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GMC Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)

2003–2014 · 15 configurations

Lowest
13
Average
14
Best
14
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The GMC Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2014. Over this period, the Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 13 MPG to 14 MPG, with an overall average of 14 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2014
5.3L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2013
5.3L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2012
5.3L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2011
5.3L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2010
5.3L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2009
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131614MPG
2009
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300121514MPG
2008
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300121614MPG
2008
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300121614MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300131614MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2006
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300131714MPG
2005
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300131714MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300131714MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,600121613MPG

Historical Efficiency

2014
14
2013
14
2012
14
2011
14
2010
14
2009
14
2008
14
2007
14
2006
14
2005
14
2004
14
2003
13

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger)) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger). Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC G-series van/Savana grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
274
Total Deaths
122

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.9%
Fire Occurrence
3.6%
Speeding Involved
10.2%
DUI Involved
12.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
9%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2021
Fatal Crashes30
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.27
2020
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2019
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2017
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2016
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2015
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2014
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.19
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2014
3
2013
4
2012
2
2011
4
2010
1
2009
4
2008
4
2007
1
2006
3
2005
2
2004
3
2003
12
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