2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The value-priced Work Truck package is now available on both regular and extended cabs. Base models pick up cruise control, a sound system, chrome rear bumper and chrome wheels. An automatic transmission is now standard on LS models, and the V6 is no longer an option in this trim. Other updates include new polished aluminum wheels and 265/70R16 tires with either black sidewalls or raised white lettering. The Quadrasteer option no longer requires the buyer to order trailering equipment. There's also a new tonneau cover, and inside, you'll find underseat storage. Finally, Chevrolet has deleted the Silverado's passenger-side outside door lock.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Powerful drivetrains, stout underpinnings and unique options make the Silverado a pickup worth considering, but Ford's new F-150 has it beat when it comes to interior design and overall refinement.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab Work Truck Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$234/mo  for Silverado 1500 Work Truck

　　Silverado 1500 Work Truck

　　2dr Regular Cab Work Truck Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $19,545 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $19,645 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Work Truck 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $22,645 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Work Truck 4WD LB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $22,745 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A) - $23,600 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $26,245 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $28,050 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $29,250 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $20,520 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Rwd LB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $20,820 MSRP2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $23,620 MSRP2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (4.3L 6cyl 5M) - $23,920 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A) - $25,275 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $27,220 MSRP4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $29,025 MSRP4dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $30,225 MSRP2dr Regular Cab LS Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $25,040 MSRP2dr Regular Cab LS Rwd LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $25,340 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $27,600 MSRP2dr Regular Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $28,090 MSRP2dr Regular Cab LS 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $28,390 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $28,800 MSRP4dr Crew Cab LS Rwd SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $30,475 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $30,500 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $31,700 MSRP4dr Crew Cab LS 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $33,980 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Z71 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $29,690 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Z71 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $29,990 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Z71 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A) - $31,665 MSRP4dr Extended Cab Z71 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $32,855 MSRP4dr Crew Cab Z71 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $34,495 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LT Rwd SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $32,910 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LT Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $33,210 MSRP4dr Crew Cab LT Rwd SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $34,480 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $36,415 MSRP4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $36,715 MSRP4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A) - $37,985 MSRP4dr Extended Cab SS AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A) (Most Popular) - $39,905 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　

2004 Silverado 1500 Highlights

Type: Crew CabRegular CabExtended CabSSExtended Cab

　　Trim: Work TruckBaseLSZ71LTSSWork Truck

　　

Base MSRP	$23,600
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$234/month
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	8,100 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles