2020 Chevrolet Express: Here’s What’s New And Different
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Despite its age, the Chevrolet Express continues to perform very well in the marketplace. For the 2020 model year, the full-size line of vans—available in Cargo, Passenger and Cutaway variants—is getting several updates and changes. So without further ado, here’s what’s new for the 2020 Chevrolet Express.
Express Cargo
The 2020 Chevrolet Express Cargo deletes the optional Cargo Package (RPO Code A8X), which included the 6.0L V8 Vortec L96 engine, spray-in cargo liner and 12 months of GM Commercial Link. The package was previously optional on the 2500 models. In addition, the upfitter electrical provisions (5BV) are also deleted.
New features include an eight-speed automatic transmission for the 2.8L inline-four LWN turbo-diesel Duramax engine, in the form of a diesel-specific torque converter and centrifugal pendulum-type absorber.
Rounding out the changes is the addition of the front license plate kit as standard equipment, as well as the removal of the heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding outside mirrors (DE5) from the Enhanced Convenience Package.
To note, the 2020 Chevrolet Express Cargo is offered in the following four models, which carry over from the prior model year:
| Model | Model Code |
|---|---|
| G2500 Regular Wheelbase RWD | CG23405 |
| G2500 Extended Wheelbase RWD | CG23705 |
| G3500 Regular Wheelbase RWD | CG33405 |
| G3500 Extended Wheelbase RWD | CG33705 |
Express Passenger
The changes to the 2020 Chevrolet Express passenger are similar, including the deletion of electric provisions and the addition of the improved eight-speed automatic transmission for the 2.8L turbo-diesel inline-four Duramax engine, in the form of a diesel-specific torque converter and centrifugal pendulum-type absorber.
What’s more, the heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding outside mirrors (DE5) are deleted from the Enhanced Convenience Package. That package, only available on the 1LS model, now includes:
- Remote keyless entry
- Remote vehicle starter system
- Vortec 6.0L L96 V8 SFI engine
- 12 months of GM Commercial Link
- Heavy-duty trailering equipment
- Driver Convenience Package
Finally, the front license plate kit is now standard equipment.
The 2020 Chevrolet Express Passenger van is offered in the following three models, which carry over from the prior model year:
| Model | Model Code |
|---|---|
| G2500 Regular Wheelbase RWD | CG23406 |
| G3500 Regular Wheelbase RWD | CG33406 |
| G3500 Extended Wheelbase RWD | CG33706 |
Express Cutaway
Finally, the 2020 Chevrolet Express Cutaway adds the front license plate kit as standard. In addition, seat-mounted side-impact airbags for the driver and right-front passenger, as well as roof-rail mounted head-curtain side-impact airbags are now available on vehicles with a GVWR of over 10,000 pounds.
The 2020 Express cutaway is offered in the following five models, all of which carry over from 2019:
| Model | Model Code |
|---|---|
| 139" Wheelbase | CG33503 |
| 159" Wheelbase | CG33803 |
| 177" Wheelbase | CG33903 |
| 4500 Series 159" Wheelbase | CG33803 |
| 4500 Series 177" Wheelbase | CG33903 |
And that is all that’s new and different for the 2020 Chevrolet Express lineup. The Chevy Express vans date back to 1996. In 2003, the model received a refresh of sorts, that some consider as a second-generation, even though the underlying architecture remained the same. Hence, the 2020 Express represents the 25th model year of the vehicle. A replacement is rumored to be in the works via a future electric van, but nothing official has been announced at this point.
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Front license kit eh? What is that, like a $5 piece of plastic?
Nice of them to include that.
I agree, small stuff like that really is not enough for people to pay attention to, that could have easily been left out of the report in comparison to the updates with the engine and transmission setups.
Surprised that they haven’t done a new model yet on either the GMT-900, K2 or even the new T1. As reliable as these things are, they are just dinosaurs. BUT they do get the job done, and they are PURE profit for GM. The investment and tools and dies to build these were paid off decades ago.
2021 has a new body style coming out. They are doing away with the van as you know it. Going with the trend.
Sucks the ditched heated outside mirrors in the enhanced convenience package. I have that package in my 19 Express and it’s one of the best options. The mirrors are crucial since most don’t have windows behind the driver and when the mirrors freeze up changing lanes is a byotch.
A sturdy van that gets the job done. No update needed… it’s a van and it does a great job. GM has done a great job of updating the powertrains which is what counts the most.
Wish they were AWD by default. I’m having a hard time finding an AWD van in Texas! I can’t afford the 4×4 conversion.
Dont buy one they have terrible mexican painters and the paint will PEEL WITHIN 2 YEARS JUST LIKE THE 2010 MODELS made in Mexico usa
Best vehicle I’ve ever had. 3/4 ton gmc van . I damned near got 400.000 mi on it
If they start deleting equipment like this, it usually means there going to drop it soon
Prehaps as replacement is finally in the works even though details are sketchy, if they are talking a potential All Electric Van that could join the Express portfolio, they could make it compete against the All Electric Van that Rivian will provide for Amazon when it comes to the market for Fleet Sales.
when is chevy going to make a van you can stand up in
That makes perfect sense, hopefully GM has a Roof Height Option for their Next Generation Express considering that the RAM Promaster has been successfull with theirs.
Seriously they need to change the front grill up date ,,
I’ve heard both sides of the 4cyl diesel being available and not available in the Chev Express or the GMC Savana from reputable sources. How do you confirm the truth. I’ve held off updating my fleet hoping that it would be available soon. They are getting a little ragged but I’ll still wait to be sure.
how long dose it take the paint to peel?I’m guessing 2-3 years extremely disappointing also inadequate e-brake design please beloved Chevy make the owners proud to own you- only you have the power to turn this around
I’ve had nothing but Chevy’s for 30 plus years. But I wanted a high roof….. this sucks because I had to buy a ford.