2013 Chevy Silverado 1500

Whether you know vehicles or not, the 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 is probably going a well-recognized vehicle; in a huge swath of variations, it is the device of selection for individuals who need to get issues done. From sport vehicles to hybrids, and up off-street rigs and heavy-duty fashions, the Silverado 1500 nonetheless stacks up properly in opposition to rivals-no matter what the priority.

The one exception may be styling; with no important adjustments to its exterior or interior-save a couple of minor touches-because the 2007 mannequin 12 months, when this era made its debut-the 2012 Chevrolet. It nonetheless seems like it means enterprise (or pleasure, to truck of us), but with the introduction of a refreshed Ram 1500 lineup this year, the Silverado is now by far probably the most dated design of the Big Three trucks.

For 2013 there aren't any major adjustments to the 2013

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lineup; it still takes on the Ford F-a hundred and fifty, Ram 1500, and the intently related GMC Sierra 1500. Just as earlier than, there isn't any lack of fashions and build combinations. Chevy's full-dimension vans come in a type to go well with practically each doable sort of truck consumer, from boot-carrying Texas hipsters to tie-carrying city commercial architects-and the whole lot in between. Consumers can decide into one among three physique kinds, and certainly one of two inside designs; from amongst 4 fuel engines and two automated transmissions, or one gasoline-electric drivetrain; and from mattress lengths ranging from the smallest 5'-eight" bed on Crew Cabs and Hybrids, to the 6-6" mattress on all versions save for the Hybrid, to the eight' bed offered on all versions except the Hybrid.

The powertrains supplied in the Silverado are still competitive-except for the base 195-horsepower, 4.three-liter V-6, which we'd solely recommend to fleet buyers. At the base level if you want a V-8 is the flex-gas, 302-hp 4.eight-liter; it is completely enough but comes with a four-speed automated transmission. A flex-gas 5.three-liter V-eight with 315 hp comes in more mainstream versions, and it is outfitted with gas-saving cylinder deactivation in some models; and at the high quality, a 6.2-liter, 403-hp, flex-gasoline V-eight within the Silverado LTZ. The 5.3-liter is our alternative of the gasoline-only Silverados: it has ample power for nearly each want, and comes with only a slight gasoline-mileage penalty over the basic V-6.

Although the Silverado Hybrid has not been a prime seller by any means, GM is constant to supply it, and its 20-mpg city, 23 freeway EPA scores actually make them sensible picks. The Silverado Hybrid is sort of different from the other Silverado models, because of a two-mode hybrid powertrain that pairs an aluminum-alloy 6.0-liter V-eight with cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing, to an electrically variable transmission (EVT) with 4 mounted-ratio gears and two electric motor/mills, as well as a nickel-metal-hydride 300-volt battery pack. All together, these pieces mix to supply 332 horsepower and 367 pound-ft of torque. Despite its additional heft, the Silverado Hybrid can tow 6,100 pounds with 2WD, or 5,900 pounds with computerized dual-range four-wheel drive, and it performs about in addition to 5.three-liter standard variations-although steering is not quite as responsive.

The lavish, upgraded cabin supplies of the 2013 Dodge Ram vans are going to be powerful to beat, however the Silverado's cabin does nicely with the fundamentals. Entrance area is ample, and although the bucket seats could possibly be more supportive for longer journeys, we'd still opt for them over the flat front bench for private use. On Crew Cab Silverados, the rear seat is placed high, stadium-type, and is break up 60/40 so it may be folded down for more carrying house, but the rear seatback is sort of vertical, making it uncomfortable for longer trips. Build high quality is tight, and generally the inside is hushed and refined.

A flexible set of fashions, options, and choices, in addition to powertrains and physique styles remains to be on the root of the Silverado's appeal. One way or the other it's a model that not solely appeals to work-truck buyers but also those seeking an opulent commuter gadget or lengthy-distance towing rig. GM's OnStar telematics system comes standard, and offers navigation help or emergency companies (by subscription, after a yr), whereas cruise control and Bluetooth connectivity are not on the standard-function list.