Chevrolet Express 2500 vs GMC G3500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1996 GMC G3500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2500 | G35 STX |
| Body style | Van | Ext Van |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 1996 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 31 gal | 33 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 276 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 298 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.3 L | 5.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 239.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 10,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 3,280 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,261 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 135 in | 146 in (best) |
| Length | 224.1 in | 225 in (best) |
| Width | 79.3 in | 79.5 in (best) |
| Height | 84.8 in (best) | 82.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | GMC G3500G35 STX |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Express 2500 | GMC G3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2500 $42,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | G35 STX $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2500 $44,100 MSRP | — |
| 3 | LS 2500 $47,950 MSRP | — |
| 4 | LT 2500 $50,295 MSRP | — |