2014 Chevrolet Express 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Chevrolet Express 2500 is a light-update year, not a redesign. The main change is that power windows and power door locks became standard across the lineup.
About the 2014 Chevrolet Express 2500
1st generation Express/Savana platform, very late-cycle year; 2014 is a minor-update year rather than a redesign or major refresh.
The Express 2500 is Chevrolet’s traditional full-size van for buyers who need a simple, durable tool more than a modern cabin. Chevrolet sells it on proven V8 power, strong towing, easy upfitting, and flexible cargo or passenger layouts. Compared with newer rivals, its edge is familiarity and heavy-duty work capability: a straightforward van that can haul tools, equipment, or a full group of passengers without asking buyers to learn a more complex platform.
The 2014 Express 2500 remains a work-focused full-size van in cargo and 12-passenger forms. The diesel cargo model pairs a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8 with a maximum towing capacity of 10,000 pounds, while the passenger-focused LT adds rear air conditioning, rear heat, cloth upholstery, and cruise control.
What changed, by category
2014 Chevrolet Express 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, CNG, 6.0L / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, CNG, 6.0L / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, CNG, 6.0 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter | V8, CNG, 6.0 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive | Auto, 6-Spd HD Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Natural Gas / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Natural Gas / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel | Natural Gas / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel |
| MPG City | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | 10 mpg | 10 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 282–342 hp | 282–342 hp | 280–342 hp | 260 hp | 280–342 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 320–373 lb-ft | 320–373 lb-ft | 320–373 lb-ft | 525 lb-ft | 320–373 lb-ft | 525 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 9800 lb | 9800 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb | 10000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 216.2 cu-ft | 216.2 cu-ft | 270.4 cu-ft | 270.4 cu-ft | 313.9 cu-ft | 313.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | ||||
| Seats | 12 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Cruise Control | ||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||
| AM/FM Radio | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
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| USB Ports | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2014 Chevrolet Express 2500?
The biggest change is standard power windows and power door locks across the 2014 Express lineup. This applies to cargo, passenger, and commercial cutaway models.
Was the 2014 Chevrolet Express 2500 redesigned?
No. The 2014 Express 2500 is a minor-update model from the van’s long-running first generation, with equipment, seating-layout, and powertrain changes rather than a full redesign.
Did the 2014 Chevrolet Express 2500 add a Crew Cargo model?
Yes. A new five-passenger Crew Cargo configuration joined the 2014 cargo-van lineup, providing extra seating while retaining a cargo-focused layout.
Did the 2014 Express 2500 passenger van offer natural-gas power?
Yes. Natural-gas versions joined the 2014 LS and LT passenger-van lineups, using a 6.0-liter V8.
What changed on the 2014 Express 2500 passenger vans?
Passenger vans gained standard power windows, power door locks, and OnStar for 2014. Navigation and satellite radio changed from standard to optional on the LS and LT, and natural-gas power joined both trims.