2002 Chevrolet Express Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Choices when it comes to full-size vans are easy to make. Do you want a Dodge, a Ford or one of the Chevy/GMC twins? If the Express offers the package you need in a full-size van, then buy it.
Pros
Powerful range of engines, lots of cargo-hauling capacity.
Cons
Odd arched-eyebrow taillamps spoil clean design, not as refined inside as Ford Econoline.
What's New for 2002
For 2002, Express gets only minor upgrades like the availability of rearview mirrors with an integrated compass and temperature reading, a more efficient starter, a stronger steering gear housing and low emission vehicle compliance for models equipped with either the 8100 V8 or 6.5-liter diesel and a GVWR of more than 8,600 pounds.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Love my van!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express 3 Dr G2500 LS Passenger Van
Review
I would love to drive a sporty little Thunderbird, but reality is that I have 4 teenage athletic boys. We bought the van to cart the boys (and their teams) to various sporting events, plus we like to travel. With 12 passenger seating, 6 of us can travel from MN to TX in comfort and we can haul the entire soccer/basketball/baseball team to games, no problem, yet it still fits in my garage fine. With my hitch, I can haul anything. My beefs are: braking system - pads need to be replaced often, and with the most expensive pads to keep them from squeaking badly; the gas mileage stinks! Plus, I usually do end up providing transportation for the entire team/youth group, since I can.
Favorite Features
Wonderful stereo system, love the room!
Suggested Improvements
Something must be done about those brakes.
Van for All uses
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express 3 Dr G3500 LS Passenger Van Extended
Review
I'd previously owned 2 Ford 15 passenger vans and this was my first Chevy Express Van. I'm NEVER going back to the Ford vans! This Express Van drives with much greater stability and handling honesty. It has been trouble free for 62,000 miles and is still going strong. I pull the seats and use it to haul plywood or put in a fouton for traveling. I even carry a motorcycle inside on occassion. Driving at 55 I get 17-18 mpg (5.7 L engine) on long trips. Highly Recommended! I just bought a 2005 for my business uses too.
Favorite Features
Honest handling when loaded. Reliability
Suggested Improvements
Fan "roars" for a half block or so on first drive of the day when it is really cold outside. Don't see why that has to happen. It's just an auditory annoyance that lasts on a few moments. Sheet metal on fenders is a little thin for my preferences, but it has held up OK.
G1500 Regency Conversion
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We use our van for long trips and to haul grandkids and anyhting you might need a pickup for. It is the most versatile vehicle we have ever owned and the best Chevy product, we think. Roomy, comfortable and decent on the gas (18-23) on the road. Excellent reliability overall after few electrical problems ar first. Regency conversion elegant and perfect since day one. It runs and looks like new after 3 years and almost 60000 miles. Trying for 100000 before getting another one. Much better bargain than large SUV.
Favorite Features
Dual leather captain's chairs, dual zone A/C, sound/TV/DVD systems, storage space for all your junk, great fake wood everywhere, lots and lots of room to stretch out.
Suggested Improvements
I wish this model had ABS brakes. Larger mirrors that did not shake would have been nice since there are a few blind spots as cars approach from the rear.
02 chev 15 pass van
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
Review
excellent driveability, no stability problems, no mechanical problems. ownership has exceeded expectations as of 28000mi. my highest reccomendation.
Favorite Features
cargo/pass space, I have 12 children.
Suggested Improvements
Work on eliminating engine fan noise at startup
Keep the kids away!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This van is my favorite vehicle out of many new car purchases in my life. It is hard to imagine driving anything smaller. If you need to create space between yourself and those pre-teen monsters we call children - this is with out a doubt the van for you!
Favorite Features
Distance between me and the terrors in the rear seats!
Suggested Improvements
A glass partition behind drivers cabin to block those last few faint shrills from little sisters not getting their way!
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