We know here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse that all of the major auto brands are proudly touting their truck models as they rev on in to the holidays, but we happen to think our prized Silverado 1500 is superior for many reasons! Engine choices range from the smaller-sized turbocharged 4-cylinder to the far-from-mediocre 6.2-Liter V8, with a 5.3-Liter V8 and V6 in the lineup as well. New for 2021 is the multi-function tailgate, greater towing capacity, upgrades in tech features, and Adaptive Ride Control on higher trim levels.
The Silverado also finishes ahead of the competition with its advanced multi-camera trailering system that does an amazing job of making the hook-up process much easier. The testing team from the widely-trusted Kelley Blue Book claimed that it rides “well and in harmony”, from braking ability to its balanced and precise steering. The majority of buyers who are in need of a strong truck for work and play that still gives 110% for its duties will be just fine with the 5.3-liter V8, doling out 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.
The favored powertrain of many with extensive truck experience is the turbodiesel inline-6, providing a 33 mpg EPA rating and an excellent variety of raw force. The multi-camera towing system is an excellent example of the best ways to utilize modern technology to make everyday tasks that much easier. There are 15 separate angles to clearly show you what's behind you for efficiency and safety, and the “invisible trailer” is one of those features that is so groundbreaking it needs to be used in person to fully appreciate!
Anyone wondering how to inject instant premium status into the interior needs to look no further than the High Country trim, which offers leather upholstery, heated and cooled seats, the Bose 7-speaker upgrade, and a heated steering wheel. You can opt for blacking everything out with the Midnight Edition, going for the full camo effect with the Realtree models, or boosting the suspension up with the Silverado Trail Boss. The beds come equipped with 12 cargo tie-downs and the rear bumpers have CornerSteps, and the move one notch up to a Custom trim includes the Custom Convenience and infotainment packages that brings along bed lighting, remote start, and the EZ lift power lock.
Every Silverado now comes with Teen Driver Technology, allowing you to impose loving parental limits on stereo volume and speed alerts, while reporting back to you in detail about the particulars. You can drift to the street-inspired side of things with the RST package, while also enjoying the added remote start, automatic locking rear differential, bed lighting, and second-row USB ports it offers. The improvements every year for this model that can wear so many hats and keeps its durable stature need to be test-driven for you to make your decision, so we hope you “trot as a turkey would” to come and visit us soon!
