VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
HD is redesigned. Silverado HD is the heavy-duty version of Chevrolet's full-size Silverado 1500.
Silverado HDs offer three-quarter-ton 2500 and one-ton 3500 series in WT (Work Truck), LT, and luxury LTZ trim. Interiors come in "Pure Pickup" and "Luxury Inspired" designs. Cab styles are a 2-door regular, a 4-door extended cab with rear-access doors, and a crew cab with 4 full-size front-hinged doors. All can be ordered with front bucket seats or a 40/20/40 split bench. The extended and crew cab include a 3-person rear bench with a flip-up cushion that's split 60/40. The 2500 regular cab and 3500 regular and extended cab come only with an 8-foot "long" cargo bed. The 2500 extended and crew cab and 3500 crew cab also offer a 6.5-foot "short" bed.
Two engines are available. Standard on all is a 360-horsepower 6.0-liter V8. A 397-horsepower 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 is available. Both engines pair with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The diesel engine incorporates an exhaust-brake system that captures exhaust gases to assist in slowing the truck on steep descents. Maximum towing capacity is 21,700 pounds. Buyers can choose rear-wheel drive or one of two four-wheel-drive systems with low-range gearing: A part-time setup that is not designed for use on dry pavement, and a full-time system that can be. An automatic-locking rear differential is standard.
Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. Optional equipment includes an off-road package with an uprated suspension and chassis skid plates, rear-obstacle detection, remote engine start, power-adjustable pedals, and power-sliding rear window (except regular cabs). Also available is an "EZ Lift" tailgate-assist feature and bed-wall cargo rails with sliding anchorages for various accessories. Among other options are a swing-out bed extender, heated front seats, a touchscreen navigation system, and DVD entertainment. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
HD is redesigned. Silverado HD is the heavy-duty version of Chevrolet's full-size Silverado 1500.Silverado HDs offer three-quarter-ton 2500 and one-ton 3500 series in WT (Work Truck), LT, and luxury LTZ trim. Interiors come in "Pure Pickup" and "Luxury Inspired" designs. Cab styles are a 2-door regular, a 4-door extended cab with rear-access doors, and a crew cab with 4 full-size front-hinged doors. All can be ordered with front bucket seats or a 40/20/40 split bench. The extended and crew cab include a 3-person rear bench with a flip-up cushion that's split 60/40. The 2500 regular cab and 3500 regular and extended cab come only with an 8-foot "long" cargo bed. The 2500 extended and crew cab and 3500 crew cab also offer a 6.5-foot "short" bed.
Two engines are available. Standard on all is a 360-horsepower 6.0-liter V8. A 397-horsepower 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 is available. Both engines pair with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The diesel engine incorporates an exhaust-brake system that captures exhaust gases to assist in slowing the truck on steep descents. Maximum towing capacity is 21,700 pounds. Buyers can choose rear-wheel drive or one of two four-wheel-drive systems with low-range gearing: A part-time setup that is not designed for use on dry pavement, and a full-time system that can be. An automatic-locking rear differential is standard.
Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. Optional equipment includes an off-road package with an uprated suspension and chassis skid plates, rear-obstacle detection, remote engine start, power-adjustable pedals, and power-sliding rear window (except regular cabs). Also available is an "EZ Lift" tailgate-assist feature and bed-wall cargo rails with sliding anchorages for various accessories. Among other options are a swing-out bed extender, heated front seats, a touchscreen navigation system, and DVD entertainment. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
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