2014 GMC Savana 3500: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2014 GMC Savana 3500 is a light-update model, led by power windows and power door locks becoming standard. Its basic engines, body choices, and heavy-duty layout otherwise carry over.

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About the 2014 GMC Savana 3500

Original Savana generation, in its long-running late-cycle form after the earlier 2003-era update.

GMC positioned the Savana 3500 as a traditional heavy-duty full-size van built around usefulness more than style. Cargo versions served as blank-canvas work vans for tools, freight, and upfits, while passenger versions focused on moving large groups in a familiar, durable package. What separated the 3500 from lighter vans was its heavier-duty chassis, available diesel V8, long-wheelbase body, and straightforward controls that fleet, shuttle, and church buyers could depend on.

The 2014 lineup ranges from basic two-seat cargo vans to LS and LT passenger vans, with regular and extended bodies for different space needs. Diesel versions use a 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8, while LT passenger models add rear air conditioning and a rear auxiliary heater for shuttle duty.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

Natural-gas powertrains joined the LS, LS Extended, LT, and LT Extended passenger-van lines.

Tech

Power windows and power door locks became standard. Navigation and satellite radio moved from standard to optional equipment on LS and LT passenger vans, including diesel and extended versions.

2014 GMC Savana 3500 specs and features by trim

Feature	2014 GMC Savana 3500LS0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LT0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500Base0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500Diesel0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500Extended0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LS Diesel0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LT Diesel0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LS Extended0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LT Extended0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500Diesel Extended0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LS Diesel Extended0 in stock	2014 GMC Savana 3500LT Diesel Extended0 in stock
Engine	V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, CNG, 6.0L	V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, CNG, 6.0L	V8, CNG, 6.0L / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter	V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter	V8, CNG, 6.0L / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter	V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L	V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, CNG, 6.0L	V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, CNG, 6.0L	V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter	V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L	V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L
Transmission	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive	Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Fuel Type	Flexible Fuel / Natural Gas	Flexible Fuel / Natural Gas	Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel	Diesel	Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel	Diesel	Diesel	Flexible Fuel / Natural Gas	Flexible Fuel / Natural Gas	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
MPG City	11 mpg	11 mpg						11 mpg	11 mpg
MPG Highway	16–17 mpg	16–17 mpg						16–17 mpg	16–17 mpg
Horsepower	279–342 hp	279–342 hp	279–324 hp	260 hp	279–324 hp	260 hp	260 hp	279–342 hp	279–342 hp	260 hp	260 hp	260 hp
Torque	295–373 lb-ft	295–373 lb-ft	295–373 lb-ft	525 lb-ft	295–373 lb-ft	525 lb-ft	525 lb-ft	295–373 lb-ft	295–373 lb-ft	525 lb-ft	525 lb-ft	525 lb-ft
Max Towing	9700 lb	9700 lb	10000 lb	10000 lb	10000 lb	10000 lb	10000 lb	9300 lb	9300 lb	10000 lb	9700 lb	9700 lb
Trunk/Cargo	216.2 cu-ft	216.2 cu-ft	270.4 cu-ft	270.4 cu-ft	313.9 cu-ft	216.2 cu-ft	216.2 cu-ft	252.8 cu-ft	252.8 cu-ft	313.9 cu-ft	252.8 cu-ft	252.8 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	36.6 in	36.6 in				36.6 in	36.6 in	36.6 in	36.6 in		36.6 in	36.6 in
Seats	12	12	2	2	2	12	12	15	15	2	15	15
Doors	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3
Safety & Security
Cruise Control
Park Assist
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Privacy Glass
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
AM/FM Radio
Bluetooth
Navigation System
USB Ports
Comfort & Convenience
Dual Power Front Seats
Folding Rear Seat
Rear Air Conditioning
Power Driver Seat
Remote Start
Remote Keyless Entry
Third Row Seat
Tilt Wheel

How the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 compares

The most important change for the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 is a standard household-style 120-volt power outlet across the lineup. This is a light equipment update rather than a redesign, with MP3 radio playback and LED cargo-area lighting for cargo vans also added.

See the full 2015 changes

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest change to the 2014 GMC Savana 3500?

The biggest change is that power windows and power door locks became standard equipment. Beyond that convenience upgrade, the van’s basic heavy-duty design remained largely unchanged.

Did the 2014 GMC Savana 3500 add natural-gas models?

Yes. Natural-gas powertrains joined the LS, LS Extended, LT, and LT Extended passenger-van lines for 2014.

Was the 2014 GMC Savana 3500 redesigned?

No. The 2014 Savana 3500 kept the same basic body, wheelbases, chassis layout, and broad engine lineup as the prior year.

Did the 2014 GMC Savana 3500 still offer a diesel engine?

Yes. Cargo and passenger versions continued with a 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 and six-speed automatic transmission, including regular- and extended-body models.

How do the 2014 Savana 3500 LS and LT passenger vans differ?

The LS is the simpler passenger van, while the LT has a more comfort-oriented setup. LT models feature rear air conditioning and a rear auxiliary heater for passenger and shuttle duty.