Review Of 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD

Introduction

In earlier days pick up trucks were used only for transportation purpose but the modern trucks are conventional and offer comfortable ride along with its trailering capabilities. The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD priced at $26,595 – $43,105 perfectly fits the bill. This edition is a more robust version of GM’s full size pick up truck platform.

What’s on offer?

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD offers light changes to this edition. This version offers noticeable changes in the consumer electronics. Bluetooth, XM Satellite Radio has been enhanced with a Nav Traffic feature, navigation system and rear view camera is now added to the options list.

Silhouette

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD has a body styled specifically designed for heavy duty model. The body is well styled with headlamps and hood that gives an impressive look. The dual port grille is wider and taller than the 1500 models. The front fenders mounted in this model are a brawnier in comparison to others. The chrome bumpers intensify the beauty of this vehicle.

This Chevy model is available in three body styles regular cab, extended cab, and crew cab. Regular cab features long bed while the other offerings have standard or long bed.

Inside the cabin

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD offers options of two interior designs depending upon the trim level.  The designers at GM have worked hard to improve their interiors and it has paid off well. The materials which are used inside the cabin are softer, surfaces are flush and gaps are tighter inside the cabin. The LTZ edition is designed to cater to the demands of luxury buyers with leather seating and standard Bose sound system. Overall the interiors designs are quite straight forward and with easy to reach controls. We found that the dual zone climate controls are very small which makes it difficult to operate with gloves. The fronts as well as the rear seats are very comfortable and spacious.

We felt that a captain’s chair at the rear of the crew cab would have been appreciated. However other than this omission they have everything else on their list.

Features

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD is available in basic Work Truck, LT and LTZ trims. The Work Truck includes standard features such as 16 inch wheels, vinyl upholstery, a tilting steering wheel, OnStar, a stereo with CD player and satellite radio. The LT edition adds features such as full power accessories, keyless entry, cloth upholstery, rear tinted window and leather strapped steering wheels.

The LTZ edition offers alloy wheels, integrated trailer brakes, remote engine start, rain sensing wipers, dual zone automatic climate control, Bose audio system with control mounted on the steering and Bluetooth.

There are other optional features that are available for all those buyers who intend to add to their list rear view camera, a Z71 off road package which includes skid plates, off road suspension, and bigger stabilizer bar.

Powertrain

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD is equipped with standard 6.0 liter gasoline engine which generates 353 hp and 373 pounds feet of torque.  It offers an option of 6.6 liter turbo diesel Duramax V8 engine which generates 365horsepower and 660 pound feet of torque. A six speed automatic transmission is standard on all trims.  This edition also offers rear wheel drive as standard feature while four drive is optionally available.

This Silverado edition can haul up to 3458 pounds and tow up to 13000 pounds.

Safety

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD features dual front air bags, antilock disc brakes and stability control and OnStar.  A rear parking camera is available as an optional feature.

Conclusion

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD offers a perfect blend of heavy-duty work truck capabilities along with a comfortable ride. The main advantages of this feature are  excellent towing and hauling capacity, and  offers smooth ride. The main disadvantage that was noted is it missed side airbags in their safety feature.