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2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 Review

When you’re on the hunt for a strong and powerful pickup, you’ve got a few options ahead of you. However, when you’re looking for something with impressive abilities as well impressive features, you’ve probably come across the 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500. To help you learn more about this truck, our team at Berlin Chevrolet is going to provide you with the necessary details that you need to serve.

In this 2018 Chevy Silverado review, we’re going to focus on the engine options and power, towing and payload capacities, and the media and technology features. You’ll learn enough about this pickup truck to help you determine if it’s what you need to help you get your workload across the Berlin, Salisbury, and Ocean City areas.

2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 Engine Options & Power

Engine          Horsepower           Torque
4.3L EcoTec3 V6           285          305 lb-ft
5.3L EcoTec3 V8            355         383 lb-ft
6.2L EcoTec3 V8           420          460 lb-ft

The Chevy Silverado 1500 comes standard with the 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine which is capable of impressive feats, but drivers looking to get some serious work done may want to opt for the higher-output engines. The 5.3L V8 can deliver 355 horsepower, but the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 offers the highest amount of torque with 460 lb-ft, which is a necessary ingredient for towing hefty loads. These engines also feature an external engine cooler and a transmission oil cooler which will help reduce the engine from overheating by maintaining optimal temperature during peak performance.

    Towing & Payload Capacities

    One of the most compelling aspects to drivers who are seeking out a pickup truck is the impressive towing abilities and the amount of weight that the trucks can hold in their cargo bed. The Chevy Silverado 1500 certainly brings a lot to the table in this respect with its varying engine options. The base level 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 allows the truck to tow 7,600 lbs and have a payload capacity of 1,880 lbs. The next level up, the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 can trailer 8,600 lbs and can carry 1,870 lbs. The last engine, the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8, shows its strength with the ability to tow 11,800 lbs, but its payload capacity drops a little to 1,780 lbs.

      Media & Technology Features

      Most pickups have some pretty impressive abilities, however, they usually lack the features that help add a little fun and enjoyment to the workday. The Chevy Silverado certainly brings the fun to work with its array of entertainment features. The vehicle is outfitted with a 6-speaker sound system and a 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen display that features voice activation. Using your voice, you can select your preferred entertainment from the radio, the media device connected through the USB or auxiliary input, or your smartphone’s media apps through the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™.

        Learning More About the 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500

        Now that you’ve gotten a little insight and details into the Chevy Silverado 1500, you probably know how you feel about this impressive pickup. But if you’re looking for more information, we would be happy to give you a closer look. We’ll even put you inside the cabin so you can take the Chevy Silverado 1500 out on the road so you can see how it performs with you at the wheel.

        Schedule your test drive at Berlin Chevrolet, the dealership that’s proud to go the extra mile for drivers in the Berlin, Salisbury, and Ocean City areas.

          2018 Chevy Silverado 1500