2013 Chevrolet Silverado and other C/K3500 Truck

Summary

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Carried over for 2013, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is a full-size pickup truck with two available engines. Engines consist of a standard FlexFuel 6.0-liter V6 engine (322 hp) and optional turbocharged 6.6-liter V8 (397 hp). RWD or 4WD can be paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Features include a towing capacity of 17,400 lbs, heated/cooled seats, USB drive, steering wheel mounted controls, rear sensors, navigation, and satellite radio. Safety is comprised of StabiliTrak, electronic stability control (ESC), advanced airbags, hill start assist, trailer sway control, and tire pressure monitoring (TPMS). The Silverado 3500HD is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and other C/K3500 Truck

The Silverado range is always one of GM's biggest sellers. This means GM is always endeavoring to innovate and continue to improve the truck's design. As a result, the consumer wins--whether hauling equipment to a job site, working a farm or towing a boat, the Silverado 2500 and 3500 are built for tough work, and are some of the best-designed trucks available from any manufacturer. Made in either short- or long-bed form, with 2- or 4-wheel drive, optional dual rear wheels and with a choice of several impressively powerful engines, the Silverado can be set up do just about anything asked of it. The 2500, even simply configured, is capable of towing over 10,000 pounds and base prices start around $25,000.

What's new for 2013?

The heavy-duty Chevy Silverado pickup carries into 2013 with no significant changes, though Deep Ruby Metallic and Blue Topaz Metallic are new exterior colors, and the 6-speed transmission found on the 6.0L V8 gas models will now feature the same grade-braking capabilities in normal driving mode as it previously did in tow/haul mode.

Model Strengths

Superior heavy-duty towing and hauling capability
class-leading design
powerful engine lineup
wide variety of configurations
available 4-wheel drive

Model Review

The 2500 and 3500 come with a 6.0L V8 engine standard, though a 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 is available. All Silverados come with a heavy-duty 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2500 and 3500 can be had as either a regular, extended or crew cab, with a standard or long bed, and with either a 2- or 4-wheel drivetrain. Dual rear wheels are available on some models. There are three trim levels: WT, LT and LTZ.

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