2018 Chevrolet Express Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$33,515 to $38,025

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Although the Chevrolet Express and its twin, the GMC Savana, might seem like vans that are frozen in time, the Express continues to sell well, and GM hasn’t felt the need to fix something that isn’t broken. The Express is a proven platform. For 2018, the Express gets a new 4.3-liter 6-cylinder as its base engine, a reversing camera becomes standard equipment, and a blind-spot monitor becomes an optional extra. The 2018 Chevrolet Express is available as an LS or an LT passenger model or as a commercially-oriented cargo model. Both come in the 2500 or heavier duty 3500 configurations. The Express can also be had with a longer wheelbase. Depending on trip, options, and powertrain, a 2018 Chevrolet Express will cost between $30,000 and $40,000.

Typically, the first decision for an Express buyer is the engine, and there are three of options. First choice is the new 4.3-liter 6-cylinder that is mated to a conventional 8-speed automatic and makes 276 horsepower. This engine is adequate for the usual hauling of people and a light cargo load, but it is less suited to substantial towing. Next is the proven Vortec 6.0-liter 8-cylinder that makes 341 hp and is mated to a 6-speed automatic. The V-8 Express can tow up to about 9,600 pounds. The last option is a turbodiesel 2.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, the strongest selling point being its 369 pound-feet of torque. There aren’t official fuel economy figures for the 2018 Express yet, but last year’s V-8 model achieved 11 mpg city, 16 highway, and 13 combined in 2500 form and 11, 16, and 12 in 3500 form.

The interior of the Chevrolet Express is fairly basic. The LS comes standard with power locks, Onstar, Wi-Fi, and cruise control. There are 12 seats; although, the Express can be configured to seat up to 15 people. Options include Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment system, navigation, parking sensors, USB port, a blind-spot monitor, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an engine block heater for cold weather shuttling. Stepping up to the LT adds cloth seats—instead of the base vinyl—interior carpets, power mirrors, locks, and windows.

As for space, the Express has plenty. A normal length 2500 can accommodate up to 92.1 cubic feet of stuff with the seats in place or 216.2 cubic feet with them removed. The extended 3500 model can pack 127.2 cubic feet with the seats in place and 252.8 cubic feet with them removed. .

Neither the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) nor the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have crash tested the Express, but the passenger models get OnStar service standard and optional extras include a blind-spot monitor, hill-start assist, and rear parking sensors. As of 2018, a reversing camera is standard equipment.

Published May 31, 2022 by Andrew Newton

User reviews for 2018 Chevrolet Express

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by Joianne N
Apr 16, 2021
several of the seats where tore... All the plastic was gouged. Rust at step up.., And the van had been in an unreported accident so the cargo doors had visible cosmetic work done. Apr 16, 2021
by jesus s
Feb 05, 2020
Bad reviews...seeing how the price goes up by thousands with add on charges made me decide to forget the buy!Feb 05, 2020

2018 Chevrolet Express Pricing

Original MSRP
$33,515 to $38,025
Price range
$22,626 to $23,466
Average price on CG
$22,881
YoY price change
$22,678 to $22,881

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: 3 · Front power outlet: 115V · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Storage: in dash

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 105 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: vinyl

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: OnStar · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 1.14 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: front · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: in dash · Vanity mirrors: illuminated passenger

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: 600 CCA · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 1.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: 3 · Front power outlet: 115V · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 105 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: vinyl

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 1.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: 3 · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: OnStar · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 1.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: front · Front power outlet: 115V · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: in dash · Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: 600 CCA · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: vinyl

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: OnStar · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 1.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: 3 · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: in dash · Vanity mirrors: illuminated passenger

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in mirror

Seatbelts

Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: partial

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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