Review
In the world cargo van market, the 2012 Chevrolet Express Cargo Van is a popular name. Belonging to the fullsize van segment, it competes with the Nissan NV Cargo Van, the Ford E-Series Cargo Van, and the GMC Savana Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around an MSRP of $25,090. With 3 trims on offer, prices reach around $42,745. Traditionally offered bareboned, cargo vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The Express too can be equipped with packages such as Chrome Appearance Package, Power Package, or Express Access Package, improving either form or function. The standard engine on offer is a 4.3L V6 mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission This engine maintains a combined MPG of 17 while making 195 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Next is a 5.3L V8 engine which is also coupled to a 4-speed automatic transmission. It makes 310 horsepower and 334 lb-ft of torque. Furthermore, the 4.8L V8 engine with 6-speed automatic transmission is able to put out 280 horsepower. However, if more power is required, one can get a 6.0L V8 engine which is also available producing 323 horsepower and 373 horsepower respectively. This engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The optional engine returns a combined fuel economy of 12 mpg.