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| Evolution of the Century-old Chevrolet bowtie © General Motors |
Chevrolet’s
Iconic Bowtie Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Origin still uncertain, but 215
million cars and trucks have worn the badge since 1913
DETROIT – Chevrolet’s
globally recognized bowtie celebrates its 100th anniversary this
year with 25 product launches helping the symbol find new roads around the
world despite an origin that is still uncertain.
In
1913, Chevrolet co-founder William C. Durant introduced the signature Chevy
bowtie on the 1914 Chevrolet H-2 Royal Mail and the H-4 Baby Grand, centered at
the front of both models.
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| In 1913, Chevrolet co-founder William C. Durant first introduced the signature Chevrolet bowtie. The following year, the bowtie had its first debut on the Chevrolet H-2 Royal Mail model and the H-4 Baby Grand model. © General Motors |
Sixty million Chevrolets are on the roads worldwide today and the bowtie has adorned 215 million Chevrolets over the last century. A Chevrolet car, crossover or truck is sold every 6.39 seconds in one of 140 countries, and the brand set a sales record of 2.5 million in the first six months of the year. The bowtie’s centennial is marked by new entries, such as the Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel compact sedan in the U.S. and the Trax small SUV in 40 international markets.
“The Chevrolet bowtie is recognized around the world and has become synonymous with American ingenuity,” said Chevrolet Chief Marketing Officer Tim Mahoney. “Whether you’re pulling thousands of pounds through rocky terrain in a Silverado pickup or commuting in a Spark EV, Chevrolet’s bowtie will always be at the very front of your travels.”
While the bowtie has been present for 100 years, the details surrounding its origin are still uncertain. Stories range from Durant being inspired by the wallpaper design in a Parisian hotel to a newspaper advertisement he saw while vacationing in Hot Springs, Va. Durant’s widow and daughter have offered alternative explanations.
According to Margery Durant, in her 1929 book My Father, Durant sometimes doodled nameplate designs on pieces of paper at the dinner table. "I think it was between the soup and the fried chicken one night that he sketched out the design that is used on the Chevrolet car to this day," she wrote.
But in a 1968 interview, Durant’s widow, Catherine, said the bowtie design originated from a Hot Springs vacation in 1912. While reading a newspaper in their hotel room, Durant spotted a design and exclaimed, “I think this would be a very good emblem for the Chevrolet.” Unfortunately, Mrs. Durant never clarified what the motif was or how it was used.
But that nugget of information inspired Ken Kaufmann, historian and editor of The Chevrolet Review, to search out its validity. In a Nov. 12, 1911 edition of The Constitution newspaper, published in Atlanta, an advertisement appeared from by the Southern Compressed Coal Company for “Coalettes,” a refined fuel product for fires. The Coalettes logo, as published in the ad, had a slanted bowtie form, very similar to the shape that would soon become the Chevrolet icon.
Did Durant and his wife see the same ad – or one similar – the following year a few states to the north? The date of the paper Kaufmann found was just nine days after the incorporation of the Chevrolet Motor Co. The first use of the bowtie by Chevrolet appeared in the Oct. 2, 1913 edition of The Washington Post with the words “Look for this nameplate” above the symbol.
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.
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The Silverados towing capacities are: "Silverados equipped with the 4.3L V-6 will have towing ratings up to 7,200 pounds, the highest for any base V-6 in the segment. Silverados equipped with the 5.3L V-8 and the max towing package, available later this year, will have towing ratings of up to 11,500 pounds, which is more than any light-duty pickup currently on the market."
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The Silverados towing capacities are: "Silverados equipped with the 4.3L V-6 will have towing ratings up to 7,200 pounds, the highest for any base V-6 in the segment. Silverados equipped with the 5.3L V-8 and the max towing package, available later this year, will have towing ratings of up to 11,500 pounds, which is more than any light-duty pickup currently on the market."
For Immediate Release: Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. EDT
2014 Silverado 1500: Stronger, Smarter and More
Capable
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New from hood to hitch, with carryover base prices
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Best V-8 fuel economy, best available tow ratings of
any light-duty pickup
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Standard scheduled maintenance for two years or 24,000
miles
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| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Z71 on location © General Motors |
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| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Z71 on location © General Motors |
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| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Z71 on location © General Motors |
SAN ANTONIO – New from hood
to hitch, the 2014 Silverado 1500 is engineered to be stronger, smarter and
more capable than ever before.
Among the hundreds of improvements, large and small, are:
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A trio of all-new EcoTec3 engines, a V-6 and two
V-8s
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A stronger, quieter and more comfortable cab
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A refined new interior with features and
connectivity tailored to the needs of truck customers
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Revised steering, suspension and brakes for
improved ride and handling
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Ingenious solutions for managing cargo in the
bed.
Even with all of the improvements, the base
prices for all three configurations of the 2014 Silverado 1500 – regular
cab, double cab, and crew cab – carry over from 2013. Buyers of all 2014 Silverado 1500s also will receive a standard
scheduled maintenance program for two years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes
first.
Silverado crew cabs with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V-8 will begin
reaching Chevrolet dealers in May. The manufacturer’s
suggested retail prices for crew cabs start at $32,710, including a $995
destination freight charge –
the same as the 2013 model.
The crew cab will be joined this summer by a regular cab model and a
new double cab Silverado, which replaces the extended cab. Also available this
summer will be an all-new EcoTec3 V-6 with the most torque and highest towing
rating of any standard V-6.
Coming later in 2013 are an all-new 6.2L EcoTec3 V-8, engineered to
raise the bar for premium truck engines, and the High Country, a rugged,
luxurious Silverado tailored to the growing market for high-end pickups.
“When you combine the innovative features of the new Silverado with base
pricing equivalent to 2013 models and standard scheduled maintenance, Silverado
becomes a great choice for pickup customers, helping them save money when they
buy – and when they drive,” said Jeff Luke, executive chief engineer for
Silverado.
Innovative technology, tailored
for the way customers use trucks
Silverado’s innovative technology is tailored to the way customers use
full-size pickups, providing the power, efficiency, refinement and
dependability they expect from their trucks.
Examples include:
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EcoTec3 engines that provide class-leading V-8
fuel efficiency and towing capability, without the cost and complexity of
turbocharging
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High-strength steel that makes the frames and
cabs stronger and lighter, yet can take the pounding of towing, hauling and
off-road operation, year after year
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The strategic use of aluminum alloys to reduce
the weight of engines, front suspension components, hoods and other parts
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New interiors featuring ample storage, multiple
power and USB connections and available high-wear cloth for bench or bucket
seats
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Chevrolet MyLink, which provides powerful
connectivity for work or family with simple, intuitive controls.
“Millions of hardworking Americans rely on full-size pickups to run
their businesses, earn a living, and take care of their families,” said Luke. “So
as we reengineered the Silverado for improved performance, refinement and
efficiency, we selected materials and technologies we were confident could get
the job done.”
2014 Silverado 1500 at a glance
EcoTec3 engines: Silverado 1500
will offer three all-new EcoTec3 engines – a 4.3L V-6 SAE-certified
at 285 horsepower (212 kW) and 305 lb.-ft. of torque (413 Nm), a 5.3L V-8
certified at 355 horsepower (250 kW) and 383 lb.-ft. of torque (519 Nm), and later
this year, a new 6.2L V-8.
All three EcoTec3 engines
feature direct fuel injection, Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation)
and continuously variable valve timing, a combination not found in competitive
trucks. The engines also use a compact overhead-valve design and weight-saving
components such as aluminum blocks and cylinder heads, to reduce mass, for
additional energy savings
All three provide the proven power, torque and dependability of a
large-displacement engine, seamlessly switching to four-cylinder mode to save
fuel during light-load driving. The 5.3L V-8 has EPA–estimated fuel economy of
up to 23 mpg highway (2WD models), the best of any V-8 pickup, and better than
Ford EcoBoost V-6.
Silverados equipped with the 4.3L V-6 will have towing ratings up to
7,200 pounds, the highest for any base V-6 in the segment. Silverados equipped
with the 5.3L V-8 and the max towing package, available later this year, will
have towing ratings of up to 11,500 pounds, which is more than any light-duty
pickup currently on the market.
Functional, aerodynamic
exterior: Silverado’s exterior design blends strong Chevy truck heritage
with a refined, modern aesthetic. The new design is more muscular, more functional
and more aerodynamic. A twin-port grille, full-width bumper and dual power dome
hood create a strong presence, which is carried through in sculpted body sides
and fender flares.
The new Silverado design is about much more than just looks, however. The
new front end is engineered to improve sealing for more efficient cooling, while
the roof and tailgate spoiler were shaped in the wind tunnel to smooth airflow
over the truck for reduced drag. New inlaid doors, which fit into recesses in
the bodyside, reduce wind noise for a quieter cab.
All-new interiors tailored to
truck customers: The all-new interiors of the 2014 Silverado 1500 reflect
the same focus on form and function. The upright instrument panel, six-gauge
instrument cluster and multiple storage options are tailored specifically to
the needs of truck customers. Controls are functional, logically placed and
easy to operate with work gloves on. Rear doors on crew cabs are larger, for
easier entry and exit, and rear doors on double cab models are now hinged at
the front for easier access, especially in tight spots.
The new Chevrolet MyLink provides easy-to-use connectivity for the job
site or the family vacation, with natural voice recognition and enough ports
and power outlets to support multiple devices.
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Stronger, quieter cab: The new
truck cab is stronger, with nearly two-thirds of the structure made from
high-strength steel, for a confident feel and improved safety. Similarly, the
main rails and key cross members of the updated frame are high-strength steel
with major elements hydroformed for reduced mass and improved strength.
New shear-style body mounts tune out both up-and-down and side-to-side
movement for a quieter, more comfortable ride. Double cab and crew cab models
have a set of hydraulic body mounts to further isolate the cabs. Combined with
numerous other acoustic and NVH (noise vibration and harshness) enhancements, the
intended result is a solid, refined feel with no loss in traditional truck
capability.
Chevy MyLink for powerful,
intuitive connectivity: Most 2014 Silverados feature MyLink with a 4.2-inch
or 8-inch color touch screen radio. The 4.2-inch radio, standard on 2WT and LT
models, includes Bluetooth for phone streaming, two USB ports, an SD card slot
and natural voice recognition. LTZ and High Country models receive an 8-inch
high-definition touch screen that enables users to scroll or drag through
menus.
Both MyLink systems feature intuitive, easy-to-operate controls for
major functions. Silverado also features four selectable themes for the display
screen and drive information center, which tailor the look of the displays to
the taste of the customer.
Improved ride, handling and
safety: The chassis of the 2014 Silverado includes a number of
customer-focused updates. A revised front and rear suspension and wider wheels
provide a more comfortable ride and more confident handling. Electric power
steering improves steering feel and reduces fuel consumption. New
four-wheel-disc brakes with Duralife™
rotors improve brake feel and potentially double rotor life.
Silverado will be available with segment-exclusive safety features such
as Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning with an Active Safety Seat,
and Front and Rear Park Assist. StabiliTrak with Trailer
Sway Control and Hill Start Assist are standard on all Silverados.
Smart solutions for cargo
management: The pickup box also benefits from this focus on providing
Silverado customers with the right tools for the job. The box is made from
roll-formed steel for increased strength and reduced mass, compared with the
stamped beds used by major competitors, and it features a range of smart
solutions for everyday life.
Silverado’s CornerStep bumper, combined with handholds built into the
new box rail protectors, makes it easier to access the box. The bed is also
available with new upper tie-down hooks, under-rail light-emitting diode
lighting, and an EZ Lift and Lower tailgate.
For the first time, Silverado 1500 crew cabs will be available with a longer
6’6” box, in addition to the previous 5’8” box, enabling customers to carry
more cargo while still being able to park in many garages.
Seven models offer provide
customer choice: The 2014 Silverado 1500 will be available in seven
distinct trim levels. Two work trucks will be available, a 1WT and 2WT, with
the 2WT adding features such as chrome bumpers, high-wear cloth seats and
Chevrolet MyLink with a 4.2-inch color touch screen.
Silverado LT and LTZ models provide additional features, such as an
8-inch color touch radio and trailering package on the LT, and a standard 5.3L
EcoTec3 V-8, leather seating, and dual-zone climate control on the LTZ. Z71
models with enhanced off-road capability are available in both LT and LTZ trim
levels. This fall, the Silverado High Country will debut, giving Chevrolet a fresh
new entry in the fast-growing premium pickup segment.
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| The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country adds a new level of tough truck luxury to the lineup with a unique chrome grille with horizontal chrome bars, halogen projector headlamps and body-color front and rear bumpers. Unique 20-inch chrome wheels with P275/55R20 all-season tires are standard, as are chrome body side moldings, door handles and mirrors. © General Motors |
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Engineered and validated for
demanding customers
Truck customers are among the most discerning and demanding in the
business. They know trucks inside out –
many have owned trucks for decades. They work their trucks hard, under
conditions that would shock many car owners. They have tough tasks to do, and
they expect their trucks to do them, without complaint. And they expect their
trucks to endure – the average age of a full-size pickup is now more than 10.4
years.
The team that designed the new Silverado went to extremes to design a new
truck that would exceed the demands of these customers.
For example, GM’s new full-size trucks will undergo more than 6 million
miles of durability testing in the torture chambers at the Milford Proving
Ground, over the deserts and mountains of Nevada and across the frozen flats of
Kapuskasing, Ontario. That’s equivalent to 240 trips around the earth. In
addition, the trucks will accumulate more than 7 million real-world miles
during final testing, bringing total test miles to more than 13 million.
The increased power, torque and efficiency of the new EcoTec3 engine
family resulted from an unprecedented level of computer analysis, including
extensive computational flow dynamics, to optimize the burning of air and fuel
in the cylinders. More than 10 million of hours of computational analysis went
into the engine program. More than 6 million hours – about 685 years’ worth –
of analysis went into the advanced combustion system alone.
Even the basics, like the new inlaid doors, were tested to the extreme,
with the doors undergoing nearly 150 truck lives’ worth of testing.
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's
largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more
than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with
fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design,
and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.
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2014 SILVERADO
1500 REGULAR CAB SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models:
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C/K 15703: regular cab 6’ 6” box, 2WD and 4WD
C/K 15903: regular cab 8’ box, 2WD and 4WD
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Body style / driveline:
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2/3-passenger regular cab, half-ton, 2- and, 4-wheel drive light-duty
pickups available with 6’ 6” box and 8’ box
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EPA vehicle class:
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full-size truck
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Manufacturing location:
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Key competitors:
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Ford F-150, Ram 1500, Toyota
Tundra
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Engines
EcoTec3 4.3L V-6 FlexFuel (LV3)
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EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (L83)
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Type:
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4.3L V-6
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5.3L V-8
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Displacement (cu in / cc):
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262 / 4300
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325 / 5328
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Bore & stroke (in / mm):
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3.92 x 3.62 / 99.6 x 92
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3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92
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Block material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Cylinder head material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Valvetrain:
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overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
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overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
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Ignition system:
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coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug
wires
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coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug
wires
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Fuel delivery:
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direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
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direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
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Compression ratio:
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11.0:1
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11.0:1
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Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
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285 / 212 @ 5300
(gas – SAE certified)
297 / 221 @ 5300
(E85 – SAE certified)
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355 / 250 @ 5600
(gas – SAE certified)
380 / 283 @ 5600
(E85 – SAE certified)
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Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
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305 / 413 @ 3900
(gas – SAE certified)
330 / 447 @ 3900
(E85 – SAE certified)
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383 / 519 @ 4100
(gas – SAE certified)
416 / 564 @ 4100
(E85 – SAE certified)
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Recommended fuel:
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regular unleaded or E85
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regular unleaded or E85
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Maximum engine speed (rpm):
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5800
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5800
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Emissions controls:
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close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
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close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
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Estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):
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TBD
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16 / 23 (2WD)
16 / 22 (4WD)
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Transmission
Hydra-Matic 6L80
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Type:
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six-speed automatic
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Gear ratios (:1):
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First:
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4.03
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Second:
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2.36
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Third:
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1.53
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Fourth:
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1.15
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Fifth:
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0.85
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Sixth:
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0.67
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Reverse:
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3.06
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Final drive ratio (std. & avail.):
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3.08, 3.23 or 3.42; 3.73 with Max Trailering Package
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Chassis /
Suspension
Front:
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independent coil-over-shock; twin-tube shock absorbers
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Rear:
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solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage
multileaf springs; splayed shock absorbers; twin-tube shocks
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Steering type:
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electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
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Steering ratio:
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18.4:1
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Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
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3.46
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Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
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2WD with 6’ 6” box: 40 / 12.2
4WD with 6’ 6” box: 40 / 12.2
2WD with 8’ box: 44 / 13.4
4WD with 8’ box: 44 / 13.4
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Brakes
Type:
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power-assisted, four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS, with Duralife™
rotors; vented front rotors
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Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)
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front: 13 x 1.18 / x 330 x 30
rear: 13.6 x 0.79 / 345 x 20
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Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)
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front: 250 / 1612
rear: 252 / 1628
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Wheels /
Tires
Wheel size & type:
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17 x 8-in. steel (std. 1WT)
17 x 8-in. stainless steel-clad (std. 2WT)
17 x 8-in. bright machined aluminum (std. LT)
18 x 8.5-in. bright machined aluminum (avail. LT)
20 x 9-in. polished aluminum (avail. LT)
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Tires:
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P245/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
LT265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-terrain, blackwall or white-outlined letters
P275/55R20 all-season blackwall
P275/55R20 all-terrain blackwall
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Dimensions
Exterior
Regular Cab with 6’ 6” box
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Regular Cab with 8’ box
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Wheelbase (in / mm):
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119 / 3023
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133 / 3378
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Overall length (in / mm):
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205.6 / 5221
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224.4 / 5701
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Overall width (in / mm):
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80 / 2032
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80 / 2032
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Overall height (in / mm)
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2WD:
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74.0 / 1879
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73.5 / 1867
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4WD:
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74.1 / 1883
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73.8 / 1875
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Track (in / mm)
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2WD front:
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68.8 / 1747
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68.8 / 1747
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2WD rear:
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67.6 / 1716
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67.6 / 1716
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4WD front:
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68.7 / 1745
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68.7 / 1745
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4WD rear:
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67.6 / 1716
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67.6 / 1716
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Min. running ground clearance (in / mm):
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2WD:
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8.2 / 209
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8.3 / 212
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4WD:
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8.6 / 218
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8.8 / 223
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Ground to top of load floor (in / mm):
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2WD:
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36.3 / 922
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35.9 / 913
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4WD:
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36.2 / 919
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35.6 / 905
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Step-in height
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2WD:
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22.6 / 573
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22.4 / 568
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4WD:
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22.8 / 578
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22.5 / 572
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Approach angle (deg)
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2WD:
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14.5
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14.7
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4WD:
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15.2
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15.5
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Breakover angle (deg)
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2WD:
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24.4
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21.1
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4WD:
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24.1
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21.3
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Departure angle (deg)
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2WD:
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25.0
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23.7
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4WD:
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24.9
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23.4
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Cargo
box
Regular Cab with 6’ 6” box
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Regular Cab with 8’ box
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Cargo volume
(cu ft / L):
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61 / 1728
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76.3 / 2162
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Length at floor (in / mm):
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78.9 / 2003
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97.8 / 2483
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Width at floor (in / mm):
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64.6 / 1642
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64.6 / 1642
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Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):
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51 / 1296
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51 / 1296
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Tailgate width (in / mm):
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62.2 / 1579
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62.2 / 1579
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Inside height (in / mm):
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21.1 / 536
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21.1 / 536
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Interior
Regular Cab
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Headroom (in / mm):
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42.4 / 1077
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Legroom (in / mm):
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45.3 / 1150
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Shoulder room (in / mm):
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66 / 1677
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Hip room (in / mm):
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60.7 / 1543
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Curb
weight & payload
GVWR (lb
/ kg)
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Minimum
Curb Weight (lb / kg)
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Max. Payload
(lb / kg)
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Weight
Distribution (% front / rear)
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2WD:
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Regular Cab, 6’ 6” box
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6500 / 2948 (4.3L)
6600 / 2994 (5.3L)
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4387 / 1990 (4.3L)
4503 / 2042 (5.3L)
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2088 / 947 (4.3L)
2072 / 940 (5.3L)
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58 / 42
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Regular Cab, 8’ box
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6700 / 3039 (4.3L)
6800 / 3084 (5.3L)
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4567 / 2071 (4.3L)
4673 / 2119 (5.3L)
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2108 / 956 (4.3L)
2102 / 953 (5.3L)
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58 / 42
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4WD:
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Regular Cab, 6’ 6” box
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6700 / 3039 (4.3L)
6800 / 3084 (5.3L)
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4587 / 2080 (4.3L)
4707 / 2135 (5.3L)
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2088 / 947 (4.3L)
2068 / 938 (5.3L)
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60 / 40
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Regular Cab, 8’ box
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6900 / 3130 (4.3L)
7000 / 3175 (5.3L)
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4816 / 2184 (4.3L)
4922 / 2232 (5.3L)
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2059 / 934 (4.3L)
2053 / 931 (5.3L)
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59 / 41
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Capacities
Regular Cab, 6’ 6” box
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Regular Cab, 8’ box
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Seating:
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3
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3
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Fuel tank (gal / L):
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26 / 98
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34 / 128
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EcoTec3 4.3L
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EcoTec3 5.3L
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Engine oil (qt / L):
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6 / 5.7 (Dexos 5W30)
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8.5 / 8 (Dexos 0W20)
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Cooling system (qt / L):
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14.8 / 14
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15.6 / 14.8
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Trailering –
maximum with ball hitch
2WD:
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Regular Cab, 6’ 6” box
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6400 / 2903 – 4.3L (3.23 axle)
9300 / 4218 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
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Regular Cab, 8’ box
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6300 / 2857 – 4.3L (3.23 axle)
10200 / 4626 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
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4WD:
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Regular Cab, 6’ 6” box
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7200 / 3266 – 4.3L (3.42 axle)
9100 / 4217 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Regular Cab, 8’ box
|
7000 / 3175 – 4.3L (3.42 axle)
9900 / 4490 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication. Visit http://media.gm.com for updates.
2014
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models:
|
C/K 15753: double cab, 2WD and 4WD
|
Body style / driveline:
|
5/6-passenger double cab, half-ton, 2-and 4-wheel drive light-duty
pickup with 6’ 6” box
|
EPA vehicle class:
|
full-size truck
|
Manufacturing location:
|
Fort Wayne, Ind.
|
Key competitors:
|
Ford F-150, Ram 1500, Toyota
Tundra, Nissan Titan
|
Engines
EcoTec3 4.3L V-6
FlexFuel (LV3)
|
EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (L83)
|
EcoTec3 6.2L V-8 FlexFuel (L86)
|
|
Type:
|
4.3L V-6
|
5.3L V-8
|
6.2L V-8
|
Displacement (cu in / cc):
|
262 / 4300
|
325 / 5328
|
376 / 6162
|
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
|
3.92 x 3.62 / 99.6 x 92
|
3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92
|
4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
|
Block material:
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
Cylinder head material:
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
Valvetrain:
|
overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
|
overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
|
overhead valve, two 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
|
Fuel delivery:
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
Compression ratio:
|
11.0:1
|
11.0:1
|
11.5:1
|
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
|
285 / 212 @ 5300
(gas – SAE certified)
297 / 221 @ 5300
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
355 / 250 @ 5600
(gas – SAE certified)
380 / 283 @ 5600
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
TBD
|
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
|
305 / 413 @ 3900
(gas – SAE certified)
330 / 447 @ 3900
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
383 / 519 @ 4100
(gas – SAE certified)
416 / 564 @ 4100
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
TBD
|
Recommended fuel:
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
Maximum engine speed (rpm):
|
5800
|
5800
|
6000
|
Emissions controls:
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
Estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):
|
TBD
|
16 / 23 (2WD)
16 / 22 (4WD)
|
TBD
|
Transmission
Hydra-Matic 6L80
|
|
Type:
|
six-speed automatic
|
Gear ratios (:1):
|
|
First:
|
4.03
|
Second:
|
2.36
|
Third:
|
1.53
|
Fourth:
|
1.15
|
Fifth:
|
0.85
|
Sixth:
|
0.67
|
Reverse:
|
3.06
|
Final drive ratio (std. & avail.):
|
3.08, 3.23 or 3.42; 3.73 with Max Trailering Package
|
Chassis /
Suspension
Front:
|
independent coil-over-shock; twin-tube shock absorbers;
monotube shocks with Z71
|
Rear:
|
solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage
multileaf springs; splayed shock absorbers; twin-tube shock absorbers;
monotube shocks with Z71
|
Steering type:
|
electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
|
Steering ratio:
|
16.3:1
|
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
|
3.03
|
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
|
2WD with 6’ 6” box: 46.9 / 14.3
4WD with 6’ 6” box: 46.9 / 14.3
|
Brakes
Type:
|
power-assisted, four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS, with Duralife™
rotors; vented front rotors
|
Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)
|
front: 13 x 1.18 / x 330 x 30
rear: 13.6 x 0.79 / 345 x 20
|
Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)
|
front: 250 / 1612
rear: 252 / 1628
|
Wheels /
Tires
Wheel size & type:
|
17 x 8-in. steel (std. 1WT)
17 x 8-in. stainless steel-clad (std. 2WT)
17 x 8-in. bright machined aluminum (std. LT, Z71 w/LT)
18 x 8.5-in. bright machined aluminum (std. LTZ, Z71 w/LTZ; avail. LT, Z71 w/LT)
20 x 9-in. polished aluminum (avail. LT, Z71 w/LT)
20 x 9-in. chrome aluminum (std. High Country; avail. LTZ,
Z71 w/LTZ)
|
Tires:
|
P245/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
LT265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-terrain, blackwall or white-outlined letter
P275/55R20 all-terrain, blackwall
P275/55R20 all-season, blackwall
|
Dimensions
Exterior
Double Cab with 6’ 6” box
|
|
Wheelbase (in / mm):
|
143.5 / 3645
|
Overall length (in / mm):
|
230 / 5843
|
Overall width (in / mm):
|
80 / 2032
|
Overall height (in / mm)
|
|
2WD:
|
73.9 / 1876
|
4WD:
|
73.9 / 1877
|
Track (in / mm)
|
|
2WD front:
|
68.9 / 1750
|
2WD rear:
|
67.9 / 1716
|
4WD front:
|
68.9 / 1750
|
4WD rear:
|
67.6 / 1716
|
Min. running ground clearance (in / mm):
|
|
2WD:
|
8.5 / 216
|
4WD:
|
8.9 / 225
|
Ground to top of load floor (in / mm):
|
|
2WD:
|
34.8 / 883
|
4WD:
|
34.5 / 876
|
Step-in height
|
|
2WD:
|
22.3 / 566
|
4WD:
|
22.4 / 570
|
Approach angle (deg)
|
|
2WD:
|
17.1
|
4WD:
|
17.9
|
Breakover angle (deg)
|
|
2WD:
|
18.9
|
4WD:
|
19.1
|
Departure angle (deg)
|
|
2WD:
|
23.4
|
4WD:
|
23.1
|
Cargo
box
Double Cab with 6’ 6” box
|
|
Cargo volume
(cu ft / L):
|
61 / 1728
|
Length at floor (in / mm):
|
78.9 / 2003
|
Width at floor (in / mm):
|
64.9 / 1642
|
Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):
|
51 / 1296
|
Tailgate width (in / mm):
|
62.2 / 1579
|
Inside height (in / mm):
|
21.1 / 536
|
Interior
Double Cab, Front
|
Double Cab, Rear
|
|
Headroom (in / mm):
|
42.8 / 1087
|
38.7 / 982
|
Legroom (in / mm):
|
45.2 / 1150
|
34.6 / 880
|
Shoulder room (in / mm):
|
64.8 / 1647
|
65.8 / 1671
|
Hip room (in / mm):
|
60.7 / 1543
|
60.2 / 1530
|
Curb
weight & payload
GVWR (lb
/ kg)
|
Minimum
Curb Weight (lb / kg)
|
Max.
Payload
(lb / kg)
|
Weight
Distribution (% front / rear)
|
|
2WD:
|
||||
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
6900 / 3130 (4.3L)
7000 / 3175 (5.3L)
|
4860 / 2204 (4.3L)
4963 / 2251 (5.3L)
|
2015 / 914 (4.3L)
2012 / 912 (5.3L)
|
58 / 42
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box – with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5074 / 2301 (5.3L)
|
2101 / 953 (5.3L)
|
58 / 42
|
4WD:
|
||||
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
7100 / 3220 (4.3L)
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5104 / 2315 (4.3L)
5201 / 2359 (5.3L)
|
1971 / 894 (4.3L)
1974 / 895 (5.3L)
|
59 / 41
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box – with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5309 / 2408 (5.3L)
|
1866 / 846 (5.3L)
|
59 / 41
|
Capacities
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
|||
Seating:
|
5 or 6
|
||
Fuel tank (gal / L):
|
26 / 98
|
||
EcoTec3 4.3L
|
EcoTec3 5.3L
|
EcoTec3 6.2L
|
|
Engine oil (qt / L):
|
6 / 5.7 (Dexos 5W30)
|
8.5 / 8 (Dexos 0W20)
|
8.5 / 8 (Dexos 0W20)
|
Cooling system (qt / L):
|
14.8 / 14
|
15.6 / 14.8
|
15.6 / 14.8
|
Trailering –
maximum with ball hitch
2WD:
|
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
6000 / 2721 – 4.3L (3.23 axle)
9900 / 4490 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box w/ Max Trailering Package
|
11500 / 5216 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
|
4WD:
|
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
6700 / 3039 – 4.3L (3.42 axle)
9600 / 4354 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Double Cab, 6’ 6” box w/ Max Trailering Package
|
11200 / 5080 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
|
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication. Visit http://media.gm.com for updates.
2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models:
|
C/K 15543: crew cab with 5’ 8” box, 2WD and 4WD
C/K 15743: crew cab with 6’ 6” box, 2WD and 4WD
|
Body style / driveline:
|
5/6-passenger crew cab, half-ton, 2-and 4- wheel drive light-duty
pickups, available with 5’ 8” or 6’ 6” box
|
EPA vehicle class:
|
full-size truck
|
Manufacturing location:
|
Silao, Mexico and Flint, Mich.
|
Key competitors:
|
Ford F150, Ram 1500, Toyota
Tundra, Nissan Titan
|
Engines
EcoTec3 4.3L V-6
FlexFuel (LV3)
|
EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (L83)
|
EcoTec3 6.2L V-8 FlexFuel (L86)
|
|
Type:
|
4.3L V-6
|
5.3L V-8
|
6.2L V-8
|
Displacement (cu in / cc):
|
262 / 4300
|
325 / 5328
|
376 / 6162
|
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
|
3.92 x 3.62 / 99.6 x 92
|
3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92
|
4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
|
Block material:
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
Cylinder head material:
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
cast aluminum
|
Valvetrain:
|
overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
|
overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
|
overhead valve, two 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
|
Fuel delivery:
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
direct fuel injection with Active Fuel Management
|
Compression ratio:
|
11.0:1
|
11.0:1
|
11.5:1
|
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
|
285 / 212 @ 5300
(gas – SAE certified)
297 / 221 @ 5300
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
355 / 250 @ 5600
(gas – SAE certified)
380 / 283 @ 5600
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
TBD
|
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
|
305 / 413 @ 3900
(gas – SAE certified)
330 / 447 @ 3900
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
383 / 519 @ 4100
(gas – SAE certified)
416 / 564 @ 4100
(E85 – SAE certified)
|
TBD
|
Recommended fuel:
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
regular unleaded or E85
|
Maximum engine speed (rpm):
|
5800
|
5800
|
6000
|
Emissions controls:
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless
fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor
|
Estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):
|
TBD
|
16 / 23 (2WD)
16 / 22 (4WD)
|
TBD
|
Transmission
Chassis /
Suspension
Front:
|
independent coil-over-shock; twin-tube shock absorbers;
monotube shocks with Z71
|
Rear:
|
solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf
springs; splayed shock absorbers; twin-tube shock absorbers; monotube shocks
with Z71
|
Steering type:
|
electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
|
Steering ratio:
|
16.3:1
|
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
|
3.03
|
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
|
2WD with 5’ 8” box: 47.2 / 14.4
4WD with 5’ 8” box: 47.2 / 14.4
2WD with 6’ 6” box: 48.5 / 14.8
4WD with 6’ 6” box: 48.5 / 14.8
|
Brakes
Type:
|
power-assisted, four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS, with Duralife™
rotors; vented front rotors
|
Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)
|
front: 13 x 1.18 / x 330 x 30
rear: 13.6 x 0.79 / 345 x 20
|
Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)
|
front: 250 / 1612
rear: 252 / 1628
|
Wheels /
Tires
Wheel size & type:
|
17 x 8-in. steel (std. 1WT)
17 x 8-in. stainless steel-clad (std. 2WT)
17 x 8-in. bright machined aluminum (std. LT, Z71 w/LT)
18 x 8.5-in. bright machined aluminum (std. LTZ, Z71
w/LTZ; avail. LT, Z71 w/LT)
20 x 9-in. polished aluminum (avail. LT, Z71 w/LT)
20 x 9-in. chrome aluminum (std. High Country; avail. LTZ,
Z71 w/LTZ)
|
Tires:
|
P245/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-season, blackwall
P265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
LT265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall
P265/65R18 all-terrain, blackwall or white-outlined letter
P275/55R20 all-terrain, blackwall
P275/55R20 all-season, blackwall
|
Dimensions
Exterior
Crew Cab with 5’ 8” box
|
Crew Cab with 6’ 6” box
|
|
Wheelbase (in / mm):
|
143.5 / 3645
|
153 / 3886
|
Overall length (in / mm):
|
230 / 5843
|
239.6 / 6085
|
Overall width (in / mm):
|
80 / 2032
|
80 / 2032
|
Overall height (in / mm)
|
||
2WD:
|
74.2 / 1884
|
73.7 / 1873
|
4WD:
|
74.0 / 1879
|
73.8 / 1875
|
Track (in / mm)
|
||
2WD front:
|
68.8 / 1747
|
68.8 / 1747
|
2WD rear:
|
67.6 / 1716
|
67.6 / 1716
|
4WD front:
|
68.7 / 1745
|
68.7 / 1745
|
4WD rear:
|
67.6 / 1716
|
67.6 / 1716
|
Min. running ground clearance (in / mm):
|
||
2WD:
|
8.7 / 222
|
8.5 / 216
|
4WD:
|
8.9 / 226
|
8.9 / 227
|
Ground to top of load floor (in / mm):
|
||
2WD:
|
34.9 / 886
|
34.4 / 874
|
4WD:
|
34.3 / 872
|
34.1 / 867
|
Step-in height
|
||
2WD:
|
22.3 / 566
|
21.9 / 557
|
4WD:
|
22.2 / 564
|
22.1 / 562
|
Approach angle (deg)
|
||
2WD:
|
17.7
|
17.2
|
4WD:
|
17.9
|
18.0
|
Breakover angle (deg)
|
||
2WD:
|
19.2
|
17.5
|
4WD:
|
19.0
|
17.7
|
Departure angle (deg)
|
||
2WD:
|
23.9
|
23.3
|
4WD:
|
23.3
|
23.0
|
Cargo
box
Crew Cab with 5’ 8” box
|
Crew Cab with 6’ 6” box
|
|
Cargo volume
(cu ft / L):
|
53.4 / 1512
|
61 / 1728
|
Length at floor (in / mm):
|
69.3 / 1761
|
78.9 / 2003
|
Width at floor (in / mm):
|
64.6 / 1642
|
64.6 / 1642
|
Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):
|
51 / 1296
|
51 / 1296
|
Tailgate width (in / mm):
|
62.2 / 1579
|
62.2 / 1579
|
Inside height (in / mm):
|
21.1 / 536
|
21.1 / 536
|
Interior
Crew Cab, Front
|
Crew Cab, Rear
|
|
Headroom (in / mm):
|
42.8 / 1087
|
40.5 / 1029
|
Legroom (in / mm):
|
45.3 / 1150
|
40.9 / 1040
|
Shoulder room (in / mm):
|
64.8 / 1647
|
65.7 / 1670
|
Hip room (in / mm):
|
60.7 / 1543
|
60.3 / 1531
|
Curb
weight & payload
GVWR (lb
/ kg)
|
Minimum Curb
Weight (lb / kg)
|
Max.
Payload (lb / kg)
|
Weight
Distribution
(% front
/ rear)
|
|
2WD:
|
||||
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box
|
6900 / 3130 (4.3L)
7000 / 3175 (5.3L)
|
4942 / 2241 (4.3L)
5042 / 2287 (5.3L)
|
1933 / 877 (4.3L)
1933 / 877 (5.3L)
|
56 /44
|
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5168 / 2344 (5.3L)
|
2007 / 910 (5.3L)
|
56 / 44
|
Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
6900 / 3130 (4.3L)
7000 / 3175 (5.3L)
|
5000 / 2268 (4.3L)
5104 / 2315 (5.3L)
|
1875 / 850 (4.3L)
1871 / 848 (5.3L)
|
57 / 43
|
Crew Cab, 6’6” box with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5229 / 2372 (5.3L)
|
1947 / 883 (5.3L)
|
57 / 43
|
4WD:
|
||||
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box
|
7100 / 3220 (4.3L)
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5139 / 2331 (4.3L)
5218 / 2367 (5.3L)
|
1936 / 878 (4.3L)
1957 / 887 (5.3L)
|
58 / 42
|
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5345 / 2424 (5.3L)
|
1830 / 830 (5.3L)
|
58 / 42
|
Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
7100 / 3220 (4.3L)
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5197 / 2357 (4.3L)
5292 / 2400 (5.3L)
|
1878 / 852 (4.3L)
1883 / 854 (5.3L)
|
59 / 41
|
Crew Cab, 6’6” box with Max Trailering Package
|
7200 / 3266 (5.3L)
|
5424 / 2460 (5.3L)
|
1751 / 794 (5.3L)
|
59 / 41
|
Capacities
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box
|
Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
||
Seating:
|
5 or 6
|
5 or 6
|
|
Fuel tank (gal / L):
|
26 / 98
|
26 / 98
|
|
EcoTec3 4.3L
|
EcoTec3 5.3L
|
EcoTec3 6.2L
|
|
Engine oil (qt / L):
|
6 / 5.7 (Dexos 5W30)
|
8.5 / 8 (Dexos 0W20)
|
8.5 / 8 (Dexos 0W20)
|
Cooling system (qt / L):
|
14.8 / 14
|
15.6 / 14.8
|
15.6 / 14.8
|
Trailering –
maximum with ball hitch
2WD:
|
|
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box
|
5900 / 2676 – 4.3L (3.23 axle)
9800 / 4445 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box w/ Max Trailering Package
|
11400 / 5171 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
|
Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box
|
5800 / 2630 – 4.3L (3.23 axle)
9700 / 4400 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
|
Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box w/ Max Trailering Package
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11300 / 5125 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
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4WD:
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Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box
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6700 / 3039 – 4.3L (3.42 axle)
9600 / 4354 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
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Crew Cab, 5’ 8” box w/ Max Trailering Package
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11200 / 5080 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
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Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box
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6600 / 2994 – 4.3L (3.42 axle)
9500 / 4309 – 5.3L (3.42 axle)
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Crew Cab, 6’ 6” box w/ Max Trailering Package
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11100 / 5035 – 5.3L (3.73 axle)
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