Guide To Buying A Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado continues the longstanding tradition of great American-made Chevy trucks. Chevrolet uses the slogan “like a rock” for a reason - their trucks are rock solid and made to last and the Silverado is no exception to Chevy’s famous motto. The Chevrolet Silverado features a combination of dependability and performance that makes it one of the best buys on the midsize truck market today, and the Chevrolet name lets you know the Silverado won’t let you down.The Silverado builds on the previous successes of the Silverado line by adding several modernizing features. The Silverado has a newly styled exterior design that adds a sleek new grille and LED lights. Available dual touchscreen consoles in the cab allow for the utmost convenience in navigation and audio controls and can sync with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-equipped devices. The Silverado also adds an Enhanced Driver Alert system which provides added safety. The first step before making a commitment is to research and source online deals and end of season discounts.
Exterior Features
Chevrolet added several exterior features to the 2016 Silverado, including a newly stylized front body kit. A full-size underbody spare tire comes standard on all 2016 Silverados to ensure drivers are equipped for anything that might happen on the road. Cargo tie downs are another standard feature for the 2016 Silverado, which allow for safe hauling of any load you can fit in the bed. Optional exterior features including a folding tonneau cover and retractable side assist step.
Interior FeaturesThe interior of the 2016 Silverado was designed with comfort and convenience in mind. 40-20-40 split bench front seats provide ample seating for three passengers in the front row, while front cup holders and seat pockets offer convenience. Wheel-mounted cruise control keeps drivers’ attention on the road, and the 2016 Silverado’s power door locks and heated mirrors make for an overall hassle-free driving experience. Color-keyed carpet floor covering and rubberized vinyl floormats round out the interior, protecting the Silverado’s interior during any weather conditions.
TechnologyThe 2016 Chevrolet Silverado is available with some of the most in-demand technological features on the truck market today. A four-speaker audio system comes with USB and auxiliary inputs, with speed sensitive volume control for a comfortable riding experience. The 2016 Silverado can also be purchased equipped with the Chevrolet MyLink or Sirius XM radio systems built pre-loaded into the truck’s audio system. An integrated trailer brake controller system allows for effortless and safe control of heavy towing loads.
Engine/Fuel EfficiencyWith a 4.3-liter, six-cylinder base engine that can put out over 285 horsepower, the 2016 Silverado has plenty of engine capacity for towing large loads or going on long trips. The flex-fuel system means that the huge, twenty-six-gallon capacity fuel tank can take you as far as 468 miles on the highway between trips to the pump. In town, the Silverado averages about eighteen miles-per-gallon. The six-speed shiftable automatic transmission is the best of both worlds.
SafetyThe 2016 Silverado comes equipped to put drivers’ minds at ease. With such safety features as dusk-sensing headlamps that automatically switch on to tire pressure monitoring, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, and dual front side-mounted airbags that sense when the seat is unoccupied, Chevrolet has thought of it all. With a standard five-year/60,000-mile drivetrain warranty, as well as free maintenance for two years or 24,000 miles. This means that owners can drive in peace, knowing that if anything does go wrong, Chevrolet has them covered.