2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Double Cab

　　

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 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.

　　, rating written byChristian WardlawNews Editor

　　Nick Yekikian has worked in the automotive industry since 2019. He has written close to a thousand car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 200 vehicles over the course of his career. Nick is the News Editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Automobile Magazine and Super Street. When Nick isn't zipping around town in his latest used-car find, he's probably making digital art in Photoshop or playing disc golf with friends.

　　Offering more towing and hauling capability than a Silverado 1500 but not the all-out max capacity you'll find in a Silverado 3500HD, the Silverado 2500HD blends value and performance in equal measure. This year, the 2500HD gets fresh styling, a new interior with upgraded technology, and improved powertrains with a higher maximum tow rating of 22,500 pounds when properly equipped. There's also a new ZR2 off-road version of the truck that's ready to take you farther off the beaten path than ever before.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Work Truck 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) 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 2500HD Work Truck

　　Work Truck 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $45,100 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $45,300 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $47,900 MSRPWork Truck 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $48,100 MSRPCustom 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $46,800 MSRPCustom 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $47,000 MSRPCustom 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $49,600 MSRPCustom 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $49,800 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $49,400 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $49,600 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $52,200 MSRPLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $52,400 MSRPLTZ 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $56,600 MSRPLTZ 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) (Most Popular) - $56,800 MSRPLTZ 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $59,400 MSRPLTZ 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 10A) - $59,600 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Silverado 2500HD ZR2

The Silverado 2500HD ZR2 slots into the lineup just below the High Country model. It features a standard ZR2 suspension lifted 1.5 inches and equipped with exclusive off-road shock absorbers, an aluminum front skid plate, an electronic locking rear differential and a hill descent control system. Goodyear Wrangler Territory mud-terrain tires are also standard, and the ZR2 looks the part with blacked-out exterior trim and matching wheels. You can upgrade this version of the truck with a Bison Edition package, which adds decorative and protective equipment from off-road outfitter American Expedition Vehicles (AEV).

　　

Competitors to consider

While the updated 2024 Silverado 2500HD is better than ever, it still can't muster the same amount of towing and payload capacity as the recently redesigned Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, the heavy Chevy is newly competitive with the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty, and the Silverado's corporate cousin, the GMC Sierra 2500HD, gets the same improvements but wrapped in different styling. Intrigued? Then be sure to read our testing team's Expert Rating of the refreshed 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500HD.  

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Average

　　7.6

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.5/10

　　How does the Silverado 2500HD drive? For something this big, the Silverado is a smooth operator. The diesel-fuel V8 we tested hauled the big Chevy to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds, which is more than respectable for something that tipped our scales at just over 8,000 pounds. That said, the burly diesel's 975 lb-ft of torque acts like a wave you simply ride on from one stop to the next. The transmission shifts promptly and unobtrusively.

　　For a truck weighing over four tons, braking and handling are never going to be high points. But in general, the Silverado 2500HD is easy to drive. The truck stops smoothly in city traffic and the steering is accurate and direct, which helps you stay within your lane with little effort.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Silverado 2500HD? The Silverado 2500HD manages to strike a nice balance between being ready for work but also comfortable when unladen. The ride is firm, but every little rut in the road doesn't make its way into your back as you roll along. The seats, on the other hand, could use softer padding and more support — our staff found them too flat and firm.

　　The climate system is easy to use and is capable of cooling or heating the cabin quickly. However, the fans whir away pretty loudly at their higher speeds. Otherwise, the cabin is pretty quiet at highway speeds. There is some wind noise that comes off this truck's massive side mirrors, but it isn't enough to be a major disturbance. Even the diesel engine is nothing more than a mild hum on the open road and doesn't make much of the characteristic diesel rattle.

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