A heavy-duty pickup truck like the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is a great option for those with substantial hauling and towing needs. Currently in its third generation of production (2014-2019), this full-size heavy-duty pickup is available in a wide range of bed lengths, cab sizes, and trim configurations. As a result, its seating capacity can range from three to six people, depending on the exact model you choose.
Meanwhile, every Silverado 2500 comes standard with a capable 6.0L V8 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission—and four-wheel drive is available on every trim, including the base Work Truck. If you're looking for a versatile heavy-duty pickup truck for your rugged lifestyle, don't pass up the Chevrolet Silverado 2500.
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Q: Is the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 a diesel?
A: While the standard engine on the third generation Silverado 2500 (2014-2019) is not a diesel, a 6.6L turbodiesel V8 is optional.
Q: What motor does a Chevrolet 2500 have?
A: A 6.0L V8 engine at 360 hp is standard on every Chevrolet Silverado 2500.
Q: Is the Chevrolet 2500 a one-ton?
A: No, the 2500 is classified as a three-quarter-ton pickup truck.
Q: How much weight can a Chevrolet 2500 carry in the bed?
A: Payload can vary by model year, trim, engine size, and other factors. However, the 2018 Silverado 2500 can haul up to 3,204 pounds when properly equipped.1
1Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Since its third-generation release in 2014, the Silverado 2500 has been offered in Work Truck (WT), LT, and LTZ trims. A new top-tier trim, the High Country, was released in 2016.
The Silverado 2500 is offered in regular, double, and crew cab styles—as well as regular and long bed sizes. The standard bed length is 6.5 feet, although the "long" bed length varies from 8-8.2 feet (depending on model year).
Every Silverado 2500 comes standard with a 6.0L V8 engine at 360 hp and a six-speed automatic transmission. However, a turbocharged 6.6L V8 diesel engine is optional, with output ranging from 397-445 hp and varying by model year. Rear-wheel drive is also standard on every Silverado 2500, although four-wheel drive is optional.
The following trim features are specific to the 2017 Silverado 2500.
Work Truck (2014-2019)
LT (2014-2019)
LTZ (2014-2019)
High Country (2016-2019)
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 9th out of 17 among fullsize trucks.
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