2001 Chevrolet Express Chevrolet Express 2001 Chevrolet Express Base G3500 Cargo Van Cargo Van Regular Length RWD Wentzville, MO A more powerful V8 and two new exterior colors are the only major changes. Upgraded radios and alternators round out the updates for 2001. Modern styling, powerful range of engines, lots of cargo-hauling capacity. Odd arched-eyebrow taillamps spoil clean design, not as refined as Ford Econoline. When Chevy dealers received a brand-new, full-size van to sell in 1996, it marked the first time in 25 years that GM had completely redesigned its big vans. The Chevy Express comes equipped with a cavernous interior and a variety of powerful engines. With its modern design and body-on-frame construction, Chevrolet is stealing some of Ford's thunder in the full-size van market. Because most full-size vans are bought for conversion into rolling motel rooms, engineers put the Chevy Express on a full-frame platform for improved stability. Regular-length models carry 267 cubic feet of cargo, and extended-length vans can haul 317 cubic feet of stuff. Trick rear doors open 180 degrees to make loading and unloading easier. Standard side cargo doors are a 60/40 panel arrangement, but a traditional slider is a no-cost option on 135-inch wheelbase vans. G3500s can tow up to 10,000 pounds when properly equipped. For convenience, the full-size spare is stored underneath the cargo floor. A 31-gallon fuel tank keeps this thirsty vehicle from frequent fill-ups, but topping off an empty tank will quickly empty your wallet. An 8.1-liter V8 replaces last year's 7.4-liter engine providing a class-leading 340 horsepower and 455 ft-lbs. of torque. Other powerplants include the 4300 V6, 5000 and 5700 gas V8s, and a 6.5-liter turbodiesel V8. Exterior styling is an interesting mix of corporate Chevrolet, Astro Van and old Lumina minivan. We'll admit the high, rear pillar-mounted taillights are odd looking, but at least they're functional. They can easily be seen even if the van is operated with the rear doors open. Low-mounted bumpers and moldings make the Chevy Express look much taller than it is. An attractively sculpted body side gives the van's smooth, slab-sided flanks a dose of character, as does the quad-lamp grille arrangement. For 2001, two new exterior colors debut, Light Pewter and Meadow Green, along with a new Dark Pewter interior color. Overall, Chevrolet's latest rendition of the traditional full-size van appears to be right on target, giving Ford's Econoline its only real competition. Dodge Ram Van Ford Cargo Van GMC Safari Cargo GMC Savana Cargo 336,000 336,000 336,000 6100,000 NA NA NA 8 5.7 liters V8 255 hp @ 4600 rpm 330 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm 267 cu.ft. 4155 lbs. 10000 lbs. 218.7 in. 79.4 in. 83.9 in. 5345 lbs. 135 in. 53.4 ft. 9 in. 40.6 in. NA NA NA NA NA 41.1 in. NA 2 Standard Standard Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Rating = Not Tested Rating = Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested 31 gal. 14 mpg / 17 mpg 434 mi. / 527 mi. Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not. $20,374 $23,289 7.35% $690 N/A 3% of the Total MSRP G1500 BASE CARGO VAN (4A): 4.3L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 600 amp HD battery; 105 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.42 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, HD front coil springs, rigid rear axle HD leaf spring suspension; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle speed-sensing assist; front disc/rear drum brakes with 4-wheel antilock brakes; 31 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; 3 doors with split swing-out right rear passenger door, split swing-out rear cargo door; front and rear argent bumpers with black rub strip, rear step bumper; clearcoat monotone paint; sealed beam halogen headlamps with daytime running lights; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 15" x 6" silver steel wheels; P215/75SR15 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan, 2 speakers, fixed antenna; child safetyrear door locks; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), smoker's package; instrumentation display includes oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include battery, lights on, key in ignition; driver's and passenger's front airbags; ignition disable; tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip; seating capacity of 2, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, driver's and passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment; front height adjustable seatbelts; vinyl seats, front cloth headliner, full vinyl floor covering; interior lights include dome light; day/night rearview mirror; engine cover console with storage, front cupholder, instrument panel bin, driver's and passenger's door bins; vinyl cargo floor, cargo light; argent grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding and black door handles. G2500 BASE CARGO VAN (4A)/BASE G2500 EXTENDED CARGO VAN (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE G1500 CARGO VAN (4A) equipment): 16" x 6.5" silver steel wheels; LT225/75SR16D BSW A/S tires. G3500 BASE CARGO VAN (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE G2500 CARGO VAN (4A)/BASE G2500 EXTENDED CARGO VAN (4A) equipment): 5.7L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; rear-wheel drive, 3.73 axle ratio; LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires. -- Custom Cloth Seat Trim $0 $0 1SA Preferred Equipment Group 1SA $0 $0 1SB Preferred Equipment Group 1SB $1,307 $1,520 A18 Rear Door Swing-Out Window $69 $80 A19 Rear Side Door Swing-Out Window $135 $157 AJ1 Solar Ray Deep Tinted Glass $60 $70 AJ1 Solar Ray Deep Tinted Glass $245 $285 AJ1 Solar Ray Deep Tinted Glass $120 $140 AJ1 Solar Ray Deep Tinted Glass $335 $390 AJ3 Passenger Side Air Bag Delete ($189) ($220) AS5 Front Deluxe Bucket Seats $0 $0 B31 Black Vinyl Front Floor Covering $0 $0 B3D School Bus Chassis Equipment $56 $65 C36 Rear Heater $206 $240 C49 Rear Window Defogger $132 $154 C60 Front Air Conditioning $838 $975 C69 Rear Air Conditioning $691 $804 C69 Rear Air Conditioning $1,530 $1,779 DE5 Electric Remote Foldaway Outside Mirrors $97 $113 FE9 Federal Emission Requirements $0 $0 G80 HD Rear Locking Differential $217 $252 GT4 3.73 Axle Ratio $0 $0 GT5 4.10 Axle Ratio $0 $0 KG8 130 Amp Alternator $52 $60 KL5 Engine Prep For Alternative Fuels $108 $125 KL6 Full Natural Gas System Conversion $4,936 $5,740 L18 Engine: Vortec 8100 V8 SFI $516 $600 L65 Engine: 6.5L V8 Turbo Diesel $2,460 $2,860 MT1 Transmission: Elect 4-Speed HD Auto with OD $0 $0 NC7 Federal Emission Override $0 $0 P06 Trim Rings and Bright Center Hub Caps $52 $60 PNF Side Rear and Rear Door Trim Panel Delete ($26) ($30) R6G Air Conditioning Not Desired $0 $0 R6M New Jersey Cost Surcharge $59 $0 TR9 Auxiliary Lighting $138 $160 UL5 Radio, Antenna and Speaker Delete ($264) ($307) UM6 Radio: AM/FM Stereo with Cassette $126 $147 V10 Cold Climate Package $43 $50 YA2 Sliding Side Rear Door $0 $0 YF5 California Emission Requirements $0 $0 Z82 HD Trailering Special Equipment $267 $310 ZQ2 Power Accessory Group $408 $474 ZQ3 Tilt Wheel and Cruise Control $331 $385 ZR7 Appearance Package $272 $316 ZW2 Fixed Rear Door Glass $52 $60 ZW3 Fixed Side and Rear Door Glass $86 $100 ZW4 Fixed Right Side Rear Door Glass $122 $142 ZW6 Full Body Glass $267 $311 ZX1 Driver's High-Back Bucket Seat ($350) ($407) ZX9 Spare Tire Delete ($256) ($298)