2015 GMC Savana 3500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
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.
About the 2015 GMC Savana 3500
First generation, late-cycle year after the major 2003 refresh.
GMC positions the Savana 3500 as a straightforward heavy-duty full-size van for people-hauling or work duty. Its core appeal is simple: proven rear-wheel-drive hardware, V8 power, strong towing ability, big interior volume, and lots of body and seating configurations. Compared with newer rivals it is more old-school, but that simplicity is part of the draw for fleets, shuttle operators, churches, and businesses that want a durable van with familiar controls and easy upfit potential.
The 2015 Savana 3500 ranges from no-frills cargo vans built for trades and commercial equipment to LS and LT passenger vans aimed at shuttle and group transport. Extended cargo models provide up to 313.9 cubic feet of space, while diesel versions use a 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8. Passenger-focused LT models add rear heating and air conditioning, cloth upholstery, carpeting, keyless entry, and cruise control.
What changed, by category
2015 GMC Savana 3500 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 | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 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 Dsl, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD | Auto, 6-Spd HD w/OD |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | 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 | Diesel | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | Natural Gas / Flexible Fuel | 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 | 282–360 hp | 282–360 hp | 282–329 hp | 260 hp | 282–329 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp | 282–360 hp | 282–360 hp | 260 hp | 260 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 | 525 lb-ft | 295–380 lb-ft | 295–380 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 |
| Cruise Control | ||||||||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||||||
| AM/FM Radio | ||||||||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||||||||
| 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 biggest change to the 2015 GMC Savana 3500?
The biggest change is a standard household-style 120-volt power outlet across the 2015 Savana 3500 lineup. The radio also gains MP3 playback.
Did the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 cargo van change?
Yes, but only lightly. Cargo versions add LED lighting in the cargo area, a standard 120-volt outlet, and a radio with MP3 playback.
Was the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 redesigned?
No, the 2015 Savana 3500 was not redesigned. Its body styles, wheelbase choices, engines, and basic passenger-trim structure largely carry over from 2014.
Did the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 get a new engine or transmission?
No, there was no major lineup-wide engine or transmission change for 2015. Gas V8 and 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel versions continued with six-speed automatic transmissions.
How does the 2015 GMC Savana 3500 differ from the 2014 model?
The 2015 model adds a standard 120-volt outlet and MP3 radio playback across the lineup, plus LED cargo-area lighting on cargo vans. The rest of the core heavy-duty van formula is largely unchanged.