Open Today Sales: 9 AM-7 PMOpen Today Service: 7 AM-6 PM
The most recent generation of the Chevy Silverado 1500 debuted with the 2019 model year. This brought a completely redesigned platform, with a lighter and larger body, roomier cab, and new engines, including a diesel and a gasoline 4-cylinder. Improving one of the best-selling trucks in America wasn’t easy, but Chevy managed to build on its reputation for strong performance, reliability, and convenient and comfortable interiors. Also new for the fourth-generation Silverado 1500 was improved infotainment tech and towing tech. The 2020 model year saw expanded towing and safety tech and best-in-class towing capabilities.
The third-generation Chevy Silverado 1500 stands out for its increased power and new technology. This generation debuted with the 2014 model year. You’ll find a powerful 6.2-liter V8, as well as a base engine that increased its horsepower from 195 hp to 285 hp. In terms of tech, a revised steering system simplified tuning and refined the suspension and handling. Fuel economy also benefited from the new technology with cylinder deactivation, and four-wheel drive was now available across all models. The body was also lighter due to the use of more aluminum and high-strength steel.
The second generation of the Chevy Silverado 1500 ran from 2007–2013 and featured more trim levels than previously offered, giving buyers more choices, with five trims. Here you’ll find modern conveniences such as keyless entry and cruise control, as well as improved fuel economy. You’ll also find big V8 engines, such as the 6.0-liter and 6.2-liter Vortec engines. FlexFuel technology was new for this generation as well as electronic stability control, navigation, and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes. The first generation, which was released in 1999, was based on the GMT 800 platform and was the first pickup truck with an automatic transmission with a tow/haul mode.
Chevrolet heavily redesigned its popular Silverado two years ago. This latest take brings a modern sensibility to the pickup from its workhorse beginnings to the multi-purpose vehicle it is today. The sparse equipment list and low-quality interiors have been replaced with features more commonly associated with cars and luxury vehicles. Yet Chevy hasn't forgotten the roots of the Silverado, which sports greater hauling and towing capacity as well.
Like all full-size trucks in the segment, the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado can be had in a wide range of configurations thanks to the various body styles, available engines, drivetrain options, trim levels and bed lengths. There are three cab styles, for example. Same with bed lengths (i.e., 5'8", 6' and 6'6"). All cab and bed configurations are available in the standard two-wheel drive configuration or in four-wheel.
The Silverado comes in Work Truck (WT), LS, LT, LT Z71, LTZ, LTZ Z71, Custom, and High Country trim levels. A major difference between the modern pickup and those of yesteryear is in electronics. Now there's a wireless charging unit to make it easy to charge a smartphone, laptop or tablet on the go. The available 4G LTE Wi-Fi converts the truck into a mobile command center for up to seven devices. OnStar navigation makes it easy to get to new destinations while passengers are kept both informed and entertained courtesy of Chevrolet MyLink. For 2016, the Silverado gets Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for better integration with those smartphone operating systems.
Other updates include new grille designs and front-end touch-ups, additional safety features and available eight-speed automatic transmission for certain engine configurations.
Speaking of engines, three are offered on the 2016 Chevy Silverado. The base engine is a 4.3-liter V6 from the automaker's excellent EcoTec3 lineup. Horsepower and torque are a competitive 285 and 305 lb-ft, respectively, which are sent to either the front or all four-wheels via a standard six-speed automatic transmission. Towing capacity tops out at 7,600 lbs.
The optional 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 puts out 355 horsepower and up 383 lb-ft of torque and tows up to 11,100 lbs. This engine can be paired to that amazing eight-speed automatic mentioned above depending on trim level.
The potent 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 is available for those who need absolute power in their pickup. Horsepower and torque are a beefy 420 and 460 lb-ft with a jaw-dropping tow capacity of 12,000 lbs. The entire setup is only available on LTZ and High Country models.
Note the V8s have the ability to switch into four-cylinders to save fuel.
The new Silverado 1500 is available in seven trims - WT, LS, LT, LT Z71, LTZ, LTZ Z71 and High Country. You also have the choice of regular cab, double cab or crew cab, two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive and standard, long or short box. If you need more power to handle your workload, explore the rest of the Silverado family.
The 2017 Silverado 1500 excels at tackling tough jobs and conquering any terrain, and it's been recognized for it. The Silverado was named J.D. Power's Highest-Ranked Large Light Duty Pickup in Initial Quality for two consecutive years.
The 285-horsepower 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine comes standard in the Silverado 1500. It offers a best-in-class 305 lb-ft of torque and gets up to 24 miles per gallon. The Silverado 1500 can also be equipped with your choice of V8 engines. The 5.3L EcoTec3 engine gets 23 mpg on the highways of Indiana, which is better fuel economy than any other V8 engine in its class. The 420-horsepower 6.2L EcoTec3 engine is equipped for the long haul. It offers a best-in-class 12,500-pound max towing capacity.
Brawn meets brains in the 2017 Silverado 1500. Chevrolet knows that it is important to be connected throughout the work day. That's why the new Silverado 1500 comes available with a wireless charging pad, an 8-inch touchscreen and Chevrolet MyLink with Bluetooth. The 2017 Silverado 1500 is also the first full-size pickup to offer available 4G LTE WiFi.
The 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 is made with a high-strength steel safety cage and has six standard airbags. Add the available Enhanced Driver Alert Package to get a suite of helpful safety assist technologies, such as Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Front and Rear Park Assist, Forward Collision Alert and Safety Alert Driver Seat.
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has always been known for having a comfortable and practical interior. The Silverado continues in this same vein and enhances the level of comfort and practicality. The all-new Chevy Silverado has even more rear leg room than the 2018 model, which was already quite spacious. Not only does it have more passenger space, it has more cargo space than the older models. The all-new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has enhanced climate controls that allow the driver and occupants to stay comfortable, no matter how unpleasant the outside weather is. The Silverado’s interior is also re-designed to be more stylish than the interior of any other full-size truck on the market today.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 exemplifies the rugged safety that drivers expect from full-size pickup trucks. Many full-size pickup trucks actually fail to live up to these expectations. The 2019 Ford F-150 is a perfect example of this. It is made out of aluminum, which is considerably weaker than the durable steel construction of the 2019 Silverado 1500. In addition to the tough materials, the Silverado also has multiple advanced safety technologies. The available Auto Electric Parking Brake Assist ensures that the parking brake activates at the right time and holds the Silverado 1500 securely in place, especially when towing a trailer. Another cutting-edge safety feature is the available side view camera setup. These cameras are vital when towing a trailer, and they are still helpful even without a trailer.
Full-size pickup trucks like the 2019 Chevy Silverado need to be able to perform on any terrain. These trucks also must be quick and have impressive towing capacity. The 2019 Silverado 1500 offers a choice of 3 powerful and versatile engines. The standard 2.7L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine puts out 310 horsepower and a muscular 348 lb.-ft. of torque. This makes it more powerful than the standard V6 engine in the previous generation of the Chevy Silverado 1500. The next engine in the lineup is an available 5.3L V8 kicking out a muscular 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque. The highly desirable premium engine in the 2019 Silverado is the available 6.2L V8 producing 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. The Chevy Silverado 1500 comes standard with rear-wheel drive, and 4-wheel drive is optional for enhanced capability.
Full-size pickup trucks aren’t exactly known for being technologically advanced, but the 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 may just change that. It has an available app specifically for trailering purposes. This app incorporates Theft Alert and Tire Pressure Monitoring. Towing a trailer can make visibility difficult, which is why the Silverado offers an available port for an additional aftermarket camera. The most unique tech feature in the Chevy Silverado may be the optional head-up display that shows speed, current gear, revs and more.
Whether you are in the market for a truck for jobs around the house or a work truck for heavy lifting, Blossom Chevrolet has the expert staff to help you decide which truck is right for your needs. We have an extensive inventory of new and used trucks and can help guide you through the process, regardless if this is your first truck-buying adventure. Our financial team is here to take the stress out of truck financing. Call or stop by our Indianapolis dealership today to talk to our finance department and discuss all of the possible loan terms available to you so that you can find the best monthly payment for your budget. We look forward to hearing from you!
*Images, fuel economy, and other stats, may reflect higher trim levels, options, or features that may result in a higher cost from the starting MSRP.
MSRP excludes tax, license, registration, additional options, and possible destination charges. Dealers set own prices.