2012 Chevrolet Express Cargo
IT ISN'T JUST A VAN - it's how you work.
And you work with the right tools for the job. Express Cargo Van offers an unmatched selection of engines, ranging from the fuel-efficient Vortec® 4.3L V6 with an EPA estimated 20 MPG highway to an extensive lineup of Vortec V8 powerplants-all the way up to the Duramax® 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8, the most powerful diesel in its class. A standard Hydra-Matic® 6-speed automatic transmission on 2500 and 3500 models includes Tap-Up/Tap-Down driver shift control and auto grade braking. These vans stay on the road and ease the burden of carrying your cargo.
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Specifications
CARGO VAN MODELS
| 1500 (RWD and AWD) |
| 2500/2500 EXT (RWD) |
| 3500/3500 EXT (RWD) |
EPA ESTIMATED FUEL ECONOMY IN MPG
| 1500 RWD VORTEC 4.3L V6 |
1500 RWD VORTEC 5.3L V8 |
1500 AWD VORTEC 5.3L V8 |
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| City/highway (gasoline) | 15/20 | 13/18 | 13/17 |
| City/highway (E85 FlexFuel)1 | Not Available | 10/13 | 10/13 |
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
| 1500 RWD/AWD |
2500 Reg./Ext. |
3500 Reg./Ext. |
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| Cargo volume(cu. ft.)2 | 239.7 | 239.7/284.4 | 239.7/284.4 |
| GVWR (lbs.)3 | 7,300 | 8,600 | 9,600/9,900 |
| Payload (lbs.)4 | 2,329/2,000 | 3,222/2,999 | 4,187/3,992 |
| Fuel tank (gal. approx.) | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Seating capacity | 2 | 2 | 2 |
CUTAWAY VAN MODELS
| 139-Inch Wheelbase |
| 159-Inch Wheelbase |
| 177-Inch Wheelbase |
CAPACITIES
| 139-INCH WHEELBASE |
159-INCH WHEELBASE |
177-INCH WHEELBASE |
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| Maximum GVWR (lbs.)3 | 12,300 | 14,200 | 12,300 |
| Base GVWR (lbs.)3 | 9,900 | 10,000 | 12,300 |
| Base Payload (lbs.)4 | 5,352 | 5,006 | 7,210 |
| Fuel tank (gal. approx.) | 33 | 33 | 33 |
| Seating capacity | 2 | 2 | 2 |
EXTERIOR FEATURES
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| Doors: driver-side 60/40 swing-out (requires regular wheelbase; not available with Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Doors: dual rear-load | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Door: passenger-side sliding (not available with driver-side 60/40 swing-out door) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Doors: passenger-side swing-out | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
ENGINE/CHASSIS FEATURES
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| Dedicated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) System (complete vehicle and system-ready)5 | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential: automatic locking rear | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Engine: Vortec 4.3L V6, 195 hp, 260 lb.-ft. of torque (standard on 1500 RWD) | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine: Vortec 4.8L V8, 280 hp, 295 lb.-ft. of torque (models less than 10,000 lbs. GVWR) | Not Available | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine: Vortec 4.8L FlexFuel1 V8, 280 hp, 295 lb.-ft. of torque (2500 and 3500) | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine: Vortec 5.3L FlexFuel1 V8, 310 hp, 334 lb.-ft. of torque (available on 1500; standard in 1500 AWD) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine: 6.0L V8 SFI Gaseous, with hardened value seats6 | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine: Vortec 6.0L V8, 323 hp, 373 lb.-ft. of torque | Not Available | Optional | Standard |
| Engine: Vortec 6.0L FlexFuel1 V8, 323 hp, 373 lb.-ft. of torque (not available on 1500 Cargo Van) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine: Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8, 260 hp, 525 lb.-ft. of torque (not available on 1500 Cargo Van) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailering equipment: heavy-duty, with trailer hitch platform, seven-lead trailer wiring harness and seven-pin sealed connector | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transfer case: All-Wheel-Drive (1500 AWD) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission: Hydra-Matic four-speed, electronically controlled automatic overdrive with internal transmission oil cooler (1500) | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission: heavy-duty, Hydra-Matic six-speed, electronically controlled automatic overdrive with internal transmission oil cooler (2500, 3500 and 4500) | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tow/Haul mode: includes instrument panel-mounted selector | Standard | Standard | Standard |
SAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURES
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| Air bags:7 frontal, driver and front passenger | Standard | Standard8 | Standard8 |
| Air bags:7 head-curtain side-impact (with GVWR over 8,500 lbs.) | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Battery: 600 cold-cranking amps, with rundown protection | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Brakes: four-wheel antilock disc, ABS | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| OnStar®:9 Directions & Connections® Plan, with Turn-by-Turn Navigation | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| PASS-Key III theft-deterrent system | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry10 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
INTERIOR FEATURES
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| Air conditioning: single-zone manual | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air conditioning: rear | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Convenience Package: power windows and door locks | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Convenience Package: Tilt-Wheel steering column and cruise control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Defogger: side windows | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Express Access Enhanced Lighting Package: three access panel lights and two interior roof-mounted lights in cargo area | Optional11 | Not Available | Not Available |
SEATING
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| Vinyl, front reclining buckets | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Custom Cloth, front reclining buckets | Optional | Optional | Optional |
AUDIO SYSTEMS
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| AM/FM stereo | Optional | Optional12 | Optional12 |
| AM/FM stereo with CD player | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player | Not Available | Optional8 | Optional8 |
WHEELS
| Cargo | 3500 Cutaway | 4500 Cutaway | |
| 16-inch steel with Gray center cap (2500/3500 Cargo Van) | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| 17-inch steel (1500 Cargo Van) | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
AVAILABLE DEALER-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES13
| Bulkhead Divider Package | Molded Hood Protector |
| Cargo Lamp Package | Roof-Mounted Ladder Package |
| Hitch-Ball Assembly | Security Screen Package: Rear-Door Windows |
- 1 E85 is a combination of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Go to chevy.com/biofuels to see if there is an E85 fuel station near you.
- 2 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
- 3 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
- 4 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
- 5 Requires Gaseous 6.0L V8 SFI engine, Cold Climate Package, spare tire delete and trailering equipment. Includes 4-tank configuration fuel system. May substitute with available 3-tank configuration fuel system. Not available with rear air conditioning or rear auxiliary heater.
- 6 Requires 2500 or 3500 Regular Wheelbase models and Dedicated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) System. Includes external engine oil cooler. Requires a fleet or government order type.
- 7 Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.
- 8 Not available with driver-only high-back bucket seat option.
- 9 Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.
- 10 Requires available Convenience Package (power windows and door locks).
- 11 Requires available Express Access Package. Not available on Extended Wheelbase models.
- 12 Not available with RV Package.
- 13 Some accessories may not be available on all models. See dealer for details.
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