2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 Specs and Features

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Trim-Specific Features Please note: Features to the right may be in addition to, or in place of, features in other trim levels. Fleet and government order content varies. See your dealer for details.	WT	LT
	Vortec 4.3L V6 engine	Vortec 4.8L V8 engine
	Available Vortec 4.8L and 5.3L V8 engines	Available Vortec 5.3L V8 engine
	Z83 Solid Smooth Ride suspension	Z85 Handling/Trailering suspension
	Manual shift-on-the-fly transfer case	Autotrac active transfer case
	StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System	1,566-lb. standard payload(3)
	1,693-lb. standard payload(3)	MP3-compatible CD player
	AM/FM radio	SiriusXM Satellite Radio(4) with three trial months
	Single-zone manual temperature control	Power-adjustable, heated outside mirrors

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Vehicle Key Features	WT	LT
LS Package 17" chrome styled-steel wheels and chrome-surround grille and front bumper.	Available	Not available
Chrome Essentials Package(6) Polished exhaust tip; chrome recovery hooks, door handles and mirror caps; 18" chrome-clad aluminum wheels; and chrome tubular assist steps.	Not available	Available
Automatic locking rear differential Sends power to the wheel with grip.	Available	Available
Four-wheel antilock brakes Help maintain steering control during hard braking.	Standard	Standard
26-gallon fuel tank (approx.) A large tank so you can stop less often.	Standard	Standard
Trailering Package With all the features you need to tow with confidence.	Available	Available
Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package The ultimate off-road equipment for Silverado.	Not available	Available
Bluetooth® wireless technology(8) for select phones Lets you answer and end calls without touching your mobile phone.	Available	Available
Six air bags(9) Help keep you safe.	Standard	Standard
OnStar(10) with Directions & Connections Plan for the first six months Stay protected and connected with the touch of a button.	Available	Standard
Interior Plus Package(13) Six-way power-adjustable driver seat, CD/MP3 player and USB port(5), steering wheel-mounted audio controls, Bluetooth® wireless technology(8) for select phones, dual-zone automatic temperature controls, EZ Lift locking tailgate and foglamps.	Not available	Available

Powertrain

Powertrain	WT	LT
Standard Engine	Gas V6	Gas/Ethanol V8
Displacement (liters/ cu in.)	4.3L/262	4.8L/293
Transmission	4 Automatic	4 Automatic
Horsepower @ RPM	195 @ 4600	302 @ 5600
Torque @ RPM	260 @ 2800	305 @ 4600
Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Drivetrain	Four Wheel Drive	Four Wheel Drive
Front Suspension	Independent	Independent
Rear Suspension	2-stage multi-leaf	2-stage multi-leaf
Axle Ratio	3.73	3.42
Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes	Standard	Standard
4- wheel ABS	Standard	Standard
Front Disc/Rear Drum ABS Brakes	Standard	Standard
StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System	Standard	Standard
Traction Control System	Standard	Standard
Turning circle	39.7 ft	39.7 ft
Battery Cold Cranking Amps	600	600
Alternator (amps)	145	145

Dimensions

Dimensions	WT	LT
Overall Length	205.6 in	205.6 in
Overall Width	79.9 in	79.9 in
Overall Height	73.8 in	73.8 in
Wheelbase	119.0 in	119.0 in
Front Head Room	41.5 in	41.5 in
Front Hip Room	62.5 in	62.5 in
Front Leg Room	41.3 in	41.3 in
Front Shoulder Room	65.2 in	65.2 in
Seating Capacity	3	3
Cargo Volume	60.7 ft³	60.7 ft³
Inside Bed Length, At Floor	78.7 in	78.7 in
Inside Bed Width, At Floor	62.4 in	62.4 in
Inside Bed Width, Between Wheelhousing	50.6 in	50.6 in
Front Bumper To Axle	39.4 in	39.4 in
Rear Bumper To Axle	47.2 in	47.2 in
Front Bumper To Back Of Cab	116.5 in	116.5 in
Cab To Axle	41.9 in	41.9 in
Ground To Top Of Rear Load Floor	33.9 in	33.9 in
Ground Clearance, Front	9.1 in	9.1 in
Ground Clearance, Rear	13.1 in	13.1 in
Curb Weight	4707.00 lbs	4834.00 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	6400.00 lbs	6800.00 lbs
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)	Not Available	11000 lbs
Maximum Payload	1693.00 lbs	1966.00 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity	8900 lbs	8900 lbs
Axle Capacity - Front	3950 lbs	3950 lbs
Axle Capacity - Rear	3750 lbs	3750 lbs

Exterior

Exterior	WT	LT
Automatic Headlamps	Standard	Standard
Daytime Running Lights	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Available	Standard
Power Door Locks	Available	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Available	Standard
Power Mirror(s)	Available	Standard
Running Board	Available	Available
Tires - Front All-Season	Standard	Standard
Tires - Front All-Terrain	Available	Available
Tires - Front On/Off Road	Available	Available
Tires - Front Performance	Not Available	Available
Tires - Rear All-Season	Standard	Standard
Tires - Rear All-Terrain	Available	Available
Tires - Rear On/Off Road	Available	Available
Tires - Rear Performance	Not Available	Available
Full Size Spare Tire	Standard	Standard
Traction Control System	Standard	Standard
Aluminum Wheels	Not Available	Available
Chrome Wheels	Available	Standard
Intermittent Wipers	Standard	Standard
Fog Lamps	Not Available	Available
Privacy Glass	Available	Standard
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	Not Available	Available
Trailer Hitch Receiver	Available	Available
Tow Hooks	Standard	Standard
Wheel Locks	Not Available	Available
Steel Wheels	Standard	Available
Bed Liner	Available	Available
StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System	Standard	Standard

Interior

Interior	WT	LT
Driver Air Bag	Standard	Standard
Passenger Air Bag	Standard	Standard
Thorax Side Impact	Standard	Standard
Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Front	Standard	Standard
Single Zone Climate Control	Standard	Standard
AM/FM Stereo	Standard	Standard
CD Changer	Not Available	Available
CD Player	Available	Standard
Cruise Control	Available	Standard
Rear Window Defogger	Available	Available
Floor Mats	Available	Standard
Power Driver Seat	Not Available	Available
Cloth Seats	Available	Standard
Leatherette Seats	Standard	Not Available
60/40 Bench Seats	Standard	Standard
Power Steering	Standard	Standard
Adjustable Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Not Available	Standard
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3 trial months	Available	Standard
MP3 Playback	Available	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard
Electrochromic, Automatic-dimming Rearview Mirror	Not Available	Available
Passenger Visor Vanity Mirror	Standard	Standard
Driver Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror	Not Available	Standard
Passenger Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror	Not Available	Standard
Front Reading Lamps	Standard	Standard
Driver Lumbar Support	Available	Standard
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Available	Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth® connectivity	Available	Available
Auxiliary -Audio Input Jacks	Not Available	Available

Safety

Safety	WT	LT
Driver Air bags	Standard	Standard
Passenger Air bags	Standard	Standard
OnStar Automatic Crash Response	Available	Standard
OnStar Emergency Services	Available	Standard
OnStar Crisis Assist	Available	Standard
OnStar Stolen Vehicle Assistance	Available	Standard
OnStar Remote Door Unlock	Available	Standard
OnStar Roadside Assistance	Available	Standard
OnStar Remote Horn and Lights	Available	Standard
OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation	Available	Standard
OnStar Hands-Free Calling	Available	Standard
OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics	Available	Standard
OnStar Low Mileage Discount	Available	Standard
Daytime Running Lamps	Standard	Standard
Traction Control System	Standard	Standard
StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System	Standard	Standard
Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes	Standard	Standard
4- Wheel ABS	Standard	Standard
Fog Lamps	Not Available	Available
Remote Keyless Entry	Available	Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor	Standard	Standard

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency	WT	LT
EPA Est. Fuel Economy City (Gas)	14 MPG	13 MPG
EPA Est. Fuel Economy Highway (Gas)	18 MPG	18 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity (Approx.)	26.0 gal	26.0 gal
Cruising Range - City (Gas)	364.00 mi	338.00 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy (Gas)	468.00 mi	468.00 mi

Warranty

Warranty	WT	LT
Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty	3 Years/36,000 Miles	3 Years/36,000 Miles
Powertrain/Drivetrain limited warranty	5 Years/100,000 Miles	5 Years/100,000 Miles
Rust Warranty	6 Years/100,000 Miles	6 Years/100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Program	5 Years/100,000 Miles	5 Years/100,000 Miles

1: The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges.
2: MSRP less cash offers. Tax, title, license and dealer fees extra. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/2012. Residency restrictions apply. Not available with some other offers. See dealer for details.
3: Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo.
4: XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.
5: Not compatible with all devices.
6: Not available with Z71 Off-Road Package or heated camper mirrors.
7: Not available with Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
8: Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.
9: Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.
10: Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.
11: Map coverage excludes Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and portions of Canada.
12: Requires available navigation radio. Required XM Radio and NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately by XM after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. For more information, visit xmradio.com/navtraffic.
13: Not available with All-Star Edition.