2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD Review Pricing and Specs

Overview

Not everyone needs a heavy-duty pickup truck, but the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD is a good choice for those who regularly tow heavy trailers or haul heavy equipment. Available in a range of trims that start with the blue-collar Work Truck and culminate in the posh High Country model, the Silverado HD can tick a lot of boxes for a lot of different budgets. A 6.6-liter gasoline-fired V-8 is standard, but a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 is also available and unlocks a massive 36,000-pound maximum towing capacity. Both engines come with a 10-speed automatic transmission, rear- or four-wheel drive, and single or dual rear-axle setups. The Chevy’s spacious cabin has room for a work crew, but even the highest-end models don’t quite match the poshest offerings in the Ford Super Duty and Ram HD lineups. The Silverado HD does offer plenty of convenience and tech features, though, including some driver-assistance ones that are optimized for towing.

What’s New for 2024?

Chevrolet has given the Silverado HD a styling refresh for 2024. The grille, headlamps, and front bumper have been reworked into a more handsome mug. Several new colors revamp the exterior color palette, and the High Country model is now available with a Midnight Edition package that replaces exterior chrome accents with black ones. An interior revamp sees a new 13.4-inch infotainment display and a 12.3-inch digital gauge display added to LT, LTZ, and High Country models. Those trims also receive a redesigned center console with an integrated wireless smartphone charging pad. The Duramax diesel powertrain sees a slight power boost to 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque, and the gasoline engine now comes with the same 10-speed automatic transmission that’s standard on the diesel truck. Chevrolet has also tweaked the Silverado HD’s available driver-assistance features to be more helpful when towing. For example, the adaptive cruise control feature now accounts for additional drag and increased braking distances when towing, and the blind-spot monitoring system extends the area it watches for other vehicles. An off-road-focused ZR2 model joins lineup, but it’s only offered with a crew cab. The ZR2 features a lifted suspension with advanced Multimatic spool-valve dampers, an electronically locking rear differential, steel skid plates, and 35-inch Goodyear all-terrain tires. Chevy also offers an even more aggressive ZR2 Bison model outfitted with body modifications by aftermarket supplier American Expedition Vehicles (AEV).

Pricing and Which One to Buy

We’d choose the 2500HD with the crew cab and the standard cargo bed. We’d also add all-wheel drive and the Duramax diesel powertrain to the LT trim level. We’d recommend the Z71 Off-Road package (18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, spray-in bed liner, upgraded suspension, and underbody protection) for enhanced styling and improved capability. The Convenience package appears to be a solid value and includes a 10-way power driver’s seat, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, LED cargo-bed lighting, a heated steering wheel, remote start, and more. Finally, the Safety package makes this beast easier to live with thanks to blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD have a standard gas-powered 6.6-liter V-8 that makes 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque. The optional Duramax diesel 6.6-liter V-8 carries over from the previous generation. It continues to make 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque. Both engines hook up to an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission and either rear- or four-wheel drive; each is compatible with the single or dual rear-wheel axle. We drove the diesel through mountains in 2019 while towing several tons and were impressed by its capability. The gasoline engine is no slouch, but the Duramax powertrain is the one to get for those who regularly tow heavy loads. Its mighty power and the transmission’s effortless responses provide an extra level of confidence and security when these trucks are doing what they were made for: moving mountains. However, the heavy-duty Silverado’s lack of steering accuracy and feedback—even when equipped with the electric assist system—was less reassuring. That said, the big Chevy rides surprisingly well considering everything it carries to fulfill its impressive capabilities.

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Towing and Payload Capacity

Heavy-duty trucks are judged by their maximum towing and payload ratings, even if those massive loads are never actually tested by most people. The gasoline-powered Silverado HD can tow up to 17,400 pounds, and the diesel version can pull up to 36,000 pounds. The strongest Silverado 3500HD with the regular cab and dual-rear-wheel axle can carry up to 7442 pounds of payload.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

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