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2015 The Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Reviews

2015 The Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Reviews

Pro
Impressive hauling and towing ability; smooth and quiet Highway ride; a powerful diesel engine; available CNG fueling for regular V8; solid build quality.

cons
MyLink touchscreen can be slow to respond; telescoping steering column is not available on the base model.

What's new for 2015
Redesigned for the year 2015, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD offers improved interior, updated styling, new security features and double-cab new body style.




Full Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Reviews 2015
What's new for 2015

Redesigned for the year 2015, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD offers improved interior, updated styling, new security features and double-cab new body style.

Introduction

Riding a wave of praise for the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado pickup, light follows with a revamped Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD 2015 heavy-duty pickup. The same interior upgrades are found in the 1500 migrated to great workhorses. Chief among these improvements is a high-quality cabin materials, a larger touch screen to control the entertainment and hands-free phone function, advanced safety features new and quieter cabin.

Trucks heavy-duty share same exterior serenity jawline look on their continental counterparts. A new, roomier double cab Models with conventional hinged front door replaced the former taxi extended and regular cab configuration and join the crew. New heavy duty pickup also offers a 6.5-and 8-foot-long bed, though a regular cab model is available only with a long bed. Load and access the cargo in their beds is reduced through measures corner bumper and tailgate EZ Lift and lower.

Engine choices are carried from the previous generation, which means up to 397 horsepower and 765 pounds-feet of torque worth of diesel grunt available to handle most anything you can throw at this truck. Properly equipped, Silverado 2500HD can haul up to £ 3.760 and tow up to £ 17.900. And integrated features like cruise control, automatic braking, class control Trailer sway and, on diesel engines, diesel exhaust braking all help create a smooth and easy towing.

Heavy duty pickup segment has been as contested as the "world's strongest Man" competition. In addition to their ability to perform heroic feats of strength, this gives the truck a rough comfort level and outrageous repair years ago. 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ram 2500 is also worth a good look. In the select group, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 stands proud and worthy of consideration from consumers looking for a very capable workhorses.

Body styles, Trim Levels, and options

2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD regular cab is offered in, double cab and body style cabin crew with a choice of two-or four-wheel drive. Regular taxis are available only with a long bed (8 ft), while taxis and crew double model can be mated with a standard bed (6.5 feet) or long bed.

Trim levels ranging from basic Work Truck, step up to the midlevel LT and then top out at the upscale LTZ LTZ, though not available with regular cab. Unlike his older brother 3500, Silverado 2500HD is not available with dual rear wheels (DRW, or "dual") shaft.


The regular cab Work Truck, or WT, slim fitted with chrome bumpers, 17-inch steel wheels, rubber floor coverings, cloth or vinyl upholstery options, bench front 40/20/40 split with armrest center fold-down, power door locks, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, 4.2-inch color display and a four-speaker audio system with USB/iPod integration and additional audio jack. The double cab and crew cabs get six speakers as standard.

LT trim adds alloy wheels, tinted rear window, keyless entry, upgraded the tailgate, the full power accessories, carpets, MyLink Chevy interface, integration of smartphones, voice control (mobile phones and music), OnStar, CD player, satellite radio, Bluetooth phone connectivity and audio and leather-wrapped steering wheel.

The LTZ trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, foglights, power-folding mirrors, a rear locking differential automatic, heavy duty trailering package (with integrated trailer brake controller), power-sliding rear window with defogger, rear view mirror camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote ignition, leather seats, heated front seats, eight-way power front bucket seats (with power lumbar) driver memory settings,, 110-volt power point and MyLink system upgrades with touch screen 8 inch.

Some additional standard features on the top trim can be added to the lower level of trim as an option. Another option is highlighted, depending on the trim level, including 20-inch wheels, different axle ratios, Bedliner, box beds storage protector, a variety of quilt tonneau, sunroof, mirrors, trailering Driver Standby package (including front and rear parking sensors, warning line of departure, forward collision warning and safety alert the driver), power-adjustable pedals, steering column telescoping, navigation system, Bose audio system, ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel and a rear seat entertainment system.

Also available Z71 Off-Road package, which includes 18-inch alloy wheels are polished, hill descent control, skid plates, specially tuned shock absorbers, stabilizer bar up front is different and unique styling tweaks to the grille, bumper and door sill plates.

Powertrains and performance



Engine options start with a 6.0-liter V8 making 360 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque, coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission. The buyer can add the option of bi-fuel for this engine, allows the truck to run on either gasoline or compressed natural gas (CNG). When operating with CNG, 301 hp power output drops to and 333 lb-ft of torque. Optional turbocharged diesel 6.6-liter V8 making 397 hp and 765 lb-ft of torque, which is sent through a beefier six-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard for all models, with four-wheel drive optional.

Properly fitted and depending on the body style, Silverado 2500HD can haul up to £ 3.760 and tow up to £ 17.900 with fifth wheel hitch.

On line test of Edmunds, a Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab LTZ 4WD diesel V8 with a run from zero to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds. It was impressive for a quick pickup of heavy duty, let alone a cabin crew with 4WD.

Safety



Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control (with Trailer Sway Control), front seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. Thanks for also include OnStar (including automatic crash notification, on-demand assistance roadside, remote door unlocking, stolen vehicle assistance and turn-by-turn navigation).

Optional safety equipment includes front and rear parking sensors, rear view mirror and camera Standby package Driver (including the departure path warning, forward collision warning, safety-seat alert and front and rear Park assist).

During testing of Edmunds ', a Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab LTZ 4WD came to a stop from 60 mph in 135 feet, which is about the average for this segment.

Interior design and special features

The overall quality and design of the new Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD cabin is increased. The material is of high quality, crisp graphics and gauge cluster is a snap to read day or night. The design is attractive, and trim the top level boasts a handsome accent stitching in the top of the dashboard. Controls that are frequently used, such as for the radio volume and tuning as well as those to adjust cabin climate, large and well placed.

Display information centrally located between the tachometer and speedometer are intuitive to navigate, and the graphics are simple and easy to interpret. In the middle of the stack, either color MyLink infotainment features 4.2-and 8-inch has a sophisticated (and in some cases reconfigurable) graphic options. Unfortunately, MyLink can sometimes be slow to respond to the input of your touch.

The front seats are quite comfortable, supportive and pretty. The lack of choice in the telescoping steering wheel trim WT, however, may make it more difficult for some people to get the ideal driving position. In the crew, no need to call "shotgun," as the rear seats are comfortable with a good sloping proper and supported for a solid leg and back support.

Some additional standard features on the top trim can be added to the lower level of trim as an option. Another option is highlighted, depending on the trim level, including 20-inch wheels, different axle ratios, Bedliner, box beds storage protector, a variety of quilt tonneau, sunroof, mirrors, trailering Driver Standby package (including front and rear parking sensors, warning line of departure, forward collision warning and safety alert the driver), power-adjustable pedals, steering column telescoping, navigation system, Bose audio system, ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel and a rear seat entertainment system.

Also available Z71 Off-Road package, which includes 18-inch alloy wheels are polished, hill descent control, skid plates, specially tuned shock absorbers, stabilizer bar up front is different and unique styling tweaks to the grille, bumper and door sill plates.