The 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 features a powerful engine, responsive driving, and comfortable seating. If you want a work truck that’s also a joy to cruise around town with, the Silverado might be right up your alley.
Power
You’ve got a number of engine choices with the 1500, five in total: the 2.7L Turbo, 4.3L V6, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, and the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel. Of these, the V8 stands out with 420 horsepower and 460 foot-pounds of torque. It can tow a massive 13,300-pound load, and comes with a ten-speed automatic transmission.
Utility
The 1500 comes loaded with features to make your workday easier. These include the multi-flex tailgate to make loading and unloading the bed easier. The primary gate can be unlocked from the key fob, it features a load stop to prevent items from fallout out while loading, and it can fold down to make it easier to reach further into the bed.
Value
Starting at just $28,900, the Silverado 1500 could appeal to budget-minded buyers. If you opt for the diesel engine, you get 33 miles per gallon on the highway and 23 mpg in the city. This is made possible by auto stop/start technology, which turns off the engine while idling, and then turns it back on when you’re ready to get moving.
This latest offering from Chevy also includes an extensive warranty. This includes 3 years or 36,000 miles for the limited warranty and 5 years or 60,000 miles for the powertrain. You also get one free complimentary maintenance visit.
Tech Features
A modern work truck comes with all kinds of tech gizmos, and the Silverado 1500 is no exception. If you’d like to keep it more spartan and save money, the base model still features 2 USB ports and 1 12V DC outlets standard. 2 120V AC power outlets are available if you need another option for charging tools and appliances.
If you’re in the market for something more high-tech, consider the LT Trail Boss. It has all the features of the base model, but with 2 extra USB ports. It also features a touchscreen and an available seven-speaker Bose sound system.
Safety
Of course, any time you’re on the job, safety is priority number one. The 1500 earned a four-star crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and features a high-strength steel cage to withstand hard collisions.
It also features a wide range of driver-assist features, like forward collision alert and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is available on certain trim levels, which not only adjusts your speed so you keep a safe distance from the car in front of you, but will even brake when needed. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist are also available.
If you want a practical work vehicle with a powerful engine and loads of options, test drive the Silverado 1500 at Blue Diamond Chevrolet GMC today.
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