The 2008 Savana Cargo Van is a 3- or 4-door, up to 2-passenger full size van, available in 6 trims, ranging from the G1500 Regular Wheelbase RWD to the G1500 Regular Wheelbase AWD.

Upon introduction, the G1500 Regular Wheelbase RWD is equipped with a standard 4.3-liter, V6, 195-horsepower engine. The G1500 Regular Wheelbase AWD is equipped with a standard 5.3-liter, V8, 301-horsepower engine. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2008 Savana Cargo Van is a carryover from 2007.