Chevrolet Express 2500 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Chevrolet Express 2500 model year from 1996 to 2018 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Express 2500 has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2018 (up to 25 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Chevrolet Express 2500 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 25 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $14,982 | 21 listings |
| 2017 | 13 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl | $16,476 | 52 listings |
| 2016 | 13 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl | $13,748 | 30 listings |
| 2015 | 12–13 MPG | 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | $18,148 | 19 listings |
| 2014 | 12–13 MPG | 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 12–13 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 12–13 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 12–13 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 14–17 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 14 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 14 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 14–15 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 15 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 14–15 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 13–14 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 14 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 14–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 13–15 MPG | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
2018 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2018 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 25 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $14,982 on VehiSales (21 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Express Cargo Van | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 24 | 26 | 25 MPG |
2017 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2017 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 1 version (6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $16,476 on VehiSales (52 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2016 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2016 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 1 version (6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $13,748 on VehiSales (30 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2015 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2015 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $18,148 on VehiSales (19 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 17 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2014 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2014 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 17 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2013 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2013 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 17 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2012 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2012 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 17 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 15 | 12 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2011 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2011 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Passenger | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 11 | 17 | 13 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 16 | 12 MPG |
| Express 2500 2WD Cargo | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 10 | 16 | 12 MPG |
2010 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2010 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 7 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500 2WD Cargo | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Express 1500 2WD Cargo | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500 AWD Passenger | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 AWD Conversion Cargo | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 AWD Cargo | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 2WD Passenger | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 2WD Conversion Cargo | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2009 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2009 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500 AWD Passenger | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 15 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 2WD Passenger | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500 AWD Passenger | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2008 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2008 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2007 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2007 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2006 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2006 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2005 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2005 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2004 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2004 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2003 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2003 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2002 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2002 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2001 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2001 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2000 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 2000 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1999 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 1999 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1998 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 1998 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1997 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 1997 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1996 Chevrolet Express 2500: engines & MPG
The 1996 Express 2500 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Express 1500/2500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Chevrolet Express 2500 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Express 2500 range from 13 to 25 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2018 model year.
What engines does the 2018 Chevrolet Express 2500 have?
The 2018 Express 2500 was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl engines — see the 2018 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Chevrolet Express 2500 require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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