DecodedCars2005 GMC Savana Passenger
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Vans, Passenger Type
- Engines
- 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 13 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 GMC Savana Passenger is a van offered with 2 engines (4.3L 6-cyl and 5.3L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 18 highway), 3% better than the 2005 van average of 14.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,450 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the visibility.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger) | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | +3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger) | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -3% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -3% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 GMC Savana Passenger under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 vans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 GMC Savana Passenger (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Express Passenger | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Ford E150 Econoline | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Ford E250 Econoline | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 GMC Safari Passenger | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 GMC Savana Cargo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Van 1500 | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Wiring · Apr 6, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V247000 · 150,830 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- 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.
Not every 2005 GMC Savana Passenger is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 GMC Savana Passenger buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Visibility › Windshield — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 GMC Savana Passenger. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Savana Passenger years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Savana Passenger | 13 | – | Not rated | 6 | 7 |
| 2016 Savana Passenger | 13 | – | Not rated | 7 | 6 |
| 2015 Savana Passenger | 13 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2014 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 7 | 1 |
| 2013 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 9 | 2 |
| 2012 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 7 | 1 |
| 2011 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 5 | 1 |
| 2010 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2009 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2007 Savana Passenger | 14 | – | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2006 Savana Passenger | 15 | – | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →