2004 Chevy Express Review
Price Estimate: $1,918 - $2,723

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Strong powertrains, dual-passenger access doors, multiple wheelbase and passenger configurations, optional all-wheel drive.
Cons
- Plasticky interior, handling still awkward despite improvements.
What’s new
Changes are minimal for 2004. An assist handle is now installed in the front passenger area. The driver-side visor will no longer include an illuminated mirror.
Edmunds says
The Express (and its twin, the GMC Savanna) is pretty much the only game in town if you're looking for a full-size van that doesn't look and drive like it was designed two decades ago.
For sale nearby
8 listings
- Photos not available
- 64,422 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Marthaler Chevrolet of Worthington (317 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Upgraded Engine
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Worthington, MN
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNFG15T641138468
Stock: WC1037A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-16-2025 - 122,818 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Old Towne Motors. (748 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Rear Bench Seats
- Towing Hitch
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Located in Petersburg, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GBFH15T041133129
Stock: 133129
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 11-25-2023
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded in Wisconsin.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Wisconsin
$243/mo for Express 1500
Express 1500
vs
$260/mo
Avg. Midsize Van
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Chevrolet Express Reviews
Owner Reviews
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4(19%)
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2(8%)
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Best Van Ever built
5 out of 5 starsRollin, 04/14/2009
2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
I purchased this van for work and pleasure , it has turned out to be my every day driver... I love it, my favorite thing about this van is the FUEL ECONOMY it is amazing i have the 5.3 vortec and loaded with about thousand pounds i get 20 - 22 mpg rollin down the highway at 75 85 mph,you cant beat it. Very comfortable and actually easy to park.
Better then SUV for a trailer and kids
4.75 out of 5 starsChris, 09/06/2005
2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
We needed the ability to tow a trailer and carry 7. All the SUVs we looked at had a back seat that you must get into like a 2 door car. All the small vans cannot tow a trailer. We found that conversion vans are the best fit. What a pleasure to drive and tow (its like the trailer is not there). This has lots of power - even on the hills a smoth ride and handles like a smaller … vehicle. We test drove the Ford and found it nice - but you never forgot you had a truck under you, also we could not get the 4th door. Gas mileage is not as bad as I feared - 13mpg with trailer, 19 on the open road,14/15 every day.
Still kicking at 190,000
5 out of 5 starscooldude5, 02/27/2014
2004 Chevrolet Express 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
I've had this van since 2006. It's been so good. I personally think it's more comfortable and prettier than the Fords. Very easy maintenance.
Comsumer Beware
2.75 out of 5 starsDisappointed, 04/04/2009
2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
While I like the design of the van especially the exterior look and the rear doors (hinges designed to maximize access/storage)I have been disappointed with the reliability. I have had to replace the fuel pump ($600), the water pump, and one of the side windows fell out, yes fell out ($1000). The mechanic told me (kingman az dealership) there is a design flaw in the fuel pump which … manifests itself primarily in higher elevation, hotter climates. He told me that Chevy knows but wont replace them. All these repairs were needed while the vehicle had less than 75,000 miles.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2004 Chevrolet Express, so we've included reviews for other years of the Express since its last redesign.
2004 Express Highlights
1500
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $25,400 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $243/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 204.0 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Express include:
- Stability Control
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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