2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 review
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Powerful engine options
- Fully redesigned for 2014
- Quiet and peaceful cabin even at highway speeds
Cons
- Transmission limits towing performance
- Infotainment system can be slow to respond
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 22 highway, 18 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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New and improved for 2014
Fully redesigned for the third generation (2014-2018), this version of the Chevrolet Silverado brings with it some exciting bonuses that pickup truck fans will prick their ears up over. The 2014 version is lighter, it has a broad range of body styles, and a selection of impressive engine options – including two powerful V8s. The Silverado is a true powerhouse.
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What is new for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
- The Silverado 1500 is available in a variety of new trims, including the High Country, LT Z71, and LTZ Z71.
- The LS and XFE trims have been discontinued for 2014.
- Silverado 1500 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera, A/C Seat(s), Parking Sensors, and 20 Inch Plus Wheels as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Parking, Lane Departure Warning, Heated Steering Wheel, Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Seat Heaters, Smart Key, DVD Video System, and Blu-ray Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The LT trim now comes with Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth Technology, and Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The Work Truck trim now comes with Power Windows, Power Mirrors, CD Audio, Auxiliary Audio Input, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
1. Powerful engines
Depending on the trim and body style you choose, the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes with either a 4.3L V6, a 5.3L V8, or a 6.2L V8. The base V6 produces 285 hp and is suitable for light towing and everyday driving. However, if you need more power, the two V8 options produce 355 hp and 420 hp respectively, making them better suited to heavy towing.
2. Improved interior
As part of the broad redesign of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the interior has undergone a real transformation too. Structurally, the cabin is now sturdier than before, and the feel of everything inside is better. The pickup will come with either bench or bucket seats in the front, and the seats are comfortable and adjustable. Plus, there’s an eight-inch touchscreen as standard with MyLink, and more bins and cubbies for cabin storage than ever before, making the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a home-from-home.
3. Quiet on the highway
One of the welcome side-effects of the better materials used inside and out is how quiet the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is from the cabin. Wind and road noise are minimal, even at high speeds. This isn’t always an expected benefit for a pickup truck, but the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 proves you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.
4. Amazing towing power
Let’s get into the nitty-gritty of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s true power. The top-level 420 hp version can tow up to an estimated 12,000 lbs when properly equipped, which is very impressive for its class.
5. User-friendly infotainment
The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is blessed with an easy-to-use infotainment system, even in the base model. The standard eight-inch touchscreen system has simple menus and a good voice command interface. It comes with the MyLink system, and it’s worth keeping an eye out for a model that has the available navigation system (which is also very straightforward to use).
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
33 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 20 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 8 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 3 |
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
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LT Z71 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- BOSE Sound System
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Long Bed
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
2WD
Engine size
4.3L
Engine type
Gas
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 FAQ
The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- 2LT : 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Work Truck : 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- LT : 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- LTZ : 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- High Country : 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as 4 out of 19 among Fullsize Truck
The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 9100 and 12000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:
- 2LT
- High Country
- LT Z71
- LTZ Z71
- Rear View Camera
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