2005
Chevrolet Silverado 3500

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$28,665
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Available trims

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  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB DRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $28,665
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,532 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD DRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $29,155
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,673 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB DRW
    Starts at
    $29,320
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,532 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD SRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $29,410
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    4,173 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD DRW
    Starts at
    $29,810
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,673 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD SRW
    Starts at
    $30,005
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    4,173 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB DRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $30,765
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,332 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB DRW LS
    Starts at
    $31,005
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,532 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD DRW LS
    Starts at
    $31,405
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,673 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB DRW
    Starts at
    $31,420
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,332 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Reg Cab 133" WB 4WD SRW LS
    Starts at
    $31,660
    Seat capacity
    3
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    4,173 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD DRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $31,755
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,231 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD SRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $31,960
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,731 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD DRW
    Starts at
    $32,410
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,231 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD SRW
    Starts at
    $32,555
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,731 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB DRW LS
    Starts at
    $32,965
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,332 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD DRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $33,855
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,030 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD DRW LS
    Starts at
    $34,130
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,231 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD SRW Wrk Trk
    Starts at
    $34,310
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD SRW LS
    Starts at
    $34,340
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,731 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD DRW
    Starts at
    $34,510
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,030 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD SRW
    Starts at
    $34,905
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB DRW LT
    Starts at
    $35,900
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,532 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD DRW LS
    Starts at
    $36,055
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,030 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD SRW LS
    Starts at
    $36,490
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB DRW LT
    Starts at
    $38,100
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,332 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD SRW LT
    Starts at
    $38,300
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,731 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Ext Cab 157.5" WB 4WD DRW LT
    Starts at
    $39,180
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,231 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD SRW LT
    Starts at
    $40,685
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    3,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs
  • Crew Cab 167" WB 4WD DRW LT
    Starts at
    $41,345
    Seat capacity
    6
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    5,030 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
    See all specs

Notable features

  • Half- , three-quarter- and one-ton capacities
  • Heavy-duty versions available
  • RWD or 4WD
  • V-6, V-8 and diesel V-8 engines
  • Available Quadrasteer four-wheel steering
  • Gasoline/electric hybrid model

The good & the bad

The good

  • Performance with gasoline V-8
  • Instrument layout
  • Quietness
  • Solid construction
  • Smooth operation of hybrid powertrain

The bad

  • Ride comfort
  • Fuel economy
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
Frontal passenger
Nhtsa rollover rating

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
10 years or newer / up to 100,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles Bumper-to-Bumper Limited
Dealer certification
126-point inspection
See all CPO program details

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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 2 reviews
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Comfort
4.5
Interior
4.5
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.5

Most recent

  • By Riglit from Lemont Furnace
    Owns this car
    September 22, 2020

    It's a goat!

    Best truck on the road! Heart beat of America since Chevrolet has been on the road. Surely will beat Dodge, Ford, Nissan, Toyota, and any other truck created in the future.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Elfie from Bremerton Washington
    Owns this car
    November 27, 2019

    Great ride.love it

    Love the Duramax Diesel for towing as well as I've had zero issues I've had to replace one high pressure line to my power steering pump and two batteries in the entire time that I have owned it
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

The 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is available in 12 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • DRW (3 styles)
  • DRW LS (3 styles)
  • DRW LT (2 styles)
  • DRW Wrk Trk (3 styles)
  • LS (2 styles)
  • LT (2 styles)
  • SRW (3 styles)
  • SRW LS (3 styles)
  • SRW LT (2 styles)
  • SRW Wrk Trk (3 styles)
  • Wrk Trk (2 styles)

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Is the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 reliable?

The 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 owners.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5
Based on 2 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.5

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