2015 Chevy Express Review
Price: $16,995





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Chevrolet Express model years
Chevrolet Express types
- Van
- Diesel
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful, durable V8 engines
- variety of passenger configurations
- strong towing capacity.
Cons
- Thirstier, less spacious and rougher riding than newer full-size vans
- cheap cabin plastics.
What’s new
The light-duty 1500 series version of the Chevy Express is dropped for 2015, leaving the remaining Express 2500 and 3500 lineup available only in rear-wheel-drive configurations. There are a couple of new digital radio choices, and a 120-volt power outlet is now standard.
Edmunds says
The full-size 2015 Chevrolet Express van is one of the more versatile and functional passenger vehicles on the road, but it's outdated compared with fresher rivals.
For sale near Pico Rivera, CA
76 listings
- $16,995good price$2,234 below market
- 88,993 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
- 12 Seats, 11 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- Hallelujah Cars (22 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
- Stability Control
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNWGPFF7F1259119
Stock: 3977
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-15-2025 - 78,219 miles
- Salvage reported, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 15 Seats
- East County Preowned Superstore (105 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Upgraded Engine
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Located in El Cajon, CA
MUST SEE THIS GREAT LOOKING 2015 EXPRESS 3500 LTEDITION!!! DRIVES AMAZING! SMOOTH AND STRONG! LOW MILES ONLY 78K! (8623 miles below market average!)...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: Yes
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GAZG1FG5F1234319
Stock: 230473
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-26-2023
Vehicle overview
For years, Chevrolet has had a durable and affordable answer for families, community groups and tradespeople needing to transport large numbers of passengers or tow substantial loads. The Express has all the traditional attributes of an enclosed full-size van, and a useful matrix of size and engine choices make it easy to find one with the seating capacity and capability you require. Depending on equipment and configuration, the 2015 Chevrolet Express Passenger can seat eight to 15 passengers, carry payloads of nearly 3,500 pounds or tow 10,000 pounds.
None of these are small jobs, and the Chevy Express is one of the few remaining multipurpose vans based on the tough, body-on-frame mechanicals of a pickup truck. The Express also uses exclusively V8 engines (two gasoline, one diesel), which give it plenty of pulling power but do it no favors in the fuel economy department. General Motors also offers the nearly identical GMC Savana, but most of the 2015 Express' competitors are newer vans that follow the European model of a tall-roof layout to maximize interior volume (while offering headroom for those moving around inside) and unit-body construction, which cuts weight to improve efficiency, payload and towing capacity. These newer vans also use smaller engines, which reduces fuel consumption.
Among this new-age breed of work vans, you'll find the Ford Transit and Ram ProMaster, which, like the Express, offer a choice of gasoline or diesel engines (albeit four-cylinders and V6s instead of V8s), but offer multiple roof height configurations (though for the Ram, only on the cargo version) and provide a superior foundation for commercial upfits. If excellent maneuverability and road manners are priorities, you can't go wrong with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which also has an available high-roof layout and uses a diesel V6 exclusively. Another relatively recent addition to the full-size van market is the Nissan NV, which also offers a space-efficient interior (and tall-roof options on the cargo version) but not a diesel engine option.
If you compare the choices, the 2015 Chevrolet Express (which has seen no significant changes since the mid-1990s) undoubtedly is going to look and feel behind the times. On the upside, the rugged underpinnings of the Express have stood the test of time. The big Chevy represents a potential bargain if you need a workhorse van and aren't picky about details and amenities.
Performance & mpg
Both the 2500 and the 3500 series versions of the 2015 Chevrolet Express get a standard 4.8-liter V8 engine with 285 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. A 6.0-liter V8 engine generating 342 hp and 373 lb-ft is optional, as is a compressed natural gas (CNG)-fueled variant of the 6.0-liter V8 that makes 282 hp and 320 lb-ft.
The V8 engines send power to the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Express models with higher gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR) use specific rear-axle ratios. The EPA's estimated fuel economy with the 4.8-liter V8 is 13 mpg combined (11 city/17 highway), and the 6.0-liter gas engine also earns 13 mpg combined (11 city/16 highway).
Go for the Express 3500 series and you'll have access to an optional 6.6-liter turbocharged diesel V8 (also matched to a six-speed automatic) that generates 260 hp and 525 lb-ft of torque. The diesel engine is the more fuel-efficient of the two big V8s, but given the diesel's added weight, mpg estimates are not available because the EPA doesn't rate vehicles that weigh more than 6,000 pounds.
Properly equipped, an Express 3500 can tow a maximum of 10,000 pounds.
Safety
All 2015 Chevy Express passenger vans come fitted with antilock brakes, side curtain airbags (for the first three rows of seating), stability control and a six-month subscription to OnStar's emergency communications service as standard equipment. A rearview camera and rear parking sensors are available as options.
Driving
Even the standard-wheelbase 2015 Chevrolet Express is a large vehicle, and it drives like one. Thanks to the van's blunt nose, though, the grille is usefully close to the driver, and this helps in positioning the front of the van and seeing the front wheels. Still, tidy handling and accurate steering are not among the big Chevy's marching orders, so it's more work to drive than some of the newer vans you might consider. All of the V8 engines are responsive, though, and easily deliver the van to highway speeds even with a full load of passengers or heavy cargo on board.
Interior
If passenger carrying is the chief priority, the standard-length 2015 Chevrolet Express accommodates a minimum of eight and up to 12 passengers. The long-wheelbase version of the 3500 can be fitted with an extra bench that seats three more, for a total of 15 riders.
The driver and front passenger are divided by an enormous center bulge covering some of the engine and transmission, the width of which causes the driver to feel squeezed even in this large vehicle. The basic controls are easy to find and simple to use, but comforts are few, as the Express is meant primarily for work or business. Cloth upholstery and carpeting are available on all versions, but you won't find luxuries like leather upholstery or heated seats.
Rear passengers will find the bench seats at a comfortable height and there's enough space between them to make for decent legroom, but the Express' low roof necessitates hunching over to move between front and rear, and using the seatbelts can be a hassle.
2015 Chevrolet Express models
The 2015 Chevrolet Express is a full-size passenger van offered in basic LS and well-equipped LT trim levels. There are two heavy-duty load ratings offered, the Express 2500 and 3500. The standard wheelbase of 135 inches is available for both the 2500 and 3500, while the 155-inch wheelbase is reserved only for the 3500 series Express. Twelve-passenger seating is standard across the board, but eight- and 15-passenger configurations are also available.
Base LS models come with 16- or 17-inch steel wheels, rear privacy glass, passenger-side swing-out doors, power windows, front air-conditioning, a 120-volt power outlet, vinyl upholstery, rubber floor covering, GM's OnStar telematics service and a two-speaker AM/FM radio with the ability to play MP3 files.
The LT trim adds chrome exterior trim, keyless entry, rear air-conditioning and heating, cloth upholstery, full-length carpeting, cruise control, full power accessories, a trip computer, a tilt steering wheel and visor vanity mirrors.
Many of the LT's standard features are also available as options on the LS model. Other major options include 17-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, rear parking sensors, a sliding side door, a towing package, six-way power front seats, remote ignition, Bluetooth phone connectivity, an AM/FM stereo that includes a USB port, an upgraded sound system with six speakers, auxiliary input jacks and satellite radio, and a premium audio system with CD/DVD player, USB port and integrated navigation.
Also available is an engine block heater, a heavy-duty trailering package, remote ignition, a rearview camera (with a display mounted either on the rearview mirror or on the navigation system's screen) and satellite radio.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$419/mo for Express LS 2500
Express LS 2500
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$376/mo
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
3 out of 5 stars3/5Average
#10 out of 24 among Commercial Vans
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Chevrolet Express Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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4.25 out of 5 starsGary, 01/25/2008
2007 Chevrolet Express LS 3500 3dr Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
We bought the Chevy van because we wanted a vehicle that could sit 11-12 people, the Dodge Sprinter cost twice as much and doesn't have the towing power. We rented several vans for diferent long distance trips and compared. We have two other vehicles that are Ford and are very happy with them but the Ford Van fell short against the Chevy for handling and safety. The Chevy has way way … less top heavy sway. Ford hasn't updated there van for a while, the chevy rides soo much better and seems to have more interior room. Over-all we liked the Chevy better and decided to buy one. It also has a lot more room behind the rear bench for luggage. We average 12.3 MPG with the 6.0 ltr but can tow anything
Van for All uses
5 out of 5 starsAKJIM, 05/30/2005
2005 Chevrolet Express 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
This is my second Chevrolet Express G3500 extended wheelbase 15 passenger Van. My first was a 2002 which now has over 62000 miles and both looks and runs like it is new. This 2005 has all the indications of being the same way, excellent throughout. I've had equivalent Ford's in the past and these Chev Vans are vastly better in handling and reliability. The 2005 has a 6.0 L engine … which gets about 13% better fuel economy than the 5.7 on my 2002. I'm getting 18-19 mpg at 55 mph on long highway trips with this 2005. I'm very happy with it.
'09 Chevy Express Passenger Van
3.38 out of 5 starsadabatch92, 12/14/2009
2009 Chevrolet Express LS 1500 3dr Van AWD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I've been driving several different vans of this model ranging from '06 to '09. The engine has very good power, and the AWD system really helps it grip the road. However, the gas mileage could be better, the best I've ever gotten out of it is 17mpg (on 87 octane gas). I don't like the traction control system, which just shuts off all power for several seconds if you lose traction, this … can be quite unnerving when pulling out on to a busy intersection. I do like some of the features, such as; the on board tire pressure monitors and the oil life %. On the whole, a good van. Only problem I've had was a oil filter gasket leak, which as probably an installation fault by the garage.
You'll Love The Extra Room
4.88 out of 5 starsJ. Hillsoto, 07/27/2005
2005 Chevrolet Express 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
The Express 3500 is highly recommended for large families or people who want to travel in comfort with a lot of gear. We love the extra roominess of the extended 3500 and for a vehicle of this size we have found that it handles very nicely and gets very good mileage. When it comes to parking, we sometimes have trouble in the narrow parking lots. Our 3500 is about 20 feet long and seat 15 … adults comfortably.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2015 Chevrolet Express, so we've included reviews for other years of the Express since its last redesign.
2015 Express Highlights
Van
LS 2500
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $32,190 |
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Engine Type | Flex-fuel (ffv) |
Combined MPG | 13 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $419/month |
Seating | 12 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 92.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Express include:
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover29.2%
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