2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Silverado 2500HD

Want a pickup truck that can handle the toughest Mcdonough jobs? Check out the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2500HD. Depending on your needs around Griffin, one or the other will be better for you. Keep reading to learn more from Bellamy Strickland Chevrolet. 

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500: Trim Levels and Prices

There are eight Chevy Silverado 1500 trim levels for Hampton customers to choose from, and five Chevy 2500HD trim levels. There are also several engine options for the Silverado 1500 vs. two for the 2500HD. Check below to see which configuration will best fit your budget:

Silverado 1500:

• Work Truck: Starting at $30,595 MSRP
• Custom: Starting at $36,220 MSRP 
• Custom Trail Boss: Starting at $42,995 MSRP
• LT: Starting at $41,695 MSRP
• RST: Starting at $45,295 MSRP
• LTZ: Starting at $51,095 MSRP
• LT Trail Boss: Starting at $52,795 MSRP
• High Country: Starting at $55,495 MSRP

Silverado 2500HD: 

• Work Truck: Starting at $34,600 MSRP
• LT: Starting at $38,600 MSRP
• Custom: Starting at $39,400 MSRP
• LTZ: Starting at $49,100 MSRP
• High Country: Starting at $61,600 MSRP

Our finance team can help you design a personal payment plan for leasing or financing your Chevy truck. 

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500: Engine Options

Depending on the capability you need for your jobs around Mcdonough, you’ll have to choose the perfect engine. With seven total engine options between these two trucks, you’ll be able to find one that suits you:

Silverado 1500 Engines

Standard 4.3L EcoTec3 with Active Fuel Management

• Standard on Work Truck, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss trim levels
• 6-speed automatic transmission
• 285-hp and 305 Ib-ft of torque

2.7L Turbo with Active Fuel Management

• Standard on RST and LT; available on Custom and Work Truck
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• 310-hp and 348 Ib-ft of torque
• Auto start/stop technology

5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management

• Standard on LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and High Country; also available on LT and RST
• 355-hp and 383 Ib-ft of torque
• 8-speed automatic transmission (optional 10-speed automatic transmission)

6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management

• Available on High Country, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, RST and Custom Trail Boss
• 420-hp and 460 Ib-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-diesel I-6 

• 23 MPG city/33 highway
• 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 9,300-lb maximum towing capacity
• Auto-stop/start technology

Silverado 2500 Engines

6.6L V-8 engine

• 401-hp and 464 Ib-ft of torque
• 6-speed automatic transmission

Duramax® 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V-8

• 445-hp and 910 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500: Towing & Payload Capacity

The biggest difference between the Silverado 1500 vs. 2500 is their towing and payload capacities. If you need maximum power and you’re willing to pay the extra price, the Silverado 2500 is the truck for you. However, the Silverado 1500 is very powerful in its own right. Check for yourself: 

Silverado 1500 Towing & Payload Capacity: 

• Payload capacity: 2,250 pounds
• Towing capacity: 13,400 pounds

Silverado 2500 Towing & Payload Capacity:

• Payload capacity: 3,565-3,900 pounds
• Towing capacity: 18,500 pounds

Silverado 1500 vs. 2500: Features

The highly-capable Chevy Infotainment 3 system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is included in both of these Chevy trucks. Other features you can expect to find include: 

• Head-Up Display
• 4G LTE Wifi Hotspot
• 15 camera view
• Tow/Haul mode
• Stabilitrak® Electronic Stability Control System 
• Auto Grade Braking

Compare The Chevy Silverado Trucks at Bellamy Strickland Chevrolet! 

Compare these trucks yourself at our dealership in Mcdonough. Just contact us to arrange a test drive, or stop by. By applying for financing online, you can get started on the process of buying your new truck today!