2010 GMC Savana 1500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 GMC Savana 1500 is mostly a carryover, with the main change being a flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 and a small power increase for LS and LT passenger vans. The body, layouts, and trim structure remain unchanged.
About the 2010 GMC Savana 1500
1st generation Savana full-size van, launched for 1996; 2010 is a late-cycle year using the same basic body and layout rather than a redesign year.
GMC positioned the Savana as a full-size van that puts space, proven V8 power, safety hardware, and straightforward usability ahead of flashy design or new technology. Passenger versions are about moving big groups in a sturdy, traditional van, while cargo versions focus on enclosed work space and simple controls. Its main differentiators in this era were available all-wheel drive on 1500 models, strong towing ability, and a familiar, durable layout that fleets, shuttle operators, churches, and contractors already knew well.
The base Savana 1500 is a simple two-seat work van with 225.1 cubic feet of cargo room, while the eight-seat LS focuses on straightforward passenger duty. The LT adds more comfort with cloth front seats, rear heating and air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, and chrome exterior trim.
What changed, by category
2010 GMC Savana 1500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 13 mpg | 13 mpg | 13–15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 18–20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 195–310 hp |
| Torque | 334 lb-ft | 334 lb-ft | 260–334 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6700 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 217.3 cu-ft | 217.3 cu-ft | 267.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 2 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Cruise Control | |||
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| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||
| AM/FM Radio | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Rear Air Conditioning | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Power Locks | |||
| Power Windows | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 redesigned?
No. The 2010 Savana 1500 uses the same basic body, cargo and passenger layouts, and trim structure as the 2009 model.
What changed on the 2010 Savana 1500 passenger van?
The LS and LT passenger vans changed to a flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 that can run on gasoline or E85. The engine also received a small horsepower increase.
Did the 2010 Savana 1500 cargo van change?
The base cargo van kept its standard 4.3-liter V6 and basic two-seat work-van layout. A flexible-fuel powertrain joined the base trim's lineup, but there were no body, styling, or structural updates.
Does every 2010 GMC Savana 1500 have a flex-fuel engine?
No. The LS and LT passenger vans use a flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8, while the base cargo van retained its gas-powered 4.3-liter V6 and also added a flexible-fuel powertrain to its lineup.
What is the difference between the 2010 Savana 1500 LS and LT?
The LS is the simpler eight-seat passenger van, while the LT adds comfort and convenience features such as cloth front seats, rear heating and air conditioning, power windows, remote keyless entry, cruise control, and chrome exterior trim.