2019 Chevrolet Express 3500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 received a light safety update rather than a redesign. Chevrolet added optional Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning, while the body, cabin, and core powertrain setup largely carried over.
About the 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500
2003-updated Express generation, very late-cycle year with only minor feature updates for 2019.
The Express 3500 is Chevrolet’s old-school full-size van for businesses, churches, shuttle operators, and contractors who need heavy-duty payload, towing, and a body that is easy to upfit. Chevrolet’s fleet material pitches the Express line around versatility, straightforward utility, and multiple body styles rather than modern cabin tech. Passenger versions focus on moving large groups, while cargo versions focus on tools, freight, shelves, and work use in a proven low-roof body.
The 2019 Express 3500 remains a work-focused cargo van or a 12-passenger shuttle, with regular- and extended-length versions serving different space needs. Cargo vans have tie-downs, a washable vinyl floor, and LED cargo lighting, while passenger models range from the durable LS to the more comfortable LT with cloth seats, carpeting, rear air conditioning, and keyless entry. The core setup is a 4.3-liter V6 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
What changed, by category
2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V6, 4.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V6, 4.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter / V8, 6.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel / Gas / Diesel | Flexible Fuel / Diesel / Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Flexible Fuel / Gas / Diesel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 181–341 hp | 181–341 hp | 181–341 hp | 181–341 hp | 181–341 hp | 181–341 hp |
| Torque | 298–373 lb-ft | 298–373 lb-ft | 298–373 lb-ft | 298–373 lb-ft | 298–373 lb-ft | 298–373 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 9600 lb | 9600 lb | 7400 lb | 7200 lb | 9200 lb | 9200 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 216.2 cu-ft | 216.2 cu-ft | 270.4 cu-ft | 313.9 cu-ft | 252.8 cu-ft | 252.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | ||
| Seats | 12 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 15 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500?
The main change for 2019 was the addition of optional Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning. The body, cabin layout, and core powertrain setup otherwise remained much the same as in 2018.
Was the 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 redesigned?
No, the 2019 Express 3500 was not redesigned. It remained part of the long-running Express generation and received only a small safety-equipment update.
Does every 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 have forward-collision and lane-departure warnings?
No, Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning were optional for 2019, not standard on every Express 3500. A specific used van should be checked for this equipment.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 much different from the 2018 model?
No, the 2019 model is very similar to the 2018 Express 3500. Its meaningful update was optional forward-collision and lane-departure warning technology; there was no major styling, cabin, infotainment, or chassis overhaul.
What versions of the 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500 were offered?
The 2019 Express 3500 came in regular- and extended-length cargo versions, plus 12-passenger LS and LT models in regular- and extended-length forms. The LS emphasizes durable, easy-clean materials, while the LT adds cloth seating, carpeting, and extra convenience features.