2015 GMC SAVANA PASSENGER VAN
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for 2015:
Digital AM/FM radio with auxiliary port
Digital AM/FM with USB and auxiliary port
Standard OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation
Standard 110-volt power outlet
Standard side-cut keys
Exterior color: Emerald Green
2015 GMC SAVANA A SPACIOUS, COMFORTABLE HAULER OF PEOPLE
AND THEIR CARGO
A versatile vehicle with great hauling capabilities, the GMC Savana can easily
carry up to 15 people and their cargo. It also provides the ideal foundation
for those looking to upfit vans through an aftermarket manufacturer.
The 2015 Savana passenger van lineup is offered in 2500 Series – regular
length with a 135-inch wheelbase – and the 3500 Series, which is available in
regular (135-inch wheelbase) and extended (155-inch wheelbase) lengths.
They can accommodate eight, 12 or 15 people and are offered in LS and LT
trim levels.
The 2500 Series vans are rated at 8,600 pounds (3,901 kg) GVWR, and 3500
Series, which includes full-bodied cargo/passenger vans rated at 9,600
pounds (4,354 kg) GVWR with a standard 4.8L gas V-8 engine or an
available 6.0L gas V-8; and 9,900 pounds (4,490 kg) GVWR with the
available Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel.
Standard and available features include:
 Fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmissions
 Available 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel engine with B20 biodiesel
capability
 Available locking rear differential
 Trailering rating of up to 9,700 pounds (4,400 kg) on 3500 models
 StabiliTrak electronic stability control is standard
 SiriusXM Satellite Radio is available
 Standard OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation
 Side-cut keys
 A USB port is included with an available digital radio
There’s also a new exterior color choice for 2015: Emerald Green.
Savana exterior highlights:
 A chrome appearance package, including chrome front and rear
bumpers and chrome grille with dual composite headlamps, is
standard on LT models and available on LS. Black-painted bumpers are
standard on LS
 Swing-out 60/40-split passenger-side doors are standard on all models
 Sliding passenger-side door is available on all models
 Heated power-adjustable outside folding mirrors are available on all
models
 Sixteen-inch steel wheels are standard
 Exterior colors: Quicksilver Metallic, Cyber Gray Metallic, Dark Blue
Metallic, Black, Dark Green Metallic, Summit White, Victory Red,
Wheatland Yellow, Emerald Green and Bronze Alloy Metallic.
Savana interior features:
 Power windows and door locks are standard on all models
 Air conditioning (single-zone) is standard on all models
 Rear air conditioning is standard on LT models and available on LS
 A range of digital audio systems, including CD/MP3 capability and USB
port, is available on all models. An digital AM/FM/Aux stereo is
standard
 Standard OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation
 Navigation radio is available on all models
 SiriusXM Satellite Radio is available on all models
 Child seat anchors (including four anchors and two tethers) are
standard on all models
 A driver information center is standard on all models. A compass and
outside temperature features are available
 A rear auxiliary heater is standard on LT models and available on LS
 Two auxiliary 12-volt power outlets located on the instrument panel
are standard on all models
 110-volt outlet on the instrument panel is standard on all models
 Remote keyless entry is standard on LT and available on LS
 Remote vehicle starter system is available on all models
 Six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat is available. A six-way poweradjustable passenger seat is also available
 Leather-wrapped steering wheel and steering wheel audio controls are
available on all models
 Seating for 12 is standard; seating for 8 and 15 is optional
 Custom vinyl or cloth upholstery is offered on all models in Medium
Pewter.
Savana powertrains – 6.6L Duramax diesel
The powerful Duramax turbo-diesel V-8 is offered in some Savana models,
delivering best-in-class torque and horsepower. Known by its “LGH” engine
code, it is rated at 260 horsepower (194 kW) and 525 lb-ft of torque (712
Nm).
The LGH Duramax employs a robust EGR cooling system, along with revised
turbocharger tuning that helps enhance EGR performance. It also has a
large-capacity selective catalytic reduction system. In fact, the engine
features the latest in emission control technology, making it the cleanest
Duramax engine ever produced. NOx emissions are controlled via a Selective
Catalyst Reduction aftertreatment system that uses urea-based Diesel
(Emission) Exhaust Fluid (DEF). The DEF is housed in a 5.83-gallon (20 L)
tank and needs to be replenished about every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
Electrically heated lines feed the DEF to the emission system to ensure
adequate delivery in cold weather.
The Duramax also includes GM’s second-generation diesel particulate filter
system. Unlike most competitors’ systems, the Duramax regenerates its
diesel particulate filter using a downstream injection of diesel fuel directly
into the exhaust stream and can travel up to 700 miles (1,125 km) between
regenerations – a 300-mile (482 km) increase over the previous Duramax
engine. The use of downstream injection also helps improve engine life by
eliminating concerns about the possibility of diesel fuel contaminating engine
oil, which can happen when fuel used for regeneration is introduced directly
into the cylinder.
When it comes to cold-weather performance, the Duramax uses
microprocessor-controlled glow plugs capable of a gas engine-like start
performance in less than three seconds in temperatures as low as -20
degrees F (-29 o C), without a block heater. The engine has been developed
to operate for at least 200,000 miles (322,000 km) on a rough-duty cycle
without the need for a major overhaul; and it is backed with a fiveyear/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
A fuel-operated heater (FOH) also is available for vans equipped with the
Duramax 6.6L to quickly provide heat to the vehicle interior in cold weather.
This seamlessly integrated system is designed into the Savana chassis,
saving customers the time and labor of upfitting an aftermarket system. The
electronically controlled, fuel-operated heater operates automatically, turning
on and off within parameters that include outside air temperature, fuel level,
coolant temperature and engine use. It features a self-contained, pressurized
auxiliary coolant heater (with a surge tank) that uses diesel fuel to generate
up to 17,200 Btu/h (5 kW) of heating energy.
The Duramax engine is backed by GM’s Hydra-Matic 6L90 heavy-duty sixspeed automatic transmission.
Savana powertrains – gas engines
GMC Savana offers a choice of two gas engines: a standard 4.8L V-8 rated at
285 horsepower (213 kW) and 295 lb-ft of torque (400 Nm) and an available
6.0L V-8 rated at 342 horsepower (255 kW) and 373 lb-ft of torque (506
Nm). Each is part of GM’s legendary small-block engine family and designed
for quiet operation, including:
 Special friction-reducing polymer coating on piston skirts
 Full-floating piston pins
 Damping patch on the oil pan (externally mounted)
 Timing chain tensioner
 Quieter alternator.
Backing the engines’ quietness is the assurance of long-lasting performance.
The engine family was validated under extreme conditions, with the 6.0L
engine dynamometer-tested to the equivalent of 200,000 miles – 50,000
miles more than other engines in the family. The engines also feature many
long-life engine components that can reduce maintenance intervals and
costs. The iridium-tip spark plugs, engine coolant, accessory drive belt and
sealing gaskets are some of these items.
Some of the stringent durability testing included cycling engines between the
peak torque and peak horsepower rpm points – the equivalent of towing a
heavy trailer up a steep grade – for 600 straight hours.
The engines are mated to the Hydra-Matic 6L90 six-speed automatic and a
fast-idle option makes it easier to run accessories at a work site.
The 6.0L is also offered in a special version with hardened valve seats for the
available dedicated compressed natural gas model – the industry’s only CNG
vehicle fully integrated at the factory, crash tested and backed by GM’s
100,000 mile/five-year transferable powertrain limited warranty. For Savana
passenger van models, a three-tank system (RPO code UFM) provides a
range of up to 200 miles and allows complete use of the cargo area. Savana
cargo van models offer a four-tank system with additional range.
Chassis and suspension
The Savana is built on a strong, ladder-type full frame architecture. The
frame features fully boxed sections for greater strength and rigidity, while
extended and tapered front frame rails are used for improved
crashworthiness. Also, additional tubular frame cross members are used to
increase torsional stiffness.
All models feature an independent short-long arm (SLA) front suspension,
with a 35mm front stabilizer bar. Two-stage, semi-elliptic multi-leaf springs
are used in the rear suspension and help locate a semi-floating axle.
Other chassis and suspension features include:
 Hydroboost four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and dynamic rear
proportioning are standard on all models
 StabiliTrak electronic stability control is standard on all models
 A locking rear differential is available on all models
 31-gallon (117.3 L) fuel tank is standard on all models
 8,600-pound GVWR on 2500 models
 9,600-pound GVWR on 3500 models
 9,900-pound GVWR on 3500 models with the 6.6L Duramax diesel.
Safety and crash-avoidance features
Savana is equipped with many safety features, including standard head
curtain side air bags, which provide a higher level of protection in the event
of a side impact or a vehicle rollover. Also, Enhanced Technology Glass
(ETG), which provides superior occupant retention, is standard on 12- and
15-passenger models.
Additional safety features include:
 StabiliTrak is standard
 Side cut keys are standard
 Standard OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation
 Tire pressure monitoring system is standard
 Flat and convex exterior mirrors (for a wider field of vision) are
standard
 Four-wheel anti-lock disc brake system with Hydroboost is standard
 Driver and front passenger air bags are standard
 Side curtain air bags are standard
 Daytime Running Lamps are standard.
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2015 GMC SAVANA PASSENGER VAN SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models:
Body style / driveline:
Construction:
EPA vehicle class:
Manufacturing location:
Key competitors:
GMC Savana 8-, 12- and 15-passenger van; 2500 Series regular length
and 3500 Series regular and extended lengths
RH sliding or swing-out 60/40 doors; front-engine, rear-wheel drive
full frame
full-size van
Wentzville, Mo.
Ford Transit, Ram CV, Mercedes Sprinter, Nissan NV 2500/3500
Engines
Type:
Displacement (cu in / cc):
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
Block material:
Cylinder head material:
Valvetrain:
Ignition system:
4.8L V-8 (L20)
6.0L V-8 (L96 / LC8)
4.8L V-8
293 / 4807
3.78 x 3.27 / 96 x 83
cast iron
cast aluminum
OHV, two valves per
cylinder
platinum-tip spark
plugs, low-resistance
spark plug wires
6.0L V-8
366 / 5967
4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92
cast iron
cast aluminum
OHV, two valves per
cylinder
coil near plug,
platinum-tip spark
plugs, low resistance
spark plug wires
sequential fuel
injection
Fuel delivery:
sequential fuel
injection
Compression ratio:
Horsepower
(hp / kW @ rpm):
8.8:1
285 / 213 @ 5400
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
295 / 400 @ 4600
Recommended fuel:
Maximum engine speed
(rpm):
Emissions controls:
regular unleaded
5600
9.4:1
329 / 245 @ 5400 –
gas
282 / 210 @ 4800 CNG
373 / 506 @ 4400–
gas
320/ 434 @ 4400 CNG
regular unleaded
5600
three-way catalytic
converter, exhaust
gas recirculation,
PCV, evaporative
collection system
three-way catalytic
converter, exhaust
gas recirculation,
PCV, evaporative
collection system
Duramax 6.6L V-8
turbo-diesel (LGH)
6.6L V-8
403 / 6599
4.06 x 3.90 / 103 x 99
cast iron
cast aluminum
OHV, four valves per
cylinder
fast-heating glow
plugs
direct injection diesel
with high-pressure
common rail
16.0:1
260 / 194 @ 2800
525 / 712 @ 1600
diesel B20 capable
3450
catalytic converter,
exhaust gas
recirculation; diesel
particulate filter
system (DPF),
selective catalyst
reduction (SCR)
Transmission
Type:
Gear ratios (:1)
First:
Second:
Third:
Fourth:
Fifth:
Sixth:
Reverse:
Final drive ratio (:1):
Hydra-Matic 6L90
six-speed heavy-duty electronic automatic with overdrive and torque
converter
4.03
2.36
1.53
1.15
0.85
0.67
3.06
3.42 std., 3.73 opt. (6.0L); 3.54 (6.6L)
Chassis/Suspension
Front:
Rear:
Steering type:
Steering ratio:
Steering wheel turns, lockto-lock:
Turning circle, curb-to-curb
(ft / m):
G2500
independent short/long arm (SLA)
coil springs, 35mm stabilizer bar
two-stage, semi-elliptic multi-leaf
springs and semi-floating rear axle
integral power
G3500
independent short/long arm (SLA)
coil springs, 35mm stabilizer bar
two-stage, semi-elliptic multi-leaf
springs and semi-floating rear axle
integral power
17.2:1
3
17.2:1
3
49.2 / 15 (135-in. WB)
54.5 / 16.6 (155-in. WB)
49.2 / 15 (135-in. WB)
54.5 / 16.6 (155-in. WB)
G2500
Hydroboost four-wheel disc, fourwheel ABS with Dynamic Rear
Proportioning
G3500
Hydroboost four-wheel disc, fourwheel ABS with Dynamic Rear
Proportioning
12.8 x 1.5 / 325 x 38
13 x 1.14 / 330 x 29
245 / 1584 (front)
237 / 1526 (rear)
12.8 x 1.5 / 325 x 38
13.5 x 1.6 / 345 x 40
245 / 1584 (front)
TBD (rear)
G2500
16-inch steel
LT245/75R16E all-season steelbelted radials
G3500
16-inch steel
LT245/75R16E all-season steelbelted radials
Brakes
Type:
Rotor diameter x thick
(in / mm)
Front:
Rear:
Total swept area
(sq in / sq cm):
Wheels/Tires
Wheel size & type:
Tires:
Dimensions
Exterior
G2500
Wheelbase (in / mm):
Overall length (in / mm):
Overall width (in / mm):
Overall height (in /mm)
Track (in / mm)
Front:
Rear:
Min. ground clearance
p(in / mm):
Front:
Rear:
Ground to top of rear load
floor (in / mm):
Step-in height (in / mm) - to
step assist foot well
Front door:
Side door:
135 / 3434
224 / 5696
79.2 / 2012
84.6 / 2148
G3500 Regular
Length
135 / 3434
224 / 5696
79.2 / 2012
84.5 / 2146
G3500 Extended
Length
155 / 3940
244 / 6188
79.2 / 2012
84.1 / 2136
68.1 / 1730
67.7 / 1719
68.1 / 1730
67.7 / 1719
68.1 / 1730
67.7 / 1719
11 / 279
7.1 / 180
27.8 / 707
8.8 / 223
7.7 / 196
27.8 / 707
8.8 / 223
7.7 / 196
27.8 / 707
20.3 / 516
20.8 / 528
20.3 / 516
20.8 / 528
20.3 / 516
20.8 / 528
Interior
Seating capacity (std / opt):
Headroom (in / mm)
Front row
Middle (first row):
Middle (second row):
Rear (12-pass):
Rear (15-pass):
Legroom (in / mm)
Front:
Middle (first row):
Middle (second row):
Rear (12-pass):
Rear (15-pass):
Shoulder room (in / mm)
Front:
Middle (first row):
Middle (second row):
Rear (12-pass):
Rear (15-pass):
Hip room (in / mm)
Front:
Middle (first row):
Middle (second row):
Rear (12-pass):
Rear (15-pass):
Cargo volume (with seats):
Cargo volume (with seats
removed):
Width between wheel
housings (in / mm):
Load floor length (in / mm)
Behind 1st row seat:
Behind 2nd row:
Behind 3rd row:
Behind 4th row:
Behind 5th row:
Interior height (in / mm):
G2500 Regular
Length
12 / 8
G3500 Regular
Length
12 / 8
G3500 Extended
Length
12 / 15
39.8 / 1013
38.4 / 976
38.5 / 978
37.6 / 973
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39.8 / 1013
38.4 / 976
38.5 / 978
37.6 / 973
—
39.8 / 1013
38.4 / 976
38.5 / 978
37.6 / 973
37.6 / 954
41.3 / 1050
36.3 / 922
36.6 / 929
36.6 / 929
—
41.3 / 1050
36.3 / 922
36.6 / 929
36.6 / 929
—
41.3 / 1050
36.3 / 922
36.6 / 929
36.6 / 929
34.1 / 866
68.8 / 1749
68.6 / 1742
65.8 / 1670
69.1 / 1755
—
68.8 / 1749
68.6 / 1742
65.8 / 1670
69.1 / 1755
—
68.8 / 1749
68.6 / 1742
65.8 / 1670
69.1 / 1755
62.9 / 1597
65.5 / 1663
65.6 / 1667
63.3 / 1607
65.7 / 1668
—
92.1 / 2608
216.2 / 6123
65.5 / 1663
65.6 / 1667
63.3 / 1607
65.7 / 1668
—
92.1 / 2608
216.2 / 6123
65.5 / 1663
65.6 / 1667
63.3 / 1607
65.7 / 1668
62.8 / 1597
127.2 / 2602
252.8 / 7159
50.4 / 1280
50.4 / 1280
50.4 / 1280
126.2 / 3205
89.1 / 2264
57.1 / 1452
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—
51.8 / 1316
126.2 / 3205
89.1 / 2264
57.1 / 1452
—
—
51.8 / 1316
146 / 3710
109 / 2769
77 / 1957
45 / 1143
13.5 / 342
51.8 / 1316
Weight and towing ratings
G2500
Based curb weight (lb / kg):
Max. GVWR (lb / kg):
Max. payload (lb / kg):
Max. trailer towing (lb / kg):
Maximum tongue weight:
G3500 Regular
G3500 Extended
Length
Length
5873 / 2663
6087 / 2761
6406 / 2906
8600 / 3901
9600 / 4354 (6.0L)
9600 / 4354 (6.0L)
9600 / 4354 (6.6L)
9900 / 4491 (6.6L)
2705 / 1226
3491 / 1583
3172 / 1438
9800 / 4445
9700 / 4400 (6.0L)
9300 / 4218 (6.0L)
10000 / 4536 (6.6L)
9700 / 4400 (6.6L)
Trailer tongue weight should be 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer
weight, up to 1,000 pounds (450 kg). Weight-carrying hitch limit on a
4,000-lb (1,814 kg) trailer is 400 pound (181 kg) tongue weight. Weightdistributing hitch and sway control required for greater than 4,000pound (1,814 kg) trailer weight
Capacities
4.8L V-8
Engine oil (qt / L):
6 / 5.6
Cooling system (qt / L):
13.4 / 12.7
Fuel tank (gal / L):
31 / 117
*Cooling capacity higher with fuel-operated heater.
6.0L V-8
6 / 5.6
14.4 / 13.6
31 / 117
Duramax 6.6L
10.4 / 9. 8
19.9 / 18.9*
31 / 117
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