2015 GMC Savana 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 GMC Savana 2500 is mostly a carryover, with a standard 120-volt household-style power outlet as its main change. It does not receive a redesign or a broader equipment refresh.
About the 2015 GMC Savana 2500
1st generation Savana full-size van (1996-2025), very late-cycle 2015 model year.
GMC positions the Savana 2500 as a straightforward full-size van for work crews, shuttle duty, and anyone who needs a lot of room plus real towing strength. Its main selling points are proven truck-based durability, strong V8 power, many body and seating layouts, and simple controls that favor hard use over modern styling. Compared with newer tall-roof vans, the Savana’s advantage is familiar heavy-duty toughness and easy upfit potential, not cutting-edge design.
For 2015, the Savana 2500 remains a straightforward work van or 12-passenger people mover. Cargo versions include regular- and extended-length bodies with a 4.8-liter gas V8, while the diesel versions use a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8; the passenger-focused LT adds rear heating and air conditioning, cloth upholstery, carpeting, cruise control, and keyless entry.
What changed, by category
2015 GMC Savana 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, CNG, 6.0L / 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, 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 Diesel, 6.6 Liter |
| 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 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel |
| MPG City | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | 10 mpg | 10 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 16–17 mpg | 16–17 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 282–360 hp | 282–360 hp | 282–329 hp | 260 hp | 282–329 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 295–380 lb-ft | 295–380 lb-ft | 295–373 lb-ft | 525 lb-ft | 295–373 lb-ft | 525 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 9800 lb | 9800 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 216.2 cu-ft | 216.2 cu-ft | 270.4 cu-ft | 270.4 cu-ft | 313.9 cu-ft | 313.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | ||||
| Seats | 12 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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| AM/FM Radio | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
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| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main change to the 2015 GMC Savana 2500?
The main change is a standard 120-volt household-style power outlet. Otherwise, the Savana 2500 carries over largely unchanged from 2014.
Is the 2015 GMC Savana 2500 a redesign?
No, the 2015 Savana 2500 is not a redesign. It remains part of the first-generation Savana line and receives only a small equipment update.
Does every 2015 GMC Savana 2500 have a 120-volt power outlet?
Yes, the 120-volt household-style power outlet is standard across the 2015 Savana 2500 cargo and passenger lineup.
Did the 2015 GMC Savana 2500 get new engines?
No major engine change is identified for the Savana 2500 itself. Its lineup remains V8-based, including a 4.8-liter gas V8 and a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8 on the diesel cargo versions.
What changed in the broader Savana range for 2015?
The broader 2015 Savana range was simplified. The lighter-duty 1500 was dropped, leaving rear-wheel-drive 2500 and 3500 models, and the older V6 and 5.3-liter setup left the cargo range.