Chevrolet Exress 1500 Cargo Van a Thing of the Past
April 27, 2015The Chevrolet Express Cargo Van (and the GMC Savana Cargo Van) have been the "go-to" van for many business owners for years now. It's simple, easy to operate and has been around so long, it's become the "norm". However, with a few notable changes for 2015, the Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana may no longer be the perfect fit for you that it once was. By limiting engine and Weight Class choices Chevrolet may have handed Nissan a leg up on the competition.
For 2015 the Chevrolet Express 1500 and the 4.3L V6 Engine is no longer available. The new staple for Chevrolet Cargo Vans will be the 2500 Series Express Van with the 4.8L V8. Most businesses out there do not need the increased payload of the 2500 nor do they need a V8 engine, both options which will now cost you more. This is where Nissan's NV 1500 Cargo Van can fill that hole nicely. Equipped with a 4.0L V6 and touting 261 Horsepower and 281 lb. ft. of torque, the Nissan NV 1500 offers businesses a "half-ton" cargo van with considerable power and fuel efficiency.
When you consider the loss of this 1500 Model, the question has to be asked - what else does the Nissan have the Chevrolet Express doesn't? Here's a list of some differences between the Nissan NV and Chevrolet Express.
| Nissan NV | Chevrolet Express | |
| 1500 Series | Available | Not Even Available! |
| Fuel Efficient V6 Engine | Available | Not Even Available! |
| High Roof Option | Available | Not Even Available! |
| Sliding Side Cargo Door | Standard | More $$$ |
| Wide Opening Rear Cargo Doors | Standard | Not Even Available! |
| Shelf Mounting Points | Standard | Not Even Available! |
| Cloth Seats | Standard | More $$$ |
| Center Console | Available | Not Even Available! |
| Bumper to Bumper Warranty (Miles) | 100,000 | 36,000 |
| Bumper to Bumper Warranty (Years) | 5 | 3 |
| No Cost Shelving Packages? | Absolutely! | Not so Much |
If you drive a Chevrolet Express in Northern California you owe it to yourself to touch base with us here at Nissan of Vacaville. As the #1 Nissan Commercial Van Retailer in all of California, we have the inventory, expertise and experience to be your one stop shop for cargo vans, work trucks and more. Our Fleet Manager Scott Foy has been with Nissan since the first days of the NV's being available and is ready to serve you 6 days a week!
Please click here for more information or call Scott Foy directly at 888-708-2498 for more information.
