2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid Review by Cars.com Staff

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid

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2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid

Starting MSRP $41,135–$51,490


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By Cars.com Staff

Cars.com National August 6, 2012

Vehicle Overview

The Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid is a half-ton pickup truck that achieves better overall fuel economy than a gas-powered Silverado, but it can still pull a 6,100-pound trailer. Available exclusively in the crew-cab body style, the Silverado Hybrid can seat up to six people and is expected to use one-quarter less gas than a regular Silverado.

New for 2013

There are no significant changes for 2013.

Exterior

In passing, the Silverado Hybrid doesn't look much different from its gas-only sibling except for hybrid badges on the front fenders and the tailgate. Exterior features include:

  • Low-rolling-resistance tires
  • 18-inch wheels
  • Deeper front air dam than regular Silverado
  • Standard tonneau cover 
  • Available power tilt/sliding sunroof

Interior

Depending on the Silverado Hybrid's seating configuration, the crew cab can seat five or six people. Interior features include:

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Gauge tracks optimal fuel economy
  • Hybrid badge on tachometer
  • Available leather seats
  • Available navigation system
  • Available Bose premium stereo

Under the Hood

The Silverado Hybrid's 6.0-liter V-8 teams with GM's Electrically Variable Transmission, which integrates two electric motors into the transmission housing. Those motors are powered by a 300-volt hybrid battery pack under the backseat. With this system, the truck can accelerate on electric power alone like the Toyota Prius and other hybrids.

The rear-wheel-drive Silverado Hybrid can tow up to 6,100 pounds, while the four-wheel-drive model can pull 5,900 pounds. Both figures trail the maximum ratings of the regular crew cab by significant margins. Additional mechanical features include:

  • Cylinder deactivation
  • Regenerative braking

Safety

Safety features include:

  • Antilock brakes
  • Electronic stability system
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Available backup camera
  • Available rear parking sensors

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