2013 Chevrolet Express LT

The 2013 Express is Chevrolet's full-size van, the one you see on job sites and shuttle duty, built to haul people or cargo all day. It's a big van, but the steering is direct and the brakes feel strong, so it's easier to place in traffic than you'd expect. Inside, the cabin is plain and functional, with a high seating position and lots of room up front, though the seats are firm on long hauls. Owners report the Express is dependable and simple to work on, but some have dealt with electrical gremlins and a noisy ride. Stepping up to the LT gets you upgraded upholstery, power windows and locks, and a more car-like interior feel over the Work Van or LS. The 6.0L V8 makes 280 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, which moves the van's 6,406 pounds with authority but returns 13 mpg combined. The LT can be ordered with rear air conditioning and a heavy-duty trailering package, which adds a transmission oil cooler and a higher-capacity alternator.