2018 Chevrolet Express Passenger

The Chevrolet Express Passenger is the car that has been symbolizing the passenger van since its launch in 1996. The Chevrolet is second only to Ford in this market which is seeing an increased influx of competition with companies like Nissan and Mercedes entering. The 2018 Chevrolet Express Passenger is an attempt to hold the position in the market banking on trust and some new improvements.

The car is priced between $34,710 for the LS 2500 and $37,005 for the LT 3500 and comes in four trim models. The car has a 4.3L l6 engine powering it with 276 hp at 5200 rpm.

The 2108 Chevrolet Express Passenger comes in four trim options starting with the stock LS 2500 and going to the loaded LT 3500. The LS 2500 and LS 3500 come without rear air conditioning and the plusher models the LT 2500 and 3500 include rear air conditioning.

Trim	LS 2500	LS 3500	LT 2500	LT 3500
MSRP	$34,710	$37,005	$34,710	$37,005
Key Features	StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system	Same as the LS2500 with added features	Same as the LS2500 with added features	Same as the LT2500 with added features
	AM/FM stereo with MP3 player	4-wheel antilock disc brakes	Rear air conditioning	Auxiliary lighting
	Full-length rubberized-vinyl floor covering	AM/FM stereo with MP3 player	Rear auxiliary heater
	Air conditioning		Illuminated visor vanity mirrors
	Engine cover console
	Built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
	Solar Ray tinted glasses

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The Express Passenger LT 2500 is the best pick amongst the trims. It brings in the plushness and added features of the LT class but still does not hurt the pocket. The rear air conditioning is the most value-added feature of the car and the additional power due to 3500 is not really required for a family car.

Spending time behind the wheel of a 2018 Chevrolet Express van conjures up a nostalgic feeling reminiscent of driving an older pickup truck. The ride can be bouncy at times, although it settles down when the road does the same - Kelly blue book

Engine and Transmission

The Express Passenger Van comes with a fresh upgrade to the engine with the V8, this makes the engine capable enough to attain full speed even at full load. The engine is a 4.3 L I6 and delivers a power of 276 hp at 5200 rpm and 298 lb-ft torque.

Models	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savana Passenger LS 2500
MSRP	$34,710	$35,250	$35,170	$34,710
Engine	4.3L l6	3.7L l6	4.0L l6	4.3L l6
Transmission	8-speed automatic	6 speed automatic	5-speed automatic	8-speed automatic
Horsepower	276 hp @ 5200 rpm	275 hp @ 6000 rpm	261 hp @ 5600 rpm	276 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	298 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	281 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	298 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm

The car is undisputedly the leader in the segment when it comes to engine and power. It has the largest engine at 4.6 L which is considerably big when compared to the other cars in the segment. The Chevrolet tops the engine sector when it comes to capacity, power, and torque.

Acceleration

The focus of the Chevy van, along with other cars in its segment is not majorly on acceleration. The buyer is not very interested in how fast the car goes from 0-60 MPH rather the focus is more on utility and comfort.

Models	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savanna Passenger LS 2500
0-60 MPH	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Quarter mile	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Engine	4.3L	4.3L	4.0L	4.3L
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

As is the case with vans, performance is not the main priority. So much so that the figures are unavailable. The engine is either 4-liter or 4.3-liter in capacity, very generous for a people carrier.

Braking

The Chevrolet has not made leaps when it comes to their braking system which was sturdy and secure in the first place. The brakes are exactly how you want them to be in a family car that weighs a lot. The brakes are not what you would have in a sports car, they are meant to handle the road and provide precise braking.

Model	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savana Passenger LS 2500
Brake Front (in.)	12.8	12.1	14.2	12.8
Brake Rear (in.)	13.0	12.1	14.4	13.0
Curb Weight (lbs.)	5,983	5,488	6,710	5,983
60-0 MPH (ft.)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

The Express weighs 5,983 lbs, which stands at the average of the segment. The car is comparable to the GMC Savana Passenger LS. The car is lighter than the Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S which is the heaviest car in the segment at 6,710 lbs.

Fuel efficiency figures haven't been calculated yet.

The 2018 Chevy Express is a vehicle for serious work, and the interior reflects that - Kelly Blue Book

Seating and Comfort

Most vehicles in this class max out at 12 seats, but the Express (along with its GMC Savana twin and the Ford Transit) offers seating for up to 15 people. A high roof is not on the options list, so passengers will have to duck as they enter and exit. The interiors are comfortable for a long drive and the LT models come with rear air conditioning.

Model	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savana Passenger LS 2500
Passenger capacity	12	8	12	12
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.8/68.8/41.3	40.8/67.9/39.7	42.8/65.7/42.0	39.8/68.8/41.3
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.4/68.6/36.3	41.1/71.4/33.7	39.6/69.2/33.9	38.4/68.6/36.3
Third (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.5/65.8/36.6	40.6/67.0/35.6	39.8/66.6/38.5	38.5/65.8/36.6
Fourth (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.6/69.1/36.6	N/A	N/A	37.6/69.1/36.6

The Transit van has a lower seating capacity of only 8 people. Of course, "only" is a relative term. The rest of the cars here have a seating capacity of 12, and that too with plenty of space around.

Cargo Capacity

The Chevrolet includes a lot of cargo space and customizable seats because of foldable seat rows. The car offers 92.1 cubic feet with the fourth row folded and 216.2 cubic feet with the second row folded.

Model	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savana Passenger LS 2500
Cargo Volume with 4th row up (ft.3)	N/A	94.2	28.9	N/A
Cargo Volume with 4th row folded (ft.3)	92.1	94.2	28.9	92.1
Cargo Volume with 3rd row folded (ft.3)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cargo Volume with 2nd row folded (ft.3)	216.2	224.5	218.9	216.2

For hauling stuff around, it's best you buy the Cargo variant. As for the passenger variant, you'd have to fold the seats down in order to get usable space. This doesn't apply for the Ford though, as the lack of fourth-row seating helps it liberate boot space.

Though it has undergone minor interior and exterior refreshes over the years, today's Express is essentially the same as the one that launched way back in 1996 - Edmunds

Weights and Dimensions

The car stands at the average of the segment and weighs 5983 lbs. The car is 224.1 inches long 79.2 inches wide and 83.9 inches high. The car has a best in class ground clearance of 11/7.1 inches and a wheelbase of 135.0 inches.

Model	Chevrolet express 2500 LS	Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-150 XL	Nissan NV Passenger 3500 S	GMC Savana Passenger LS 2500
Curb weight (lbs.)	5,983	5,488	6,710	5,983
Length(in)	224.1	219.8	240.6	224.1
Width(in)	79.2	81.3	79.9	79.2
Height(in)	83.9	82.2	84.0	83.9
Ground clearance (in) F/R	11.0/7.1		8.1/8.1	11.0/7.1
Wheelbase (in)	135.0	129.9	146.1	135.0

The car stands at the average at the segment when it comes to dimensions. The Chevrolet and the GMC have the exact same dimensions and the Nissan is the biggest car in the segment.

Safety Features

There aren't many standard safety features available, the one which are have been listed below:

• Standard driver and front passenger frontal airbags
• Head-curtain airbags for the first three rows
• Enhanced Technology Glass
• Seat-mounted side-impact airbags
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Available Side Blind Zone Alert

IIHS and NHTSA are unavailable.

Ford Transit Passenger Vs Chevrolet Express Passenger

The Ford is more expensive than the Chevrolet by 1000$ and has a smaller engine and lower power. The Ford is the bestselling and most iconic car in the segment. The Chevrolet has attempted at overthrowing the Ford but does not come with an impact that will enforce that.

Nissan NV Passenger  Vs Chevrolet Express Passenger

The Nissan is a newer entry into the segment and proves to be fierce competition to the Chevrolet. The Nissan NV Passenger is slightly more expensive than the Chevrolet and comes with a freshness in the segment. The Nissan is the heaviest car in the segment but also comes with a lot of features.

GMC Savana Passenger  Vs Chevrolet Express Passenger

The GMC and the Chevrolet are the most comparable cars and are almost the same in most of the senses. The cars have the same dimension, engine, and performance. GMC also has a long-standing legacy as the Chevrolet and is the closest competition in the market.

The 2018 Chevrolet Express Passenger is a bestseller in this segment and will have a cemented position in the market. The car comes with some additional features which give a fresh new feel to the car which has a legacy in the true sense. The car is a good buy for anyone who wants to get a passenger car.