2005 GMC Savana Cargo Van New Car Buyer's Guide

What's New for the 2005 GMC Savana Cargo Van?
Several new features are now available on the 2005 GMC Savana Cargo. There are new seat risers with skirting, the Savana Pro now includes a commercial customer bin package as standard, LT245/75R16E all season tires are available for models with a 6800-lbs. GVWR, and the G2500 regular wheelbase model now comes with a standard 4.8-liter V8. The center console includes an open storage bin for 2005, and Sand, Deep Blue and Silver Birch join the exterior color palette.

Advantages of the 2005 GMC Savana Cargo Van:

• Impressive Express Access system of left-side access panels
• Powerful lineup of V8 engines
• Available all-wheel-drive
• Wide variety of configurations from which to choose

Objections to the 2005 GMC Savana Cargo Van:

• Interior parts and pieces look and feel inexpensive

Editor's Advice:
General Motors fields the most modern full-size cargo van on the market in the 2005 GMC Savana Cargo and its near twin, the Chevrolet Express Cargo. Recently updated, and last redesigned for 1996, these workhorses feature powerful V8 engines and an all-wheel-drive system, the latter exclusive to this segment. Though the Dodge Sprinter (a rebadged European-market Mercedes-Benz commercial van) is a compelling alternative, we recommend the GMC Savana Cargo if a full-size cargo van is what you need.