Chevrolet trucks are some of the most impressive on the market and boast best-in-class awards while scoring high on safety tests. If you’re in the market for a new truck that’ll last you a lifetime, consider the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500. From advanced technology to excellent safety features, this truck has you covered.
Basics About the Silverado 1500
The Silverado comes standard with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine but has an available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 and the featured 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I6 engine. The Duramax engine is built with an inline six-cylinder design and aluminum pistons, giving you up to 460 lb.-ft of torque and a highway drive range of 682 miles. The 10-speed automatic transmission helps keep the rpm within the most efficient levels.
The truck boasts an impressive towing capacity of 13,300 lbs. and averages 23/31 mpg city/hwy. The long bed models have 89.1 cubic feet of cargo space, and they can hold even more with the crew cab. The Silverado 1500 comes in 10 factory colors with four options for the interior.
New and Unique Features
The 2022 Silverado 1500 features the “most functional bed of any competitor” and has the resources to back it up. There are 12 standard tie-downs on the bed, making hauling larger items a breeze. The Durabed comes standard with an industry-first Multi-Flex power up/down tailgate.
Integrated Technology
The in-vehicle trailering system offers customizable trailer profiles for drivers and trailers, allowing you to hitch, unhitch, and switch trailers easily. The system includes a pre-departure checklist, trailer tire pressure monitoring, trailer light assessments, and the ability to sync information with your myChevrolet mobile app on your smart devices.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both supported within the Silverado 1500. A Wi-Fi hotspot is available as an upgrade and requires a paid AT&T plan, helping you stay connected wherever you are.
Interior Design
The 1500 is best-in-class for front head and leg room, with 43” of headroom and 44.5” of leg room in the crew cab, double cab, and regular cab. The available head-up display gives the driver access to important information like road speed, tire pressure, and rpm levels. Backseat storage compartments allow for additional gear or more room for road trip snacks.
Advanced Safety Features
The Silverado comes with multiple available safety features, such as:
- Forward collision alert
- Automatic emergency breaking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Front pedestrian braking
- Land change alert
- Rear cross traffic alert
- Rear camera mirror (for assistance when trailering)
Whether you’re looking for a truck with best-in-class towing capabilities or one with integrated trailering technology, the Sierra 1500 won’t disappoint. Stop by Lithia Chevrolet of Redding today for a test drive. You may have just found your new favorite truck.
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