2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Review

OVERALL RATING 4.1 of 5.0
  • Performance
    4.1 of 5.0
  • Cost of Ownership
    4.2 of 5.0
  • Interior
    4.1 of 5.0
  • Reliability
    4.0 of 5.0
11 Oct 2014
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Chevrolet is famous for its pickup trucks. One of the most popular pickup truck by the company is the Silverado 2500HD. This truck is truly one of a kind. It is rugged and delivers immense power. It has a great payload and towing capacity. Yet, you will feel like you are riding a top notch luxury sedan once you get into the cabin. The 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD has taken this pickup truck brand to a whole new level. Just by looking at the 2500HD, you can tell that it is an excellent machine. Let’s take a look at what Chevrolet is offering with the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD in detail:

Engine Specifications

The engine across all cabin options of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is standard. This massive work truck is equipped with a powerful V-type engine with eight cylinders. The capacity of this engine is 6.0-liters. One can only imagine the amount of power this engine will deliver. Surprisingly, this engine delivers great gas mileage for its size. The best part is that this engine does not only run on gasoline. If available, you can even run the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD on Ethanol.

Engine Performance

There is no surprise that that the massive V-8 engine of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD delivers immense power. The 6.0-liter is rated to produce more than 350 ponies and 380 pounds of torque per feet. Since the truck has been introduced quite recently, the exact gas mileage that it will deliver is not yet specified. However, you can be sure that the technology that Chevy has incorporated into it allows it to provide good mileage. This is thanks to the top notch electronic fuel delivery system and the transmission.

Transmission Options

The transmission of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is truly a marvel. The 2500HD is equipped with a 6-speed auto transmission. This is heavy duty transmission that is electronically controlled. The transmission is also equipped with an overdrive system. The best part about the transmission is the towing mode. Once this mode is activated, the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD turns into a powerful towing machine. There are many other secondary features that make this transmission reliable and efficient. Once such feature is the Cruise Grade and of course the Powertrain Grade Braking system.

Interior Styling

Regardless of the bed size and Powertrain that you choose in the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, you are sure to love the interior. The interior is almost the size of a small sized room. The seats are comfortable and offer lots of leg room. The cabin noise is next to nothing. In fact, it is one of the most comfortable interiors you will find in any work truck. Due to the comfort and luxury that these pickup trucks offer, many people even consider them a great option as a family vehicle. Do keep in mind that Crew cabins do not offer great rear end seats. If you want the rear end seats to be as comfortable as the front ones, you should consider the Double cabin.

Exterior Design

The 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD design has been standard for the past few years. However, the classic design of these pickup trucks is what truck enthusiasts love. You will still see many new design accents in the 2015 model. The first change that you will notice is that of the grille. In the 2015 model, the grille is wider and the headlamps appear relatively smaller. There are slight changes in the front end bumper as well, but it is still made of metal.

All in all, the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is not only a top notch pickup truck, but can also double as a daily drive for your family.