All-weather, all-job ready
Add in the four-wheel drive system, four-door crew-cab body with flip-up rear seats and a Z71 suspension package, and you’ve got a machine that should tackle any combination of cargo, trailer and occupant hauling over virtually any terrain with ease.
A week of late-winter, around-town driving in your writer’s Northern Ontario locale saw plenty of traction in the snow, thanks in no small part to the 2500HD’s massive weight. A nicely-tuned and effective stability control system allows moderate slipping and sliding, giving driver’s full control without being too intrusive.
The four-wheel drive system engages in about two seconds via a dash-mounted dial as needed, though some may wish for an ‘auto’ setting.
This winter driving enthusiast was pleasantly surprised by the 2500HD’s all-around stability and control, even in two-wheel drive on factory tires.
Gripes?
Gripes? The cabin looks somewhat dated and plain compared to the competing RAM and Ford products, and vertically-challenged drivers will, of course, wish for an easier time boarding and exiting.
The long body and tall driving position can make parking a bit of a chore too-- but a backup camera, “don’t whack that Camry” radar beepers and a relatively tight turning circle help out.
Those looking to park the bow-tie-wearing heavy-duty at their work or play site can shop one out from the mid thirties. A nicely-loaded, diesel-powered unit with some goodies like the tester run about double that.
Add in the four-wheel drive system, four-door crew-cab body with flip-up rear seats and a Z71 suspension package, and you’ve got a machine that should tackle any combination of cargo, trailer and occupant hauling over virtually any terrain with ease.
A week of late-winter, around-town driving in your writer’s Northern Ontario locale saw plenty of traction in the snow, thanks in no small part to the 2500HD’s massive weight. A nicely-tuned and effective stability control system allows moderate slipping and sliding, giving driver’s full control without being too intrusive.
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| Those looking to park the bow-tie-wearing heavy-duty at their work or play site can shop one out from the mid thirties. (Photo: Justin Pritchard/Auto123.com) |
The four-wheel drive system engages in about two seconds via a dash-mounted dial as needed, though some may wish for an ‘auto’ setting.
This winter driving enthusiast was pleasantly surprised by the 2500HD’s all-around stability and control, even in two-wheel drive on factory tires.
Gripes?
Gripes? The cabin looks somewhat dated and plain compared to the competing RAM and Ford products, and vertically-challenged drivers will, of course, wish for an easier time boarding and exiting.
The long body and tall driving position can make parking a bit of a chore too-- but a backup camera, “don’t whack that Camry” radar beepers and a relatively tight turning circle help out.
Those looking to park the bow-tie-wearing heavy-duty at their work or play site can shop one out from the mid thirties. A nicely-loaded, diesel-powered unit with some goodies like the tester run about double that.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax
2011 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax
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