2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Vehicle Highlights

• Fuel Economy: 14 mpg City, 18 mpg Hwy
• Engine: 4.3L Gas V6, 285 HP
• Transmission: Automatic

• Drive Train: Four Wheel Drive
• Passengers: 6
• Doors: 4

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What You Will Like

The Silverado 1500 has always covered a huge portion of the market, meaning there's always been a wide gulf between the base truck and the most expensive version. The Silverado appeals to all segments, from your basic work to a luxurious high-tech cabin. The Silverado competes directly with Ford F-150 and RAM 1500 in the highly competitive truck market.

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What's New For 2021

For 2021, the Chevrolet Silverado returns with minor changes, including modifications to equipment, exterior colors and special edition packages.

Warranty

• Basic Warranty: 3 Years / 36,000 Miles
• Drivetrain Warranty: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles
• Roadside Assistance: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles

A vehicle's warranty can significant impact your maintenance costs after you drive off the dealer's lot, and it's important to understand the different parts. Typically, a new car warranty includes a Basic warranty, which covers everything except the wear items such as brakes and tires; and a Drivetrain warranty, that covers all the parts that make the car move, such as the engine and transmission

NHTSA Crash Test Rating

• Frontal Driver:
• Frontal Passenger:
• Side Driver:
• Side Passenger:
• Rollover Rating:

The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) provides consumers with vehicle safety information based on independent testing, primarily front and side crash rating results, and more recently rollover ratings, to aid consumers in their vehicle purchase decisions.

Standard Equipment

• Safety Options
  • StabiliTrak, stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance and traction control, includes electronic trailer sway control and hill start assist
  • Daytime Running Lamps with automatic exterior lamp control
  • Airbags, dual-stage frontal airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions; Includes front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Rear Vision Camera
  • Hitch Guidance dynamic single line to aid in trailer alignment for hitching
  • Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to help encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Tire Fill Alert (does not apply to spare tire)
• Entertainment Features
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Bluetooth for phone, connectivity to vehicle infotainment system
  • Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
  • SiriusXM Radio enjoy an All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the SiriusXM app, online and at home on compatible connected devices is included, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. See the SiriusXM Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel. All fees, content, features, and availability are subject to change.)
  • Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system 7" diagonal color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo. Additional features for compatible phones include: Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable.
• Exterior Features
  • Wheels, 18" x 8.5" (45.7 cm x 21.6 cm) High gloss Black painted aluminum
  • Tires, LT275/65R18C MT blackwall Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
  • Tire, spare 265/70R17SL all-season, blackwall
  • Wheel, 17" x 8" (43.2 cm x 20.3 cm) full-size, steel spare
  • Tire carrier lock, keyed cylinder lock that utilizes same key as ignition and door
  • Bumper, front (High gloss black.)
  • Bumper, rear (High gloss black.)
  • CornerStep, rear bumper
  • Recovery hooks, performance Red
  • Cargo tie downs (12), fixed rated at 500 lbs per corner
  • Grille (High gloss Black bars with mesh inserts.)
  • Headlamps, halogen reflector with halogen Daytime Running Lamps
  • Lamps, cargo area, cab mounted integrated with center high mount stop lamp, with switch in bank on left side of steering wheel
  • LED Cargo Area Lighting located in pickup bed, activated with switch on center switch bank or key fob
  • Taillamps, LED with signature
  • Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable
  • Glass, deep-tinted
  • Door handles, Black
  • Tailgate and bed rail protection cap, top
  • Tailgate, gate function manual with EZ Lift includes power lock and release
• Interior Features
  • Seats, front 40/20/40 split-bench with covered armrest storage
  • Seat trim, Cloth
  • Seat adjuster, driver 4-way manual
  • Seat adjuster, passenger 4-way manual
  • Seat, rear 60/40 folding bench (folds up), 3-passenger (includes child seat top tether anchor)
  • Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting
  • Floor mats, rubberized vinyl, front (Deleted when LPO floor liners are ordered.)
  • Floor mats, rubberized-vinyl rear (Deleted when LPO floor liners are ordered.)
  • Steering wheel, urethane
  • Steering column, Tilt-Wheel, manual with wheel locking security feature
  • Instrument cluster, 6-gauge cluster featuring speedometer, fuel level, engine temperature, tachometer, voltage and oil pressure
  • Driver Information Center, 3.5" diagonal monochromatic display
  • Exterior Temperature Display located in radio display
  • Compass located in instrument cluster
  • Rear Seat Reminder
  • Window, power front, drivers express up/down
  • Window, power front, passenger express down
  • Windows, power rear, express down
  • Door locks, power
  • Remote Keyless Entry, with 2 transmitters
  • Remote vehicle starter system
  • Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed, steering wheel-mounted
  • Theft-deterrent system, unauthorized entry
  • Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt
  • USB ports, 2 (first row) located on instrument panel
  • Air conditioning, single-zone
  • Air vents, rear, heating/cooling
  • Defogger, rear-window electric
  • Mirror, inside rearview, manual tilt
  • Assist handles front A-pillar mounted for driver and passenger, rear B-pillar mounted
  • Chevrolet Connected Access capable (Subject to terms. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
• Mechanical Features
  • GVWR, 6900 lbs. (3130 kg) (Double Cab models require (LV3) 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine, (L82) 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine or (L87) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine.)
  • Hill Descent Control
  • Transfer case, two-speed electronic Autotrac with push button control (4WD models only)
  • Auto-locking rear differential
  • Four wheel drive
  • Cooling, external engine oil cooler
  • Air filter, heavy-duty
  • Battery, heavy-duty 730 cold-cranking amps/70 Amp-hr, maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power (Included and only available with (LV3) 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine.)
  • Alternator, 170 amps
  • Skid Plates
  • Frame, fully-boxed, hydroformed front section
  • Steering, Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist, rack-and-pinion
  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with DURALIFE rotors
  • Brake lining wear indicator
  • Capless Fuel Fill
  • Exhaust, single outlet (Requires (LV3) 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine. Includes (VQZ) polished exhaust tip, LPO.)
  • LPO, Polished exhaust tip (dealer-installed) (Included and only available with (LV3) 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine.)
  • Durabed, pickup bed
  • Rear axle, 3.42 ratio
  • Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode. Includes Cruise Grade Braking and Powertrain Grade Braking
  • Engine, 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 with Active Fuel Management, (285 hp [212 kW] @ 5300 rpm, 305 lb-ft of torque [413 Nm] @ 3900 rpm)

Tech Specs

• Brakes Features
  • Brake Type - Pwr
  • Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
  • Disc - Front (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Disc - Rear (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - 13.5 x 1.18
  • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - 13.6 x 0.79
• Cargo Area Dimensions Features
  • Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in) - 79.44
  • Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in) - 71.4
  • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - 50.63
  • Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) - 22.4
  • Tailgate Width (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Volume (ft³) - 71.7
  • Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume (ft³) - - TBD -
• Cooling System Features
  • Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) - - TBD -
• Electrical Features
  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) - 730
  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) - 720
  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) - 170
  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) - 220
• Engine Features
  • Engine Order Code - LV3
  • Engine Order Code - L87
  • Engine Order Code - L3B
  • Engine Order Code - L82
  • Engine Type - Gas V6
  • Engine Type - Gas/Ethanol V8
  • Engine Type - Turbocharged Gas I4
  • Engine Type - Gas V8
  • Displacement - 4.3L/262
  • Displacement - 6.2L/376
  • Displacement - 2.7L/166
  • Displacement - 5.3L/325
  • Fuel System - Direct Injection
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 285 @ 5300
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 420 @ 5600
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 310 @ 5600
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 355 @ 5600
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 305 @ 3900
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 460 @ 4100
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 348 @ 1500
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 383 @ 4100
  • Engine Oil Cooler - - TBD -
• Exterior Dimensions Features
  • Wheelbase (in) - 147.5
  • Length, Overall (in) - 231.7
  • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) - 81.24
  • Height, Overall (in) - 78.45
  • Overhang, Front (in) - - TBD -
  • Overhang, Rear w/o bumper (in) - - TBD -
  • Front Bumper to Back of Cab (in) - - TBD -
  • Cab to Axle (in) - - TBD -
  • Cab to End of Frame (in) - - TBD -
  • Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) - - TBD -
  • Ground to Top of Frame (in) - - TBD -
  • Frame Width, Rear (in) - - TBD -
  • Ground Clearance, Front (in) - 10.88
  • Ground Clearance, Rear (in) - 10.88
• Frame Features
  • Frame Type - Box Ladder
• Fuel Tank Features
  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) - 24
  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) - 22
  • Fuel Tank Location - - TBD -
• Interior Dimensions Features
  • Passenger Capacity - 6
  • Passenger Capacity - 5
  • Front Head Room (in) - 43.03
  • Front Leg Room (in) - 44.53
  • Front Shoulder Room (in) - 66.02
  • Front Hip Room (in) - 61.18
  • Second Head Room (in) - 39.88
  • Second Leg Room (in) - 35.24
  • Second Shoulder Room (in) - 64.88
  • Second Hip Room (in) - 60.24
• Mileage Features
  • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) - 16 (2020)
  • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) - 17 (2020)
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) - 14 (2020)
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) - 15 (2020)
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) - 18 (2020)
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) - 19 (2020)
• Steering Features
  • Steering Type - Electric Rack & Pinion
  • Steering Ratio (:1), On Center - - TBD -
  • Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock - - TBD -
  • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) - 46.3
  • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) - 46.9
  • Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - N/A
• Summary Features
  • Vehicle Name - Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • Body Style - Double Cab Pickup
  • Body Code - E63
  • Body Code - ZW9
• Suspension Features
  • Suspension Type - Front - Independent
  • Suspension Type - Rear - Solid Axle
  • Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Type - Front - - TBD -
  • Axle Type - Rear - - TBD -
  • Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Front - 3.42
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Front - 3.73
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Front - 3.23
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear - 3.42
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear - 3.73
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear - 3.23
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - 50.0
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - 51.0
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - 1.30
• Tires Features
  • Front Tire Order Code - R3O
  • Front Tire Order Code - QFV
  • Rear Tire Order Code - R3O
  • Rear Tire Order Code - QFV
  • Spare Tire Order Code - XCQ
  • Front Tire Size - LT275/65R18C
  • Front Tire Size - LT265/60R20
  • Rear Tire Size - LT275/65R18C
  • Rear Tire Size - LT265/60R20
  • Spare Tire Size - 265/70R17SL
  • Front Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Front Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front - N/A
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear - N/A
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare - N/A
• Trailering Features
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 5000
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 500
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 7400
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 9300
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 9500
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 740
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 930
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 950
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 7300
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 8400
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 8500
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 1825
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 2100
  • Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 2125
  • Maximum Trailering Capacity (N/A) - 9500
• Transmission Features
  • Drivetrain - Four Wheel Drive
  • Trans Order Code - MYC
  • Trans Order Code - MQB
  • Trans Order Code - MQE
  • Trans Type - 6
  • Trans Type - 10
  • Trans Type - 8
  • Trans Description Cont. - Automatic
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) - 4.03
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) - 4.69
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) - 4.56
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.36
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.98
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.97
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.53
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.15
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.08
  • Fourth Gear Rato (:1) - 1.15
  • Fourth Gear Rato (:1) - 1.8
  • Fourth Gear Rato (:1) - 1.69
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.85
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.52
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.27
  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.66
  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.28
  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.00
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) - 3.06
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) - 4.86
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) - 3.82
  • Transfer Case Model - Magna MP3023/4
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High - 1.00
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low - 2.69
  • Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.00
  • Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.85
  • Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.85
  • Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.65
  • Ninth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.69
  • Tenth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.63
• Vehicle Features
  • Annual CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - 11.2 (2020)
  • Annual CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - 10.5 (2020)
• Weight Information Features
  • Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) - 3800
  • Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) - 3800
  • Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) - 4150
  • Curb Weight - Front (lbs) - 2863
  • Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) - 1952
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) - 6900
  • Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) - 12800
  • Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) - 12000
  • Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) - 15000
• Wheels Features
  • Front Wheel Size (in) - 18" x 8.5"
  • Front Wheel Size (in) - 22" x - TBD -
  • Front Wheel Size (in) - 20" x 9"
  • Rear Wheel Size (in) - 18" x 8.5"
  • Rear Wheel Size (in) - 22" x - TBD -
  • Rear Wheel Size (in) - 20" x 9"
  • Spare Wheel Size (in) - 17" x 8"
  • Front Wheel Material - Aluminum
  • Rear Wheel Material - Aluminum
  • Spare Wheel Material - Steel

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