2022 Chevrolet Express 3500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500 is essentially a carryover, with no redesign or mechanical overhaul. The main change is a naming update: the regular-wheelbase passenger trims continue as LS Regular and LT Regular.
About the 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500
Original Express generation introduced for 1996; 2022 is a very late-cycle year with no major refresh.
Chevrolet positions the Express 3500 as a simple, heavy-duty full-size van built to work. In cargo form, it is a low-roof commercial van with a big, boxy load area and straightforward upfit potential. In passenger form, it is a people mover for shuttle, church, school, mobility, and fleet use. Its main appeal is proven durability, strong towing ability, regular or extended lengths, and a familiar design that prioritizes function over modern styling or tech.
The Express 3500 remains a simple, heavy-duty work van and people mover offered in regular- and extended-wheelbase forms. Cargo versions provide 239.4 or 283.6 cubic feet of space, while passenger versions seat 12 or 15 people. LT passenger vans add cloth seats, carpeting, keyless entry, Forward Collision Alert, and Lane Departure Warning.
What changed, by category
2022 Chevrolet Express 3500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, 6.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 181–401 hp | 181–401 hp | 181–401 hp | 181–401 hp | 181–401 hp | 181–401 hp |
| Torque | 298–464 lb-ft | 298–464 lb-ft | 298–464 lb-ft | 298–464 lb-ft | 298–464 lb-ft | 298–464 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7400 lb | 7200 lb | 9600 lb | 9600 lb | 9200 lb | 9200 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 239.4 cu-ft | 283.6 cu-ft | 218.5 cu-ft | 218.5 cu-ft | 255.5 cu-ft | 255.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 15 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500?
Very little changed for 2022. The regular-wheelbase passenger trims adopted the LS Regular and LT Regular names, while the van otherwise carried over without a redesign or mechanical overhaul.
Were the LS and LT trims discontinued for 2022?
No. The prior LS and LT regular-wheelbase passenger trims continued under the clearer LS Regular and LT Regular names.
Did the 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500 get new engines?
No. Its existing gas and diesel engine choices carried over, along with rear-wheel drive.
Did the 2022 Express 3500 receive a new safety suite?
No. There was no new safety suite across the lineup. LT Regular and LT Extended passenger vans still include Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning.
Is the 2022 Express 3500 a major upgrade over the 2021 model?
No. The 2022 model is not a meaningful upgrade based on product changes alone; its clearest difference is the revised naming for the regular-wheelbase passenger trims.