Vehicle Overview
The light-duty Chevrolet Silverado1500 was completely redesigned for 2014 but the heavy-duty Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD variants carry on for 2014; all-new versions will be available as 2015 models. Competitors include heavy-duty trucks from Ram and Ford.
New for 2014
Gas versions now come standard with a 4.10 rear axle ratio that improves off-the-line acceleration and raises the standard towing capacity to 13,000 pounds, which is up 4,500 pounds. Also available is a spray-on bedliner and a bi-fuel version of the 2500HD’s 6.0-liter V-8 that can run on gasoline or compressed natural gas.
Exterior Highlights
- Regular or crew cab
- Standard or long bed
- 17-inch wheels; 18- or 20-inch wheels available
- Front tow hooks
- Available spray-on bedliner
- Available dual rear wheels (3500HD)
- Available Z71 Off-Road Package
Interior Highlights
- Numerous storage spaces
- Vinyl, cloth or leather upholstery
- Front bench or bucket seats
- Air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Two 12-volt power outlets
- Available CD stereo
- Available Bluetooth connectivity
- Available navigation system
- Available power-sliding rear window
Under the Hood
- 6.0-liter gas V-8 engine makes 360 horsepower and 380 pounds-feet of torque; rated at 301 hp and 333 pounds-feet of torque when running on CNG
- 6.6-liter Duramax diesel V-8 makes 397 hp and 765 pounds-feet of torque
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- 36-gallon fuel tank
- Diesel engine’s exhaust brake provides greater control on downhill grades and reduced brake-pad wear
Safety Features
- All-disc antilock brakes
- Electronic stability system with traction control
- Trailer-sway control and hill-start assist
- Available backup camera
- Available OnStar emergency communication service
- Available side curtain airbags
- Available front-seat side-impact airbags
- Available rear parking sensors
