2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks Top View
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Large Pickup Trucks Engine View

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lineup available in hybrid model has 37 trim for consumer choices:
- Regular Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LS
- Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive XFE
- Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LS
- Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive LS
- Extended Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Extended Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LS
- Extended Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Extended Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- Extended Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Regular Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Regular Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Regular Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Regular Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- Regular Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- Regular Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- Regular Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck

and pricing has range between $19,375 - $41,355 (MSRP) and $18,503 - $38,700 (Invoice).
Pros
• Acceleration (5.3-liter V8)
• Instruments/controls
• Quietness
Cons
• Ride (Z71 suspension)
• Steering/handling

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lineup gains an available gas/electric hybrid model, a new top-line engine, a 6-speed automatic transmission, and some new features. This large pickup truck offers regular-, extended-, and crew-cab body styles. It shares its basic design with the GMC Sierra 1500. Extended cabs have rear-hinged doors that don't open independently of the fronts. Regular cabs can seat up to three passengers, while extendeds and crews can seat up to six. Three bed lengths are available: the 5.8-foot short bed; 6.6-foot standard bed; and 8.0-foot long bed. The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers two interiors, dubbed "pure pickup" and "luxury inspired." The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 its vailable engines, depending on cab and bed configuration, are a 195-hp 4.3-liter V6; 295-hp 4.8-liter V8; 315-hp 5.3-liter V8; 367-hp 6.0-liter V8; and a new-for-2009 403-hp 6.2-liter V8. Certain versions of the 5.3-liter V8 and all 6.2 V8 engines can run on E85 ethanol-blended fuel. The 5.3 and 6.0 V8 engines come with GM's Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation. V6, 4.8 V8, and some 5.3 V8 Silverados use a 4-speed automatic transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 available on the 5.3 V8 and standard on the 6.2 V8 is a 6-speed automatic. Some rear-drive Silverados equipped with the 5.3-liter V8 and 6-speed automatic can be equipped as the XFE, which stands for Xtra Fuel Economy. XFE has specific wheels and tires, along with other mechanical and aerodynamic treatments. GM claims an increase in fuel economy of up to 7 percent over non-XFE versions. Maximum towing capacity is 10,700 pounds.

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid model has a 6.0-liter V8 that pairs with an electric motor for 332 hp total. It can run on one or both of its power sources, depending on driving demands, and requires no plug-in charging. The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hybrid uses a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid's maximum towing capacity is 6100 pounds.

Rear-wheel drive is standard. Two 4WD systems are available: A part-time setup that should not be left engaged on dry pavement, and GM's Autotrac that can. Both include a low-range gear for off-roading. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available with several different suspensions. The Z83 and Z85 versions are designed for ride comfort. The Z60 is a street performance suspension, and the Z71 is for off-road use. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain side airbags. Available features include a navigation system, remote engine start, and a new-for-2009 wireless cell-phone link.

The Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position for consumer choice. Large Pickup Trucks are traditionally the vehicles of choice for heavy-duty hauling and towing. They offer an array of cab styles and bed lengths and usually feature powerful V8 or diesel engines. For personal use, consider light-duty half-ton models. For heavy-duty or commercial use, consider three-quarter- or one-ton models.

Our Best Buys are the Dodge Ram and Ford F-150. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, and Toyota Tundra. New or significantly redesigned models in the class include the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 each add a gas/electric hybrid model for 2009.