It's not known whether GM will bring a civilian version of its diesel hybrid military pickup truck to market either. Equipped with a fuel cell auxiliary power unit
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| General Motors Vice President of Research, Development and Planning Larry Burns (left) and U.S. Army Brigadier General Roger A. Nadeau are seen here at a joint GM-Army introduction of a diesel hybrid military pickup, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003. (Photo: Joe Polimeni, General Motors of Canada) |
As previously mentioned, Chevy's Hybrid Silverado will be available to retail customers as 2005 models this fall. No doubt the automaker will look to expand its full-size HEV advantage to other models shortly, with the Tahoe/Yukon and Suburban/Yukon XL on the agenda - although no official announcement has been made.
In the end, GM is bringing a technology to the pickup truck segment that is long overdue. With advantages in acceleration, fuel economy, environmental concerns and plug-in versatility, the Chevy Silverado Hybrid is a natural choice for those that choose to work and play hard.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): N/A
- Body Type: 2- and 4-door pickup, ladder frame
- Layout: front engine, 2WD (opt 4WD)
- Engine: 5.3-L, OHV V8 mated to mild-hybrid (HEV) system
- Transmission: 4-spd auto with Tow-Haul mode
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: N/A
- Bed Length: 1,956 mm (77.0 in)
- Ground Clearance (estimated 2WD - 4WD): 188 mm (7.4 in) - 211 mm (8.3 in)
- Towing Capacity (estimated 4WD - 2WD): 4,491 kg (9,900 lb) - 4,627 kg (10,200 lb)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): N/A
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
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