Chevrolet Silverado

GMT900 Heavy Duty
GMT900 Heavy Duty
Overview
Production	2007–2014
Designer	Wayne Cherry (2004)
Body and chassis
Platform	GM GMT910 platform:; GMT911 (Chevrolet Silverado); GMT912 (GMC Sierra)
Powertrain
Engine	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8; 6.6 L Duramax turbo-diesel V8;
Transmission	6-speed 6L90 automatic[7][8] ; 6-speed Allison 1000 automatic[7] ; 6-speed manual (3500 in Mexico only)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	Regular cab: 133 in (3,378 mm); Extended cab/6.5' bed: 143.5 in (3,645 mm); Extended cab/8' bed: 157.5 in (4,000 mm); Crew cab/6.5' bed: 153 in (3,886 mm); Crew cab/8' bed: 167 in (4,242 mm);
Length	Regular cab: 224.7 in (5,707 mm); Extended cab/6.5' bed: 230.3 in (5,850 mm); Extended cab/8' bed: 249.2 in (6,330 mm); Crew cab/6.5' bed: 239.9 in (6,093 mm); Crew cab/8' bed: 258.7 in (6,571 mm);
Width	80 in (2,032 mm) ; 95.9 in (2,436 mm) (3500HD DRW)
Height	76 in (1,930 mm)

Second generation
Second generation
Overview
Also called	Chevrolet/GMC C/K
Production	September 2006–2013
Assembly	United States: Roanoke, Indiana (Fort Wayne Assembly);; Flint, Michigan (Flint Truck Assembly);; Pontiac, Michigan (Pontiac East Assembly) (2007–2009MY only)[5]; Canada: Oshawa, Ontario (Oshawa Truck Assembly) (2007–2009MY only); Mexico: Silao, Guanajuato (Silao Assembly);
Designer	Wayne Cherry (2003, 2004)[6]
Body and chassis
Platform	GM GMT900 platform:; GMT901 (Chevrolet Silverado); GMT902 (GMC Sierra);
Powertrain
Engine	4.3 L LU3/LG3 V6; 4.8 L Vortec 4800 V8; 5.3 L Vortec 5300 V8; 6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8; 6.2 L Vortec 6200 V8;
Transmission	4-speed 4L60-E automatic[7][8] ; 4-speed "2-Mode Hybrid transmission" 2ML70 (Hybrid)[8][9] ; 6-speed manual (4.3 L V6 in Mexico only) ; 6-speed 6L80 automatic[7][8][10]
Dimensions
Wheelbase	Regular cab/6.5' bed: 119 in (3,023 mm); Regular cab/8' bed: 133 in (3,378 mm); Extended cab/5.75' bed: 133.9 in (3,401 mm); Extended cab/6.5' bed & crew cab/5.75' bed: 143.5 in (3,645 mm); Extended cab/8' bed: 157.5 in (4,000 mm);
Length	Regular cab/6.5' bed: 205.6 in (5,222 mm); Regular cab/8' bed: 224.5 in (5,702 mm); Extended cab/5.75' bed: 220.3 in (5,596 mm); Extended cab/6.5' bed & crew cab/5.75' bed: 229.9 in (5,839 mm); Extended cab/8' bed: 248.8 in (6,320 mm);
Width	Regular & extended: 79.9 in (2,029 mm); Crew: 80 in (2,032 mm);
Height	Regular & extended: 73.9 in (1,877 mm); Crew: 73.8 in (1,875 mm); Hybrid 4WD: 73.7 in (1,872 mm);

Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra
Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra
	2022 Silverado 2500 HD High Country
Overview
Manufacturer	General Motors
Also called	Chevrolet Cheyenne (Mexico); International CV;
Production	1998–present
Assembly	United States:; Flint, Michigan; Pontiac, Michigan; Roanoke, Indiana; Springfield, Ohio (Medium Duty); Canada: Oshawa, Ontario; Mexico: Silao, Guanajuato;
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size pickup truck; Heavy-duty pickup truck; Medium-duty chassis cab truck
Body style	2-door regular cab; 3- or 4-door extended cab; 4-door crew cab;
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive; Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Chevrolet/GMC C/K; International D series (for International CV)

The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand.[1] Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.

The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name (not to be confused with the 2003 concept). Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year.[2]

History

The Silverado nameplate made its debut for the 1975 model year, becoming the top trim level on all Chevrolet C/K trucks,[3] slotted above Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, and Cheyenne. At the same time, GMC C/K trucks used variations of the Sierra name (Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra Grande and High Sierra). Today, Chevrolet still uses the CK and the CC in their current model codes, to denote a two-wheel drive (CC) or a four-wheel drive (CK).[4]

For the 1988 GMT400 model architecture, Chevrolet retained the C/K model nomenclature, with GMC branding its full-size line as Sierras. While sharing chassis and bodies, the model chronology of the Silverado and Sierra are different, with five generations of the Sierra and four of the Silverado.

In 2018, at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chevrolet unveiled the first medium-duty Silverado, expanding the model line to a 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD chassis cab. Largely the successor to the 2003–2010 GMT560 chassis, the medium-duty trucks are exclusive to Chevrolet, with no plans for an equivalent GMC version. Instead, Navistar International (now partnering with GM) would sell the medium-duty trucks as a rebadged counterpart, called the CV.

First-generation Silverado / second-generation Sierra (GMT800; 1999)

First-generation Silverado 2500HD (2001-02 Regular Cab)

The GMT800 Silverado/Sierra 1500 and 2500 pickup trucks were released in August 1998 as 1999 models. The "classic" light-duty GMT400 C/K trucks continued to be produced for the first two years alongside the new models, and the Heavy-Duty GMT400 pickups (alongside the GMT400 SUVs) were continued until 2000, with the new GMT800 Silverado/Sierra HD (Heavy Duty) released a year later. A 3500 model was added later for 2001, with the introduction of the HD moniker (though it was not until the 2008 GMT900 model year a 3500HD debuted).

The trucks were refreshed in 2002 for the 2003 model year, bringing slight design changes and an upgrade to the audio and HVAC controls. The 2007 GMT800 trucks, built after the new GMT900 entered production, used the name Classic to denote the difference between the two generations.

Second-generation Silverado / third-generation Sierra (GMT900; 2007)

The GMT900 generation of the Silverado/Sierra arrived in the last quarter of 2006 as a 2007 model. It features a redesigned exterior, interior, frame, and suspension as well as power increases on certain engines. Like the previous generation GMT800's and earlier C/K lines, it takes many styling cues from the GMT900 SUVs of the same year. Like the GMT900 SUVs, these pickups have improved aerodynamics over their predecessors thanks to steeply raked windshields and tighter panel gaps which help improve fuel economy. The previous GMT800 models were continued through 2007 badged as "Classic," just as the GMT400 models continued for two years after the GMT800's introduction.

The new Silverado earned the North American Truck of the Year award for 2007 and was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 2007. Like its predecessors, the new Silverado offers buyers a choice of two-door regular cabs, four-door extended cabs (with front-opening rear doors that now open 170 degrees similar to the Nissan Titan) and four-door crew cabs. GM also offers the trucks in the traditional two- and four-wheel-drive configurations. The Silverado and Sierra 1500 Work Truck trim level now adds a crew cab configuration.

For the 2007 model year, the Sierra Denali shares the same billet grille from the other Denali models, and also has the same dash as the 2007 SUVs. The 2007 Sierra Denali was initially the only half-ton pickup that had a 6.2L V8 engine with 403 hp (301 kW) and 417 lb⋅ft (565 N⋅m) of torque coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Denali is also an optional all-wheel-drive vehicle and can reach 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in a very quick duration of 6.3 seconds.

The Generation III small block V8 engines offered in the GMT800 trucks were replaced in the GMT900 series by the Generation IV small block V8 engine family, featuring upgrades such as increased power and Active Fuel Management on the 5.3L and 6.0L V8s. A new high-performance 6.2L V8 (with 403 hp (301 kW) and 417 lb⋅ft (565 N⋅m) of torque) was introduced with the 2007 Cadillac Escalade and GMC Denali line, and was made available in the Silverado 1500 for MY 2009.

After skipping the 2008 model year, with 2007 being the last for the GMT800 hybrid line, a two-mode hybrid model was introduced in late 2008 as a 2009 model. General Motors discontinued the Silverado Hybrid due to poor sales along with the GMC Sierra Hybrid, Chevy Avalanche, Chevy Tahoe Hybrid, GMC Yukon Hybrid, Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, and Cadillac Escalade EXT after the 2013 model year, though it was one of the first two hybrid pickup trucks to be manufactured.[11] Available in either two- or four-wheel-drive, the Sierra 1500 Hybrid is powered by a 6.0-liter V8. It's joined by two 60-kilowatt electric motors supplied by a nickel–metal hydride battery pack under the rear seat. On its own, the V8 is rated at 332 horsepower and 367 pound-feet of torque. GM engineers say that combined output with the electric motors is 379 hp. The unique transmission houses the electric motors along with three different planetary gear sets and four traditional clutches.[12]

There were two dash options offered in this model Silverado and Sierra: a luxury-inspired dash that closely mimics the dash in their GMT900 SUVs, and a more traditional upright dash to make room for a passenger seat in place of a center console.

As of 2008, GM full-size trucks were no longer sold in United States and Canada with manual transmissions; they were only offered in Mexico in the Silverado 1500 with 4.3L V6 and Silverado 3500.[13]

All Silverado and Sierra 1500 models received a revised bumper and shortened front fascia for the 2009 model year, and extended and crew cab models equipped with the Vortec 5300 V8 received a new six-speed 6L80 automatic transmission. The Vortec 6200 V8 was made available for Silverado LT/LTZ and Sierra SLE/SLT models. Bluetooth was added to the equipment list, becoming standard on Denali, SLT, and LTZ, and optional on SLE and LT, as was an optional rear vision camera. An integrated trailer brake controller, first available on the Silverado and Sierra HD for 2007, is now an option on 1500 series trucks. The XFE package was new for 2009, available only on Silverado 1500 Crew Cab LT 2WD models. It included the 5.3L Vortec V8 with Active Fuel Management, a soft tonneau cover, XFE badging, aluminum wheels, and low rolling resistance tires.

A refresh followed with all 2010 models, including new interior door panels (which moved the handle forward and added an additional cup holder), and a six-speed automatic transmission on Regular Cab models with the 5.3L V8 was also made standard. The 6.2L V8 was given wider availability, now being optional on LT and SLE Extended and Crew Cabs, completely supplanting the light-duty Vortec 6000 V8 in the process. The new Z71 Appearance Package was optional on LT and LTZ, which included body-color grille and front fascia, body-color door handles and mirror caps, unique Z71 bed decals, chrome sill plates, and a unique Z71 gauge cluster. Two new exterior colors were added: Taupe Gray Metallic and Sheer Silver Metallic.

For 2012, the Silverado and Sierra 1500 received another refresh. This time, the Silverado was given new grille and front fascia treatments for both LT and LTZ models. A newly redesigned touch-screen navigation radio was optional on LTZ, SLT, and Denali. Trailer sway control and hill start assist are now standard on all models. Cooled seats were made optional on LTZ and SLT, and the woodgrain trim was replaced with brushed aluminum.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado Single Cab in Chile
2007 GMC Sierra Denali
Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid
2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ Extended Cab
2013 GMC Sierra Denali Crew Cab
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SL Extended Cab
2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT Single Cab

Heavy-Duty

For the first time, the 8.1L big block V8 is no longer offered on the Heavy-Duty models, and no replacement was announced. The 6L90 6-speed automatic transmission is standard in all Heavy-Duty models. The Allison 1000 transmission is paired with the optional Duramax turbo-diesel instead.

For 2011, the HD models were upgraded with a new fully boxed high strength steel frame from front to rear improving stiffness by 92 percent with bigger rear springs, larger engine and transmission mounts and new hydraulic body mounts to improve the ride. The front suspension incorporates new upper and lower control arms and new torsion bars tailored to one of five different gross axle weight ratings. Upper control arms are constructed from forged steel that is both stronger and lighter than the previous arms, while the new lower arms are cast iron to maximize load capacity. Using a unique torsion bar for each gross weight rating allows for better control over vehicle height, resulting in improved handling and better alignment for reduced tire wear. These improvements allow for up to a 6,000-pound front axle weight rating, allowing all 4WD trucks to accommodate a snowplow.

Additional front suspension enhancements come from new urethane bump stops, two per side. The upper shock mount has been changed from a single stem mount to a two-bolt design to eliminate the possibility of squeaks and thumps.

The rear suspension design uses asymmetrical leaf springs that are wider and capable of greater load handling. The design features 3-inch-wide leaves, with front and rear spring sections of different lengths to reduce the twisting that can result in axle hop and loss of traction. The 2500HD uses a two-stage design with a rating of 6,200 lb (2,812 kg), and 3500HD models have a three-stage design with 7,050 lb (3,198 kg) and 9,375 lb (4,252 kg) ratings on single and dual-wheel models, respectively.

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD crew cab
2008 GMC Sierra 3500HD SLT crew cab

Engines

Model	Year	Engine[7][8]	Power	Torque
1500	2007–2013	4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6	195 hp (145 kW) at 4600 rpm	260 lb⋅ft (353 N⋅m) at 2800 rpm
	2007–2008	4.8 L Vortec 4800 V8	295 hp (220 kW) at 5600 rpm	305 lb⋅ft (414 N⋅m) at 4800 rpm
	2009		295 hp (220 kW) at 5600 rpm	305 lb⋅ft (414 N⋅m) at 4600 rpm
	2010–2013		302 hp (225 kW) at 5600 rpm	305 lb⋅ft (414 N⋅m) at 4600 rpm
	2007–2009	5.3 L Vortec 5300 V8	315 hp (235 kW) at 5200 rpm	338 lb⋅ft (458 N⋅m) at 4400 rpm
	2010–2013	5.3 L Vortec 5300 V8	315 hp (235 kW) at 5300 rpm	335 lb⋅ft (454 N⋅m) at 4400 rpm
	2007–2008	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	367 hp (274 kW) at 5500 rpm	375 lb⋅ft (508 N⋅m) at 4300 rpm
	2009	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	367 hp (274 kW) at 5600 rpm	375 lb⋅ft (508 N⋅m) at 4300 rpm
	2009–2013	6.2 L Vortec 6200 V8	403 hp (301 kW) at 5700 rpm	417 lb⋅ft (565 N⋅m) at 4300 rpm
2500HD/3500HD	2007–2008	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	353 hp (263 kW) at 5400 rpm	373 lb⋅ft (506 N⋅m) at 4400 rpm
	2009–2014	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	360 hp (268 kW) at 5400 rpm	380 lb⋅ft (515 N⋅m) at 4200 rpm
	2007	6.6 L Duramax V8	360 hp (268 kW) at 3200 rpm	650 lb⋅ft (881 N⋅m) at 1600 rpm
	2007–2010		365 hp (272 kW) at 3200 rpm	660 lb⋅ft (895 N⋅m) at 1600 rpm
	2011–2014		397 hp (296 kW) at 3000 rpm	765 lb⋅ft (1,037 N⋅m) at 1600 rpm
Silverado XFE	2009	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	332 hp (248 kW) at 5100 rpm	367 lb⋅ft (498 N⋅m) at 4100 rpm
Silverado Hybrid	2009–2013	6.0 L Vortec 6000 V8	332 hp (248 kW) at 5100 rpm	367 lb⋅ft (498 N⋅m) at 4100 rpm

Production location switch

For the 2011 model year of the Silverado/Sierra, the production of 1500 crew cab models partially moved from Silao, Mexico, to Flint, Michigan.[14]

Safety

The Silverado comes standard with four-wheel ABS. StabiliTrak and side curtain airbags are optional on certain trim levels.

2007 NHTSA crash test:[15]

Frontal Driver:
Frontal Passenger:
Side Driver:
Side Rear Passenger:
Rollover:

The IIHS gave the Silverado a "Good" score in their frontal crash test. The 2007-09 models equipped with or without optional side curtain airbags received a "Poor" rating in the side impact test.[16] For 2010, the side structure was strengthened, side torso airbags were added, and side airbags became standard leading to the IIHS side impact overall rating improving to "Acceptable" and the overall side structure rating improved from "Poor" to "Acceptable."[17] The crew cab variant of the 2011–13 Silverado is also rated "Marginal" in the IIHS roof strength test.[18]

Electric version

2013 VIA VTRUX

In 2011, the developer of the Chevrolet Volt and former vice chairman Bob Lutz joined VIA Motors in developing electric versions of the Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra called the VIA VTrux.

Third-generation Silverado / fourth-generation Sierra (GMT K2XX; 2014)

Third generation

Overview
Also called	Chevrolet Silverado LD (2019)
Production	2013–2018 (1500) 2014–2019 (2500 and 3500)
Model years	2014–2018 (1500) 2019 (1500 LD) 2015–2019 (2500 and 3500)
Assembly	United States: Roanoke, Indiana (Fort Wayne Assembly); Flint, Michigan (Flint Truck Assembly) Canada: Oshawa, Ontario (Oshawa Car Assembly) Mexico: Silao, Guanajuato (Silao Assembly) Australia: Melbourne, Victoria (GM-Holden, RHD remanufacturing)
Designer	Kevin O'Donnell (2010)[19]
Body and chassis
Platform	GMT K2XX
Powertrain
Engine	1500: LV3 EcoTec3 4.3 L V6 285 hp (213 kW; 289 PS)[20] L83 EcoTec3 5.3 L V8 355 hp (265 kW; 360 PS)[20] L8B EcoTec3 5.3 L V8 355 hp (265 kW; 360 PS)[21] L86 EcoTec3 6.2 L V8 420 hp (313 kW; 426 PS)[20] HD: LY6 Vortec 6000 6.0 L V8 360 hp (268 kW; 365 PS) LML Duramax 6.6 L V8 (2015-16) 397 hp (296 kW; 403 PS) L5P Duramax 6.6 L V8 (2017-20) 445 hp (332 kW; 451 PS)
Transmission	6-speed 6L80 automatic[20] 6-speed 6L90 automatic 8-speed 8L90 automatic 6-speed Allison 1000 automatic[22]
Battery	0.45 kWh lithium-ion (eAssist mild hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	Regular 6'6": 119 in (3,023 mm) Regular 8': 133 in (3,378 mm) Double 6'6" & Crew 5'5": 143.5 in (3,645 mm) Crew 6'6": 153 in (3,886 mm) Crew 8': 167 in (4,242 mm)
Length	Regular 6'6": 205.6 in (5,222 mm) Regular 8': 224.4 in (5,700 mm) Double & Crew 5'5": 230 in (5,842 mm) Crew 6'6": 239.6 in (6,086 mm) Crew 8': 258.3 in (6,561 mm)
Width	80 in (2,032 mm)
Height	73.5 in (1,867 mm) – 74.2 in (1,885 mm)
Curb weight	4,696–4,948 lb (2,130–2,244 kg) (Regular Cab) 4,982–5,232 lb (2,260–2,373 kg) (Double Cab) 5,036–5,300 lb (2,284–2,404 kg) (Crew Cab) [23]
Chronology
Predecessor	Cadillac Escalade EXT

2014 Silverado LTZ Crew Cab 4x4

2014 Silverado LTZ Double Cab 4x4

On December 13, 2012, the fully-redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra were both introduced in Detroit, Michigan, later making their public debut at the North American International Auto Show. The new cabin styling takes influences from the fourth-generation Dodge/Ram trucks (with the last generation's Extended Cab dropped, the new "Double Cab" with forward opening rear doors makes it even more obvious). GM has now dropped the GMT900 platform, now becoming K2XX. This generation of the Silverado/Sierra 1500 has three gasoline engine options: a 4.3L EcoTec3 V6, a 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, and a 6.2L EcoTec3 V8. The 4.8L Vortec-based V8 from the last generation was dropped. Chevrolet's MyLink touch-screen multimedia interface system became available on most models. It included A2DP stereo streaming technologies, Bluetooth hands-free telephone, USB hookups, and an input for an Apple iPod or iPhone. When connected via the USB port, an iPhone 4 through iPhone 6 was able to stream music from Pandora Radio. A Bose premium audio system, as well as a Bose surround sound audio system is available on most models. OnStar became standard on all models.

Underneath, the Silverado rides on a fully boxed high-strength steel frame with hydroforming technology; truck cab's frame is built with high strength steel as well. The third generation Silverado uses aluminum on the hood, for the engine block and for the control arms in order to save mass. The truck's bed is made of roll-formed steel instead of stamped steel used by other manufacturers in order to save weight and gain strength. The third generation Silverado introduced the all-new upmarket top-of-the-line "High Country" trim level which includes saddle brown leather interior, which is Chevrolet's first entry into the luxury truck market. A fully-squared front fascia takes retro-modern styling cues from the GMT400 trucks, and on Z71 models, a Z71 badge was added to the bottom right place of the grille. The first production Silverado completed assembly on April 29, 2013. The Silverado 1500 went on sale in May 2013 as a 2014 model, with the Silverado HD being available in early 2014 for the 2015 model year. On January 10, 2014, a recall was issued for 370,000 Silverado and Sierra pickups due to a fire risk.[24]

The U.S. version of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2015 2500HD/3500HD and the 2015 High Country was introduced to the Philippines market by Chevrolet Motorama Show in late November 2014 for MY2015, along with the MY2015 Suburban, Tahoe, Impala, Express, Trax, and Colorado.

On January 14, 2014, the Silverado, along with the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, received the 2014 North American International Auto Show's Car and Truck of the Year awards, respectively.[25]

For 2018, this generation of Silverado was officially exported to Australia and converted to right-hand-drive and Australian Design Rules (ADR) by General Motors Australian subsidiary, Holden Special Vehicles (HSV). In the past, several independent specialists imported and converted Silverados and Sierras for Australian and right-hand-drive markets. Only 2500HD and 3500HD models equipped with 6.6L Duramax diesel option were available. No gasoline nor 1500 series was offered.[26][27]

2015

For the 2015 model year, the 6.2L EcoTec3 is now paired with the new 8-speed 8L90 transmission, offering a wider ratio spread with more closely spaced gears, quicker shifts, improved acceleration, and fuel economy.[28] The Silverado 2500HD/3500HD models carried over the 6.0L L96 flex-fuel capable Vortec engine combined with the 6L90E transmission, installed with engine oil and transmission fluid coolers for hauling/towing applications. The 6.6L Duramax also continued to be backed by the 6-speed Allison 1000 automatic.[22][29]

The GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD were the first "heavy-duty" trucks to offer an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), a Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS), and a Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) available together as part of the available Driver Assist Package. The Driver Assist Package was standard equipment on the GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD Denali, and optional on most other Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD/3500HD and GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD models. Other new options for the Silverado and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD models included an eight-inch, full-color, reconfigurable LCD Driver Information Center (DIC) screen (for Sierra 2500HD/3500HD Denali models only), a 110-volt AC household-style power outlet, up to six available USB ports, an available eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a power-sliding rear window with integrated defroster.

In mid-year 2015, Chevrolet and GMC made enhancements to the all-new Silverado 2500HD/3500HD and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD. Some of these enhancements included a new OnStar telematics system with 4G LTE Wi-Fi capabilities, new wheel designs, new exterior paint color options, new exterior tow mirror designs, a USB port added the glove compartment of trucks equipped with a front bench seat, DURALIFE brake rotors, the availability of dual 150 and 220 amp alternators for models equipped with the 6.6-liter Duramax Turbodiesel V8 engine, an off-road information screen added to the instrument cluster of 4x4 models equipped with the Z71 or All-Terrain Packages (the latter is a GMC-only option), a Bi-Fi Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) option for models equipped with the 6.0L Vortec gasoline V8 engine, a new All-Terrain Package available on SLE and SLT Double Cab and Crew Cab models (for GMC models only), a standard heavy-duty locking rear axle for all models, and the removal of HD Radio from the "up-level" IO5 and IO6 infotainment systems. A Regular Production Option (RPO) Code of "AVF" in the upper glove compartment distinguishes early-build 2015 models from their 2015.5 successors.[30]

Special Editions

For 2015, Chevrolet introduced a Special Edition for the Silverado truck series. They are in the following series of Rally Edition 1 and 2, Midnight Edition, Custom Sport Edition, Custom Sport Plus Edition, Black Out Edition, and Texas Edition.[31]

Rally Edition 1
Rally Edition 2
Black Out Edition
Texas Edition

2016 mid-cycle refresh

2016 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Z71

2017 Chevrolet Silverado LT rear

For 2016, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 received its first mid-cycle refresh, similar to 2003 first-generation models. The refreshed Silverado and Sierra received a new grille, headlights, and front fascia, with design influences from the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, as well as all-new LED taillights on the 2016 Silverado LTZ and High Country, 2016 GMC Sierra SLT and Denali trim levels while the 2016 Chevy Silverado LT trim levels and below still have the pre-facelifted incandescent taillights along with the 2016 GMC Sierra SLE trim levels and below. Silverado 1500 LTZ and High Country, as well as Sierra 1500 SLT and Denali models equipped with LED headlights, can be optioned with the Intellibeam high beam assist system. On October 1, 2015, HD Radio was added to the Silverado and Sierra to their 8-inch MyLink system as standard equipment on the LT and LTZ trims, while the Sierra included the feature in its IntelliLink system as standard on all its trims. 2016 Silverado and Sierra models optioned with the 8-inch touch screen featured Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. Trucks ordered with bucket seats and center console now featured a wireless charging pad on the console lid.[32] New color options for the Silverado included Iridescent Pearl Tricoat (1500 only), Autumn Bronze Metallic, Siren Red Tintcoat, and Red Hot, while the Sierra's new colors included White Frost Tricoat (also 1500 only), Mahogany Metallic, Crimson Red Tintcoat, and Cardinal Red.

Chevrolet Special Edition

For that year, Chevrolet has added and dropped some of the Special Editions for the Silverado truck series. They are in the following series of Rally Edition 1 and 2, Midnight HD Edition, Midnight Edition, Custom Sport HD Edition, Realtree Edition, Custom Sport HD Edition, and Special Ops Edition.[31]

Custom Sport HD Edition
Blackout Edition
Midnight HD edition

2017

For the 2017 model year, Silverado and Sierra HD models were introduced with a new 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V8 (L5P) and received a new hood with air intake vents. Gasoline-powered models now have a capless fuel filler. The Sierra HD now included standard HID headlamps on all trim levels. New colors included Graphite Metallic and Pepperdust Metallic (Silverado) or Dark Slate Metallic and Pepperdust Metallic (Sierra). Jet Black/Medium Ash Gray interior trim is added for Silverado High Country. Low-speed mitigation braking is added to the Driver Alert Package for both Silverado and Sierra.[33]

All Silverado and Sierra models received minor changes to their MyLink (Chevrolet) and IntelliLink (GMC) infotainment systems. The interior backlighting on GMC Sierras changed from red to blue-green (or teal). Silverado and Sierra Double and Crew Cabs also received several new safety features, including GM's Rear Seat Reminder[34] and Teen Driver Mode.[35]

eAssist Mild Hybrid

Starting in 2016, GM offered an eAssist mild hybrid version of the 5.3L V8 engine in the Silverado LT and Sierra SLT, but only in the state of California. The engine came with an 8-speed automatic transmission and had the same horsepower and torque as the standard version.[36] For 2017, it was also available in Hawaii, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. For 2018, it became available nationwide and was also offered in the Silverado LTZ.[37]

Silverado SSV

In late 2014, Chevrolet released the 2015 Silverado SSV (Special Service Vehicle) to complement its lineup of law enforcement vehicles. The SSV Silverado was available in the 1500 Crew Cab with either the short (5.5') or standard (6.5') box. The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 was the only engine option, and the SSV was based on the WT trim. It featured beefier brake rotors, upgraded oil coolers, high output alternator, auxiliary battery, and an upfitter-friendly interior.[38]

GMC

In 2016, GMC introduced the Sierra All Terrain X, which is equipped with a 5.3L V8 engine with performance exhaust, increasing power from 355 to 365 horsepower (265 to 272 kW; 360 to 370 PS). On the exterior, the Sierra All Terrain X features black 18" rims fitted with larger 265/65R18SL Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac MT tires, black bed-mounted sport bar, LED off-road lights, and blacked-out accents.[39]

After introducing the Sierra 1500 All Terrain X and Canyon All Terrain X, GMC extended the same formula to its heavy-duty pickup family with the Sierra HD All Terrain X in 2017. It was available on four-wheel-drive 2500 HD crew cab models and came in either Black Onyx or Summit White exterior colors.

All Terrain X models had a body-color grille surround and a grille insert that was unique to the All Terrain. Body-color door handles, front and rear bumpers, bodyside moldings, and black accents, including belt moldings, front bumper skid plate, and B-pillar accents, gave it a monochromatic appearance.

Sierra HD All Terrain X models also included 18" black-painted aluminum wheels—fitted with LT275/65R18 Goodyear Duratrac MT-rated tires—along with four-inch black sport side steps, black heated and power-folding trailering mirrors with integrated turn signals and LED guidance lamps, a spray-on bedliner, and a black bed-mounted sport bar, which was designed to support available LED off-road driving lamps from GMC Accessories.

Inside, the All Terrain X had the GMC IntelliLink infotainment system with an 8-inch-diagonal color touchscreen, Teen Driver, remote-locking tailgate, remote starting system, Rear Vision Camera, adjustable pedals, leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, and wireless mobile device charging.

A 6.0L gasoline V8 engine was standard, with the 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel delivering 445 horsepower (332 kW; 451 PS) and 910 lb⋅ft (1,234 N⋅m; 126 kg⋅m) of torque being optional.

The Sierra HD All Terrain X also included the Z71 off-road suspension package, adding front underbody and transfer case skid plates, twin-tube Rancho shocks, hill descent control, and off-road information graphics in the Driver Information Center. An Eaton automatically locking rear differential (4.10:1) was also standard.[40]

Chevrolet

There were several additions to this year's Special Editions for the Silverado series shown in boldface. They are the following series of Midnight, Midnight HD, Rally 1, Rally 2, High Desert, Custom Sport HD, Realtree, Special Ops, Alaskan (available on HD series only), Redline, and Black Out. The remaining Special Edition listed in the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado brochure were All Star Edition and Texas Edition.

New for 2017 was the High Desert option package. This package brought a new innovative lockable storage system into the bed of the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab model. The system included a three-piece hard tonneau cover, dual lockable storage bins on each side of the truck bed, and a removable bed divider to keep items separate and from moving around the truck bed while the vehicle was in motion. Avalanche-like plastic fairings were also added to the rear of the cab. The High Desert package was available on both two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive LT, LTZ, and High Country trim levels. It was not available on LTZ models with the Z71 off-road package. LT models with the High Desert package receive the same LED taillamps as the LTZ and High Country trims. Magnetic Ride Control was optional on High Country High Desert.

All Star Edition
High Country High Desert Edition
Rally 2 Edition
Redline Edition

2018

2018 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali DRW

Special Edition

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Chevrolet truck, GM introduced special-edition models of the Chevrolet Silverado and the smaller Chevrolet Colorado.[41]

Chevrolet

Chevrolet introduced the Centennial Edition Chevrolet Silverado for 2018. Only available in a Crew Cab Short Box LTZ Z71 configuration, the Centennial Edition added Centennial Blue Metallic paint, 22" painted-aluminum wheels with chrome inserts, and special "100 Years" Chevrolet Bowtie emblems.[41] In addition to the Centennial Edition, the remaining Silverado Special Editions were virtually unchanged from the last year model.[31][42][43]

Centennial Edition
Special Ops Edition
HD Midnight Edition

2019 Silverado LD/Sierra Limited

Chevrolet continued production of the third-generation Silverado 1500 for 2019, which was sold alongside the all-new, fourth-generation 2019 Silverado 1500. Renamed the Chevrolet Silverado LD ("LD" for Light Duty), production of the previous-generation truck moved from Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Oshawa Car Assembly, Ontario, Canada. Only available in a Double Cab/Standard Box configuration and with the 5.3L V8 engine, the Silverado LD ended production in December 2019.[44]

In retrospect, the first-generation Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was sold alongside its predecessor—the fourth-generation C/K 1500—for 1999, with the predecessor only being available with the V8 engine, automatic transmission, and the extended cab/short bed configuration. It was also sold alongside the new-style second-generation Silverado for the 2007 model year as the Silverado Classic. GMC also offered versions of their Sierra trucks as the Sierra Classic for 1999 and 2007 as well, and did the same for 2019, offering the predecessor generation model as the Sierra 1500 Limited.[45]