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1997 GMC Savana Cargo MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 GMC Savana Cargo is a van offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 15 MPG combined (14 city / 17 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 15 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1996 model. Among 19 vans rated for 1997, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,100 a year to fuel.

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Combined 15 MPG 14 MPG city · 17 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,100 15,000 mi/yr · $20.67 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1997 #11 of 19 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 GMC Savana Cargo's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway177.213.8
Combined156.415.7

How it ranks among 1997 Vans

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  1. 1Chevrolet Astro Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  2. 2Ford Aerostar Van17 MPG $2,735
  3. 3Ford Aerostar Wagon17 MPG $2,735
  4. 4Toyota Previa17 MPG $2,735
  5. 5GMC Safari Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  6. 11GMC Savana Cargo15 MPG $3,100
  7. 19Dodge B3500 Wagon12 MPG $3,875
1997 Savana CargoOther vansClass median: $3,100/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Savana Cargo MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo)		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo)		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo)		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
592 g/mi

1997 GMC Savana Cargo vs. rivals

vs Ford E150 Econoline 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge B1500/B2500 Van 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Van 1500/2500 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Express Passenger 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Astro Passenger 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Astro Passenger saves $194/yr vs Ford E150 Club Wagon 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Savana Cargo saves $221/yr vs Ford E250 Econoline 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Savana Cargo saves $221/yr vs Dodge B3500 Van 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Savana Cargo saves $221/yr vs Dodge B1500/B2500 Wagon 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Savana Cargo saves $221/yr vs Dodge B3500 Wagon 12 MPG · $3,875/yr Savana Cargo saves $775/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 GMC Savana Cargo?

Up to 15 MPG combined (14 city / 17 highway); ratings range from 14 to 15 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 GMC Savana Cargo use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 GMC Savana Cargo?

The 1997 GMC Savana Cargo's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 GMC Savana Cargo per year?

About $3,100 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $20.67 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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