2002 Chevrolet Express Review
Fuel Economy
14 mpg
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
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!
2002 Express LT Lots of room
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have owned this van for 5 months now and had a few problems but nothing that I don't expect with a new van. This van is wonderful for short and long trips. The kids love the entertainment system to play games on and watch movies. Lots of room for 7 adults. Love the Bose sound system. This replaced my 99 Tahoe and I am very happy with my choice for the money. I have a very good serviceing Dealer who goes the extra mile for you and that helps with being happy with your purchase. Only down side is I would have waited if I had been informed there was a new modle coming out in 2003. Very nice ride and lots of power with the 350.
Favorite Features
Overall looks of the van inside and out. This is a living room on wheels. Just what I wanted
Suggested Improvements
I don't see any imporvements that are needed in this year van. GM did a very good job on this one.
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GMC 3500 8.1 Liter Ext. Wheelbase
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Chevrolet Express 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have already driven 30,000 trouble- free miles with this van. I had a fiberglass top added after I bought it (with installed TV and VCR) and we have enjoyed road trips with our three kids (and often another family and their kids). I average 11 MPG at about any speed/incline/load. Love the 8.1 Liter V8 power and torque.
Favorite Features
Comfortable for up to 10 people and all their stuff. (15 passenger van, but 3 per row is too much). Powerful, smooth ride for people in front.
Suggested Improvements
Rear of van quite bouncy unless fully loaded. Progressive springs would be welcome. 30 gallon gas tank a bit small for an 11mpg vehicle. Wish I could get the 55 gallon tank available on the cutaway chasis. I have a sliding door on the right hand side; wish I had one on the left.
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