Differences Between the Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500

The Chevy Silverado has long been considered the gold standard of trucks in Chiefland. It’s a workhorse on the worksite and onto Gainesville city streets. What Silverado works best for you? Big Bend Chevrolet is here to help you see the difference between the Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500.

Chevy Silverado Engines by Model

The light-duty Chevy Silverado 1500 has six engine options

• Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 generates 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque
• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 generates 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque
• 5.3L EcoTec 3 V8 with either Dynamic or Active Fuel management generates 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque
• 4.3L EcoTec V6 generates 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7L Turbo generates 310 hp and lb-ft of torque

The heavy-duty Chevy Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD have a gasoline engine and a diesel engine option:

• 6.6L V8 gas engine with 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque for plenty of hauling power in Crystal River. It can trailer up to 17,370 pounds.
• Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 generates 445 hp and 910 lb-ft of torque to tow up to 35,500 pounds.

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