2011 Chevy Express Cutaway 3500

2011 Chevrolet Express 3500

Cargo
Work Van
$29,425
LS
$32,635
LT
$32,635
Diesel
$41,420
2LT
$44,630
2LS
$44,630

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Our 2011 Chevrolet Express 3500 trim comparison will help you decide.

Up to 15-passenger capacity
Three duty levels available
Rear-wheel drive
Choice of many gasoline V-8s
Diesel V-8 available
StabiliTrak standard on all vans

2011 Chevrolet Express 3500 review: Our expert's take

Chevrolet's full-size Express is available as a passenger or cargo van with rear-wheel drive in 1500, 2500 and 3500 duty levels. The Express competes with other full-size vans, including the Ford E-Series and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The GMC Savana is closely related to the Express.

There is a new 3500 passenger van with a Duramax turbo-diesel engine, and GM's electronic stability system, StabiliTrak, is now standard on all cargo and passenger vans. A dealer-installed Wi-Fi internet option is available.

Overall height and length of the Express and its competitors vary among different models, with variables like longer wheelbases and extended roofs. Half-ton Express models get standard 17-inch wheels. Standard flat and convex exterior mirrors on each side provide a wider field of vision.

1500 versions come on a regular-length wheelbase (135 inches)
2500 and 3500 also available in extended-wheelbase form (155 inches)

A driver information center in the instrument cluster displays instructions for maintenance and warnings, such as when the vehicle's transmission is overheating or if a theft attempt has taken place. A fuel-operated heater is available on vans with the 6.6-liter Duramax diesel engine to heat the interior quickly in cold weather. The system features a self-contained, pressurized auxiliary coolant heater that uses diesel fuel to generate heat. There is also the option of a dealer-installed Wi-Fi internet hotspot.

Seating for two in cargo vans
Seating for eight, 12 or 15 in passenger vans
60/40-split left-side entry/load door available on regular-length models

Five available engines range from a 4.3-liter V-6 to a turbo-diesel 6.6-liter V-8. All engines have air-filter and oil-life monitors. The 6.0-liter V-8 has a fast-idle option that makes it easier to run accessories while the vehicle is idling. Vans equipped with the turbo-diesel 6.6-liter V-8 have a standard 3.73 axle ratio and an optional locking rear limited-slip differential.

Properly equipped, the Express can tow up to 10,000 pounds. The heavy-duty G-3500 is available for RV and commercial cutaway applications; it has an even longer wheelbase and a gross vehicle weight rating of up to 14,200 pounds. The 1500 has a GVWR of up to 7,300 pounds; it's 8,600 pounds for the 2500 and 9,600 pounds for the 3500.

For 2011, there is a new 3500 passenger van with a 260-horsepower, 6.6-liter Duramax diesel engine. Mechanical features include:

195-hp, 4.3-liter V-6 with 260 pounds-feet of torque
280-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 with 296 pounds-feet of torque
310-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 with 334 pounds-feet of torque
323-hp, 6.0-liter V-8 with 373 pounds-feet of torque
260-hp, turbo-diesel 6.6-liter V-8 with 460 pounds-feet of torque

For 2011, all Express cargo and passenger vans get a standard electronic stability system called StabiliTrak. Side curtain airbags are standard in all passenger vans and available in cargo models. Other standard safety features for all models include:

Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes
Lap/shoulder belts for all center seats

Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.3
Interior design 4.7
Performance 5.0
Value for the money 5.0
Exterior styling 4.7
Reliability 5.0

Most recent consumer reviews

Excellent vehicle

This is a very good vehicle. The six speed automatic transmission is very smooth. The v8 engine delivers very adequate power and surprisingly good gas mileage. It is quite comfortable to drive. The rear seats are very easy to remove.

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Great buy for the buck

May 29, 2012

By Family guy from Henderson, nv

Owns this car

I have a big family and was happy to find this van with more room than a full size suv and half the price. Gas mileage is about the same as a suburban but the out the door price was $25000 less and I can still pull the boat or travel trailer.

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Exactly what I expected

March 5, 2012

By Cars.com consumer from Virginia Beach, VA

Owns this car

The 3500 Express is a basic van to transport my larger family around town and on road trips. It's quality and reliability is exactly what we wanted. Long road trips are so much easier in this van than our previous conversion van. Being a Designated Driver for eleven of your friends has made the roads a lot safer.

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Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage: 5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms: 12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain: 6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required: 172-point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes

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