CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 VS. 2500 VS. 3500 COMPARISON
A pickup truck is a pickup truck, right? Not so fast, young Padawan. Although each Silverado has the same pickup underpinnings—primarily a truck bed, hitch, and big-boy engine—not every Chevy Silverado is built for the same purpose. If you’re interested in buying or leasing a new Silverado in Kansas City, let us help you make the right decision. Review our Silverado truck comparison below to review specs, features and capabilities of the 1500, 2500HD and 3500HD. Then you’ll be ready to start a relationship with the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size truck in America.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Offering the most versatile trim options in the segment, the Silverado 1500 is no stranger to worksites. For over 100 years, Chevy has put the Silverado in the hands of construction crews, home renovators, roofers, and DIYers. For the latest generation, new Silverado 1500, that trend continues thanks to a slew of new features and the most functional bed in the segment.
New for 2023 is a highly refined Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine that delivers 10% more horsepower (305 hp) and nearly 8% more torque (495 lb-ft) than its predecessor. This joins a trio of other engines: 2.7L Turbo, 5.3L V8 and 6.2L V8, the latter of which makes 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. The 2024 Silverado replaces the 2.7L Turbo with a 2.7L High-Output I-4 that makes 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque.
Silverado's Durabed is so functional it’s scary. Built from high-strength steel, the Durabed offers best-in-class cargo box volume, an available 120V outlet, LED Rear Task lights, 12 fixed tie-downs rated at 500 pounds, Multi-Flex tailgate and power up/down liftgate functionality, and the expansive CornerStep rear bumper.
To ensure you’re making the most of your Silverado, we recommend equipping it with the Advanced Trailering Camera Package. You’ll have the perfect view from the side mirrors and towing hitch, as well as Hitch Guidance and special rear lighting. Take a look at our inventory of new Silverado 1500 trucks for sale. You'll come to discover the new Silverado is the best midsize truck for the price -- period.
Trims: High Country, ZR2, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, RST, LT, Custom Trail Boss, Custom, WT
Max Towing: 13,300 lbs.
Max Payload: 2,260 lbs.
Cargo Volume: 89.1 cu. ft.
Bed Length: 90 in. (regular cab)
Notable Features: Advanced Trailering System with 14 Camera Views • Head-Up Display • Auto Electric Parking Brake Assist • 4G LTE Wi-Fi • Power Sunroof • Dual USB ports • 13.4-inch touchscreen • Apple CarPlay • Android Auto • Google Built-in • Larger CornerSteps with pocket handgrips • Tow/Haul Mode • Rear Park Assist • OnStar® Safety with Automatic Crash Response • Universal Garage Door Opener • Teen Driver • Industry-First Power-Up/-Down Tailgate • Adaptive Cruise Control • Super Cruise
New for 2023 is a highly refined Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine that delivers 10% more horsepower (305 hp) and nearly 8% more torque (495 lb-ft) than its predecessor. This joins a trio of other engines: 2.7L Turbo, 5.3L V8 and 6.2L V8, the latter of which makes 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. The 2024 Silverado replaces the 2.7L Turbo with a 2.7L High-Output I-4 that makes 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque.
Silverado's Durabed is so functional it’s scary. Built from high-strength steel, the Durabed offers best-in-class cargo box volume, an available 120V outlet, LED Rear Task lights, 12 fixed tie-downs rated at 500 pounds, Multi-Flex tailgate and power up/down liftgate functionality, and the expansive CornerStep rear bumper.
To ensure you’re making the most of your Silverado, we recommend equipping it with the Advanced Trailering Camera Package. You’ll have the perfect view from the side mirrors and towing hitch, as well as Hitch Guidance and special rear lighting. Take a look at our inventory of new Silverado 1500 trucks for sale. You'll come to discover the new Silverado is the best midsize truck for the price -- period.
Trims: High Country, ZR2, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, RST, LT, Custom Trail Boss, Custom, WT
Max Towing: 13,300 lbs.
Max Payload: 2,260 lbs.
Cargo Volume: 89.1 cu. ft.
Bed Length: 90 in. (regular cab)
Notable Features: Advanced Trailering System with 14 Camera Views • Head-Up Display • Auto Electric Parking Brake Assist • 4G LTE Wi-Fi • Power Sunroof • Dual USB ports • 13.4-inch touchscreen • Apple CarPlay • Android Auto • Google Built-in • Larger CornerSteps with pocket handgrips • Tow/Haul Mode • Rear Park Assist • OnStar® Safety with Automatic Crash Response • Universal Garage Door Opener • Teen Driver • Industry-First Power-Up/-Down Tailgate • Adaptive Cruise Control • Super Cruise

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Both the 3500 and 2500 Silverado HD can be fitted with one of two new heavy-duty engines: A Duramax® 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 (470 hp and 975 lb-ft of torque) or the beefy base 6.6L V8 (401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque). The Silverado 2500 diesel truck, when equipped with a 5th wheel and dual rear wheels, has a towing rating of 22,500 lbs. Better yet is its durable spray-on bed liner, which is permanently bonded to the cargo box for premium protection from all of life’s little missteps.
The best-in-class Advanced Trailering System is also available on the 2500 HD. Chevy’s unique trailering system offers 14 amazing camera views to make towing more convenient. Included in the trailering system are pieces of technology like pre-departure checklists, exterior trailer lighting diagnostics, trailer maintenance reminders and trailer TPMS. Fitted with a top-of-the-line towing package, the Silverado 2500 is one of the best 3/4-ton trucks.
Don’t let work work you to the bone. Make the upgrade and let Silverado HD get down to business. View our selection of new Silverado 2500 trucks in Olathe.
Trims: WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, High Country
Max Towing: 22,500 lbs.
Max Payload: 3,850 lbs.
Cargo Volume: 83.5 cu. ft.
Bed Length: 98.27 inches (long box)
Notable Features: Advanced Trailering System with 15 Camera Views • Head-Up Display • Allison® 10-Speed • Duralife™ brake rotors • 4 movable cargo box tie-downs • Wireless charging pad • 4G LTE Wi-Fi • USB ports • 13.4-inch touchscreen • Apple CarPlay • Android Auto • Google Built-in • Larger CornerSteps • Tow/Haul Mode • Rear Park Assist • OnStar® Safety with Automatic Crash Response • Industry-First Power-Up/-Down Tailgate • Adaptive Cruise Control • Adaptive Cruise Control with Trailer

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
The biggest difference between the 2500 and 3500 Silverado trucks can be seen in their capabilities.
The new 3500HD can be configured with either single or dual rear wheels (both 2WD and 4WD), allowing it to tow a maximum of 36,000 pounds with a Gooseneck; that’s an increase of over 50% from the previous-generation Silverado 3500 model. Trims and features are similar if not altogether the same, but that little bump in trailering and towing ability can make a world of difference. In either case, with the heavy-duty Silverado, you'll have one of the best trucks for towing at your disposal.
Search our selection of new Silverado 3500 pickups for sale if you need that type of world-changing power.
Trims: WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, High Country
Max Towing: 36,000 lbs.
Max Payload: 7,290 lbs.
Cargo Volume: 83.5 cu. ft.
Bed Length: 98.27 inches (long box)
Notable Features: Advanced Trailering System with 15 Camera Views • Head-Up Display • Allison® 10-Speed • Duralife™ brake rotors • 4 movable cargo box tie-downs • Wireless charging pad • 4G LTE Wi-Fi • USB ports • 13.4-inch touchscreen • Apple CarPlay • Android Auto • Google Built-in • Larger CornerSteps • Tow/Haul Mode • Rear Park Assist • OnStar® Safety with Automatic Crash Response • Industry-First Power-Up/-Down Tailgate • Adaptive Cruise Control • Adaptive Cruise Control with Trailer
The new 3500HD can be configured with either single or dual rear wheels (both 2WD and 4WD), allowing it to tow a maximum of 36,000 pounds with a Gooseneck; that’s an increase of over 50% from the previous-generation Silverado 3500 model. Trims and features are similar if not altogether the same, but that little bump in trailering and towing ability can make a world of difference. In either case, with the heavy-duty Silverado, you'll have one of the best trucks for towing at your disposal.
Search our selection of new Silverado 3500 pickups for sale if you need that type of world-changing power.
Trims: WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, High Country
Max Towing: 36,000 lbs.
Max Payload: 7,290 lbs.
Cargo Volume: 83.5 cu. ft.
Bed Length: 98.27 inches (long box)
Notable Features: Advanced Trailering System with 15 Camera Views • Head-Up Display • Allison® 10-Speed • Duralife™ brake rotors • 4 movable cargo box tie-downs • Wireless charging pad • 4G LTE Wi-Fi • USB ports • 13.4-inch touchscreen • Apple CarPlay • Android Auto • Google Built-in • Larger CornerSteps • Tow/Haul Mode • Rear Park Assist • OnStar® Safety with Automatic Crash Response • Industry-First Power-Up/-Down Tailgate • Adaptive Cruise Control • Adaptive Cruise Control with Trailer

TEST DRIVE A CHEVY SILVERADO IN OLATHE, KS
Ready to get to work with one of the best towing trucks in the world? Still need help identifying Silverado 2500 vs 3500 differences? Visit our Chevy dealership near Kansas City to meet any of our new Silverado trucks or reserve a Chevrolet Silverado EV. Contact us at (913) 324-7200 to schedule a test drive or ask us about our current Chevy Silverado specials. The McCarthy Chevrolet Olathe sales team is ready to assist shoppers throughout KC, including the areas of Lenexa and Lawrence, KS.
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