Two months after unveiling the City Express at the Chicago auto show, Chevrolet is announcing that prices for its first venture into the cargo vanlet market will start at $22,950. If you’re thinking that the City Express is vaguely familiar, that’s because it is: It’s based on the Nissan NV200.
Yes, you read that correctly. Chevy’s move into this market is with what is basically a rebadged Nissan. For more on how in what world that works, read here; this post is strictly about the pricing part of the story, to wit:
The base LS model starts at $22,950 and boasts a 131-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a continuously variable transmission driving the front wheels. Features include dual rear-sliding doors, power windows, solid rear doors (tinted-glass windows are available), a center console storage with a center bin for storing file folders, a fold-down mobile workspace passenger seat, 20 interior cargo-mounting points, six floor-mounted D-rings, six exterior roof-rack mounting points, vinyl flooring, and a 12-volt power outlet.
Upgrade to the LT model (same powertrain as the LS) and for $24,510, you’ll get cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, backup sensors, remote keyless entry, and heated, power-adjustable exterior mirrors. The LT also is available with a tech package that includes a 5.8-inch touch-screen infotainment system with navigation, satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, and a rearview camera.
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The Chevy’s prices are higher than those of the NV200 by a not-inconsiderable amount: The NV200 S starts at $21,150 (a difference of $1800), while the NV200 SV starts at $22,140 (a difference of $2370). Comparing warranties, Chevy offers a 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty versus Nissan’s 5 years/60,000 miles; roadside assistance is the same as the powertrain warranty for both models. The Chevy also offers scheduled maintenance for two years or 24,000 miles covering up to four service events, including oil and filter changes, tire rotation, and a 27-point vehicle inspection.
Other than those differences, Chevy doesn’t seem to be offering much added content other than very minor interior bits and slightly snazzier front-end styling, sporting a bow tie.
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