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Regular wheelbase 2010 Chevrolet 2010 Ford 2010 Dodge
Express 2500 E-250 Sprinter 2500
Cargo Van Cargo Van Cargo Van
Performance Specifications
Base Engine
4.8L OHV V8
4.6L SOHC V8 3.0L DOHC V6
turbo diesel
Horsepower
285 @ 5200
225 @ 4800 154 @ 3400
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm
294 @ 4500
286 @ 3500 280 @ 1200
Available Engine
6.0L OHV V8
5.4L SOHC V8 –
Horsepower
319 @ 4600
255 @ 4500 –
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm
367 @ 4400
350 @ 2500 –
Available Engine
6.6L V8 Diesel
– –
Horsepower
250 @ 3200
– –
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm
460 @ 1600
– –
Std. Transmission
6-speed auto.
4-speed auto. 5-speed auto.
Optional rear differential
Locking Ltd. Slip
–
Drivetrain Front engine/ Front engine/ Front engine/
rear-wheel drive rear-wheel drive rear-wheel drive
Suspension, f/r Independent Independent Independent
Double A-arm/
Twin I-Beam/ strut/
Multileaf spring Multileaf spring Multileaf spring
Steering Type Power
Power Power
recirc. ball recirc. ball rack-and-pinion
GVWR
(max. kg/lb.)
1
3,901/8,600 4 073/8,979 3,878/8,550
Payload
(kg/lb.)
, base
1
1,480/3,262 1,601/3,530 1,708/3,766
Towing Cap.
2
(max. kg/lb.)
4,536/10,000
2,676/5,900 2,268/5,000
Fuel Capacity
(L/gal.)
117/25.7 132/29 98/21
Dimensions and Interior Volume
(in mm/inches unless otherwise indicated)
Wheelbase 3,429/135.0 3,505/138.0 3,665/144.3
Base Curb Weight
(kg/lb.)
2,276/5,018 2,410/5,313 2,170/4,784
Overall Length 5,692/224.1 5,504/216.7 5,911/232.6
Overall Width 2,017/79.4 2,017/79.4 2,024/79.7
Overall Height 2,073/81.6 2,154/84.8 2,446/96.3*
Head Room 1,021/40.2 1,067/42.0 1,189/46.8
Leg Room
1,049/41.3
1,016/40.0 963/37.9
Hip Room 1,664/65.5 1,666/65.6 1,643/64.7
Shoulder Room
1,748/68.8
1,730/68.1 1,715/67.5
Load Floor Length 3,246/127.8 3,061/120.5 3,266/128.6
Cargo Volume
(L/cu. ft.)
7,569/267.3 7,263/256.5 9,089/321.0*
Vehicle Features
Tow/haul mode
Std.
Opt. NA
Driver Information Centre
Std.
Opt. NA
Remote Vehicle Start
Opt.
NA NA
Compass
Opt.
NA NA
Driver-side cargo doors Opt. NA Opt. sliding
Side access panels
Opt.
NA NA
Rear step bumper
Std.
Opt. Opt.
Full-length boxed frame
Std.
NA NA
Enhanced Lighting Pkg. Opt. NA Opt.
Composite rear cap
Std.
NA NA
Signaling mirrors
Opt.
NA NA
Powertrain Warranty
(yr/km)
5/
160,000
5/100,000 5/100,000
* Base model listed. High roof and Mega roof models are available
1 Capacities and weight ratings are dependent upon model, engine, transmission and GVWR
combinations. See product specifications for details.
Keys to Learning
Power and Performance
– 5 engine choices offering 195—323 hp
– FlexFuel on all Passenger and Cargo Vans (except V6 Cargo)
– Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel V8 available on Cargo Van
– 4-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul mode
– 6-speed heavy-duty automatic transmission on 2500/3500
– Rear-wheel drive or exclusive available all-wheel drive (1500)
– 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
Comfort and Convenience
– 8-, 12-, or 15-passenger seating in Passenger Vans
– Exclusive
3
available driver-side 60/40 swing-out side door
on Cargo van
– Wide-opening rear doors
– Available Remote Vehicle Starter System
– Up to 8,971 litres (316.8 cu.ft.) of cargo volume
– Exclusive
3
available Express Access side-access panels
– Exclusive
3
available Enhanced Lighting Package
Ride and Handling
– Choice of two wheelbase lengths
– Short- and long-arm independent front suspension
– 17-inch tires and wheels on 1500 Passenger and Cargo vans
Quality, Reliability and Durability
– The Best Coverage in Canada
– Full-length fully boxed frame (Cargo/Passenger)
– Oil Life Monitoring System
– Battery rundown protection
– Multiplex electrical system
– Long-life components
– Composite rear body corners and protective halo
Safety and Security
– Five-star government frontal crash test rating
– Dual-stage air bags available on 1500 models (dual air bags
standard on all models)
– Head curtain side-impact air bags standard on Passenger
Van, available on Cargo Van
– Standard StabiliTrak on all Passenger Vans
– Electronic immobilizer vehicle theft-deterrent system
– Rear taillamps visible when rear doors are open
2. See the Chevrolet Trailering Guide for further details.
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2010 Express
Quick Facts
• Walkaround Summary
• Competitive Comparison
• Keys to Learning
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