The First Impressions of the GMC Savana 1500 for 2009
The 2009 GMC Savana 1500 LT was introduced to compete in the standard passenger van market. The LT is a member of a series of three trim levels for the Savana 1500 which include Base, LS, and LT. The three-door van with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for GMC. There is strong competition from vehicles from Honda.
GMC Savana 1500 Engine Specs
The Savana 1500 LT is equipped with a General Motors 5.3 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Standard Passenger Van arena.
For the 2009 Savana 1500, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using FLEX for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 12 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Savana 1500 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The van uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Savana 1500 LT are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-high price when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 3-door Standard Passenger Van.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The Savana 1500 LT received an fuel efficiency rating of 17 MPG driving in the city and 23 when it came to long-distance. The flex-powered Savana 1500 is a hybrid van.
We Think…
Considering all factors the 2009 GMC Savana 1500 LT was a very important. GMC responded to critisims about the 2008 Savana 1500 and made dramatic changes. The result is better than the sum of its parts. I’m sure GMC has more in store in the future.