2022 Chevy Silverado 3500HD

　　

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.

　　When you need the most towing and payload capacity available in a heavy-duty pickup truck, your choices include the Ford F-350 and F-450 Super Duty, the GMC Sierra 3500HD, the Ram 3500 Heavy Duty and the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD. Each of these trucks has bragging rights in one way or another, and they're all competitive when it comes to maximum capabilities.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) 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 N/A undefined in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

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　　Silverado 3500HD Work Truck

　　Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $36,500 MSRPWork Truck 2dr Regular Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $37,700 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $39,100 MSRPWork Truck 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $39,300 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $40,300 MSRPWork Truck 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $40,500 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $40,700 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $40,900 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $41,900 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $42,100 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $43,100 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $43,500 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $43,700 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $44,900 MSRPLT 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $40,600 MSRPLT 2dr Regular Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $41,800 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $42,800 MSRPLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $43,400 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $44,000 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $44,400 MSRPLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $44,600 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $44,600 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $45,600 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $45,800 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $46,800 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $47,200 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $47,400 MSRPLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $48,600 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $52,500 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $52,700 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $53,900 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $55,300 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $55,500 MSRPLTZ 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $56,700 MSRPHigh Country 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) (Most Popular) - $64,300 MSRPHigh Country 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $64,500 MSRPHigh Country 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.6L 8cyl 6A) - $65,700 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　Depending on the configuration and drivetrain, the Chevy Silverado 3500HD can tow 36,000 pounds with a fifth-wheel/gooseneck-style trailer and can carry up to 7,442 pounds of payload. These numbers fall a little short relative to its rivals, but the Silverado 3500HD's high-strength steel Durabed offers more capacity than the competition at 89 cubic feet for the long cargo bed. The Silverado 3500HD also excels with regard to value as it has the lowest base price of this quartet of heavy-haulers.

　　Chevrolet redesigned the Silverado 3500HD for the 2020 model year and has made few changes since. That trend continues for the 2022 Silverado 3500HD. The handy Multi-Flex tailgate is now available for all trim levels, and Chevy is offering one new paint color and one new 20-inch wheel design. However, the truck's most glaring flaw — the cheap interior — remains. It will likely get a major upgrade next year, similar to the interior enhancements the Silverado 1500 light-duty model received this year.

　　Ultimately, your choice in a new heavy-duty truck comes down to personal preference and your budget. If you like the Silverado 3500HD, chances are you'll find it agreeable, even if it isn't at the top of its small competitive class.

　　

Which Silverado 3500HD does zzdcar recommend?

Though the Silverado 3500HD is built for work, chances are you'll want it to have more than just the basics. That's why we recommend the LT trim, which is available with all three cab styles. The Silverado 3500HD LT has a more upscale interior than the more affordable Work Truck and serves as your ticket to a wider range of optional features that help you better configure the truck to personal preferences.

　　

Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD models

The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is available in regular-cab, double-cab (a four-door extended cab with a small back seat), and crew-cab configurations. All three cab styles marry to a long cargo bed, but the crew cab offers a shorter standard bed to improve maneuverability. Depending on the version you choose, the Silverado 3500HD offers a choice between WT (Work Truck), LT, LTZ and High Country trim levels.

　　A 6.6-liter gasoline-fueled V8 engine (401 horsepower, 464 lb-ft) is standard, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. A 6.6-liter diesel V8 (445 hp, 910 lb-ft) is an option and uses a 10-speed automatic. Both engines power the truck's rear wheels through a single or dual rear-wheel axle, and four-wheel drive is available.

　　WT

　　The entry-level Work Truck is budget-friendly but offers a short list of standard features:

　　18-inch steel wheels All-terrain tires Black bumpers and exterior trim Trailering mirrors Trailering equipment Locking tailgate Air conditioning Tilt steering wheel Manual door locks and windows (on regular cabs) Power door locks and windows (on double and crew cabs) Rubberized vinyl floor covering Vinyl upholstery 40/20/40-split front bench seat 60/40-split folding rear bench seat (on double and crew cabs) 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system Two-speaker audio system on regular cab (six-speaker on double and crew cabs) Bluetooth for two devices simultaneously Two USB ports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration Safe teen driver monitoring system Backup camera with hitch guidance lines Rear seat reminder (alerts you to check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle)LT

　　Choose the LT trim level for a Silverado 3500HD that's also suited for use once the workweek is over. It adds:

　　18-inch alloy wheels Chrome bumpers and grille trim Power-adjustable, heated exterior mirrors Tinted glass Low-effort tailgate (Chevy's EZ Lift) with power lock and release Trailer brake controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab) Cruise control Steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls Remote keyless entry Cloth upholstery Carpeting and vinyl floor mats Underseat storage for front seat 4.2-inch digital driver information display in gauge cluster 8-inch touchscreen Chevrolet Connected Services with onboard Wi-Fi Satellite radioLTZ

　　The LTZ trim level is only available with crew cabs. It adds more refinement and upscale details, such as:

　　Enhanced trailering technology (added security and monitoring) Electronic variable steering assist (reduces long-distance fatigue) Active electronic transfer case (4WD models only) Additional chrome exterior trim LED headlights, foglights and taillights Power-folding/extending and auto-dimming exterior mirrors Keyless entry and engine start Remote engine start Dual-zone automatic climate control Leather upholstery Power-adjustable, heated front seats with driver's seat memory Household-style power outlets in cab and bed Heated, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel 8-inch high-definition touchscreen infotainment system Additional second-row USB ports and 12-volt power outlet 120-volt AC outlet in the cabin and in the bed Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Expanded version of satellite radio High-definition backup camera with hitch guidance linesHigh Country

　　This is the most luxurious version of the Silverado 3500HD, equipping the truck with:

　　Standard 4WD with push-button control of 4WD mode 20-inch polished alloy wheels Body-color bumpers Chrome side assist steps Power-sliding rear window LED cargo bed lighting Spray-in bedliner Power tailgate Upgraded 8-inch driver information display Navigation system Front bucket seats with center storage console Carpeted floor mats Ventilated front seats Bose premium sound system Wireless smartphone charger Bed-view camera Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Silverado 3500HD and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)Chevy offers many of the standard features found on the upper trim levels as options for the lower trims. Additionally, optional equipment highlights include:

　　Z71 off-road package (upgraded suspension, skid plates, hill descent control) Power take-off system (converts engine power to operate electrical equipment) Power-retractable side steps Hard folding tonneau cover for the bed Multi-Flex tailgate (offers several configurable settings for various cargo requirements) Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area) Trailering camera system (can display multiple trailer-based camera views on the touchscreen to aid with towing) Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield) Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)

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