Chevy Silverado 2500 vs Silverado 1500

Chevrolet’s Silverado lineup includes several capable pickups including the 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500. To help you decide which one is the best fit for you, we at Feldman Chevrolet of Livonia have put together this detailed Chevy Silverado 2500 vs. Silverado 1500 comparison.

Pickup truck shoppers in the areas of Livonia, Redford, and Wayne should read ahead to learn more about what these models offer when it comes to performance, capability, technology, and more!

 

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Silverado 2500 vs Silverado 1500: Performance & Capabilities

Both the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 and the 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 are designed to move incredible amounts of weight. Essentially, they are different configurations of the same model—one is just a light-duty model and the other is a heavy-duty model.

With the Silverado 1500, you’ll have five engine options to choose from including a V8 engine that pumps out 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. With this kind of power and the proper equipment, the Silverado 1500 can tow more than 12,000 pounds of trailer weight.¹

The heavy-duty Silverado 2500 offers two engine options including a Duramax® 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 engine which makes 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, you’ll be able to move a whopping 18,500 pounds with this model.²

Silverado 2500 vs Silverado 1500: Interior Space & Comfort

The 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 offers a spacious six-seat Crew Cab that offers an expansive amount of interior space, including 44.53 inches of front-row legroom and 43.40 inches of second-row legroom. To ensure that all six passengers are comfortable, this model offers dual-zone automatic climate control.

The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 also offers a Crew Cab, as well as Double Cab and two-door Regular Cab options. Just like with the Silverado 2500, you’ll have plenty of space for you and your passengers and all kinds of premium comfort amenities like perforated leather-appointed seating surfaces, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated second-row outboard seats.

Silverado 2500 vs Silverado 1500: Advanced Technology Features

The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 offer many of the same technology features starting with a whole slew of advanced active safety features including:

• Forward Collision Alert
• Front and Rear Park Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking

Both models also sport an intuitive Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium System with turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free phone calling via Bluetooth®, and smartphone app integration via apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. You’ll even get a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot for easy connection capabilities on the road.

2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 vs 2019 Silverado 1500: The Verdict

As you can see, both the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 and the 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 offer some incredible capabilities and features. Which one is a better fit for you is entirely based on your needs—get behind the wheel and confirm it with us at Feldman Chevrolet of Livonia today. Shoppers in Livonia, Redford, and Wayne can schedule a test drive today by giving us a call!

¹ Double cab standard box, 4x4. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo, and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

² With conventional hitch: Requires 2500HD Crew Cab Standard Bed or Long Bed 2WD or 4x4 with 18-inch or 20-inch wheels. With available fifth-wheel/gooseneck hitch: Requires 2500HD Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD or 2500HD Crew Cab Standard Bed or Long Bed 2WD or 4x4 with 18-inch or 20-inch wheels. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo, and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.