2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Overview + What's New
Birthed in 1998 from the C/K series, Chevrolet’s Silverado (and cousin GMC Sierra) continue to play a strong Hatfield to Ford’s McCoy. 2014 marks a new generation for Chevy’s and GMC’s full-size pickups with everything from engine options to the truck’s frame receiving a major overhaul.
What’s New
The all-new Silverado 1500 sees a slew of changes to meet the demands of modern truck owners: better fuel economy, smoother road manners and power on tap for dealing with heavy work.
A classic way to improve fuel economy is to shave off weight. The Silverado’s redesign starts with starts with an updated frame that boasts major components made from high-strength steel and benefits from hydroforming to increase rigidity and shed some pounds. Following suit, the truck’s bed is now made from roll-formed steel, as opposed to stamped steel, in order to further drop weight and add strength. Aluminum alloys make an appearance on the hood, control arms and engine block to further lighten the load.
The theme of better performance with improved fuel economy is echoed in the 2014 Silverado 1500’s revamped engine choices. An all-new 4.3-liter V6 is added to the mix of available powerplants, replacing the last generation’s V6 with more potent horsepower and torque ratings in a fuel-saving package. The 4.8L V8 vanishes from the lineup, its performance mostly overshadowed by the new V6. The 5.3 and 6.2-liter V8 engines get dramatic changes with the addition of direct fuel injection and cylinder deactivation technology, delivering an increase in power and fuel efficiency at the same time.
Some of the Silverado’s weight savings gets spent on a stronger cab, wider wheels, a larger battery and larger rear axles for the V8-powered Silverados, but the manufacturer claims that the end result is noticeably lighter than the competition and around 200 pounds lighter than its predecessor. The wider wheels are a part of the revised front and rear suspension, intended to serve up a more composed ride on paved and rough roads.
New safety features are also available for Chevy’s latest truck. A lane departure warning system, Forward collision alert and a front- and rear-parking assistance system are all new options for the Silverado. StabilTrak with Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist are standard on all 2014 models.
Rounding out the new Silverado’s upgrades are a bevy of comforts and refinements focused on delivering a more comfortable, even luxurious, driving experience. A new electric power steering system hopes to improve steering feel and also save fuel. The redesigned interior features multiple USB ports, along with 12-volt and 110-volt outlets. Most models feature a 4.2-inch color Driver Information Center as standard equipment. Chevrolet’s MyLink Infotainment system is optional, bringing along an 8-inch touchscreen with voice recognition for navigation, media and calls. The new Silverado even takes a step into the luxury pickup truck segment with the addition of a High Country trim level, replete with goodies like heated and cooled seats, custom badges and a saddle-brown leather interior.
Lastly, if you were among those who griped about the awkwardness of working with the rear-hinged doors on extended cab-equipped Silverados, you’ll be happy to know that for the 2014 year that problem’s been addressed. Chevy’s latest now has front-hinged doors for the rear passengers, along with another welcome change—you can now order the larger 6.5-foot bed with a crew cab model. Previously, only the 5.75-foot bed was available with the Silverado’s largest cab.
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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Bodystyles, Engines + Powertrains
Bodystyles
Bodystyle choices begin with the 3-passenger-toting regular cab, combinable with either a 6.5- or an 8-foot bed. A step up to the extended cab will squeeze in 6, but comes only with a 6.5-foot bed. Crew cab models deal out more space for 6 passengers and, as mentioned above, now can be paired with either the 5.75- or the 6.5-foot beds.
Engines and Powertrains
The Silerverado’s new 4.3-liter V6 comes standard on all trims up to the LTZ level, churning out 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque.
The EPA claims an average of 18 mpg on city streets and 24 mpg highway for two-wheel drive models and 17 mpg city/22 mpg highway mileage for those equipped with four-wheel drive. The LTZ trim swaps the V6 out for the 5.3-liter V8 engine, upping the oomph to 355hp and 383 lb.-ft of torque. Combined with rear-wheel drive, the 5.3-liter delivers 16 mpg in the city and 23 mpg for highway stretches. When pushing all four wheels the engine sees the same city fuel economy but drops to 22 mpg on the highway. At the top of the powertrain heap sits the 6.2-liter V8 that dishes out 420 hp and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. The Silverado 1500’s largest available engine, only available as an option for the LTZ and High Country trims, returns 15 mpg in city driving and 21 mpg on the highway in two-wheel drive configurations. Four-wheel drive models outfitted with the 6.2-liter see 14 mpg city/20 mpg highway. Every engine choice comes mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and, as the numbers above reflect, can be combined with either a two-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive powertrain.
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Trim Levels
With the addition of the new High Country trim, the Silverado 1500 can be everything from your stripped-down-to-business work machine to your luxury oasis. If you want your truck to have a regular cab, you’ll need to outfit it in either the Work Truck or LT trims. If an extended or crew cab is more your thing, you’ll need the LT, LTZ, High Country or Z71 trims.
Chevy’s latest Silverado beings life in the Work Truck (WT) trims.
The starter trim, 1WT, comes with basics like power windows and door locks, air conditioning, cruise control, a vinyl 40/20/40-split bench seat, a rubber-covered floor, 17-inch steel wheels and a four-speaker AM/FM sound system with USB and auxiliary inputs. A step up to the next Work Truck level, 2WT, adds a touch of functionality and flash with tinted glass, chrome bumpers and grille, stainless-steel finish wheels, power/heated mirrors, keyless entry, Bluetooth connectivity for calls and music, OnStar and a 4-inch color display that handles Pandora radio, satellite radio, HD radio, the CD player and voice control functions for the MyLink audio system.
The next level up from the Work Truck trims, LT, swaps out the floor’s rubber for carpeting, upgrades the vinyl seating surfaces to cloth upholstery and adds an "E-Z" lift/lower tailgate, a six-speaker audio system, alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and a chrome grille insert.
Nearing the Silverado 1500’s top-of-the line is the LTZ trim.
LTZ models add luxury touches to the LT’s features like an 8-inch touchscreen display for the MyLink system, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated eight-way power driver passenger front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and chrome trim, along with convenience upgrades like remote starting, a power sliding rear window with defroster, power folding mirrors, a rearview camera, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a 110-volt power outlet.
A step up from the LTZ trim can go in one of two directions. Those looking for better off-road capability go in the direction of the Z71—actually an add-on for either the LT or LTZ trims. Z71 models bring beefier shock absorbers, a heavy-duty air cleaner, hill descent control, underbody shields, recovery hooks and special badging. Those who want a little more coddling can opt for the High Country trim--Chevrolet’s entry into the lucrative luxury truck market. As such, the High Country serves up 10-way power-adjustable ventilated front seats, a premium Bose audio system, front and rear parking sensors, cargo box tie-downs, a power sliding rear window and 20-inch wheels, along with a unique grille and badging.
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Safety
Every 2014 Silverado 1500 comes with antilock disc brakes, traction control, stability control, front and rear-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and the OnStar system. Safety features like a rearview camera (standard on LTZ and up) and front and rear park assist (standard on High Country) are available as options for all trims, along with more advanced systems like forward collision alert and lane departure warning.
The NHTSA gave the 2014 Silverado 1500 5 out of 5 stars in its crash safety tests--earning a 5-star rating for overall side-impact protection and 5 stars for frontal protection.
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Birthed in 1998 from the C/K series, Chevrolet’s Silverado (and cousin GMC Sierra) continue to play a strong Hatfield to Ford’s McCoy. 2014 marks a new generation for Chevy’s and GMC’s full-size pickups with everything from engine options to the truck’s frame receiving a major overhaul.
What’s New
The all-new Silverado 1500 sees a slew of changes to meet the demands of modern truck owners: better fuel economy, smoother road manners and power on tap for dealing with heavy work.
A classic way to improve fuel economy is to shave off weight. The Silverado’s redesign starts with starts with an updated frame that boasts major components made from high-strength steel and benefits from hydroforming to increase rigidity and shed some pounds. Following suit, the truck’s bed is now made from roll-formed steel, as opposed to stamped steel, in order to further drop weight and add strength. Aluminum alloys make an appearance on the hood, control arms and engine block to further lighten the load.
The theme of better performance with improved fuel economy is echoed in the 2014 Silverado 1500’s revamped engine choices. An all-new 4.3-liter V6 is added to the mix of available powerplants, replacing the last generation’s V6 with more potent horsepower and torque ratings in a fuel-saving package. The 4.8L V8 vanishes from the lineup, its performance mostly overshadowed by the new V6. The 5.3 and 6.2-liter V8 engines get dramatic changes with the addition of direct fuel injection and cylinder deactivation technology, delivering an increase in power and fuel efficiency at the same time.
Some of the Silverado’s weight savings gets spent on a stronger cab, wider wheels, a larger battery and larger rear axles for the V8-powered Silverados, but the manufacturer claims that the end result is noticeably lighter than the competition and around 200 pounds lighter than its predecessor. The wider wheels are a part of the revised front and rear suspension, intended to serve up a more composed ride on paved and rough roads.
New safety features are also available for Chevy’s latest truck. A lane departure warning system, Forward collision alert and a front- and rear-parking assistance system are all new options for the Silverado. StabilTrak with Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist are standard on all 2014 models.
Rounding out the new Silverado’s upgrades are a bevy of comforts and refinements focused on delivering a more comfortable, even luxurious, driving experience. A new electric power steering system hopes to improve steering feel and also save fuel. The redesigned interior features multiple USB ports, along with 12-volt and 110-volt outlets. Most models feature a 4.2-inch color Driver Information Center as standard equipment. Chevrolet’s MyLink Infotainment system is optional, bringing along an 8-inch touchscreen with voice recognition for navigation, media and calls. The new Silverado even takes a step into the luxury pickup truck segment with the addition of a High Country trim level, replete with goodies like heated and cooled seats, custom badges and a saddle-brown leather interior.
Lastly, if you were among those who griped about the awkwardness of working with the rear-hinged doors on extended cab-equipped Silverados, you’ll be happy to know that for the 2014 year that problem’s been addressed. Chevy’s latest now has front-hinged doors for the rear passengers, along with another welcome change—you can now order the larger 6.5-foot bed with a crew cab model. Previously, only the 5.75-foot bed was available with the Silverado’s largest cab.
Next up: Bodystyles, Engines and Powertrains
Jump to Trim Levels Jump to Safety
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Bodystyles, Engines + Powertrains
Bodystyles
Bodystyle choices begin with the 3-passenger-toting regular cab, combinable with either a 6.5- or an 8-foot bed. A step up to the extended cab will squeeze in 6, but comes only with a 6.5-foot bed. Crew cab models deal out more space for 6 passengers and, as mentioned above, now can be paired with either the 5.75- or the 6.5-foot beds.
Engines and Powertrains
The Silerverado’s new 4.3-liter V6 comes standard on all trims up to the LTZ level, churning out 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque.
The EPA claims an average of 18 mpg on city streets and 24 mpg highway for two-wheel drive models and 17 mpg city/22 mpg highway mileage for those equipped with four-wheel drive. The LTZ trim swaps the V6 out for the 5.3-liter V8 engine, upping the oomph to 355hp and 383 lb.-ft of torque. Combined with rear-wheel drive, the 5.3-liter delivers 16 mpg in the city and 23 mpg for highway stretches. When pushing all four wheels the engine sees the same city fuel economy but drops to 22 mpg on the highway. At the top of the powertrain heap sits the 6.2-liter V8 that dishes out 420 hp and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. The Silverado 1500’s largest available engine, only available as an option for the LTZ and High Country trims, returns 15 mpg in city driving and 21 mpg on the highway in two-wheel drive configurations. Four-wheel drive models outfitted with the 6.2-liter see 14 mpg city/20 mpg highway. Every engine choice comes mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and, as the numbers above reflect, can be combined with either a two-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive powertrain.
Next up: Trim Levels
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Trim Levels
With the addition of the new High Country trim, the Silverado 1500 can be everything from your stripped-down-to-business work machine to your luxury oasis. If you want your truck to have a regular cab, you’ll need to outfit it in either the Work Truck or LT trims. If an extended or crew cab is more your thing, you’ll need the LT, LTZ, High Country or Z71 trims.
Chevy’s latest Silverado beings life in the Work Truck (WT) trims.
The starter trim, 1WT, comes with basics like power windows and door locks, air conditioning, cruise control, a vinyl 40/20/40-split bench seat, a rubber-covered floor, 17-inch steel wheels and a four-speaker AM/FM sound system with USB and auxiliary inputs. A step up to the next Work Truck level, 2WT, adds a touch of functionality and flash with tinted glass, chrome bumpers and grille, stainless-steel finish wheels, power/heated mirrors, keyless entry, Bluetooth connectivity for calls and music, OnStar and a 4-inch color display that handles Pandora radio, satellite radio, HD radio, the CD player and voice control functions for the MyLink audio system.
The next level up from the Work Truck trims, LT, swaps out the floor’s rubber for carpeting, upgrades the vinyl seating surfaces to cloth upholstery and adds an "E-Z" lift/lower tailgate, a six-speaker audio system, alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and a chrome grille insert.
Nearing the Silverado 1500’s top-of-the line is the LTZ trim.
LTZ models add luxury touches to the LT’s features like an 8-inch touchscreen display for the MyLink system, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated eight-way power driver passenger front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and chrome trim, along with convenience upgrades like remote starting, a power sliding rear window with defroster, power folding mirrors, a rearview camera, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a 110-volt power outlet.
A step up from the LTZ trim can go in one of two directions. Those looking for better off-road capability go in the direction of the Z71—actually an add-on for either the LT or LTZ trims. Z71 models bring beefier shock absorbers, a heavy-duty air cleaner, hill descent control, underbody shields, recovery hooks and special badging. Those who want a little more coddling can opt for the High Country trim--Chevrolet’s entry into the lucrative luxury truck market. As such, the High Country serves up 10-way power-adjustable ventilated front seats, a premium Bose audio system, front and rear parking sensors, cargo box tie-downs, a power sliding rear window and 20-inch wheels, along with a unique grille and badging.
Next up: Safety
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Safety
Every 2014 Silverado 1500 comes with antilock disc brakes, traction control, stability control, front and rear-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and the OnStar system. Safety features like a rearview camera (standard on LTZ and up) and front and rear park assist (standard on High Country) are available as options for all trims, along with more advanced systems like forward collision alert and lane departure warning.
The NHTSA gave the 2014 Silverado 1500 5 out of 5 stars in its crash safety tests--earning a 5-star rating for overall side-impact protection and 5 stars for frontal protection.
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