Chevy Truck Buyer's Guide

What are the Chevy truck models, and what can you expect from each model in terms of price, size, and more? Whether you’re searching for a light-duty or a heavy-duty pickup truck, the selection of new Chevrolet trucks at Hendrick Chevrolet Monroe is bound to have the right choice for you. Read on to learn more about the new Chevy truck lineup, then explore our new Chevy truck inventory to find yours! 

Chevy Truck Prices

2023 Chevrolet Colorado 

The 2023 Chevrolet Colorado has a starting MSRP of $29,200. As a midsize truck, the 2023 Chevy Colorado has a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. It’s available in multiple well-equipped trim levels, including WT, LT, Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2. Standard features include 17-inch wheels with all-season tires, Chevy Safety Assist, and Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™. 

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 starts at $36,300 MSRP. Properly equipped, the Chevy Silverado 1500 tows up to 13,300 pounds. Multiple configurations are available, including Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, ZR2, and High Country. Chevy Safety Assist, a 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, and push-button start are all standard features for the Chevy Silverado 1500.

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 

Starting at $41,500, the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD has a maximum towing capacity of 18,510 pounds, courtesy of two formidable V8 engines. The Silverado 2500 HD is available in two main bed sizes: standard and long. Matthews drivers can also choose between regular, double, and crew cab configurations. 

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD

Starting at $41,700, the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD can tow up to 36,000 pounds. Like the Silverado 2500, the Silverado 3500 is also available with crew, double, and regular cabs, as well as standard and long beds. The Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium System with navigation and an 8-inch touchscreen comes standard. 

Chevy Trucks By Size

What is the largest Chevy truck? Out of the Chevrolet Colorado, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500 HD, and Silverado 3500 HD, the Silverado 3500 is the largest truck. The Silverado 3500 WT has the following exterior dimensions: 

• Wheelbase: 141.55 inches.
• Length: 235.5 inches.
• Height: 80.94 inches.

The Silverado 2500 HD WT has the same wheelbase and length as the 3500 WT, but is slightly shorter. The smallest Chevy truck is the Chevy Colorado, which has the following exterior dimensions: 

• Wheelbase: 128.30 inches.
• Length: 212.70 inches.
• Width: 74.30 inches.
• Height: 70.4 inches.

What Are The Bed Sizes For Chevy Trucks? 

The Chevy truck bed options include Short, Standard, and Long. Whether you’re planning to tow or haul heavy machinery, or you’re loading up the truck bed with materials for a DIY project, a Chevy truck can handle the job. The Chevy Colorado and Silverado are accommodating trucks, whatever the circumstances can be. What are the bed sizes for Chevy trucks? Explore the measurements for each of the Chevy trucks’ bed sizes:

Chevy Colorado Bed Sizes: 

• Short Bed (61.7 inches)

Chevy Silverado 1500 Bed Sizes:

• Standard Bed (79.4 inches)
• Long Bed (98.2 inches)
• Short Bed (69.9 inches) 

Chevy Silverado 2500 Bed Sizes:

• Standard Bed (82.2 inches)
• Long Bed (98.3 inches) 

Chevy Silverado 3500 Bed Sizes:

• Standard Bed (82.2 inches)
• Long Bed (98.3 inches)

Chevy Truck Interior Features 

When you get behind the wheel of a new Chevy Colorado, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500, or Silverado 3500, you’ll have an assortment of features at your fingertips. From cutting-edge technologies to lavish comfort features, the Chevy truck interior offers everything you need to travel in comfort, stay connected, and stay entertained. 

There are several Chevy truck cab sizes, allowing you and your passengers to sit comfortably and store items within the cabin when needed. Explore more of the Chevy truck interior highlighted features below to see which model offers more of what you want: 

Chevy Colorado Interior Features: 

• Chevy Truck Cab Options: Crew Cab
• Forward Collision Alert 
• HD Rear Vision Camera 
• Chevy Safety Assist 
• Front Pedestrian Braking with Bicyclist Detection 
• Front USB ports 
• Available Bose® premium audio system 
• Available Blind Zone Steering Assist 
• Available heated driver’s and front passenger seats 

Chevy Silverado 1500 Interior Features: 

• Chevy Truck Cab Options: Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab
• Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with a color touchscreen 
• HD Rear Vision Camera 
• Bluetooth® connectivity 
• 6-speaker audio system 
• Forward Collision Alert 
• 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with under-seat storage
• 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat 
• Available hitch guidance 
• Available Adaptive Cruise Control 

Chevy Silverado 2500 Interior Features: 

• Chevy Truck Cab Options: Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab
• Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with a color touchscreen 
• 3.5-inch diagonal monochromatic Driver Information Center 
• 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with covered armrest storage 
• Bluetooth® connectivity
• Hitch guidance 
• 2-speaker audio system 
• Available OnStar® & Chevrolet Connected Services capability 
• Available Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert 

Chevy Silverado 3500 Interior Features: 

• Chevy Truck Cab Sizes: Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab
• Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with a color touchscreen 
• Bluetooth® connectivity 
• Hitch guidance 
• 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with covered armrest storage 
• Available OnStar® & Chevrolet Connected Services capability 
• Available Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert 

Chevy Trucks Towing Guide

If you’re like most Matthews truck shoppers, you want a vehicle that’s powerful, capable, and can tow heavy loads with ease. Regardless of the Chevy truck you choose, you can feel confident in its ability to tow and haul. 

How much can Chevy trucks tow? The towing capacity ranges from 7,700 to 36,000 pounds. Chevy engines were designed to deliver incredible amounts of horsepower and torque, so drivers like you can tow and haul with ease. Here are the engine options for each of the Chevy trucks:

Chevy Colorado Engines & Towing 

• 2.7L turbo engine rated at 237 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7L turbo engine rated at 310 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque 
• 2.7L turbo High-output engine rated at 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque
• Maximum Towing Capacity of 7,700 pounds (310-hp 2.7L engine) 

Chevy Silverado 1500 Engines & Towing 

• 2.7L turbo high-output engine rated at 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque
• 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine rated at 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque
• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine rated at 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque
• Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel engine rated at 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque
• Maximum Towing Capacity of 13,300 pounds With 2WD

Chevy Silverado 2500 HD & 3500 HD Engines & Towing Specs: 

• The Chevy Silverado 2500 HD offers two engines: a 6.6L V8 gas engine that produces 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque, or a 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel engine that produces 445 hp and 910 lb-ft of torque. The Chevy Silverado 2500 HD towing capacity is 18,510 pounds at the maximum level. You can achieve the highest possible towing capacity with a Regular Cab, a Long Bed, 17-inch wheels, and an available fifth-wheel/gooseneck hitch. 
• The Chevy Silverado 3500 HD offers the same engines as the 2500 HD model. The maximum Chevy Silverado 3500 HD towing capacity is 36,000 pounds with the Regular Cab, Long Bed, turbo-diesel engine, Max Trailering Package, and a gooseneck hitch.

Test Drive a New Chevy Truck at Hendrick Chevrolet Monroe Today! 

Now that you’ve had a chance to explore the Chevy truck prices and sizes, it’s time to explore the full lineup at Hendrick Chevrolet Monroe. Contact us online or call us at (704) 288-0337 to schedule a test drive in Monroe, NC. To learn more about new Chevy trucks, review our Chevrolet research hub!