| See top fuel economy numbers for every Chevy brand | |
|---|---|
| Engine | EPA estimated MPG city/hwy. |
| Vortec 4.3L V61 | |
| 1500 RWD Conversion Van | 15/20 |
| 1500 RWD Work Van | 15/20 |
| Vortec 4.8L V8 | The EPA does not rate the fuel economy of this engine. |
| Vortec 5.3L V8 | |
| 1500/2500 RWD Conversion Van | 12/16 |
| 1500/2500HD RWD Work Van | 14/18 |
| 1500 AWD Conversion Van | 12/16 |
| 1500 AWD Work Van | 13/17 |
| 1500 RWD Passenger Van | 12/16 |
| 1500 AWD Passenger Van | 12/16 |
| Vortec FlexFuel E85 5.3L V8 (gasoline) | 12/16 |
| Vortec FlexFuel E85 5.3L V8 (E85) | 10/12 |
| Vortec 6.0L V8 | The EPA does not rate the fuel economy of this engine. |
| Duramax Diesel 6.6L V8 | The EPA does not rate the fuel economy of this engine. |
| Exterior (inches) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Regular Wheelbase | 2500HD Regular Wheelbase (Work Van) | 2500HD Extended Wheelbase (Work Van) | 3500 Regular Wheelbase | 3500 Extended Wheelbase | |
| A Wheelbase | 135.0 | 135.0 | 155.0 | 135 | 155.0 |
| B Length | 224.1 | 224.1 | 244.1 | 224.1 | 244.1 |
| C Height | 81.6 | 81.6 | 82.0 | 81.6 | 82.0 |
| D Body width | 79.4 | 79.4 | 79.4 | 79.4 | 79.4 |
| Sliding side-door load opening | |||||
| E height | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 |
| F width | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 |
| Swing-out side-door load opening | |||||
| G height | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 | 47.9 |
| width (both doors open) | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 | 44.1 |
| Rear-door load opening | |||||
| H height | 49.4 | 49.4 | 49.4 | 49.4 | 49.4 |
| I width | 57.0 | 57.0 | 57.0 | 57.0 | 57.0 |
| ground to rear load floor | 27.7 | 27.7 | 27.3 | 27.7 | 27.3 |
| Ground clearance | |||||
| front | 8.6 | 8.6 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.4 |
| rear | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 7.6 | 8.1 |
| Tread width | |||||
| front | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 |
| rear | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 | 67.8 |
| Interior (inches) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Regular Wheelbase | 2500HD Regular Wheelbase | 3500 Regular Wheelbase | 3500 Extended Wheelbase | ||
| Headroom | |||||
| front | 40.2 | 40.2 | 40.2 | 40.2 | |
| middle (first row) | 38.5 | 38.5 | 38.5 | 38.5 | |
| middle (second row) | 38.6 | 38.6 | 38.6 | 38.6 | |
| middle (third row) | — | 38.1 | 38.1 | 38.1 | |
| rear | — | — | — | 38.1 | |
| Legroom | |||||
| front | 41.3 | 41.3 | 41.3 | 41.3 | |
| middle (first row) | 34.8 | 34.8 | 34.8 | 34.8 | |
| middle (second row) | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 | |
| middle (third row) | — | 39.8 | 39.8 | 39.8 | |
| rear | — | — | — | 36.4 | |
| Shoulder room | |||||
| front | 68.8 | 68.8 | 68.8 | 68.8 | |
| middle (first row) | 68.9 | 68.9 | 68.9 | 68.9 | |
| middle (second row) | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | |
| middle (third row) | — | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 | |
| rear | — | — | — | 62.7 | |
| Hip room | |||||
| front | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 | |
| middle (first row) | 66.0 | 66.0 | 66.0 | 66.0 | |
| middle (second row) | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 | |
| middle (third row) | — | 59.6 | 59.6 | 59.6 | |
| rear | — | — | — | 63.2 | |
| Cargo Room (cu. ft.)1 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Regular Wheelbase | 2500HD Regular Wheelbase (Work Van) | 2500HD Extended Wheelbase (Work Van) | 3500 Regular Wheelbase | 3500 Extended Wheelbase | |
| with front passenger seat | 225.13 | 225.13 | 261.63 | 225.13 | 261.63 |
| Load Floor Linear Dimensions (inches) | |||||
| J Length with front seats | 127.8 | 127.8 | 147.8 | 127.8 | 147.8 |
| K Width between wheelhousings (Work Van) | 52.7 | 52.7 | 52.7 | 52.7 | 52.7 |
| Interior height | 51.9 | 51.9 | 51.9 | 51.9 | 51.9 |
1 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
2 Passenger Van only.
3 Work Van only
| 1500 Regular Wheelbase | 2500HD Regular Wheelbase | 2500HD Extended Wheelbase (Work Van) | 3500 Regular Wheelbase | 3500 Extended Wheelbase | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating capacity (standard/optional) | |||||
| Passenger Van | 8 | — | — | 12/8 | 12/15 |
| Work Van | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 |
| Curb weight (standard) (lbs.) | |||||
| Passenger Van | 5,2951 | 5892 | — | 6,009 | 6,330 |
| Work Van | 4,8942 | 5,338 | 5,547 | 5,453 | 5,642 |
| GVWR (lbs.)3 | |||||
| Passenger Van | 7,200 | 8,600 | — | 9,600 | 9,600 |
| Work Van | 7,200 | 8,600 | 8,600 | 9,600 | 9,600 |
| Payload (lbs.)4 | |||||
| Passenger Van | 1,9055 | — | — | 3,591 | 3,270 |
| Work Van | 2,3066 | 3,262 | 3,053 | 4,147 | 3,958 |
| Fuel tank (gallons) approx. | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
1 5,593 lbs. with All-Wheel-Drive (AWD).
2 5,179 lbs. with AWD.
3 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
4 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
5 1,607 lbs. with AWD.
6 2,021 lbs. with AWD.
NOTE: Your vehicle may require additional special equipment to tow the maximum trailer weights listed here. The weight-carrying hitch limit for Express is a 4,000-lb. trailer with 400-lb. tongue weight. A weight-distributing hitch is required when trailer weight totals more than 4,000 lbs.
| Engine | VORTEC 4.3L V6 | VORTEC 4.8L V8 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSMISSION | AUTOMATIC | |||||
| Series | Maximum Trailer Weight (lbs.)1 | Required Axle Ratio | GCWR (lbs.)2,3 | Maximum Trailer Weight (lbs.)1 | Required Axle Ratio | GCWR (lbs.)2,3 |
| 1500 Work Van RWD | 4,400 | 3.42 | 9,500 | — | — | — |
| 2500HD Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | — | — | — | 6,400/6,100 7,400/7,100 |
3.73 4.10 |
12,000 13,000 |
| 3500 Super Heavy Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | — | — | — | 6,300/6,100 7,300/7,100 |
3.73 4.10 |
12,000 13,000 |
| Engine | Vortec 4.8L V8 | VORTEC 5.3L V8 | VORTEC 6.0L V8 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSMISSION | AUTOMATIC | ||||||
| Series | Maximum Trailer Weight (lbs.)1 | Required Axle Ratio | GCWR (lbs.)2,3 | Maximum Trailer Weight (lbs.)1 | Required Axle Ratio | GCWR (lbs.)2,3 | |
| 1500 Passenger Van (RWD/AWD) | — 6,300/6,000 |
— 3.73 |
— 12,000 |
— | — | — | |
| 1500 Work Van (RWD/AWD) | 6,200/6,500 6,700/6,500 | 3.42 3.73 |
12,000 12,000 |
— | — | — | |
| 2500HD Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | — | — | — | 8,400/8,200 10,000 |
3.73 4.10 |
14,000 16,000 |
|
| 2500HD Passenger Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | 7,700 | 3.73 | 14,000 | ||||
| 3500 Passenger Van (Regular/Extended) | — | — | — | 7,600/7,300 - |
3.73 - |
14,000 - |
|
| 3500 Super Heavy Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | — | — | — | 8,400/8,200 10,000 |
3.73 4.10 |
14,000 16,000 |
|
| Engine | DURAMAX DIESEL 6.6L V8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSMISSION | AUTOMATIC | ||
| Series | Maximum Trailer Weight (lbs.)1 | Required Axle Ratio | GCWR (lbs.)2,3 |
| 2500HD Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | 10,000/10,000 | 3.73 | 17,000 |
| 3500 Super Heavy Work Van RWD (Regular/Extended) | 10,000/10,000 | 3.73 | 17,000 |
1 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers, and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your Chevy dealer for additional details.
2 GCWR: The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer. A properly equipped tow vehicle and trailer at the maximum GCWR should be able to accelerate and merge with traffic, climb typical interstate grades at highway speeds, handle the combination on virtually all road surfaces and stop adequately within a reasonable distance.
3 Trailer tongue weight should be 10 to 15 percent of total loaded trailer weight (up to 750 lbs.). Addition of trailer tongue weight cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (RGAWR) or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). These ratings can be found on the certification label located on the driver door or door frame. Base cooling system includes all content required to attain maximum trailer rating. No optional cooling equipment available.
| Passenger Van | 1500 | 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Brakes | ||
| Brake type | vacuum power | |
| Disc size (diam. x thick.) | ||
| (in.) | 12.0 x 1.1 | 12.8 x 1.50 |
| Swept area | ||
| (sq. in.) | 213.6 | 233.7 |
| Rear Brakes | ||
| Brake type | vacuum power | |
| Disc (diam. x thick.) | ||
| (in.) | 13.0 x 1.2 | 13.0 x 1.1 |
| Swept area | ||
| (sq. in.) | 238 | 238 |
| Engine Type | Vortec 4.3L V6 | Vortec 4.8L V8 | Vortec 5.3L V8 | Vortec 6.0L V8 | Duramax Diesel 6.6L V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement (cc) | 4,300 | 4,807 | 5,328 | 5,967 | 6,604 |
| Bore & stroke (mm) | 101.6 x 88.4 | 96.01 x 83.00 | 96.01 x 92.00 | 101.60 x 92.00 | 103.1 x 99.1 |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Block | cast-iron | cast-iron | cast-iron | cast-iron | cast-iron |
| Cylinder head material | cast-iron | cast- aluminum |
cast- aluminum |
cast- aluminum |
cast- aluminum |
| Valvetrain configuration | OHV | OHV | OHV | OHV | — |
| Valves/cylinder | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lifters | hydraulic roller |
hydraulic roller |
hydraulic roller |
hydraulic roller |
— |
| Horsepower | 195 @ 4600 RPM | 279 @ 5200 RPM | 301 @ 5200 RPM | 323 @ 4600 RPM | 250 @ 3200 RPM |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) | 260 @ 2800 RPM | 294 @ 4500 RPM | 325 @ 4500 RPM | 373 @ 4400 RPM | 460 @ 1600 RPM |
| 1500 | 2500HD | 2500HD EXT | 3500 | 3500 EXT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curb-to-curb turning diameter (ft.) | |||||
| Passenger Van | 43.4 | — | — | 43.4 | 49.2 |
| Work Van | 43.4 | 43.4 | 49.2 | 43.4 | 49.2 |
| Ratio (overall) | 17.2:1 | 17.2:1 | 17.2:1 | 17.2:1 | 17.2:1 |
| 1500 and 2500HD Extended Wheelbase: four-speed electronic automatic with overdrive (4L60-E) (for less than 8,600-lb. GVWR1) | 2500HD Work Van at 8,600-lb. GVWR1, 3500 Regular Wheelbase and 3500 Extended Wheelbase: heavy-duty four-speed automatic with overdrive (4L80-E) | |
|---|---|---|
| RPO | M30 | MT1 |
| First gear | 3.06 | 2.48 |
| Second gear | 1.63 | 1.48 |
| Third gear | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Fourth gear | 0.70 | 0.75 |
| Reverse | 2.29 | 2.07 |
| Fluid capacity | ||
| Dry fill (quarts) | 11.4 | 13.2 |
| Refill (quarts) | 5.0 (approximate) | 7.7 (approximate) |
| Case material | die-cast aluminum | die-cast aluminum |
1 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
