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2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 13–15 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Among the costliest van configurations to fuel, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger at a glance
The 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger covers 7 model years in the EPA database (26 configurations in all), rated 13–15 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $4,670 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (14 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and natural gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009; 2006 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 15 MPG, was reached in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Gas | 14 MPG | $4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 14 MPG | $4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $4,360–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $4,360–$4,670 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $4,360–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas, Natural gas | 14–15 MPG, 12 MPGe | $4,360–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 13–15 MPG | $4,360–$5,030 | First year |
What the 2009 Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$389
$4,670 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.78
Per 100 miles
$31.13
Five years
$23,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the van median
Same
Class median $4,670 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 14 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,670.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 15 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2008 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
14 MPG · $4,670/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 15 to 14 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,360 to $4,670, $310 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2007 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
14–15 MPG · $4,360–$4,670/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,360.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Express 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2006 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2005
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Chevrolet Express Passenger as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
2005 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
14–15 MPG · $4,360–$4,670/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,360.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 4.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
2004 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
14–15 MPG, 12 MPGe · $4,360–$4,670/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,360.
No fuel cost is shown for this fuel.
See natural gas configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 4.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Express 1500 | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
Natural gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. MPGe | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Bi-fuel) (Most efficient) | RWD | 11 | 15 | 12 | — |
| (dedicated CNG) | RWD | 11 | 15 | 12 | — |
No fuel cost is shown: there is no comparable official retail price series for natural gas.
2003 Chevrolet Express Passenger MPG
13–15 MPG · $4,360–$5,030/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express 1500/2500 4.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 4.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Express 1500 | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 16 | 13 | $5,030 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD: $6,350 in California and $4,070 in Texas, a $2,280 difference.
- California $6,350
- Washington $5,880
- New York $4,670
- Florida $4,410
- Texas $4,070
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger get?
EPA rates the 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger at 13–15 MPG combined across 26 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2007 Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 15 MPG (13 city, 17 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 13–15 MPG; Natural gas: 12 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger?
The Express 1500/2500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 15 MPG, in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. The lowest top rating, 14 MPG, was in 2008 and 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009. In 2006 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2002 Chevrolet Express Passenger) is rated 13–15 MPG combined and costs $4,360–$5,030 a year to fuel; the 2003-2009 model is rated 13–15 MPG and costs $4,360–$5,030 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $4,670 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $4,670 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger 100 miles?
About $31.13 per 100 miles for the Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD is rated 13 city and 16 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 3 MPG.
How does the 2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger compare with other van configurations?
The Express 1500 Passenger 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $4,670 a year to fuel, the same as the class median of $4,670, and less than 0 of 10 van configurations. The comparison covers all 26 rated van configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Express Passenger different from the 2008 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 14 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,670. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2009 against 4 configurations for 2008. See the 2008 Chevrolet Express Passenger for that year.