Is Chevy getting rid of the Express van?
Yes. Chevrolet has confirmed it will retire the Express van, along with its GMC Savana twin, after the 2024 model year, signaling the end of the long-running body-on-frame full-size van in North America. The move reflects shifting market demand and a broader industry pivot toward newer, often electrified commercial offerings.
What happened and why
The decision to discontinue the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana—two aging, rear- or all-wheel-drive workhorse vans—follows years of dwindling demand for the traditional full-size van in the U.S. and Canada. GM has indicated that the current platform is aging and that resources will be redirected toward next-generation, electrified commercial vehicles rather than updating the old design.
Timeline at a glance
The key milestones surrounding the closure of the Express/Savana era can be summarized as follows:
- 2023: Chevrolet and GMC disclose plans to end production of the Express and Savana after the 2024 model year.
- 2024: The 2024 model year becomes the final year for both vans in North America.
- 2025 and beyond: GM has not announced a direct, in-brand successor for the Express/Savana in the U.S. market; the company is prioritizing newer platforms and electrified options for commercial customers.
In short, the Express/Savana generation is being retired, with no immediate, in-brand replacement announced for Chevrolet or GMC in the near term. Fleet buyers and dealers are adjusting to a market that features stronger competition from rivals and a growing emphasis on electric delivery solutions.
Alternatives for buyers and fleets
For operators who need a full-size van now, several non-GM options have long dominated the segment. The most common choices in North America are:
- Ford Transit: The market leader with an extensive lineup of cargo, passenger, and all-wheel-drive variants, plus a broad dealer and service network.
- Ram ProMaster: Known for its front-wheel-drive layout, wide range of lengths and roof heights, and solid fleet support.
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: A premium, highly customizable option with multiple powertrains, including diesel and upcoming electric variants, and a global service network.
Dealers advise considering payload, length, roof height, drivetrain, and total cost of ownership when choosing among these rivals. Used Express vans may still be available on the market for a time, but availability will wane as new-vehicle inventories shrink and fleets refresh with newer platforms.
What to watch next
GM has not publicly outlined a direct replacement for the Express/Savana in the U.S. market as of now. The company is prioritizing electrified commercial solutions and potential new programs that could eventually fill the void, but any future Chevrolet or GMC van offering will likely come under a different platform or branding. For now, fleets will evaluate the stated alternatives and wait for official announcements on any forthcoming GM van initiatives.
Summary
The Chevrolet Express—and its GMC Savana counterpart—are being retired after the 2024 model year, marking the end of an era for GM’s traditional full-size vans in North America. There is no confirmed in-brand replacement yet, so buyers and fleets are turning to rivals like the Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter while GM reorients its commercial-vehicle strategy toward newer, electrified offerings. Used Express vans may still appear on the market for a time, but their availability will decline as the fleet market shifts toward alternative solutions.
