The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500: Unmatched Performance and Reliability

The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 is one of the most popular pickup trucks in America. It’s known for its impressive hauling credentials, off-road capabilities, and scintillating drivetrain that put the thrill back into driving. It consistently receives high reviews from auto experts, businesses, and consumers. Learn about the latest Silverado 1500 specs from your local Chevy dealership.

Learn About the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500

Power and Performance

The 1500 Silverado has the grit and gumption to get through any job. The WT, Custom, RST, Custom Trail Boss, and LT Trail Boss include the 2.7-liter gas engine for 310 horsepower at 5,600 RPM and 430 lb.-ft. torque at 3,000 RPM. It can tow up to 9,500 lbs. It includes an eight-speed automatic transmission. The max payload capacity is 2,260 lbs.

Engine Upgrades

You can upgrade to the 5.3-liter V8 gas engine to get 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. maximum torque with a ten-speed automatic transmission. It can tow up to 11,300 lbs. with a max payload capacity of 2,180 lbs.

The 6.2-liter V8 gas engine gets 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque and can tow up to 13,300 lbs. with a max payload of 1,980 lbs. And the ultra-powerful 3-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine gets 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque and can tow 13,300 lbs. with a max payload of 1,970 lbs. Both include the ten-speed transmission.

Safety Features

The truck includes everything you need to get around town or the worksite safely. The base model includes an HD rear vision camera for precise reversing, and the upgraded trims have HD surround vision to help you see everything happening around the exterior.

Every trim includes forward collision alerts for dodging obstacles and accidents, electronic stability control with traction monitoring, lane keep assistance with lane departure warnings for staying between the lines, and following distance indicators to help you avoid rear-end collisions.

Additional Safety Features

The upgraded trims include rear park assist and rear cross-traffic braking for more peace of mind when navigating crowded streets. The tire pressure monitor lets you know when it’s time to add air to the tires. You can also upgrade to the trailer tire pressure warning system to extend the same courtesy to your cargo. The ZR2 also includes rain-sensing automatic wipers to keep the windshield clean.

Towing Features

Upgraded trims include hitch guidance for quickly adding a trailer to the back. The ZR2 model also includes trailer-side blind zone alerts for changing lanes safely with a trailer attached. You also get the in-vehicle trailering app to monitor the integrity of your haul and a truck bed camera for inspecting your gear.

You can also add a camera inside your trailer with the available trailer camera input. It’s perfect for seeing if your cargo has moved during the trip. Access the bed like a pro with the tailgate EZ lift assist. You can bring down the tailgate with a press of a button to keep your hands on the load.

Fuel Efficiency

The EPA-estimated mpg rating varies by model and trim level. The base WT model gets 18 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway. The upgraded ZR2 receives 20 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. Every model includes a 24-gallon tank.

Off-Roading

The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 was made to explore. The Trail Boss trim includes a 2-inch lift kit to give you a higher stance and more ground clearance on dirt roads. You get impressive all-terrain tires with beefy tread patterns for kicking mud and debris to the side. Use the available skid plates to protect the underside of the truck when running over obstacles. 

Entertainment

You can entertain your guests without taking your eyes off the road. The 1500 includes Bluetooth for wirelessly connecting your smartphone to the center console, and the ZR2 includes wireless charging, so your phone is ready to go when you reach your destination. The premium version also includes the Bose sound system for an improved listening experience.

The base WT includes a 3.5-inch monochromatic driver information console for navigating and monitoring the condition of your vehicle. The upgraded ZR2 includes a 12.3-inch color screen for a better viewing experience.

Comfort and Style

The Silverado 1500 helps you sit back and relax. The WT includes four-way power seats, while the upgraded ZR2 has 10-way adjustable seats. The base model seats up to six adults and the ZR2 seats five. The ZR2 is slightly taller and longer, with three inches of extra ground clearance. Every model includes 62.9 cubic feet of cargo space. If you need more room, add the available under-seat storage.

The high-end ZR2 also includes heated rear seats for staying warm in the winter and front bucket seats, which give you more room to spread out. 

Exterior

The latest upgrades make it easy to customize the look of your ride. The upgraded versions let you match your door handles and the front bumper to the body of your vehicle. The base version includes 17-inch wheels with LT265/70R17C all-terrain tires for getting through rough terrain. The ZR2 has 18-inch wheels with LT275/70R18 mud-terrain tires for a higher stance.

The upgraded version includes LED tail lamps for better visibility when reversing and working around the back of your truck. You can also add exterior power-adjustable vertical trailering mirrors to see what’s going on behind the bed. Every trim lets you add fender flares to keep the mud on the ground and off the back of your truck.

Nothing beats the power and workmanship of the latest Silverado 1500. These trucks can tackle any job and will last years to help you make the most of your investment. You can tow for work, haul supplies off-road, or take a weekend trip in the mountains. Visit Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of West Atlanta in Lithia Springs, GA, to see how it feels to be behind the wheel of the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500. 

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