Whether you understand vans or not, the Chevrolet Silverado is probably going a familiar automobile; in an enormous swath of variations, it is the instrument of selection for individuals who must get things done. From sport vans to hybrids, and up off-street rigs and heavy-responsibility fashions, the Silverado 1500 still stacks up properly in opposition to rivals-it doesn't matter what the priority.
The only exception is perhaps styling; with no vital adjustments to its exterior or inside-save just a few minor touches-for the reason that 2007 mannequin year, when this era made its debut-the 2012 Chevrolet. It still appears prefer it means business (or pleasure, to truck people), however with the introduction of a refreshed Ram 1500 lineup this year, the Silverado is now by far essentially the most dated design of the Massive Three trucks.
For 2013 there are not any main adjustments to the 2013
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lineup; it nonetheless takes on the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and the closely associated GMC Sierra 1500. Simply as earlier than, there is not any lack of models and build combinations. Chevy's full-dimension trucks come in a kind to swimsuit practically each potential form of truck consumer, from boot-wearing Texas hipsters to tie-carrying city business architects-and the whole lot in between. Customers can choose into one of three body types, and one in every of two interior designs; from amongst four gasoline engines and two computerized transmissions, or one fuel-electrical drivetrain; and from bed lengths starting from the smallest 5'-8" mattress on Crew Cabs and Hybrids, to the 6-6" mattress on all variations save for the Hybrid, to the 8' bed supplied on all variations except the Hybrid.
The powertrains provided within the Silverado are nonetheless aggressive-except for the base 195-horsepower, 4.three-liter V-6, which we would only advocate to fleet buyers. On the base degree if you'd like a V-8 is the flex-gas, 302-hp 4.8-liter; it is completely ample however comes with a four-pace computerized transmission. A flex-gasoline 5.3-liter V-eight with 315 hp comes in extra mainstream variations, and it is outfitted with fuel-saving cylinder deactivation in some models; and on the high quality, a 6.2-liter, 403-hp, flex-fuel V-eight in the Silverado LTZ. The 5.three-liter is our choice of the fuel-solely Silverados: it has ample power for nearly each need, and comes with only a slight gasoline-mileage penalty over the basic V-6.
Though the 2013 Chevy Silverado Hybrid 1500 has not been a high vendor by any means, GM is constant to supply it, and its 20-mpg city, 23 highway EPA scores actually make them sensible picks. The Silverado Hybrid is sort of totally different from the opposite Silverado fashions, thanks to a two-mode hybrid powertrain that pairs an aluminum-alloy 6.0-liter V-8 with cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing, to an electrically variable transmission (EVT) with 4 fixed-ratio gears and two electrical motor/mills, in addition to a nickel-metallic-hydride 300-volt battery pack. All together, these items mix to produce 332 horsepower and 367 pound-feet of torque. Despite its extra heft, the Silverado Hybrid can tow 6,100 kilos with 2WD, or 5,900 pounds with computerized dual-vary 4-wheel drive, and it performs about in addition to 5.three-liter customary variations-though steering is not fairly as responsive.
The lavish, upgraded cabin supplies of the 2013 Dodge Ram trucks are going to be powerful to beat, but the Silverado's cabin does properly with the fundamentals. Entrance area is ample, and although the bucket seats might be extra supportive for longer trips, we would still opt for them over the flat front bench for personal use. On Crew Cab Silverados, the rear seat is placed excessive, stadium-type, and is split 60/40 so it may be folded down for more carrying area, however the rear seatback is almost vertical, making it uncomfortable for longer trips. Construct quality is tight, and in general the interior is hushed and refined.
A flexible set of fashions, features, and options, in addition to powertrains and physique styles remains to be on the root of the Silverado's appeal. Somehow it's a model that not solely appeals to work-truck consumers but in addition those in search of a luxurious commuter device or lengthy-distance towing rig. GM's OnStar telematics system comes normal, and offers navigation help or emergency services (by subscription, after a yr), whereas cruise management and Bluetooth connectivity usually are not on the standard-characteristic list.
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