Who would this 2024 Silverado HD be perfect for? For those people who like to haul heavy equipment of tow heavy trailers on a regular basis. You have to admit that not everybody would need a heavy duty pickup truck, so if you don’t do those things regularly, then you don’t need a HD type. However, with various options and a promising punchy performance, it would be quite understandable if people are intrigued in having the truck. Not to mention that the higher trim level would be able to offer tons of good things and advanced techs.
The Updated Plan
What to like about this variants of Silverado HD is the trim ranges. It starts with Work Truck blue collar and it ends with the advanced High Country model. Basically, this truck is able to meet many variants of budgets in the most satisfying manner. Not to mention that it’s able to offer punchy performance for those who seek one.
Trim Levels and Price
There are several trim levels being offered. The base one would be the Work Truck with a tag of $42,000, followed by the LT with $46,000 of price. The next one in line would be the Custom with a tag of $47,000 and then the LTZ with its $55,000 range. Afterwards, there would be High Country, sold at around $69,000. And the highest trim would be the ZR2 with a tag of $80,000.
Powertrain and Performance
The 2024 Silverado HD, as well as the 3500 HD, comes with the V8 gas unit with 6.6. liter capacity as the standard, delivering 401 hp and 464 Nm of torque. As an optional, the company offers a V8 diesel Duramax unit with 6.6 liter capacity, which is basically a carryover from the previous model. It still delivers 470 hp and 975 Nm of torque. Both of them would be paired with auto 10 speed Allison transmission with four wheel OR rear wheel driving system.
Each of them would be compatible with dual or single rear wheel axle. A lot of people who have tried the Silverado (from previous models) stated that they are impressed by the performance, especially with the towing ability going through difficult terrains. The gas unit is powerful and solid, but the Duramax is able to deliver almost perfect outcome. With effortless transmission and power, it definitely tackles heavy load tasks with such an ease. Driving this Silverado with such capability would deliver good effect to your security and also confidence.
Heavy duty trucks are supposed to deal with heavy stuff. The gas unit Silverado HD has towing ability to 17,400 pounds, while the diesel version can deal with twice the weight.
The Pros and Cons
Quite surprisingly, this new Siverado HD has a refined and good diesel engine. When you pair it up with stout (max) towing ability and the payload ratings, this truck is truly a ‘beast’. Let’s not forget that it also comes with handy and optional trailer-assistance features. Towing heavy stuff will no longer be a burden anymore.
However, expect some downsides from this truck too. When compared to the rivals, this truck lacks the standard features. When you compare this one to RAM HD, the interior materials feels flimsy. It’s not as luxurious as expected. Plus, there is a vague steering even for those who are used to the truck layout.
In the overall end, not everyone wants (or needs) the heavy duty performance offered by Silverado, but for those who require it, this truck will definitely get your things done effectively and in such a fun way too. And the exact launch date is still unknown for this 2024 Silverado HD, so we’d better wait and see.