GMC Savana Cargo Van

GMC Savana Cargo Van
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Full 2011 GMC Savana Cargo Review

What's New for 2011

For 2011, the GMC Savana Cargo receives a number of functional upgrades that add to the workhorse's comfort and safety, including available Bluetooth and a USB port and standard stability control. There is also a revised and more powerful turbodiesel V8 engine.

Introduction

This year, the GMC Savana van turns 16. Obviously, full-size cargo (and passenger) vans don't go through the vanity of a full redesign every five years as with most cars. As such, the 2011 Savana Cargo sees only minor changes this year that nonetheless add a bit more functionality and comfort to this reliable workhorse.

Most notable is a new and more powerful 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8. It's rated at 260 horsepower and 525 pound-feet of torque -- noticeable upgrades compared to last year's 250 hp and 460 lb-ft. GMC says the new engine also provides better fuel economy and reduced tailpipe emissions. An optionally available compressed-natural-gas (CNG) engine offers green-minded business owners another powerful engine choice.