likes of GMC, Chevrolet, and Ford.

How quick is the 0-60 mph acceleration of the 2018 GMC Savana?

The work trucks are not expected to be fast, and thus we see those slower acceleration numbers in the chart. The 2018 GMC Savana Cargo Van can achieve the 0-60 mph acceleration in a decent 8.4 seconds. While a similar performance is seen in the quarter mile acceleration, where the Savanna covers the distance in 16.8 seconds. 

The Savana by no means is the fastest Cargo Van in comparison. That position is taken by the Ford Transit Cargo van with a 0-60 mph acceleration timing of 7.5 seconds. The Nissan NV Cargo Van is the slowest of them all to reach the 60 mph mark with a timing of 9.6 seconds. The Chevy is on par with the GMC and has similar acceleration timings. 

How is the Handling and Braking performance of the 2018 GMC Savana?

The GMC Savana has a long wheelbase as standard and thus has its own difficulties to maneuver in narrow lanes of the city. The lack of response from the steering makes it even more difficult to control the vehicle, and if you add the large turning radius in the equation, it becomes impossible to drive in the city. But when out of these city roads, the GMC is stable and achieves good acceleration even with the van fully loaded. 

2018 GMC Savana cargo has 12.8 inches ventilated discs in the front and 13 inches ventilated discs at the back. It weighs in at 5,225 pounds, which is pretty good considering the size of the van. The Savana generated a decent braking force to control the vehicle. There is no official data available to get the braking distance of these vehicles from 60 mph. 

In comparison, Nissan NV cargo has the biggest brakes at 14.2 inches in the front and 14.4 inches in the rear. It is also the heaviest at 5,817 pounds, almost 1,000 pounds heavier than the Ford Transit cargo van and 600 pounds heavier than Chevrolet and GMC. Ford Transit has the least amount of beef in the brakes at 12.1 inches both in front and back and is the lightest among the competition at 4,866 pounds.

What is the Towing Capacity of the 2018 GMC Savana?

With 10,000 pounds of towing capacity, it can easily tow large masses with ease. The engine is an absolute gem, which really gives this van such towing power. The diesel engine of the van might easily outperform the gasoline counterpart here.

In comparison, identical twin Chevrolet Express Cargo has the same 10,000 pounds towing capacity. Nissan NV Cargo has a very low towing capacity of 6,900 pounds. Ford Transit Cargo van towing figures are unavailable.

The 2018 GMC Savana is not the most fuel efficient vehicle in comparison. There is no data available with the EPA for the mileage of the 2018 GMC Savana, but the real life tests show us that the combined average mileage of the Savana is around 14 mpg, which is much lower than the competition.

The Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 proves to be the most efficient vehicle in comparison with a combined mileage of 25 mpg. This is followed by the Ford Transit with a combined mileage of 23 mpg. The Savana and Chevy Express have the largest fuel tank capacity of 31 gallons, while the Transit and Nissan NV have a fuel tank capacity of 25 gallons and 28 gallons, respectively. 

Cargo vans generally have a seating capacity for two people, and GMC Savana cargo is no different. It has 39.8 inches of headroom, 68.8 inches of shoulder room, and 41.3 inches of legroom. The front two seats are available in vinyl or cloth upholstery, which is decent enough. The cabin gets single-zone manual air conditioning while the storage area is covered with full-length black rubberized vinyl. 

In comparison, Nissan NV Cargo has the best headroom and legroom of 42.8 inches and 42 inches, respectively. GMC Savana Cargo and Chevrolet Express have the best shoulder room of 68.8 inches, while the Transit has a better headroom in front, it has limited legroom for the occupants. 

How intuitive is the infotainment system in the 2018 GMC Savana Cargo Van?

2018 GMC Savana cargo gets GMC infotainment, which is a high-definition command center and has optional navigation with radio. You also get an AM/FM stereo with an MP3 player with a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. It also has voice control and smartphone integration for hands-free calling and accesses your phone book. Here is a list of the infotainment system in the GMC Savana:

• Two front door speakers
• WiFi Hotspot
• AM/FM Stereo
• MP3 Player
• Voice Control
• Navigation

How much Cargo Space is available in the 2018 GMC Savana Cargo Van?

Vans are designed to carry a huge amount of cargo and are specifically used by medium to small size businesses to carry out their day to day tasks. The 2018 GMC Savanna cargo van has 239.7 cu. ft of space, which gives ample space for tools and heavy equipment for the workforce.

In comparison, the Ford Transit cargo van has the biggest cargo space of 246 cu. ft. GMC Savana cargo and Chevrolet Express cargo have identical cargo space of 239.7 inches. Nissan NV cargo has the least cargo space of 234.1 inches.

The exterior is very simple and comes with big black bumpers upfront. Headlights are twin halogen housings with one for high beam and one for low beam. Moving onto the side, you have a sliding door that gives you access to the cargo back of the vehicle. At the back, you have a black stripe that runs along the roof and finishes off on the taillights. The third brake light is mounted on top of the roof. The exhaust pipe is bent towards the driver’s side.

2018 GMC Savana Cargo van is 224.1 inches in length with 79.2 inches in width. Ground clearance is 11 inches in the front and 7.1 inches in the rear. It is well suited for city drive and occasional highway runs. Height is 84.6 inches, and a wheelbase of 135 inches gives you ample space to put your tools and other work equipment.

When compared with the rivals, Nissan NV cargo is the longest at 240.6 inches and also has the best wheelbase of 146.1 inches. In terms of width, the Ford Transit cargo van has 81.3 inches, which is the best among the competition. GMC Savana cargo and Chevrolet Express, being identical twins, have the best height and ground clearance at 84.6 inches and 11 inches in front and 7.1 inches in the rear, respectively.

The 2018 GMC Savana Cargo Van has not been tested by the NHTSA, and hence we do not have any rating for the structural integrity of the vehicle. But it does score a rating of 3-stars in the rollover test. The high heights of the vans make them very much prone to rollover in case of a sudden change in direction at high speeds. But for the safety of the passengers, Savana Cargo Van is equipped with limited safety features like the following:

• Airbag system
• StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
• Daytime Running Lamps
• Brake/transmission shift interlock, for automatic transmissions
• 2 airbags
• Rear Vision Camera

Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 vs GMC Savana

Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana are identical to each other from exterior to interior. It gets the same kit, engine specs, interior space. Both offer a good number of features, which really give them an edge over the competition. But they haven't been updated for a very long time and need a facelift, which last occurred in 2003.

Ford Transit Cargo Van T-150 vs GMC Savana

Ford Transit is a really good competition for GMC Savana Cargo. Mechanically it has enough grunt to match GMC. It has better cargo space in comparison and is also smaller in length, which gives it better maneuverability around the city. Price is almost similar, but it has better service and after-sales than GMC and Chevrolet.

Nissan NV Cargo 1500 vs GMC Savana

Nissan NV cargo is cheaper than GMC Savana cargo by almost $4,000. The engine is not powerful but has a lot of torque. It has a low towing capacity, but it offers the best commercial van warranty at 5 years / 100,000 miles. It might be a good selling proposition, but competitors are way more superior and technologically advanced than Nissan NV cargo.

GMC Savana Cargo is a really good commercial vehicle that provides great value for money. It has a great towing capacity with supreme cargo space in the back. Mechanically, it has a really good engine and provides a good grunt for a vehicle of its size. It does look old in terms of exterior and interior and needs an urgent makeover. But if that is not what you are worried about, you should definitely take a look at the Savana.