2009 Silverado 1500

Chevrolet Overviews

For Release: June 9, 2008

2009 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

New for 2009

Model/Trim Lineup

 

Engines

Transmissions

 

Vortec 4.3L V-6
(LU3)

Vortec 4.8L V-8
(LY2)

Vortec 5.3L V-8
(LY5, LMG, LH6, LC9)

Vortec 6.0L
V-8
(L76)

Vortec 6.2L V-8 (L9H)

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L60)

6-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 6L80)

All cabs w/ Work Truck (1WT)

s 1

o 2

o
LY5 3
LM6/LC9 4
LH6 4

–

–

s

s 8

Crew Cab w/ 1LS

–

s

–

–

–

s

–

All cabs w/ 1LT

–

s 5

o
LY5 3
LM6/LC9 4
LH6 4

o 6

–

s

o

Ext. Cab & Crew Cab w/ LTZ (1LZ)

–

–

s
LY5 3
LMG/LC9 4
LH6 4

o 6

o 7

s

o 7

1 avail. only with reg. cab models, 2WD ext. cab std. box and 2WD ext. cab short box
2 std. on crew cab, 4WD ext. cab std. box and 4WD ext. cab short box and; not avail. on reg. cab models
3 not avail. on 4WD crew cab; std. on ext. cab. long box
4 requires 4WD crew cab
5 not avail. on ext. cab long box
6 not avail. on reg. cab or ext. cab long box
7 avail. on crew cab only
8 std. with 5.3L (interim availability on reg. and ext. cabs)

Key  

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available

–

2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 ADDS FUEL-SAVING SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND POWERFUL 6.2L V-8

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is not only the strongest ever offered by Chevrolet, but it delivers segment-topping fuel economy – a combination that is winning over more and more customers and critics – including repeat appearances on Car and Driver’s 5Best Trucks list for 2008.

For ’09, Silverado’s fuel economy advantage is enhanced with a new six-speed automatic that is paired with V-8 engines (except the 4.8L). Also, a new 6.2L V-8 with variable valve timing and E85 capability is offered on crew cab models; it is rated at 403 horsepower (301 kW). Additional new safety and convenience features give Silverado customers a broader array of choices when selecting the truck to fit their lifestyle.

“Silverado is the industry benchmark for full-size trucks,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “The new six-speed automatic is the latest example of how Chevrolet is working on fuel solutions for all of its vehicles, strengthening its leadership position in the market.”

A Silverado Hybrid model also is available starting in 2009 and it delivers a 25-percent improvement in overall fuel economy while offering the Silverado’s traditional capabilities – including a 6,100-pound (2,767 kg) towing capacity. Please see the separate Silverado Hybrid release for complete details and specifications.

Fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission

Silverado’s new Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission rolls out on models equipped with 5.3L, 6.0L and 6.2L engines. It debuts in crew cabs and migrates to regular cab and extended cab models with the 5.3L and 6.0L engines (except extended cab/short box 5-foot 8-inch configurations).

The six-speed helps achieve better fuel efficiency on the highway through lower “cruising” rpm – less fuel is used with the lower engine speed. The reduced engine speed also enhances the interior’s quietness.

2009 new features and changes

In addition to the new six-speed automatic transmission and 6.2L V-8, a host of new features and revisions gives customers more choices. They include:

Changes and revisions to previous models and equipment packages include:

Silverado lineup

The Silverado lineup is built on GM’s robust full-size truck architecture. It supports a smooth ride and confident handling while delivering segment-leading capability and power. A lineup of powerful small-block V-8 engines complements the stronger chassis to deliver a confident towing capacity of – 10,700 pounds / 4,853 kg (extended cab with 6.0L and enhanced trailering package) – with a maximum payload capacity of 1,909 pounds / 866 kg (2WD crew cab).

There are three cab styles – regular, extended and crew cab – and three cargo box lengths: 5 foot 8 inches (short), 6 foot 6 inches (standard) and 8 foot (long). The pickup is available in four trim levels: WT, LS (crew cab only), LT and LTZ; and is available in 2WD and 4WD.

Silverado’s pure pickup design

The Silverado’s exterior design delivers on its reputation as the industry’s strongest, most dependable and longest-lasting pickup truck. It has a broad, chiseled face, which accents a broad-shouldered stance and gives the Silverado a powerful, muscular presence. The front-end appearance is unique to Silverado, including the front fenders, grille, headlamps, bumpers, power dome hood, taillamps, box design and flared rear fenders.

Silverado’s large grille and a prominent gold bow tie are flanked by premium-look, reflector-optics headlamps. A power dome hood rises from the front end, alluding to the workhorse power plant beneath it. The large, vertically stacked headlamps are pushed to the outer edges of the body and have a detailed appearance that reinforces the trucks’ refinement.

A chrome bumper is standard on LT trim level models, while LTZ trim level models receive body-color front bumpers. The door handles are robust, grab-style designs, which are designed for easy use with gloves. The popular Z71 Off Road package offers unique body side identification.

Silverado models are offered with a range of 17-, 18- and 20-inch wheels. Eighteen-inch wheels are optional with the Z71 package and standard on LTZ. Twenty-inch wheels are available on LT and LTZ models.

Spacious, refined interior

The Silverado features two completely distinct interiors to meet the diverse needs of today’s pickup consumer. The WT, LS and LT trim levels feature the pure pickup interior and the LTZ trim level features the same luxury-inspired interior that is currently available on Chevrolet’s full-size utilities.

Silverado models are more spacious inside, with increased storage capacity. Spaciousness is enhanced with new, “low and forward” instrument panels. The instrument panel offered as part of the LTZ trim level is five inches lower and farther forward than previous-generation models. The WT, LS and LT trim levels feature an instrument panel that is 3.5 inches lower and farther forward.

The pure pickup interior offered on WT, LS and LT trim levels features larger controls and door handles that are easier to use with gloves. A large-capacity, double glove box is integrated into the instrument panel. Cloth seats are standard on WT, LS and LT models; leather seating is available on LT models along with a six-way, power-adjustable driver seat. A new, lockable in-seat storage bin is built into a new 40/20/40-split bench; it is large enough to store a laptop computer and features a 12-volt power outlet. WT models are offered in a Dark Titanium interior color; LS and LT models are offered in Ebony or Ebony/Light Titanium and Ebony/Light Cashmere combinations.

LTZ models feature a luxury-inspired interior with a unique instrument panel, door panels, larger-capacity center console that offers 20.1 liters of undivided storage and other distinct trim. Heated, 10-way, power-adjustable leather front seats are standard, along with a Bose speaker system. Crew cab LTZ models add rain-sensing automatic windshield wipers, a rear-seat audio system and large glove box that offers approximately five liters of storage capacity. LTZ interior color schemes include Ebony, Dark Titanium/Light Titanium and Dark Cashmere/Light Cashmere combinations.

Standard on crew cab models and available on extended cab models is a stadium-style rear seat with a 60/40-split design and folding center armrest. It can be easily folded up with one hand, without using a release handle, to provide an uninterrupted load floor. Or, either section of the split seat can be stowed independently, allowing room for both cargo and a rear-seat passenger.

Entry to the rear seat/storage area of extended cab models is eased with rear access doors that open 170 degrees. Power-operated rear side windows lower completely into the 170-degree access doors, providing 100-percent openness on LT and LTZ trim level vehicles. A power sliding rear window is available on extended cab and crew cab configurations with LT and LTZ trim levels.

Confident and capable driving experience

Built on GM’s new full-size truck platform, the Silverado incorporates features such as a fully boxed frame, coil-over-shock front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering. It also has wide front and rear tracks that enhance stability and driving confidence through a more secure road feel.

Responsive ride and handling traits deliver a heightened feeling of control while supporting class-leading capability, including a maximum towing capacity of 10,700 pounds / 4,853 kg (extended cab) and a maximum payload of 1,909 pounds / 866 kg (crew cab 2WD).

The front suspension consists of a coil-over-shock design that delivers linear, solid and unwavering ride-and-handling characteristics on all road surfaces. Steering is handled with a responsive rack-and-pinion system that provides precise control and strong on-center feel. A Hotchkiss-type rear suspension provides superior isolation and ride with a splayed arrangement for the shock absorbers.

Silverado is offered with five suspension systems, each tailored to suit specific driving requirements:

A high-capacity brake system with a four-channel ABS system provides superior stopping capability. ABS is standard on all models and is linked to the StabiliTrak electronic stability control system to help mitigate the occurrence of rollover events.

GM’s sophisticated StabiliTrak electronic stability control system is standard on all models with a V-8 engine – and is a segment exclusive. Partnered with new brake system and four-channel, four-sensor electronic brake controls, the system provides more precise, controlled ABS stops, as well as enhanced traction/yaw stability.

Small-block-based powertrains

Silverado models are powered by an efficient lineup of engines, led by the segment’s highest-rated V-8 engine family. Advanced technologies, such as Active Fuel Management (AFM) and variable valve timing (VVT), help Silverado deliver the segment’s best fuel economy. Three FlexFuel engines are available – and partnered with fuel-saving AFM – giving customers the choice of powering their truck with E85 ethanol, gasoline or a combination of both fuels. Light-duty engine offerings include:

The 4.3L and 4.8L engines are backed by proven Hydra-Matic electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmissions. New for ’09 is a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed transmission that is paired with the 5.3L, 6.0L and 6.2L engines.

Trailering

The maximum trailering package combines a heavy-duty 9.5-inch rear axle, locking differential, heavy-duty cooling system and other enhanced features to enable a maximum towing capacity of 10,700 pounds (4,853 kg) on extended cab models.

An integrated trailer brake controller is available on all models. I t is integrated with the ABS system and provides immediate and measured brake force signaling to electric-controlled trailer brake systems. There is no requirement for external and/or aftermarket brake control systems. The brake controller switch is conveniently mounted on the lower-left section of the instrument panel.

Safety and security

Silverado delivers 360 degrees of safety protection through a stronger frame and body structure as well as industry- and segment-leading technology. It is also designed to provide increased compatibility with other vehicles. Features include segment-first StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation technology, roof-mounted rollover-capable head curtain side air bags, which are integrated into strengthened chassis and body structures to provide excellent passenger protection, and segment-first safety belt pretensioners that activate during a rear-end crash. The rollover-capable head curtain side air bags are available on LT and LTZ models.

Additional safety features are offered on Silverado, including factory-installed remote vehicle starting (a segment exclusive), Autotrac active transfer case to help keep the vehicle sure-footed in slippery driving situations, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist and a tire pressure monitoring system.

All retail models come standard with the OnStar 8.0 system, including a one-year subscription to the Safe & Sound plan. The OnStar service includes the General Motors Advanced Crash Response System, making crash data available to emergency services to potentially dispatch the appropriate life-saving personnel and equipment to crash scenes faster. If the vehicle is in a crash that activates an air bag, the OnStar system automatically notifies an OnStar advisor who will check on the occupants or summon emergency help if necessary. OnStar also can assist authorities in locating a vehicle if it is reported stolen and provides remote door-unlocking service (for vehicles equipped with power locks).

*SAE certified.

 

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Contact:
Brian Goebel
Chevrolet Communications
Phone: 313-665-8049
E-mail: brian.goebel@gm.com

Kelly Wysocki
Product Development Communications
Phone: 586-492-0122
E-mail: kelly.wysocki@gm.com

Antonio Sanchez Jimenez
Gerente de Relaciones Públicas y Comunicación
General Motors de Mexico
Office: 011-5255-5901-3042
E-mail: angelantonio.sanchezjimenez@gm.com

SPECIFICATIONS

Silverado 1500 Regular Cab

Models:

C/K 10703: regular cab standard box, 2WD and 4WD

 

C/K 10903: regular cab long box, 2WD and 4WD

Body style / driveline:

2/3-passenger regular cab, 1/2-ton, 2- and, 4-wheel drive light-duty pickups available with 6-foot 6-inch and 8-foot (2 m and 2.4 m) box

EPA vehicle class:

full-size truck

Manufacturing location:

Pontiac, Mich.; Fort Wayne, Ind.

Key competitors:

Ford F-Series, Dodge Ram, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan

Engines

 

Vortec 4.3L V-6 (LU3)

Vortec 4.8L V-8 (LY2)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (LMG)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LY5)

Type:

4.3L V-6

4.8L V-8

5.3L V-8

5.3L V-8

Displacement
(cu in / cc):

262 / 4300

293 / 4807

325 / 5328

325 / 5328

Bore & stroke
(in / mm):

4 x 3.48 / 101.6 x 88

3.78 x 3.27 / 96 x 83

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

Cylinder head material:

cast iron

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

direct composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.2:1

9.1:1

9.9:1

9.9:1

Horsepower
(hp / kW @ rpm):

195 / 145 @ 4600

295 / 220 @ 5600*

320 / 240 @ 5200*

315 / 235 @ 5200*

Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

260 / 353 @ 2800

305 / 414 @ 4600*

340 / 461 @ 4200*

338 / 458 @ 4400*

Recommended fuel:

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

E85 and/or regular unleaded

regular unleaded

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

5600

 6000

 6000

6000

Emissions controls:

close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

EPA estimated fuel economy
(city / hwy):

2WD: 15 / 20
4WD: 14 / 18

2WD: 14 / 19
4WD: 14 / 18

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

 Transmissions

 

Hydra-Matic 4L60

Hydra-Matic 6L80

Type:

4-speed automatic

6-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

 

 

First:

3.06

4.03

Second:

1.63

2.36

Third:

1.00

1.53

Fourth:

0.70

1.15

Fifth:

—

0.85

Sixth:

—

0.67

Reverse:

2.29

3.06

Final drive ratio (std. & avail.):

3.23, 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10

3.42

 Chassis/Suspension

Front:

2WD & 4WD: independent coil-over-shock; monotube shock absorbers

Rear:

solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs; splayed shock absorbers; monotube shocks available

Steering type:

power-assisted rack-and-pinion (2WD & 4WD)

Steering ratio:

19.2:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3.5

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m)

 

2WD/4WD Reg. Cab Standard Box:

39.7 / 12.1

2WD/4WD Reg. Cab Long Box:

44.3 / 15.4

Brakes

Type:

power-assisted, front disc/rear drum, 4-wheel ABS

Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)

 

disc/drum brakes:

front: 12.99 x 1.18 / 330 x 30
rear: 11.61 x 2.36 / 295 x 60

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)

 

disc/drum brakes:

front: 301.2 / 1944
rear: 172.4 / 1112

 Wheels/Tires

Wheel size & type:

17 x 7.5-in. steel

 

17 x 7.5-in. chrome-style steel

 

17 x 7.5-in. polished cast aluminum

 

18 x 8-in. chrome-clad aluminum

 

20 x 8.5-in. chrome aluminum

 

22-inch (dealer installed)

Tires:

P245/70R17 all season, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 AL2, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 on/off road, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/65R18 all season, blackwall or white letter

 

P275/55R20 AL2 touring blackwall

 

22-inch TBD (dealer installed)

Dimensions
Exterior

 

Regular Cab, Standard Box

Regular Cab, Long Box

Wheelbase (in / mm):

119 / 3023

133 / 3378

Overall length (in / mm):

205.6 / 5222

224.5 / 5702

Overall width (in / mm):

79.9 / 2031

79.9 / 2031

Overall height (in / mm)

 

 

2WD:

73.8 / 1876

73.7 / 1872

4WD:

73.8 / 1876

73.8 / 1876

Track (in / mm)

 

 

Front:

68.1 / 1732

68.1 / 1732

Rear:

67 / 1702

67 / 1702

Min. running ground clearance

 

 

2WD:

8.4 / 215

8.9 / 228

4WD:

9.1 / 231

9.5 / 241

Ground to top of load floor
(in / mm)

 

 

2WD:

35.4 / 900

34.9 / 888

4WD:

34.7 / 882

34.5 / 877

Step-in height

 

 

2WD:

22.6 / 574

22.6 / 574

4WD:

22.6 / 574

22.6 / 574

Approach angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

14.6

15.4

4WD:

15.6

16.3

Breakover angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

24.4

21.5

4WD:

24.4

21.8

Departure angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

25

24.1

4WD:

24.2

23.3

Interior

 

Regular Cab

Headroom (in / mm):

41.3 / 1051

Legroom (in / mm):

41.3 / 1049

Shoulder room (in / mm):

65.2 / 1656

Hip room (in / mm):

62.5 / 1588

Curb Weight & Payload

 

GVWR (lb / kg)

Base Curb Weight (lb / kg)*

Payload (lb / kg)*

Weight Distribution (% front / rear)

2WD

 

 

 

 

Reg. Cab Standard Box:

6400 / 2903

4558 / 2068

1800 / 816

58 / 42

Reg. Cab Long Box:

6400 / 2903

4751 / 2155

1663 / 754

58 / 42

4WD

 

 

 

 

Reg. Cab Standard Box:

6400 / 2903

4798 / 2176

1565 / 710

59 / 41

Reg. Cab Long Box:

6800 / 3084

5007 / 2271

1802 / 817

59 / 41

*5.3L with 6-spd transmission

Cargo box

 

Regular Cab, Standard Box

Regular Cab, Long Box

Cargo volume (cu ft / L):

60.7 / 1718

75.5 / 2138

Length at floor (in / mm):

78.8 / 2003

97.8 / 2479

Width at floor (in / mm):

62.4 / 1586

62.4 / 1586

Width between wheel housings (in / mm):

50.6 / 1286

50.6 / 1286

Tailgate width (in / mm):

61.5 / 1564

61.5 / 1564

Inside height (in / mm):

21 / 553

21 / 553

 Capacities

 

Regular Cab, Standard Box

Regular Cab, Long Box

Seating:

2 or 3

2 or 3

Fuel tank (gal / L):

26 / 98

34 / 128

 

Vortec 4.3L

Vortec 4.8L

Vortec 5.3L

Engine oil (qt / L):

4.5 / 4.3

6 / 5.7

6 / 5.7

Cooling system (qt / L):

12.6 / 11.9

13.4 / 12.7

14.9 / 14.1

Trailering

Trailer towing maximum with ball hitch (lb / kg):

 

Reg. Cab, Std. Box

2WD: 9200 / 4173 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)
4WD: 8900 / 4037 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)

Reg. Cab, Long Box

2WD: 10000 / 4536 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)
4WD: 9800 / 4445 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)

* SAE certified.
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.

Silverado 1500 Extended Cab

Models:

C/K 10753: Extended Cab Standard Box, 2WD & 4WD

 

C/K 10953: Extended Cab Long Box, 2WD & 4WD

 

C/K 10553: Extended Cab Short Box, 2WD & 4WD

Body style / driveline:

5/6-passenger Extended Cab, 1/2-ton, 2-and 4-wheel drive light-duty pickups available with 5-foot 8-inch, 6-foot 6-inch, and 8-foot (1.7 m, 2 m and 2.4 m) box

EPA vehicle class:

full-size truck

Manufacturing location:

Pontiac, Mich.; Oshawa, Ontario, Canada; Fort Wayne, Ind.

Key competitors:

Ford F-Series, Dodge Ram, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan

Engines

 

Vortec 4.3L V-6 (LU3)

Vortec 4.8L V-8 (LY2)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (LMG)

Type:

4.3L V-6

4.8L V-8

5.3L V-8

Displacement (cu in / cc):

262 / 4300

293 / 4807

325 / 5328

Bore & stroke (in / mm):

4 x 3.48 / 101.6 x 88

3.78 x 3.27 / 96 x 83

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

Cylinder head material:

cast iron

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

direct composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.2:1

9.1:1

9.9:1

Horsepower
(hp / kW @ rpm):

195 / 145 @ 4600*

295 / 220 @ 5600*

320 / 240 @ 5200*

Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

260 / 353 @ 2800*

305 / 414 @ 4600*

340 / 461 @ 4200*

Recommended fuel:

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

E85 and/or regular unleaded

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

5600

 6000

 6000

Emissions controls:

close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

EPA estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):

2WD: 15 / 20

2WD: 14 / 19
4WD: 14 / 18

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

Engines cont’d

 

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LY5)

Vortec 6.0L V-8 Vortec Max (L76)

Type:

5.3L V-8

6.0L V-8

Displacement
(cu in / cc):

325 / 5328

364 / 5967

B ore & stroke
(in / mm):

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast aluminum

Cylinder head material:

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder, variable valve timing

Ignition system:

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.9:1

9.6:1

Horsepower
(hp / kW @ rpm):

315 / 235 @ 5200*

367 / 274 @ 5600*

Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

338 / 458 @ 4400*

375 / 508 @ 4300*

Recommended fuel:

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

6000

6000

Emissions controls:

close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

 

 

EPA estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

2WD: 13 / 18
4WD: 13 / 17

 Transmissions

 

Hydra-Matic 4L60

Hydra-Matic 6L80

Type:

4-speed automatic

6-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

 

 

First:

3.06

4.03

Second:

1.63

2.36

Third:

1.00

1.53

Fourth:

0.70

1.15

Fifth:

—

0.85

Sixth:

—

0.67

Reverse:

2.29

3.06

Final drive ratio
(std. & avail.):

3.23, 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10

3.42

 Chassis/Suspension

Front:

2WD & 4WD: independent coil-over-shock; monotube shock absorbers

Rear:

solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs; splayed shock absorbers; monotube shocks

Steering type:

power-assisted rack-and-pinion (2WD & 4WD)

Steering ratio:

16.73:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):

 

2WD/4WD Ext. Cab Short Box:

44.6 / 13.6

2WD/4WD Ext. Cab Standard Box:

46.9 / 14.3

2WD/4WD Ext. Cab Long Box:

51.2 / 15.6

Brakes

Type:

power-assisted, 4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS; or power-assisted, front disc/rear drum, 4-wheel ABS

Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)

 

disc/drum brakes:

front: 12.99 x 1.18 / 330 x 30
rear: 11.61 x 2.36 / 295 x 60

with 4-wheel disc:

front: 13 x 1.18 / 330.2 x 30
rear: 13.5 x 0.79 / 342.9 x 20

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)

 

with disc/drum brakes:

front: 301.2 / 1944
rear: 172.4 / 1112

with 4-wheel disc:

front: 257 / 1656
rear: 113 / 732

 Wheels/Tires

Wheel size & type:

17 x 7.5-in. steel

 

17 x 7.5-in. chrome-style steel

 

17 x 7.5-in. polished cast aluminum

 

18 x 8-in. chrome-clad aluminum

 

20 x 8.5-in. chrome aluminum

Tires:

P24570R17 all season, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 AL2, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 on/off road, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/65R18 all season, blackwall or white letter

 

P275/55R20 AL2 touring blackwall

Dimensions
Exterior

 

Extended Cab, Standard Box

Extended Cab, Long Box

Wheelbase (in / mm):

143.5 / 3645

157.5 / 4001

Overall length (in / mm):

230.2 / 5844

249.2 / 6325

Overall width (in / mm):

79.9 / 2031

79.9 / 2031

Overall height (in / mm)

 

 

2WD:

73.9 / 1876

73.6 / 1870

4WD:

73.7 / 1872

73.6 / 1868

Track (in / mm)

 

 

Front:

68.1 / 1732

68.1 / 1732

Rear:

67 / 1702

67 / 1702

Min. running ground clearance

 

 

2WD:

8.9 / 226

9 / 230

4WD:

9 / 228

9.3 / 240

Ground to top of load floor
(in / mm):

 

 

2WD:

34.4 / 876

34.1 / 867

4WD:

34 / 864

33.6 / 854

Step-in height

 

 

2WD:

22.6 / 574

22.6 / 574

4WD:

22.6 / 574

22.6 / 574

Approach angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

15.6

15.3

4WD:

15.8

15.5

Breakover angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

18

19.6

4WD:

17.8

19.3

Departure angle (deg)

 

 

2WD:

22.8

24

4WD:

22

23.3

Interior

 

Extended Cab, Front

Extended Cab, Rear

Headroom (in / mm):

41.2 / 1048

39.2 / 997

Legroom (in / mm):

41.3 / 1049

34.33 / 872

Shoulder room (in / mm):

65.2 / 1657

65.3 / 1658

Hip room (in / mm):

62.5 / 1588

61.8 / 1570

 Curb Weight & Payload

 

GVWR (lb / kg)

Base Curb Weight (lb / kg)*

Max. Payload (lb / kg)*

Weight Distribution (% front / rear)

2WD

 

 

 

 

Ext. Cab Standard Box:

6400 / 2903

5068 / 2299

1732 / 785

58 / 42

Ext. Cab Long Box:

6900 / 3130

5244 / 2378

1656 / 751

59 / 41

4WD

 

 

 

 

Ext. Cab Standard Box:

7000 / 3175

5309 / 2408

1691 / 767

59 / 41

Ext. Cab Long Box:

7000 / 3175

5504 / 2496

1496 / 678

60 / 40

*5.3L w/ 6-spd transmission

 Cargo box

 

Extended Cab, Standard Box

Extended Cab, Long Box

Cargo volume (cu ft / L):

60.7 / 1718

75.5 / 2138

Length at floor (in / mm):

78.8 / 2003

97.7 / 2483

Width at floor (in / mm):

62.4 / 1586

62.4 / 1586

Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):

50.6 / 1286

50.6 / 1286

Tailgate width (in / mm):

61.5 / 1564

61.5 / 1564

Inside height (in / mm):

21 / 553

21 / 553

 Capacities

 

Extended Cab, Standard Box

Extended Cab, Long Box

Seating:

5 or 6

5 or 6

Fuel tank (gal / L):

26 / 98

34 / 128

 

Vortec
4.3L

Vortec
4.8L

Vortec
5.3L

Vortec
6.0L

Engine oil (qt / L):

4.5 / 4.3

6 / 5.7

6 / 5.7

6 / 5.7

Cooling system (qt / L):

12.6 / 11.9

13.4 / 12.7

14.9 / 14.1

14.4 / 13.6

Trailering

Trailer towing maximum with ball hitch (lb / kg):

 

Ext. Cab, Std. Box:

2WD: 9700 / 4400 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle OR 6.0L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)
4WD: 9400 / 4264 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle OR 6.0L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)

Ext. Cab., Std. Box (w/ enhanced trailering pkg.):

2WD: 10700 / 4853 (6.0L w/ 3.73 axle)
4WD: 10400 / 4717 (6.0L w/ 3.73 axle)

Ext. Cab, Long Box:

2WD: 9500 / 4309 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)
4WD: 9200 / 4173 (5.3L w/ HD cooling, 6-spd and 3.42 axle)

* SAE certified.
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.

Silverado 1500 Crew Cab

Models:

C/K 10543: Crew Cab Short Box, 2WD & 4WD

Body style / driveline:

5/6-passenger Crew Cab, 1/2-ton, 2-and 4- wheel drive light-duty pickups available with 5-foot 8-inch (1.7 m) box

EPA vehicle class:

full-size truck

Manufacturing location:

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada; Silao, Mexico

Key competitors:

Ford F-Series, Dodge Ram, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan

Engines

 

Vortec 4.8L V-8 (LY2)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (LMG)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (LC9)

Type:

4.8L V-8

5.3L V-8

5.3L V-8

Displacement (cu in / cc):

293 / 4807

325 / 5328

325 / 5328

Bore & stroke (in / mm):

3.78 x 3.27 / 96 x 83

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast aluminum

Cylinder head material:

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.1:1

9.9:1

9.9:1

Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):

295 / 220 @ 5600*

320 / 240 @ 5200*

315 / 235 @ 5200*

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

305 / 414 @ 4600*

340 / 461 @ 4200*

338 / 458 @ 4400*

Recommended fuel:

regular unleaded

E85 and/or regular unleaded

E85 and/or regular unleaded

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

 6000

 6000

 6000

Emissions controls:

close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

EPA estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):

2WD: 14 / 19
4WD: 14 / 18

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

2WD: 14 / 19 (four-spd)
2WD: 14 / 20 (six-spd)
4WD: 14 / 19

Engines cont’d

 

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LH6)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LY5)

Vortec 6.0L V-8 Vortec Max (L76)

Vortec 6.2L V-8 FlexFuel (L9H)

Type:

5.3L V-8

5.3L V-8

6.0L V-8

6.2L V-8

Displacement (cu in / cc):

325 / 5328

325 / 5328

364 / 5967

376 / 6162

B ore & stroke (in / mm):

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92

4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92

Block material:

cast aluminum

cast iron

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Cylinder head material:

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder, variable valve timing

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder, variable valve timing

Ignition system:

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.9:1

9.9:1

9.6:1

10.5:1

Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):

315 / 235 @ 5200*

315 / 235 @ 5200*

367 / 274 @ 5600*

403 / 301 @ 5700*

Torque (lb-f t / Nm @ rpm):

338 / 458 @ 4400*

338 / 458 @ 4400*

375 / 508 @ 4300*

417 / 565 @ 4300*

Recommended fuel:

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

regular unleaded

regular unleaded (premium recommended but not required); or E85 ethanol

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

6000

6000

6000

6000

Emissions controls:

close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

EPA estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):

2WD: 15 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19 (four-spd)
4WD: 14 / 20 (six-spd)

2WD: 14 / 20
4WD: 14 / 19

2WD: 14 / 19
4WD: 13 / 18

2WD: 13 / 19
4WD: 12 / 19
AWD: 12 / 19

 Transmissions

 

Hydra-Matic 4L60

Hydra-Matic 6L80

Type:

4-speed automatic

6-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

 

 

First:

3.06

4.04

Second:

1.63

2.36

Third:

1.00

1.52

Fourth:

0.70

1.15

Fifth:

—

0.85

Sixth:

—

0.66

Reverse:

2.29

3.06

Final drive ratio (std. & avail.):

3.23, 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10

3.42

 Chassis/Suspension

Front:

independent coil-over-shock; monotube shock absorbers

Rear:

solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs; splayed shock absorbers; monotube shocks

Steering type:

power-assisted rack-and-pinion

Steering ratio:

16.73:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m)

 

2WD/4WD Crew cab short box:

47.2 / 14.4

Brakes

Type:

power-assisted, 4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS; or power-assisted, front disc/rear drum, 4-wheel ABS

Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)

 

disc/drum brakes:

front: 12.99 x 1.18 / 330 x 30
rear: 11.61 x 2.36 / 295 x 60

4-wheel disc:

front: 13 x 1.18 / 330.2 x 30
rear: 13.5 x 0.79 / 342.9 x 20

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)

 

disc/drum brakes:

front: 301.2 / 1944
rear: 172.4 / 1112

4-wheel disc:

front: 257 / 1656
rear: 113 / 732

 Wheels/Tires

 

17 x 7.5-in. steel

Wheel size & type:

17 x 7.5-in. chrome-style steel

 

17 x 7.5-in. polished cast aluminum

 

18 x 8-in. chrome-clad aluminum

 

20 x 8.5-in. six-spoke polished aluminum

Tires:

P24570R17 all season blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 AL2, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/70R17 on/off road, blackwall or white letter

 

P265/65R18 all season, blackwall or white letter

 

P275/55R20 AL2 touring blackwall

Dimensions
Exterior

 

Crew Cab, Short Box

Wheelbase (in / mm):

143.5 / 3645

Overall length (in / mm):

230 / 5844

Overall width (in / mm):

79.9 / 2031

Overall height (in / mm)

 

2WD:

73.8 / 1875

4WD:

74 / 1880

Track (in / mm)

 

Front:

68.1 / 1732

Rear:

67 / 1702

Min. running ground clearance (in / mm):

9 / 229

Ground to top of load floor (in / mm):

 

2WD:

33.5 / 851

4WD:

33.8 / 860

Step-in height

 

2WD:

22 / 561

4WD:

22 / 561

Approach angle (deg)