2023 Chevy Express Review

The year was 1996. Pleated slacks were in, "Macarena" was the No. 1 song and Independence Day was the big blockbuster. It's also the year the Chevrolet Express debuted. Vehicles typically undergo a full redesign every seven to 10 years, but the Express has stubbornly clung to its original formula — and it shows.

Compared to newer vans, the 2023 Chevrolet Express is well behind the times. It's not as efficient, maneuverable or versatile as its rivals. On the plus side, it's more affordable, and its reliance on muscle over smarts allows it to tow up to 10,000 pounds, a feat matched only by the related GMC Savana. For 2023, the Express loses its diesel engine option but is otherwise unchanged. Again.

If budget and towing are your primary concerns, the Chevy Express could be a good match, but if your requirements for a commercial van stray anywhere beyond those two realms, you'd be better served by one of its few competitors. The Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are available with tall roof options and come with many more modern features and conveniences.

The 2023 Chevrolet Express is available in Cargo Van and Passenger Van configurations and in standard- and extended-wheelbase styles. If you plan to carry more people and weight, you may want to upgrade from the 2500 series to the 3500 model.