2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500HD Preview

Release Date: Summer 2010

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Coming out swinging and fresh from a thorough revision, the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado brings an entirely new arsenal to bear against top competitors Ford and Dodge. The new Silverado HD comes in many different trims featuring different cabs and bed lengths as well as different features. Customizing a new Silverado HD will not be difficult or extremely expensive. “Unleashed” on the world at the Chicago Auto Show, the Chevy Silverado Heavy Duty proves that the new GM has no intention of dropping its popular truck line in face of a greener, more fuel-efficient America.

Specifications

The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD shows off some serious improvements in engine capability and performance.

  • Engine: 6.0-liter OHV V8 with 360 horsepower and a turbocharged 6.6-liter Duramax V8 diesel with 400 horsepower
  • Transmission: Six-speed automatic
  • Warranty: Chevrolet’s standard bumper-to-bumper warranty is for 3-years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Exterior Features

A new raised hood with revised Duramax/Allison badges are features to the new Silverado’s exterior. The Silverado features 17 and 18-inch alloy wheels and even 20-inch wheels are available on the 2500HD models.

Interior Features

Mobile WiFi, OnStar, USB, Bluetooth connectivity, XM satellite radio, touch-screen navigation, and a rearview camera are all options available to various trims and cabin designs. The Silverado’s customizable designs make for a truly unique experience depending on what you need it for.

Performance

The weight of the truck has gone up a bit thanks to GM taking the time to reinforce and strengthen most of the individual parts of the truck. The added strength of the truck is apparent in its performance capability and the ability of towing 17,600 pounds or caring 51,30 pounds in the bed.

Competition for the 2011 Chevy Silverado HD

Top competitors for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado are the same as the competitors for the 2010 Silverado and includes:

The pack is seriously tight in this competition with no one truck standing head and cab above all the rest in an obvious nature.