Like a Rock: The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
April 19th, 2007 by AnnieThe search for the unflappable full-size truck has ended with the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. Never again will you have to worry about getting through potholes, nasty roads, lumpy fields or pulling up your three-ton trailer up a steep mountain pass. Not with the all-new Chevrolet Silverado.
With its broad stance and chiseled features, the mere design of the Silverado oozes tremendous power and a muscular presence. Like its previous models, the Silverado’s interior is similar to that of the GMC Sierra, which is almost its twin. But the outside is where the Silverado establishes its distinct macho personality, with its wide hood, bumpers and front and rear fenders as well as its tailgate, lamps and cargo box. The Silverado also shares some of the Sierra’s finest features, such as its power rear windows and its double-jointed rear doors that can open at a useful 170 degree angle.
The Silverado comes in three cabs, three bed lengths and five amazing engines. There’s the 195 horse power 4.3 liter V6, the 295 horsepower 4.8 liter V8 , the 315 horse power 5.3 liter V8 and the 367 horse power 6.0 liter V8. The Silverado will also soon launch an SS model with the 400 horse power 6.2 liter V8, similar to that of the Escalade.
Presently, all Silverado models are equipped with a four-speed automatic, but a more impressive HD version is said to be hitting the market in spring of 2007. In terms of fuel economy, the Chevrolet Silverado is impressive with its 20 mpg rate (for the 6.0 liter only).
One of the key requirements of truck buyers is a sturdy frame, and with a fully boxed front section, powerful front suspension and and extra cross-members, the Silverado’s frame is just what the doctor ordered.
Inside, the Tahoe boasts of retro gauges, a slick dash, comfortable bucket seats, a center console decorated in wood grain and a stylish two-story glove compartment. Crew cab models have huge back seats and rear benches that can flip into the cab walls should you need more cargo space.
The Silverado also has a number of impressive options, such as a power sunroof, power back glass, upgraded stereos, leather upholstery, rain-sensitive windshield wipers and a touch-screen navigation system.