2016 Gmc Savana
The 2016 Gmc Savana is a minivan, rated at 13 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 13
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 7
Watch: Savana reviews
Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Gmc |
|---|---|
| Model | Savana |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Minivan |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 6 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 11 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 16 |
| Combined MPG | 13 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 705 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4800 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) | 13 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) | 12 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 11 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 16 MPG |
| Combined | 13 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 43% below the class average.
estimate — adjust to your quote
- Amount financed
- $34,200
- Total interest
- $5,950
Partner offers · may earn us a commission
≈ $3,092/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
Protect against surprise repair bills and compare coverage from top-rated providers.
Partner offers · may earn us a commission
Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (7)
- VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS18V295000 · 2018-05-03
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18155.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18V655000 · 2018-09-21
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components within the CCM may overheat.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the electrical insulation from a wiring connector within the CCM to remove the fire risk, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18299.
- VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR19V387000 · 2019-05-23
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.
- EQUIPMENT18V267000 · 2018-04-26
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
- VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES16V700000 · 2016-09-29
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express manufactured September 25, 2015, to August 22, 2016, and 2016 GMC Savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured January 28, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. These vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will instal a right-hand flat rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16036.
- TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS16V184000 · 2016-04-01
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install the hardware and software necessary to equip the vehicles with a TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15819.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING23V247000 · 2023-04-06
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.
Compare with rivals
All model years
Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Gmc Savana?
The 2016 Gmc Savana is EPA-rated at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 16 highway).
Is the 2016 Gmc Savana reliable?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2016 Gmc Savana. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Gmc Savana?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Gmc Savana costs roughly $3,092 per year to fuel, or about $15,462 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Gmc Savana?
The 2016 Gmc Savana is classified as a minivan. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC