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Summary
Though aging, the Chevy Silverado stands tall among a superb crop of newer full-size pickups. Roomy cabins, comfortable seats, a comfortable ride, and powerful engines make the Silverado a great work truck. The Hybrid option promises lower operating costs under certain conditions. A well-equipped LT Crew Cab can serve as a reasonable alternative to a family-size SUV.New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough contributed to this report.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD SWB Reg Cab ($15,840); 2WD SWB Ext Cab ($21,115); LS 2WD LWB Ext Cab ($26,565); LT 2WD LWB Ext Cab ($26,785); LS 4WD SWB Ext Cab ($27,250); LT 4WD LWB Ext Cab ($29,580); SS ($32,930); LT 4WD Crew Cab ($31,115) |
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Engines:
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4.8-liter ohv 16-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual-stage front airbags, four-wheel ABS with dynamic rear proportioning |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Pontiac, Michigan; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Oshawa, Ontario, Canada |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 2WD Short Box Extended Cab ($23,590) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic transmission; power steering; bodyside moldings; chrome front bumper; chrome rear step bumper; solar-ray light tinted glass; front air dam; cargo area lamps; recovery hooks; swing-out rear quarter windows; daytime running lights w/automatic exterior lamp control; intermittent wet-arm windshield wipers w/pulse washers; manual dual-zone air conditioning; AM/FM/CD audio w/seek-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume & RDS; electric rear-window defogger, driver information center; instrument panel w/speedometer, odometer w/trip odometer, voltmeter, tachometer, fuel level, engine temp & oil pressure gauges; illuminated entry feature; electrochromic rearview mirror w/8-point compass & outside temperature indicator; center fold-down armrest w/storage; assist handles (3); cupholders (4); dual front padded visors w/cloth trim, extenders & driver-side pocket; passenger side vanity mirror; cruise control; 12-volt accessory outlets (2); front 40/20/40 split-bench seat w/driver & passenger manual reclining & adjustable outboard head restraints; front seat storage pockets; folding, full-width rear bench seat; custom cloth upholstery; tilt steering column; black leather-wrapped steering wheel rim; Passlock theft deterrent system; remote keyless entry w/2 transmitters, panic button & content theft alarm |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Vortec 4800 V8 ($945); high capacity air cleaner ($25): power programmable door locks ($162); power windows and mirrors ($738); overhead mini console w/map lights;($55); |
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Destination Charge:
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875 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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26390 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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285 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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295 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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16/21 |
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Wheelbase:
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143.5 |
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Length/width/height:
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227.6/78.5/71.2 |
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Track, f/r:
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65.0/66.0 |
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Turning circle:
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46.6 |
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Seating capacity:
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6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.0/61.4/41.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.4/61.5/33.7 |
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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1583 |
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Towing capacity:
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6000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, upper and lower control arms, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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live axle, two-stage semi-elliptic leaf springs, gas-pressurized shocks |
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Ground clearance:
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8.0 |
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Curb weight:
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4617 |
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Tires:
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P245/70R17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS, Dynamic Rear Proportioning |
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Fuel capacity:
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26.0 |
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