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2008
GMC Savana 3500

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  • RWD 3500 135" Y3H Paratransit
    Starts at
    $27,259
    1
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 135"
    Starts at
    $27,259
    1
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 135" Y3G Mobility
    Starts at
    $27,259
    1
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 155" Y3H Paratransit
    Starts at
    $28,119
    1
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 155"
    Starts at
    $28,119
    1
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 135"
    Starts at
    $30,394
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 3500 155"
    Starts at
    $32,219
    15
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five available engines
Up to 15-occupant capacity
Three duty levels
RWD or AWD
Available cargo van

The good & the bad

The good

Interior space
V-8 performance
Towing capacity
Cargo-hauling capacity

The bad

Fuel economy
Maneuverability
Stability and handling

Expert 2008 GMC Savana 3500 review

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Our expert's take
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
For 2008, a tire pressure monitoring system is standard on GMC’s full-size van, and passenger van models get standard side curtain airbags. Driver controls have been redesigned, too: new equipment includes the steering wheel, gauges, ventilation system controls, stereo and cloth seats. Competitors include the Dodge Sprinter and Ford E-Series.

Exterior
The Savana’s front end has a trapezoidal grille with a large GMC badge and upscale reflector headlights.

Light-duty vans have rack-and-pinion steering, which promises greater agility. The rear suspensions use a solid axle with multileaf springs and gas shocks. All Savanas have 16-inch wheels.

Passenger vans come in regular and extended lengths. The regular-length model has a 135-inch wheelbase and measures 224.1 inches long overall, while the extended-length van rides on a 155-inch wheelbase and stretches 244.1 inches long overall. Each of these vans is 79.4 inches wide and at least 81.6 inches tall.

Regular-length passenger and cargo vans can be fitted with a 60/40-split left-side entry and loading door. Available side access panels feature remote releases and are limited to work-oriented models. They permit easier accessibility to tools and parts from either side of the van.

Interior
Depending on the configuration, Savana passenger vans can carry eight, 12 or 15 occupants. Cargo vans seat a maximum of two people.

Under the Hood
The Savana can be equipped with one of five engines: a 195-horsepower, 4.3-liter V-6; a 279-hp (maximum), 4.8-liter V-8; a 301-hp, 5.3-liter V-8; a 323-hp, 6.0-liter V-8; or a 250-hp, 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 that generates 460 pounds-feet of torque. Each engine teams with a four-speed automatic transmission that incorporates a tow/haul mode. Rear- and all-wheel-drive models are available.

Safety
All-disc antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are standard. For 2008, passenger van models get standard side curtain airbags.

2008 GMC Savana 3500 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
For 2008, a tire pressure monitoring system is standard on GMC’s full-size van, and passenger van models get standard side curtain airbags. Driver controls have been redesigned, too: new equipment includes the steering wheel, gauges, ventilation system controls, stereo and cloth seats. Competitors include the Dodge Sprinter and Ford E-Series.

Exterior
The Savana’s front end has a trapezoidal grille with a large GMC badge and upscale reflector headlights.

Light-duty vans have rack-and-pinion steering, which promises greater agility. The rear suspensions use a solid axle with multileaf springs and gas shocks. All Savanas have 16-inch wheels.

Passenger vans come in regular and extended lengths. The regular-length model has a 135-inch wheelbase and measures 224.1 inches long overall, while the extended-length van rides on a 155-inch wheelbase and stretches 244.1 inches long overall. Each of these vans is 79.4 inches wide and at least 81.6 inches tall.

Regular-length passenger and cargo vans can be fitted with a 60/40-split left-side entry and loading door. Available side access panels feature remote releases and are limited to work-oriented models. They permit easier accessibility to tools and parts from either side of the van.

Interior
Depending on the configuration, Savana passenger vans can carry eight, 12 or 15 occupants. Cargo vans seat a maximum of two people.

Under the Hood
The Savana can be equipped with one of five engines: a 195-horsepower, 4.3-liter V-6; a 279-hp (maximum), 4.8-liter V-8; a 301-hp, 5.3-liter V-8; a 323-hp, 6.0-liter V-8; or a 250-hp, 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 that generates 460 pounds-feet of torque. Each engine teams with a four-speed automatic transmission that incorporates a tow/haul mode. Rear- and all-wheel-drive models are available.

Safety
All-disc antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are standard. For 2008, passenger van models get standard side curtain airbags.

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2008 GMC Savana 3500?

The 2008 GMC Savana 3500 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • (4 styles)
  • Y3G Mobility (1 style)
  • Y3H Paratransit (2 styles)

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