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Shown: Chevrolet Express 3500. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG & Fuel Cost

5 model years · 12–17 MPG combined

16 MPG
Combined
14 MPG
City
19 MPG
Highway
Annual fuel cost · Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD
$4,180

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 van configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

Previous generation: 2004 Next generation: 2015

2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo at a glance

The 2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo covers 5 model years in the EPA database (33 configurations in all), rated 12–17 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $4,180 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD (16 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The best combined rating in the generation, 17 MPG, was reached in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013.

2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo by model year

2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model yearPowertrainsCombined$/yrEPA ratings
2014 Gas 12–16 MPG $4,180–$5,440 Ratings changed
2013 Gas 12–17 MPG $3,880–$5,440 Ratings changed
2012 Gas 12–17 MPG $3,880–$5,660 Ratings changed
2011 Gas 12–17 MPG $3,880–$5,320 Ratings changed
2010 Gas 14–17 MPG $3,840–$4,670 First year

What the 2014 Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive

Per month

$348

$4,180 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$6.97

Per 100 miles

$27.87

Five years

$20,900

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the van median

$500less a year

Class median $4,680 a year, MY2014

Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG

Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 16 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,880 to $4,180, $300 more.

Gas · 4.3L, 5.3L, 6.0L
Combined
12–16 MPG
Per year
$4,180–$5,440

Gas configurations (6)

2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 19 16 $4,180
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 18 15 $4,400
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 17 14 $4,550
Express 2500 Conversion Cargo 6.0L 8-cyl RWD 10 15 12 $5,440

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2013 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG

12–17 MPG · $3,880–$5,440/yr

Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,880.

Gas · 4.3L, 5.3L, 6.0L
Combined
12–17 MPG
Per year
$3,880–$5,440

Gas configurations (6)

2013 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,880
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 18 15 $4,400
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 17 14 $4,550
Express 2500 Conversion Cargo 6.0L 8-cyl RWD 10 15 12 $5,440

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2012 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG

12–17 MPG · $3,880–$5,660/yr

Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,880.

Gas · 4.3L, 5.3L, 6.0L
Combined
12–17 MPG
Per year
$3,880–$5,660

Gas configurations (8)

2012 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,880
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 18 15 $4,400
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 17 14 $4,550
Express 2500 Conversion Cargo 6.0L 8-cyl RWD 10 15 12 $5,440
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2012 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+2)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 2500 Cargo6.0L 8-cylRWD101512$5,440
Express 3500 Cargo6.0L 8-cylRWD101412$5,660

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2011 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG

12–17 MPG · $3,880–$5,320/yr

Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,880, $40 more.

Gas · 4.3L, 5.3L, 6.0L
Combined
12–17 MPG
Per year
$3,880–$5,320

Gas configurations (8)

2011 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,880
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 18 15 $4,400
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,540
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 17 14 $4,550
Express 2500 Conversion Cargo 6.0L 8-cyl RWD 10 16 12 $5,320
Show 0 more configurations
2011 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+2)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 2500 Cargo6.0L 8-cylRWD101612$5,320
Express 3500 Cargo6.0L 8-cylRWD101612$5,320

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2010 Chevrolet Express Cargo MPG

14–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,670/yr
Gas · 4.3L, 5.3L
Combined
14–17 MPG
Per year
$3,840–$4,670

Gas configurations (5)

2010 Chevrolet Express Cargo gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,840
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 18 15 $4,360
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 5.3L 8-cyl RWD 13 17 14 $4,670
Express 1500 Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,670
Express 1500 Conversion Cargo 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 5.3L 8-cyl AWD 13 17 14 $4,670

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

Fuel cost by state

Yearly cost of the Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD: $5,690 in California and $3,650 in Texas, a $2,040 difference.

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).
Fuel cost in every state

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EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

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Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo get?

EPA rates the 2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo at 12–17 MPG combined across 33 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 17 MPG (15 city, 20 highway).

Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo?

The Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 17 MPG, in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2014.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,180 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $4,180–$5,440 a year. That is a $1,260 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.

How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo 100 miles?

About $27.87 per 100 miles for the Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $27.87 and $36.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo more efficient in the city or on the highway?

The Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD is rated 14 city and 19 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.

How does the 2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo compare with other van configurations?

The Express 1500 Cargo 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,180 a year to fuel, $500 less than the class median of $4,680, and less than 9 of 10 van configurations. The comparison covers all 34 rated van configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo different from the 2013 model?

The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 16 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,880 to $4,180, $300 more. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2014 against 6 configurations for 2013. See the 2013 Chevrolet Express Cargo for that year.