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2020 Chevrolet Express

The 2020 Chevrolet Express represents the 24th model year of the nameplate. For 2020, the Express receives a few minor changes, which vary by model.

2020 Chevrolet Express Cargo Changes, Updates, New Features

  • New 8-speed automatic with diesel specific torque converter and centrifugal pendulum-type absorber
  • Changes to Enhanced Convenience Package
  • Front license plate kit is now standard
  • Deletion of Cargo Package
  • Electrical Provisions option deleted

2020 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Changes, Updates, New Features

  • Front License Plate kit is standard on all models
  • Airbags are now available on vehicles over 10,000 lbs. GVWR

2020 Chevrolet Express Passenger Changes, Updates, New Features

  • Front License Plate kit is standard on all models
  • New 8-speed transmission for diesel models, which includes a diesel-specific torque converter
  • Enhanced Convenience Package no longer includes outside heated power-adjustable, Black manual-folding mirrors
  • Deletion of Upfitter electrical provisions

See detailed 2020 Chevrolet Express changes, updates and new features here: 2020 Chevrolet Express change log.

The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may be different for other markets.

Body Styles

The 2020 Chevrolet Express will continue to be offered in three different body styles, including:

  • Cargo
  • Cutaway
  • Passenger

Powertrain

2020 Chevrolet Express Cargo & Passenger Powertrain
Engine Fuel Aspiration Drive Wheels Transmission Power (hp / kW @ RPM) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM) Axle Ratio
4.3L LV1 V6 Gasoline Atmospheric Rear-wheel drive 8-Speed Auto (M5U) 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 3.42
6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Gasoline Atmospheric Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 3.42
6.0L LC8 Vortec V8 LPG/CNG Atmospheric Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 3.42
2.8L LWN Duramax I4 Diesel Turbo Rear-Wheel Drive 8-Speed Auto (MQD) 181 / 135.03 @ 5400 369 / 498.15 @ 2000 3.42

The 2.8-Liter Duramax Turbodiesel engine is not available on Express Cutaway models. Additionally, while Express Cargo and Passenger models are only available with the standard 3.42 axle ratio, Cutaway models are also available with 3.73 and 4.10 axle ratios. Powertrain availability for 2020 Chevrolet Express Cutaway models is shown in the table below.

2020 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Powertrain
Model Engine Wheel Drive Transmission Power (hp / kW @ RPM) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM) Axle Ratio
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 4.3L LV1 V6 Rear-Wheel Drive 8-Speed Auto (M5U) 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 Standard 3.42, Available 3.73
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73
139-inch Wheelbase (TG33503) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 4.3L LV1 V6 Rear-Wheel Drive 8-Speed Auto (M5U) 276 / 205.9 @ 5200 298 / 402.3 @ 3900-5200 Standard 3.42, Available 3.73
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73, Standard 4.101
159-inch Wheelbase (TG33803) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Available 3.42, Available 3.73, Standard 4.101
179-inch Wheelbase (TG33903) 6.0L L96 Vortec V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 327 / 241.7 @ 4700 373 / 503.55 @ 4400 Standard 3.73, Standard 4.101
179-inch Wheelbase (TG33903) 6.0L LC8 V8 Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Auto (MYD) 282 / 210.37 @ 4800 320 / 432 @ 4400 Standard 3.73, Standard 4.101
  • 1 – Requires 4500 Van configuration

Platform

The 2020 Chevrolet Express continues to ride on the GM GMT 610 platform shared with the GMC Savana.

Production

The 2020 Chevrolet Express is assembled by GM USA at the GM Wentzville plant in Wentzville, Missouri, USA. The Express Cutaway is also produced by Navistar at its plant in Springfield, Ohio.

Availability

The 2020 Chevrolet Express follows the regular GM model year rollover sequence and launched in the third quarter of the 2019 calendar year in North America.

Beyond 2020

It is currently unclear when or if a next-generation Express will reach the market, though we know that the current model will continue to be sold through the 2023 calendar year. We expect the Chevrolet Express to continue receiving minor changes, updates, and improvements during that timeframe. A possible all-new replacement could arrive thereafter, potentially as an electric van.

Discussion

Discuss the 2020 Chevy Express in our Chevrolet forum.

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