2020 Chevy Express Review
Price Estimate: $20,705 - $24,376
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Pros
- Powerful V8 and diesel engines
- Towing and payload capabilities are near or at the top of the class
Cons
- Less cargo space than many competitors
- No high-roof cargo option
- Dated interior styling and touchscreen interface
What's new
- Improved eight-speed transmission for diesel engine
- Part of the first Express generation introduced for 1996
Overview
The Chevrolet Express and its GMC Savana sibling are the last old-school vans standing. They have traditional body-on-frame construction and lack the high-roof style of newer full-size vans. In fact, the Express hasn't received a full redesign since its debut in 1996. Yet the Express is still around because of continual updates and a strong workhorse capability.
For sale near Ashburn, VA
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- $34,065fair price$153 above market
- 11,184 miles
- 12 Seats
- 100 mi away
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Third-row seating
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Paradise, PA
Vehicle Details2020 Chevrolet Express 3500 LS low-mileage work van with only 11,184 miles, located in Paradise, PA. Powered by a reliable V6 4.3L Gaso...
- Listing Information:
- VIN:
- 1GAZGNFP8L1255698
- Stock:
- P6308
- Certified Pre-Owned:
- No
- Listed since:
- 03-11-2026
- 91,070 miles
- 12 Seats
- 105 mi away
- Back-up camera
- Third-row seating
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Lane Departure Warni...
- Alarm
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Located in New Holland, PA
15 PASSENGER! 3500 LT, 6.0L V8, RWD, Cloth Interior, Fresh Oil Change, PA Inspected, Fully Detailed, Up to 16 MPG!Financing Options AvailableFactory T...
- Listing Information:
- VIN:
- 1GAZGPFG2L1149596
- Stock:
- 1257
- Certified Pre-Owned:
- No
- Listed since:
- 05-23-2026
We do like the Express' variety in configurations, and its towing capability is quite strong. In general, however, rivals such as the Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ram ProMaster will likely better suit your business needs.
2020 Chevrolet Express trim level differences
The 2020 Chevrolet Express comes in a lot of variations. In terms of capability, there is the standard 2500 and heavy-duty 3500. A longer 3500 extended-wheelbase version offers more space for seats or cargo. Compare the 2020 Chevrolet Express trim levels in-depth.
Which Express trim does Edmunds recommend?
Consider spending extra on the 3500 trim for its increased capability. Springing for the 3500 increases maximum payload capacity and allows you to choose the extended-wheelbase version that adds more cargo space or a fifth row of seats for passengers.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
Not EPA tested for Express LS 2500
Express LS 2500
vs
$339/mo
Avg. Midsize Van
Reliability
The 2020 Chevrolet Express has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #10 out of 24 among Commercial Vans. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
3 out of 5 stars3/5Average
#10 out of 24 among Commercial Vans
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$816/yr
vs. $851/yr
for Average Commercial Van
for Average Commercial Van
Frequency
1.65x/yr
vs. 1.96x/yr
for Average Commercial Van
for Average Commercial Van
Severity
17.5%
vs. 17.8%
for Average Commercial Van
for Average Commercial Van
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Recalls
1 recall foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 21V115000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N212329050
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 33838
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Defect Consequence:
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 6 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 1 years / unlimited miles
Chevrolet Express Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(39%)
4(19%)
3(19%)
2(8%)
1(15%)
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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'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.
Best of the full size vans
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
I can't get this thing to die!
5 out of 5 starsRonnie Bruzer, 02/27/2018
2007 Chevrolet Express LS 3500 3dr Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
I bought this van slightly used for my family of 9. That means that we are tough on a vehicle. Between Hockey practice, Basketball games, park runs and anything else that comes up, we pretty much live in this thing. We now have 413k miles on her. The engine and powertrain have been flawless. The only things that I have had to replace other than tires, oil and windshield wipers are … shocks, brake pads, and a brake booster. The downfall is pretty much everything else. Because we have the classic chevy white, the paint pretty much quit one day and fell off on most of the van. It doesn't seem to rust, but it leaves you looking homeless. We are tough on an interior too. Because we have so much seat time, the seats have not been the best. The good news is that there is plenty of room for 6 car seats with extra space in between. Would I buy this van again? ABSOLUTELY! What would I change if I had the chance? I would get a paint color that doesn't fall off (If you can find one that isn't white. Good luck.)
I like it but…
3 out of 5 starsJS, 01/28/2022
2019 Chevrolet Express LT 3500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A)
I like my 15 passenger van for what it is but, it does have a list of things that could be better. If you want a reliable van built on proven technology with truck like towing and strength there is no competition except it’s GMC twin. There is no other truck based van on the market today built on the strength of a full frame. The fully boxed frame and underpinnings are truly heavy … duty. All other vans on the market are unibody. This is the only van still available with a V8. For these reasons alone it stands out without equal. The 6.0 and 6L90 transmission are durable and reliable, one of the last iron block V8 engines out there. This van receives bad reviews for it’s dated technology and style. It is an older platform but I like the looks of the traditional North American truck based van and the piece of mind of known technology. However, a serious update to the interior and options would be ideal. Handling and driving is what it is on a vehicle this large. With the two wheel base lengths and standard stabilitrak it edged out its previous competition in the E series and Dodge in rollover resistance, but that is a low bar. You must be prepared to drive this van within its limits. It isn’t a car or a even a light truck and shouldn’t be compared as such. The airbags include front and side curtain and there is special glass in the rear sides that add safety and strength. However, there are no headrests after the first row. It should have had headrests in all rows. The build quality is poor with misaligned panels inside and out. Also the interior is made of mostly hard plastics, cheap but durable. Options are slim but you get the basics you need. Better backup camera and phone connectivity should be improved and made standard. The mirrors are big and very useful. A nicer sound system option would be a welcome improvement too. Fuel economy is low but within what you would expect for what it is in size and weight. About 14mpg in mixed mostly in town driving with the 6.0. I have hit 21mpg on the interstate driving at pace of traffic, not fast lane driving. Built in Wi-Fi works well and let’s at least five tablets stream video consistently it may do more but that is most we asked of it. There is a lack of cup holders and charging ports in the rear but the 110v outlet with extension cord substitutes for the latter. I purchased my van for just under 30k with 2k miles on it, as a program vehicle. That is a good value for passenger capacity, truck capability, and reliability. I have had my van a couple years now without any repairs needed. Much could be improved and updated as I have said but if you need large passenger capacity and truck strength there is no equal. People I know with more modern vans, like transit, are not reporting much if any better fuel economy even with much smaller engines, and they have had reliability issues that I have not. The small engines the competition use just have to work harder and will wear out faster while limiting towing capacity severely. The lack of a high roof has some advantage when it comes to parking garages, drive throughs, and cross winds that affect all vans. The drop down menu did not have the correct trim level I am reviewing here. To clarify I have a 2019 LT 3500 extended van with the 6.0 V8 15 passenger
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Chevrolet Express, so we've included reviews for other years of the Express since its last redesign.
2020 Express Features & Specs
LS 2500
| MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee | $34,900 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Seating | 12 seats |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
| Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Express models:
- Forward Collision Warning
- Sounds an alert if the system detects an imminent forward collision.
- Rear Park Assist
- Sounds an alert when the rear of the Express is close to an object.
- OnStar
- Provides third-party assistance in the event of a collision, vehicle theft or other emergency.
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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