The 2009 Chevrolet Express is a large van available either as a passenger van with seating for up to 15 individuals or a cargo van. There were three engine options: a 4.3L V6 delivering 195 hp, a 5.3L V8 producing 301 hp, and a 6.6L diesel V8 churning out 250 hp. All were mated to a four-speed automatic transmission with rear-wheel drive. Notably, the diesel variant was the first in its class to meet stringent emissions thresholds for 50 states, making it a clean and efficient alternative. While the van's cabin and technology options generally remained simple, key safety features included four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and stability control.