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  3. Silverado 3500
  4. 2005

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

The choice for best full-size pickup is not every bit clear as information technology was three years ago, when the Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra appeared to be the leaders of the pack. Since then, Ford has introduced an all-new F-150, Dodge has re-engineered the Ram, Toyota has added a Crew Cab model to its Tundra line, and Nissan has rolled out the appropriately named Titan. At that place isn't a dog amid them. All are superb in their own way.

All the same Silverado still rides too or better than whatever of them, and information technology handles well. It's quick and it'south comfortable. Boxed and hydroformed frame rails give Silverado a stiff, rigid platform. Information technology is, as the advertising tagline says, like a rock. Silverado's interior was significantly updated in 2003, and and then was its electrical system. Quadrasteer, GM'south heavy-duty four-bicycle-steering, is available for a number of different models, improving maneuverability in tight quarters or when pulling a trailer. Heated seats, a Bose stereo, XM Satellite Radio and other options make long days spent in a Silverado comfortable and enjoyable.

For 2005, well-nigh Silverados come with wider, lower-profile tires on 17-inch wheels, promising better handling than earlier. Brusk-box Extended Cabs with 4WD now offer a more powerful all-alumium V8, while a gas/electrical Hybrid option promises lower operating cost with V8 performance. There'southward a sporty SS model, for buyers who value muscle-car acceleration and handling over towing/hauling chapters. More pocket-sized changes for 2005 include dual electric cooling fans, which are quieter and more efficient than the engine-driven fan used previously. Aerodynamic refinements to the front cease and running boards reduce wind noise and hope a slight improvement in fuel economy,

Those who value a smooth-riding truck with a low load height should compare a two-cycle-drive Silverado to the other total-size pickups; lifting heavy equipment into the back of high-riding trucks is hard on the dorsum.
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The choice for best full-size pickup is not every bit clear every bit information technology was 3 years agone, when the Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra appeared to be the leaders of the pack. Since then, Ford has introduced an all-new F-150, Dodge has re-engineered the Ram, Toyota has added a Coiffure Cab model to its Tundra line, and Nissan has rolled out the appropriately named Titan. There isn't a canis familiaris among them. All are superb in their own mode.

Yet Silverado still rides also or improve than whatever of them, and it handles well. Information technology's quick and information technology's comfortable. Boxed and hydroformed frame track give Silverado a potent, rigid platform. Information technology is, as the advertising tagline says, like a rock. Silverado's interior was significantly updated in 2003, and so was its electric system. Quadrasteer, GM's heavy-duty iv-wheel-steering, is available for a number of dissimilar models, improving maneuverability in tight quarters or when pulling a trailer. Heated seats, a Bose stereo, XM Satellite Radio and other options make long days spent in a Silverado comfortable and enjoyable.

For 2005, most Silverados come with wider, lower-profile tires on 17-inch wheels, promising better handling than before. Brusque-box Extended Cabs with 4WD at present offer a more than powerful all-alumium V8, while a gas/electrical Hybrid option promises lower operating cost with V8 performance. In that location's a sporty SS model, for buyers who value musculus-car dispatch and handling over towing/hauling capacity. More modest changes for 2005 include dual electric cooling fans, which are quieter and more efficient than the engine-driven fan used previously. Aerodynamic refinements to the forepart end and running boards reduce air current noise and promise a slight improvement in fuel economy,

Those who value a smooth-riding truck with a low load height should compare a ii-cycle-drive Silverado to the other full-size pickups; lifting heavy equipment into the back of loftier-riding trucks is hard on the back.
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$28,665 - $41,345 MSRP / Window Sticker Price

Engine 6.0L V-8
MPG City / Hwy
Seating half-dozen Passengers
Manual 5-spd human being westward/OD
Power 300 @ 4400 rpm
Drivetrain rear-wheel

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