America's Best Truck – Chevy Silverado
Best Available V8 Fuel Economy of Any Full-Size Pickup(1)
Lowest cost of ownership of any full-size pickup(2)
Best Coverage in America
- 100,000 Mile/5-year(3) transferable powertrain limited warranty
- Courtesy Transportation
- Roadside Assistance
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Model
1500
90 Years. One Truck.
The foundation of every Silverado is power, strength and capability. No matter what the job, Chevy has the vehicles to get the tough work done. This is never more evident when you consider Silverado has:
- Best available V8 fuel economy of any full-size pickup(1)
- Lowest cost of ownership(2)
- Lowest annual fuel costs of any full-size pickup(1)
- Highest expected resale value of any full-size pickup(4)
- Highest possible rating for frontal and side-impact crash tests – five stars(5)
- GM segment-exclusive automatic locking rear differential(6)
- Best coverage in America. 100,000 mile/5-year(3) transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty. Plus courtesy transportation and roadside assistance
- Car and Driver's best pickup two years running
Heavy Duty
The Most Powerful HD on the Planet(8)
Silverado HD models are for people who want the DNA of a Silverado but needs more power for those larger jobs. Here is how Silverado HD can help you get even the toughest job done:
- Muscle to tow up to 16,200 lbs.(7)
- Powerful combination of the available Duramax Diesel and nearly bulletproof Allison transmission cranks out 365hp and 660 lb.-ft. of torque
- Available GM segment-exclusive automatic locking rear differential.(6)
- Best coverage in America. 100,000 mile/5-year(3) Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty. Plus Courtesy Transportation and Roadside Assistance.
Hybrid
Silverado Hybrid is Coming...
We've spent 90 years making trucks that get the job done right, the first time, every time. And, after years of building the most dependable, longest-lasting trucks on the road,(9) we're now the first manufacturer to bring you a production two-mode hybrid full-size pickup.
The 2009 Chevy Silverado Two-Mode Hybrid (scheduled to begin production late 2008, with limited availability) is expected to provide the same dependability, power and performance you demand in a Chevy Truck. Plus, it's expected to feature cutting edge technology to help you through the rigors of your everyday life while being conscious of the environment.
In the first mode, at low speed and light load, the vehicle can operate in three ways: electric power, engine power, or in any combination of electric and engine power. When operating with electric power, it provides all the efficiency of a full hybrid system. The second mode is used primarily at highway speeds to optimize efficiency. It provides electric assist in addition to four-cylinder or full eight-cylinder power when conditions demand it, such as trailer towing and climbing steep grades. Put another way, you'll experience the benefit of excellent efficiency while also having access to plenty of horsepower and torque. In either mode, it's a truck that works in the real world when being driven by real people and is one of the many ways Chevy is working to produce a variety of fuel solutions.
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Accolades
Just like the owners that drive them, Silverado lets its actions do the talking. Actions so strong they've forced everyone to listen – and voice their praises. Here is a look at some of the hardware and accolades the Silverado has taken so far:
J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Initial QualitySM
Chevy Silverado 1500 Light Duty has been recognized, honored and ranked "Highest Ranked Large Pickup in Initial Quality"(10) by J.D. Power and Associates.
Car and Driver's Best Pickup For Two Years Running
Lowest Cost of Ownership of Any Full-Size Pickup(11)
From Vincentric press release:
Vincentric measures cost of ownership using eight different cost factors: depreciation, fuel, insurance, opportunity cost, financing, maintenance, taxes and state fees, and repairs.
Silverado Has the Highest Expected Resale Value of Any Full-Size Pickup(12)
"The 2008 awards prove once again that compelling design, high quality manufacturing and disciplined pricing and volume programs are essential to achieve the highest residual value," said John Blair, Automotive Lease Guide's Chief Executive Officer. "Residual value continues to be the best metric for determining the health of an automotive brand, and the winners deserve a great deal of credit for their products and sales strategies."