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Chevrolet makes the Express Passenger in two different trim levels: LS and LT. These trim levels can be had in three different load levels: 1500, 2500 and 3500. The standard wheelbase comes on all three load levels, with the extended wheelbase only available as an option on 3500 models. LS models are pretty stripped down and so are mostly geared at organizations’ fleets. Standard equipment includes either 16 or 17-inch steel wheels, air conditioning in the front, rear privacy glass, passenger-side swing-out doors, vinyl upholstery, rubber flooring and an AM/FM radio. LT models come with many more creature comforts, making them preferable if the cost isn’t a factor. Standard features include keyless entry, air conditioning and heating in the rear passenger area, trip computer, cloth upholstery, chrome-plated exterior trim, carpeted floor, power door locks, power windows, cruise control, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, vanity mirrors mounted on the sun visors and GM’s OnStar emergency communications system. Optional equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, sliding side door, heated side mirrors, power adjustable front seats, towing package, Bluetooth, remote ignition and a sound system with CD player, satellite radio and USB port. An Express Passenger van comes with a factory invoice of about $29,000 for a 1500 model and an MSRP of about $30,500. The 2500 trim level adds about $1,000 to the vehicle’s MSRP while the 3500 adds another $2,400. And remember that as a member you always get an upfront price that includes guaranteed savings, as well as a no-hassle car buying experience at your Certified Dealer.

You can choose between four different engine options on the Chevrolet Express Passenger van. 1500 series models come with a 5.3-liter V8 that produces a peak 310 horsepower and 334 pound-feet of torque. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard as is rear-wheel-drive, but all-wheel-drive is available. Estimated fuel economy comes in at 13 mpg in the city and 17 mpg on the highway. 2500 series models come with a 4.8-liter V8 as the standard engine, which produces up to 280 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. An optional 6.0-liter V8 engine puts out 323 horsepower and 373 pound-feet of torque. The only transmission choice is a six-speed automatic. EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 4.8-liter engine is 11 mpg in the city and 17 mpg on the highway, while the 6.0-liter engine achieves 11 mpg in the city and 16 mpg on the highway. 3500 series models only come with rear-wheel-drive and the 6.0-liter engine as standard. The only other engine choice is a turbo diesel 6.6-liter engine which produces a peak 260 horsepower and 525 pound-feet of torque. Like with the 2500, the only transmission is a six-speed automatic.

The interior of the Chevrolet Express Passenger van is pretty spartan, including the all-grey color scheme. The seats are also pretty basic, with the headrest fused in place so larger passengers cannot adjust it upwards. Overall comfort is pretty basic, with average seat padding and good legroom for all four rows of passengers. The LS trim level feels especially basic, with minimal padding offered by the rubber flooring and vinyl seat surfaces. The bare-bones nature of the Express does make reading the gauges and using the various controls a much easier affair than in some modern vehicles. All of the buttons and knobs are easy to figure out on your first time in the van, meaning you will never struggle to adjust anything while driving. Most people buy the Express for its ability to haul around quite a few people at once. 1500 models come with standard seating for eight passengers. 2500 and 3500 models come with seating for up to twelve, while an optional row of seats on the extended wheelbase version of the 3500 makes it so the vehicle can accommodate up to fifteen people at a time. Most passengers who are not small children will find that they must hunch over while walking to and from their seat, due to the vehicle’s relatively low roofline.