Chevy Silverado 1500 LTD vs. 2500

Thinking about a Chevrolet Silverado in Toledo? Our used Chevrolet Silverado inventory is great for those looking to maximize what their budget will provide them for their Lima and Toledo area driving needs. Comparing the Silverado 1500 vs. 2500 is interesting, as they are different versions of the same truck. Silverado 1500 vs. 2500 towing is especially different, as the Heavy Duty Silverado 2500 is purpose built for towing and payload, while the standard full size pickup Silverado 1500 is more of an all-rounder with impressive capabilities for a light duty truck. If you have any questions, get in touch with us! Otherwise, let’s get into the details right now.

Silverado 1500 LTD vs. 2500: Trim Level

The extra capability the 2500HD provides comes at a notable markup when these vehicles are new:

 Silverado 1500 LTD:

• Work Truck LTD: Starting at $32,195 MSRP
• Custom LTD: Starting at $39,395 MSRP
• Custom Trail Boss LTD: Starting at $46,995 MSRP
• LT LTD: Starting at $45,495 MSRP
• RST LTD: Starting at $48,095 MSRP
• LT Trail Boss LTD: Starting at $54,295 MSRP
• LTZ LTD: Starting at $51,995 MSRP
• High Country LTD: Starting at $56,495 MSRP

Silverado 2500HD:

• Work Truck: Starting at $41,295 MSRP
• LT: Starting at $45,195 MSRP
• Custom: Starting at $45,495 MSRP
• LTZ: Starting at $47,195 MSRP
• High Country: Starting at $68,995 MSRP

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500 Towing & Payload Capacity

If you need even more capability than the 1500 model, this is what the 2500 can do for you:

Silverado 1500 Towing & Payload Capacity:

• Payload Capacity: 2,398 pounds
• Towing Capacity: 13,300 pounds

Silverado 2500 Towing & Payload Capacity:

• Payload Capacity: 7,442 pounds
• Towing Capacity: 18,500 pounds

Chevy 1500 vs. 2500 Engine Options

The engine options also vary depending on which truck you choose:

Chevy Silverado 1500 Engines:

6.2L EcoTec3 with Active Fuel Management

• 420 hp
• 460 lb-ft of torque
• Dynamic Fuel Management technology
• Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission

2.7L Turbo with Active Fuel Management

• 310-hp and 348 Ib-ft of torque
• Standard on RST and LT; available on Custom and Work Truck
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• Auto start/stop technology

5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management

• 355-hp and 383 Ib-ft of torque
• Standard on LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and High Country; also available on LT and RST
• 8-speed automatic transmission (optional 10-speed automatic transmission)

6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management

• 420-hp and 460 Ib-ft of torque
• Available on High Country, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, RST and Custom Trail Boss
• 10-speed automatic transmission

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-diesel I-6

• 23 MPG city/33 highway
• 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 9,300-lb maximum towing capacity
• Auto-stop/start technology

 Chevy Silverado 2500 Engines:

6.6L V-8 engine

• 401-hp and 464 Ib-ft of torque
• 6-speed automatic transmission

Duramax® 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V-8

• 445-hp and 910 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500 Interior Dimensions

The 1500 has very slightly more interior space, but they are essentially the same in terms of overall comfort and space:

 Chevy Silverado 1500 LTD Interior Dimensions

• Cargo Volume: 62.9 cubic feet
• Front Head Room: 43.03 inches
• Front Leg Room: 44.53 inches
• Front Shoulder Room: 66.02 inches
• Front Hip Room: 61.18 inches
• Second Head Room: 40.12 inches
• Second Leg Room: 43.40 inches
• Second Shoulder Room: 65.16 inches
• Second Hip room: 60.24 inches

 Chevy Silverado 2500 Interior Dimensions

• Cargo Volume: 69.50 cubic feet
• Front Head Room:  43.03 inches
• Front Leg Room: 44.53 inches
• Front Shoulder Room: 66.02 inches
• Front Hip Room: 61.18 inches
• Second Head Room: 40.12 inches
• Second Leg Room: 43.40 inches
• Second Shoulder Room: 65.30 inches
• Second Hip room: 60.24 inches

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