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A 6-speed automatic manages the power for the gas engine, while the diesel is mated to a ten-speed gearbox. “Bold looks and big capabilities” are what the Car and Driver team held in the highest regard for the new model after their test spins, as well as additional passenger space and its redesigned interior. The 2500 HD model comes with a chrome grille and bumpers, LED headlights, a dampened tailgate, cloth upholstery, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
\If you are thinking about heading to conquer the trails for any extended period of time, the Z71 Off-Road package brings 18-inch wheels, all terrain tires, a spray-in bedliner, upgraded suspension, and underbody protection for better capability and styling to the mix. Another favorite among Silverado buyers here is the Convenience package: here you obtain a 10-way power driver's seat, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, LED cargo-bed lighting, a leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, remote start, and more.
The Chevy's crew-cab, short box setup offers a longer wheelbase than the previous year's model, and inside the giant center-console bin is an ideal place for any type of storage. Each Silverado comes with a touchscreen providing support for Chevy's Infotainment 3 software, which includes standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You can enhance the tech offerings by adding a larger 8.0-inch touchscreen with 7-speaker Bose audio, additional power points, Sirius XM satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless charging. The infotainment system can allow users to create different trailer profiles, and control trailer functions from a smartphone app.
