A high point in the extended passenger van market is the Chevrolet Express 2500. In 2003 Chevrolet rolled out an upgraded version of the Express 2500 with two versions: Base and LS. Sales for the Express 2500, especially the Express 2500 LS, were brisk during 2003 and 2004. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2003 Chevrolet Express 2500 LS Specs

Standard equipment in the Express 2500 for 2002 and 2003 includes the 6.0 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Express 2500.

The fuel system for the 2003 Express 2500 is a SFI system, running on CNG . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The Express 2500 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.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Express 2500 LS are 79.40 inches wide by 244.10 inches long. It sits 82.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard twelve passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of 155.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $28,859, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,248. This price is in line with the industry average price for a three-door Extended Passenger Van.

The standard warranty period for the Express 2500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the extended passenger van market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2003 Express 2500 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a extended passenger van van.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Express 2500 LS sold well in 2003. 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 2500.

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