Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD updated, price unchanged

GENERAL Motors Special Vehicles (GMSV) has announced local pricing for its updated Silverado 2500 HD range this week, the full-sized utility now available from $163,000 plus on-road costs (unchanged).

Refreshed inside and out, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Heavy Duty scores a mild power increase and a range of new technologies aimed at keeping it competitive with its American-built rivals.

From the front, the model scores a new-look fascia with updated LED headlights and grille, behind which is a 6.6-litre turbo-diesel V8 producing 350kW of power (+18kW) and 1322Nm (+12Nm) of torque. Power is distributed via an Allison-sourced 10-speed automatic transmission.

No fuel economy figure is provided, though US figures point to around 18.8 litres per 100km. The fuel tank capacity is listed at 136 litres.

Braked towing is listed at 4500kg (5142kg with a truck licence) and payload 733kg (1386kg with a truck licence) on a spray-in bed liner with 12 tie-down points. The model tips the scale at 3762kg.

Chevrolet’s Z71 4x4 off-road suspension package with 20-inch wheels, hill descent control, locking (rear) differential, advanced towing assistants, exhaust brake, powered tailgate, and adaptive cruise control is offered as standard.

“Now, with several updates to the new MY24, the Silverado HD comes with exciting developments that build upon its established heavy-duty truck versatility,” said GMSV lead development engineer Shawn Norwood.

“These include powertrain upgrades, a commanding new physical presence paired with an overhauled interior, enhancements to its revolutionary trailering technology and infotainment system, plus active safety technology upgrades.”

The Silverado 2500 HD further receives a refreshed interior with new 13.4-inch infotainment array and 12.3-inch digital instrumentation display.

Keyless entry and ignition are included, as are leather-appointed seats, head-up display, rear-view mirror with camera function, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, seven-speaker Bose sound, dual-zone climate control, 10-way power adjustable front seats, a power sliding rear window, heated front seats, and a powered sunroof.

Safety kit includes AEB (low speed) with pedestrian detection, forward collision alert, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, six airbags, front and rear acoustic parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera system.

Four paint colours are offered: Black, Red Hot, Slate Grey, and Summit White.

The GMSV converted Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD range is backed by a three-year/100,000km warranty with breakdown assistance. However, there is no capped-price servicing plan included.

“The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models can more than hold their own when it comes to touring and towing, but the 2500 HD is the truck you need when you want to get a big job done – it amplifies power, performance, and functionality,” said GM Australia and New Zealand managing director Jess Bala.

“The new Silverado HD is an even more attractive proposition for people who need the capability and functionality that drives them from the weekly worksite right through to their big weekend activities.”