Overviews

For release: Aug. 1, 2007

2008 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

New for 2008

Model Lineup

Engines Transmissions

Vortec 4.3L V-6

Vortec 4.8L V-8

Vortec 5.3L V-8

Vortec 6.0L V-8

Duramax 6.6L V-8

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L60)

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L80)

Passenger Van

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G1500 reg WB

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–

s

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–

s

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H1500 reg WB

–

–

s

–

–

s

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G3500 reg / ext WB

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–

–

s

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–

s

Cargo Van and
Conversion Van

 

 

 

 

 

G1500 reg WB

s

–

o

–

–

s

–

G1500 reg WB w/ YF7

 

–

s

–

–

s

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H1500 reg WB

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–

s

–

–

s

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G2500 reg / ext WB

–

s

–

o

o

–

s

G3500 reg / ext WB

–

–

–

s

o

–

s

Key

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available

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2008 CHEVY EXPRESS: THE PEOPLE HAULER WITHOUT PEER

Powerful and versatile, Chevrolet Express is a proven passenger hauler that is able to accommodate up to 15 passengers. It’s also a reliable and durable commercial cargo van and forms the foundation for conversion vans. For 2008, Express delivers a higher level of safety, a freshened interior that includes a new driver information center and the dependable performance of small-block V-8 engines.

Chevrolet Express has an impressive roster of safety features that is enhanced for 2008 with the inclusion of a standard tire pressure monitoring system, as well as new flat and convex exterior mirrors that offer a wider field of vision.

Standard on all passenger vans and available on cargo vans are head curtain side air bags, providing a higher level of protection in the event of a side impact or a vehicle rollover. For enhanced occupant retention, 12- and 15-passenger models feature Enhanced Technology Glass (ETG). Also new for 2008 are shoulder belts for the center seats on all passenger models.

Other Chevrolet Express safety features include four-wheel antilock disc brake system with Hydroboost, dynamic rear proportioning, StabiliTrak, driver and front-passenger air bags and Daytime Running Lamps. All are standard across the Express model lineup.

Stable handling, precise steering, superior ride motion control and balance, as well as a quiet, isolated driving experience are hallmarks of the Chevy Express. A three-piece frame features fully boxed sections for superior strength and rigidity, while extended and tapered front frame rails are used for improved crashworthiness. Also, additional tubular frame cross members are used to increase torsional stiffness.

Model lineup

Express is available in regular (135-inch / 3,429 mm) and extended (155-inch / 3,937 mm) wheelbase lengths, and can accommodate eight, 12 or 15 people. Cargo vans, available in the same wheelbase lengths, offer seating for two. The cutaways, which can be converted to various commercial, school bus and RV requirements, are available in 139-inch (3,531 mm), 159-inch (4,039 mm) and 177-inch (4,496 mm) wheelbase lengths.

The 1500 Series vans include light-duty models rated at 7,200 pounds (3,266 kg) GVW. The 2500 Series includes heavy-duty models rated at 8,600 pounds (3,901 kg) GVW. The heavy-duty 3500 Series includes full-bodied cargo/passenger vans rated at 9,600 pounds (4,354 kg) GVW, and commercial and RV cutaway chassis, with GVW ratings of 9,900-14,050 pounds (4,490-6,372 kg).

New interior

Chevrolet Express also delivers an extensively freshened interior for 2008, with enhancements that include:

Expanded DriverInformationCenter

Housed within Express’ new instrument cluster is a vastly expanded Driver Information Center that provides drivers with a wealth of vehicle information, including:

In all, the new Driver Information Center provides warnings, instructions and reminders and can be viewed in English, French, Spanish and Arabic.

Powertrains

Chevrolet Express offers its customers a choice of five gasoline engines, including four small-block V-8 engines. A 195-horsepower (145 kW) Vortec 4.3L V-6 with multi-port fuel injection is the base engine for light-duty Express Cargo. A central fuel injector delivers a separate flow of fuel to six individual hybrid injectors for better performance and improved emissions.

The small-block V-8 family is the same that is used in Chevy’s trucks and SUVs, delivering a strong balance of performance and efficiency. Designed for designed for quiet operation, these engines include:

The small-block V-8 engines in the Express lineup include:

Duramax 6.6L diesel

For maximum capability, Express offers the Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel V-8 engine that delivers 250 horsepower (186 kW) and a class-leading 460 lb.-ft. of torque (624 Nm). It is teamed with the Hydra-Matic 4L85 electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission, which is specially tuned for diesel-engine compatibility, giving Express exceptional towing and grade capability. The Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel also delivers a quieter driving experience and enhanced fuel economy. It’s available on G2500 and G3500 Express Cargo Van models. Features such as electronic throttle control, fast-heating glow plugs and easy-service items enhance the driving and ownership experience.

With the Duramax 6.6L, Express’ maximum GVWR is 12,300 pounds (5,579 kg), with a towing capacity of 10,000 pounds (4,536 kg) – specifications that meet or exceed those of the primary competitor. A 3.73 axle ratio is standard and the RPO G80 limited-slip differential is optional.

A fuel-operated heater (FOH) also is available for vans equipped with the Duramax 6.6L to quickly provide heat to the vehicle interior in cold weather. The seamlessly integrated system is designed into the Express chassis, saving customers the time and labor of upfitting an aftermarket system.

The electronically controlled fuel-operated heater operates automatically, turning on and off within load parameters that include outside air temperature, fuel level, coolant temperature and whether the engine is running. It features a self-contained, pressurized auxiliary coolant heater (with a surge tank) that uses diesel fuel to generate up to 17,200 Btu/h (5 kW) of heating energy.

Chevrolet Express is assembled at the GM assembly plant in Wentzville, Mo.

*SAE certified.

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Contact:
Wendy Clark
Chevrolet Communications
Phone: 313-665-5127
Fax: 313-667-4007
E-mail: wendy.clark@gm.com

Rob Minton
FCO Communications
Phone: 313-667-2634
Fax: 313-667-8167
E-mail: robert.minton@gm.com

GM of Canada Communications
Richard James
Phone: 905-644-1804
Fax: 905-644-3873
E-mail: richard.james@gm.com

Antonio Sanchez Jimenez
Gerente de Relaciones Públicas y Comunicación
General Motors de Mexico
Office: 011-5255-5901-3042
E-mail: angelantonio.sanchezjimenez@gm.com

SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

Chevy Express: full-frame G-Series 8-, 12-, 15-passenger and cargo van (8-, 12-passenger w/ H-Series), RH sliding or swing-out 60/40 doors or optional LH swing-out 60/40 doors, (G-Series available as RV & commercial cutaway)

Body style / driveline:

cargo and passenger van (RH sliding or swing-out 60/40 doors or optional LH swing-out 60/40 doors), front-engine, rear-wheel drive

Construction:

full frame

EPA vehicle class:

full-size van

Manufacturing location:

Wentzville , Missouri

Key competitors:

Ford Econoline, Ford E-Series, Dodge/Freightliner Sprinter

Engines

 

Vortec 4.3L V-6 (LU3)

Vortec 4.8L V-8 (LY2)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LMF)

Vortec 6.0L V-8 (LY6)

Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel (LLY)

Type:

4.3L V-6

4.8L V-8

5.3L V-8

6.0L V-8

6.6L V-8

Displacement
(cu in / cc):

262 / 4300

294 / 4807

325 / 5328

364 / 5967

403 / 6599

Bore & stroke
(in / mm):

4.00 x 3.48 /

3.78 x 3.27 /

3.78 x 3.62 /

4 x 3.62 /

4.06 x 3.90 /

 

101.6 x 88.4

96 x 83

96 x 92

101.6 x 92

103 x 99

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

Cylinder head material:

cast iron

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 4 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

platinum-tip spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

platinum-tip spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

electronic spark control, platinum-tip spark plugs

coil near plug, platinum-tip spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires

fast-heating glow plugs

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

direct injection diesel with high-pressure common rail

Compression ratio:

9.2:1

9.5:1

9.5:1

9.4:1

16.8:1

Horsepower
(hp / kw @ rpm):

195 / 145 @ 4600

258 / 192 @ 4600 (greater than 10,000 lbs GVWR)

279 / 208 @ 5200 (less than 10,000 lbs GVWR)

301 / 225 @ 5200

323 / 241 @ 4600

250 / 186 @ 3200

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

260 / 353 @ 2800

294 / 398 @ 4500

325 / 440 @ 4400

373 / 505 @ 4400

460 / 624 @ 1600

Recommended unleaded fuel:

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

regular unleaded or E85

regular unleaded

diesel

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

5600

5600

6000

6000

3450

Emissions controls:

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation

Estimated fuel economy:
(mpg city / hwy / combined):

2WD: 15 / 20

TBD

2WD gas: 12 / 16
2WD E85: 9 / 12
AWD gas: 12 / 16
AWD E85: 9 / 12

TBD

TBD

Transmissions

Hydra-Matic 4L60

Hydra-Matic 4L80

Hydra-Matic 4L85  

Type:

4-speed electronic automatic with overdrive and torque converter

4-speed heavy-duty electronic automatic with overdrive and torque converter

4-speed heavy-duty electronic automatic with overdrive and torque converter (Duramax 6.6L)

Gear ratios (:1):

First:

3.06

2.48

2.48

Second:

1.63

1.48

1.48

Third:

1:00

1:00

1.00

Fourth:

0.70

0.75

0.75

Reverse:

2.29

2.08

2.07

Final drive ratio:

3.42: std with 4.3L, 5.3L on 1500 Series

3.73: opt with 5.3L on 1500 Series and std with 5.3L on 2500 Series; std with 4.8L on 2500 Series and some 6.0L models

4.10: opt with 4.8L on 2500 Series and std on 3500 Series; std or opt with 6.0L, depending on the model

3.42: std with 4.3L, 5.3L on 1500 Series

3.73: opt with 5.3L on 1500 Series and std with 5.3L on 2500 Series; std with 4.8L on 2500 Series and some 6.0L models

4.10: opt with 4.8L on 2500 Series and std on 3500 Series; std or opt with 6.0L, depending on the model

3.73:1

Chassis/Suspension

G1500

H1500

G2500

G3500

(135-, 155-in WB)

(135-, 155-in WB)

Front:

independent short/long arm ( SLA ) coil springs, 33-mm stabilizer bar

Independent short/long arm ( SLA ) torsion bars, 33-mm stabilizer bar

independent short/long arm ( SLA ) coil springs, 35-mm stabilizer bar

independent short/long arm ( SLA ) coil springs, 35-mm stabilizer bar

Rear:

2-stage, semi-elliptic multileaf springs and semifloating rear axle

2-stage, semi-elliptic multileaf springs and semifloating rear axle

2-stage, semi-elliptic multileaf springs and semifloating rear axle (depending on the GVW)

2-stage, semi-elliptic multileaf springs and semifloating rear axle

Steering type (all models):

power, rack and pinion

power, rack and pinion

integral power

integral power

Steering ratio:

17.2:1

17.2:1

17.2:1

17.2:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3

3

3

3

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):

135-in WB:

43.4 / 13.2

43.4 / 13.2

49.2 / 15

49.2 / 15

155-in WB:

–

–

54.5 / 16.6

54.5 / 16.6

Brakes

Type (all models): Hydroboost 4-wheeldisc, 4-wheel ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning

7,200 lb GVW

8,600 lb GVW

9,600 lb GVW

12,000-12,300 lb GVW

Rotor diameter x thick (in / mm):

Front:

12 x 1.14 / 305 x 29

12.8 x 1.5
325 x 38

12.8 x 1.5 / 325 x 38

12.8 x 1.5
325 x 38

Rear:

13 x 1.18 / 330 x 30

13 x 1.14 / 330 x 29

13 x 1.14 / 330 x 29

12.8 x 1.18 / 325 x 30

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm):

Front:

214 / 1378

246 / 1584

245 / 1584

245 / 1584

Rear:

237 / 1526

237 / 1526

237 / 1526

235 / 1517

Wheels/Tires

G1500

G2500

G3500

(135-, 155-in WB)

(135-, 155-in WB)

Wheel size & type:

16-inch steel

16-inch steel

16-inch steel

Tires:

P235/75R16 all-season steel-belted radials

LT225/75R16E* all-season steel-belted radials

LT245/75R16E all-season steel-belted radials

*Standard on all G2500, except cargo van with 7,300-lb GVWR, which has a standard LT245/75R16E

Dimensions

Exterior

G1500 Regular

G2500 Regular

G3500 Regular

G3500 Extended

Wheelbase (in / mm):

135 / 3429

135 / 3429

135 / 3429

155 / 3937

Overall length (in / mm):

224 / 5691

224 / 5691

224 / 5691

244 / 6199

Overall width (in / mm):

79.4 / 2018

79.4 / 2018

79.4 / 2018

79.4 / 2018

Overall height (in / mm):

81.6 / 2072

81.6 / 2072

81.6 / 2072

82 / 2084

Track (in / mm):

Front:

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

Rear:

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

67.8 / 1721

Min. ground clearance (in / mm):

Front:

8 / 202

8.2 / 207

8.2 / 207

8.1 / 207

Rear:

7.4 / 188

7.1 / 180

7.1 / 180

7.7 / 195

Ground to top of rear load floor (in / mm):

Passenger:

25.5 / 648

N/A

27.8 / 707

27.8 / 707

Cargo:

22.8 / 580

25.1 / 637

27.8 / 707

27.8 / 707

Step-in height (in / mm):

Passenger, front door:

17.3 / 439

19 / 483

19.6 / 498

19.6 / 498

Passenger, side door:

15.5 / 394

N/A

19.5 / 495

19.6 / 498

Cargo, front door:

16.9 / 428

18.8 / 478

20.5 / 521

20.6 / 523

Cargo, side door:

15.5 / 394

18 / 457

19.5 / 495

19.6 / 498

Curb weight (lb / kg):

Cargo:

4845 / 2198

5017 / 2276

5427 / 2462

5625 / 2552

Passenger:

5258 / 2385

N/A

6015 / 2728

6333 / 2873

Interior

Seating capacity (std / opt):

Passenger van:

8

N/A

12 / 8

12 / 15

Cargo van:

2 / 1

2 / 1

2 / 1

2 / 1

Headroom (in / mm):

Front:

40.2 / 1022

40.2 / 1022

40.2 / 1022

40.2 / 1022

Middle (first row):

38.5 / 979

N/A

38.5 / 979

38.5 / 979

Middle (second row):

38.1 / 968

N/A

38.1 / 968

38.1 / 968

Rear (12-pass):

—

N/A

37.7 / 957

37.7 / 957

Rear (15-pass):

—

—

—

37.7 / 957

Legroom (in / mm):

Front:

41.3 / 1048

41.3 / 1048

41.3 / 1048

41.3 / 1048

Middle (first row):

34.8 / 883

N/A

34.8 / 883

34.8 / 883

Middle (second row):

37.6 / 954

N/A

37.6 / 954

37.6 / 954

Rear (12-pass):

—

N/A

39.8 / 1010

39.8 / 1010

Rear (15-pass):

—

—

—

36.4 / 925

Shoulder room (in / mm):

Front:

68.8 / 1748

68.8 / 1748

68.8 / 1748

68.8 / 1748

Middle (first row):

68.9 / 1750

N/A

68.9 / 1750

68.9 / 1750

Middle (second row):

63.5 / 1612

N/A

63.5 / 1612

63.5 / 1612

Rear (12-pass):

—

N/A

68.3 / 1734

68.3 / 1734

Rear (15-pass):

—

—

—

62.7 / 1593

Hip room (in / mm):

Front:

65.5 / 1664

65.5 / 1664

65.5 / 1664

65.5 / 1664

Middle (first row):

66 / 1675

N/A

66 / 1675

66 / 1675

Middle (second row):

64.4 / 1635

N/A

64.4 / 1635

64.4 / 1635

Rear (12-pass):

—

N/A.

59.6 / 1515

59.6 / 1515

Rear (15-pass):

—

—

—

63.2 / 1605

Cargo volume (cu ft / liters):

Behind front seat:

204 / 5776

204 / 5776

204 / 5776

237.3 / 6719

Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):

Cargo:

50.5 / 1282

50.5 / 1282

50.5 / 1282

50.5 / 1282

Passenger:

50.5 / 1282

N/A

50.5 / 1282

50.5 / 1282

Load floor length (in / mm):

Behind 1st row seat, Cargo:

127.8 / 3246

127.8 / 3246

127.8 / 3246

127.8 / 3246

Behind 1st row seat, Passenger:

126.3 / 3208

N/A

126.3 / 3208

146.3 / 3716

Behind 2nd row, Passenger:

89.4 / 2272

N/A

89.4 / 2272

109.4 / 2778

Behind 3rd row, Passenger:

57. 4 / 1457

N/A

57.4 / 1457

77.5 / 1969

Behind 4th row, Passenger:

—

—

—

45.6 / 1159

Behind 5th row, Passenger:

—

—

—

12 / 306

Interior height (in / mm):

Cargo:

51.9 / 1318

51.9 / 1318

51.9 / 1318

51.9 / 1318

Passenger:

51.9 / 1318

N/A

51.9 / 1318

51.9 / 1318

Capacities

GVWR (lb / kg):

Passenger van (standard):

7200 / 3266

N/A

9600 / 4354

9600 / 4354

Cargo van (standard):

7200 / 3266

8600 / 3901

9900 / 4490

9900 / 4490

Payload, base (lb / kg):

Cargo van:

1355 / 615

3262 / 1480

4173 / 1893

3975 / 1803

Passenger van:

1942 / 881

N/A

3585 / 1626

3267 / 1482

Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg):

Passenger:

6600 / 2905

N/A

10000 / 4538

10000 / 4538

Cargo:

6100 / 2767

8600 / 3901

10000 / 4538

10000 / 4538

Fuel tank (gal / L):

31 / 117

31 / 117

31 / 117

31 / 117

Maximum tongue weight:

Trailer tongue weight should be 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight, up to 1,000 pounds. Weight-carrying hitch limit on 4,000-lb (1,814 kg) trailer is 400-pound (181-kg) tongue weight. Weight-distributing hitch and sway control required for over 4,000-pound (1,814-kg) trailer weight.

     

4.3L V-6 (LU3)

4.8L V-8 (LY2)

6.0L V-8 (LY6)

Duramax 6.6L (LLY)

Engine oil (qt / L):

4.5 / 4.2

6 / 5.6

6 / 5.6

10.4 / 9. 8

Cooling system (qt / L):

 

Standard:

12.6 / 11.9

13.4 / 12.7

14.4 / 13.6

19.9 / 18.9*

*Cooling capacity higher with fuel-operated heater

Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.
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