A lot has been said about the Chevrolet Express 1500 for 2009. As Chevrolet's entry in the standard passenger van market the Express 1500 (and in this case specically the LS version) has maintained a good reputation. The 3-door Express 1500 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect van to help Chevrolet as a brand in general.

Chevrolet Express 1500 Engine Specs

The restyled Express 1500 LS is equipped with a General Motors 5.3-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The Vortec engine is paired with a General Motors 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

Fuel is handled for the Express 1500 is a SFI design, running on FLEX fuel. The FLEX is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 12-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The Express 1500 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The van uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Express 1500 LS are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-low price, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a three-door Standard Passenger Van.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The Express 1500 LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a flex-powered hybrid van, this was exceptional.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Express 1500 LS sold well in 2009. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Express 1500.

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