2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 review
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 highlights
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Pros
- Potent engines
- Roomy cabin with plenty of storage
- Available surround-view camera system
Cons
- A high and wide hood hinders forward visibility
- Not quite the tops in towing and payload ratings
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The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is a solid contender
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is a large heavy-duty pickup truck. When properly equipped, it can tow a whopping 36,000 pounds—that’s 18 tons—and while that is very impressive, it comes up a bit short compared to its competitors. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. It only has a few competitors such as the Ford F-350, the Ram 3500, and its corporate sibling, the GMC Sierra 3500.
Changes were minimal to the 2023 Silverado 3500, with the most notable being the addition of heated and power-operated towing mirrors. Its competitors received updates more recently, which leaves this Silverado with an interior that looks older and less appealing than the others. If a nicer cabin is important, you can either look at the GMC Sierra or the 2024 Silverado, which addressed that issue and more. Overall, this Silverado is a very good heavy-duty truck, but it doesn't really stand out in any particular area.
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What is new for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
- The 3500 LT trim has been discontinued for 2023.
- The High Country trim now comes with Long Bed as standard equipment.
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trims
Work Truck:
- 401-hp, 464-lb-ft of torque 6.6L
- Side Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Overhead Airbags
- Vinyl Seats
- Traction Control
- Long Bed
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
LT:
- Includes all features available on the Work Truck
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Cruise Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Satellite Radio Ready
LTZ:
- Includes all features available on the LT
- Power Seats
- Leather Seats
- Smart Key
- Front Seat Heaters
- Rear Defroster
- Memory Seats
- Remote Start
- Heated Steering Wheel
High Country:
- Includes all features available on the LTZ
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Bed Liner
- Tow Hitch
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Running Boards
5 reasons to buy the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
What We Like
Hauling: The Silverado 3500 excels at hauling any combination of beds, dressers, and various pieces of household furniture in its cargo bay. The payload maxes out at just over 7,000 pounds.
Solid powertrain: The optional 6.6-liter turbodiesel is an impressive engine that gives the Silverado 3500 strong towing numbers. Its low-end torque helps with off-the-line acceleration and shifts from the six-speed automatic are smooth, even under full-throttle acceleration.
Interior storage: The Silverado 3500 has plenty of pockets: the front and rear doors, the center console, and two glove boxes. These are perfect for storing items such as a laptop, tools, water bottles, and more. There's a place for nearly every item you'd want to keep on hand when on the road.
What Needs Improvement
Needs better visibility: Sizable windshield and door pillars give the 3500 a few blind spots. Its large towing mirrors help with lane changes, but knowing where this truck's corners are can be tough. A rearview camera comes standard, but if you want the multi-angle surround-view camera, you'll need to opt for the top High Country trim.
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Chevrolet Silverado 3500 features and specs
Work Truck 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Long Bed
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Vinyl Seats
- Cloth Seats
- Dual Rear Wheels
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Power Mirrors
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.6L
Horsepower
401
Torque (ft-lbs)
464
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
36
Wheelbase
141.55"
Overall length
235.5"
Width
81.75"
Height
80.94"
Leg room
F 44.53"
Head room
F 43.11"
Front tires
LT275/70R18
Rear tires
LT275/70R18
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
1450/20000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 FAQ
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a maximum towing capacity of 20000 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 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500:
- Long Bed
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