2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500hd Review and Specs

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD is a good pickup truck option for people needing to move equipment or pull large trailers. It can suit a range of budgets because it comes in different trims. The truck has a maximum towing capability of 36,000 pounds and is equipped with a 6.6-liter gasoline-fired V-8 or 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 engine. It has a single or dual rear axle layout, rear- or four-wheel drive, and a 10-speed automatic transmission. A work crew can fit within the roomy interior, but it lacks the elegance seen in the Ford Super Duty and Ram HD lines.

Cost and Selection of Items for Purchase

Depending on the model and extras, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD / 3500HD may cost anywhere from $46,395 to $81,830. The 2500HD with the crew cab and the regular cargo bed is what we would pick. To the LT trim level, we would also add all-wheel drive and the Duramax diesel engine. For better capabilities and style, we suggest the Z71 Off-Road package (18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, spray-in bed liner, strengthened suspension, and underbody protection). With its 10-way power driver's seat, dual-zone temperature control, heated front seats, LED cargo-bed lighting, heated steering wheel, remote start, and other features, the Convenience package looks to be a good deal. Ultimately, this beast is easier to live with thanks to the Safety package.

Performance, Engine, and Transmission

The base gas-powered 6.6-liter V-8 engine in the Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD produces 464 pound-feet of torque and 401 horsepower. The previous generation's Duramax diesel 6.6-liter V-8 engine is still available. It still has 975 pound-feet of torque and 470 horsepower. Both engines may be connected to a single or twin rear-wheel axle, an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission, and either rear- or four-wheel drive. In 2019, we toyed many tons while driving the diesel across mountains, and we were amazed with its capacity. Although the gasoline engine is rather powerful, people who frequently pull large loads should go for the Duramax drivetrain. Its formidable strength and the transmission's smooth reflexes add another degree of complexity. Less comforting, though, was the heavy-duty Silverado's lack of steering feel and precision, even with the electric assist system installed. Despite this, the large Chevy handles remarkably well given all of the weight it has to perform its amazing feats. We were thrilled by the large HD pickup's trail performance and comfort while driving after seeing the ZR2 Bison variant off-road in California's Johnson Valley.

Capacity for Payload and Towing

The greatest payload and towing capacities of heavy-duty vehicles are used to evaluate them, even though most people never really test those enormous weights. Up to 17,400 pounds may be toted by the gasoline-powered Silverado HD and up to 36,000 pounds by the diesel variant. Up to 7442 pounds of payload may be transported by the strongest Silverado 3500HD with a conventional cab and dual-rear-wheel axle.

Cargo, Comfort, and Interior

There is a vast array of available technologies and interior layouts for pickup trucks. The heavy-duty Silverado comes in many configurations, ranging from a crew cab to a work truck with less accessories. Each has a rugged dashboard filled with intuitive switches. With a larger wheelbase than the previous generation, the Chevy's crew-cab short-box configuration offers more passenger room. Even the most expensive versions fall short of the Ram HD's level of complexity and material quality, but the Silverado's amenities and interior manage to go above standard truck luxury. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, and other features are among the most desired features. The enormous center console in the Chevy draws attention to the plenty of cubby storage inside.

Connectivity and Entertainment

With standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, every Silverado HD has a touchscreen that supports Chevy's Google-based infotainment system. In addition to a touch-sensitive display, it has physical buttons and voice instructions, as well as a handy volume and tuning knob. Users can record several trailer profiles on the infotainment system to track maintenance and even manage trailer operations using a smartphone app. For the LT, LTZ, High Country, and ZR2 trims, a bigger 13.4-inch touchscreen comes standard; these trims also come with an integrated wireless smartphone charging pad.

Features for Safety and Driver Assistance

Numerous driver-assistance technologies are available for every Silverado HD, and towing is made easier with several trailer-specific help. Even better, there's a helpful multiview camera system with a transparent mode that lets the driver almost see through the trailer, making it easier to operate in parking lots and merge onto the highway when towing.

• Automated emergency braking and forward collision warning systems are available.
• Blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic warning are optional.
• Adaptive cruise control is available.

Guarantee and Upkeep Reportage

Chevy offers a competitive warranty that rivals those of other brands like Ford and Ram for the Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD. Additionally, a free regular maintenance check is included with every heavy-duty Silverado.

• A limited warranty is valid for 36 months or 36,000 miles.
• A powertrain warranty is valid for 60,000 miles or five years.
• Gratitude-free maintenance is included on the initial visit.

FAQs

What is the lifespan of a Chevy Silverado 3500?

A well-maintained Chevy Silverado may have an average mileage life of between 200,000 and 300,000 miles. That translates to ten to twenty years of service, depending on how far your Silverado will be driven in Galesburg.

How much cargo space does a Chevy 3500 have?

14,000 pounds is the GVWR. Maximum Payload: 7,040–5,751 lbs.