![]() ![]() Notably, the outgoing, Chevy will continue manufacturing and selling the outgoing, K2 generation Silverado alongside the all-new model for a limited amount of time in limited configurations. While details of five powertrain combos have already been revealed, GM has not yet shared details of the new inline-six 3.0L Duramax Diesel engine, only stating that it will be " best-performing" and that it will be mated to GM's new 10-speed transmission. ![]() Riding on GM's new T1 platform shared with other future GM full-size trucks and SUVs, the 2019 Silverado offers more technology, convenience features, and engine/transmission combinations. The truck also offers an expanded amount of models for a total of eight, including the new 2019 Silverado Trailboss. The new model uses higher grade alloy steel in the bed floor as well as various mixed materials that result in a reduction in weight and improved performance, with weight falling about 450 pounds. Customers began taking delivery of the all-new truck in the second half of August 2018.Ĭhevrolet says that the all-new 2019 Silverado is the result of over 7,000 customer interviews - the most intensive research in its history. Luckily, an all-new Silverado arrived for the 2019 model year that addresses many of the issues of its predecessor model. Though the line sold relatively well, it became less competitive in the marketplace with time when compared to its primary Ford F-Series rival, due to lacking cutting-edge features such as turbocharged engines, a rugged off-road variant such as the Ford F-150 Raptor, a diesel engine option in the light duty (1500) model, and also various modern features and equipment.Ģ019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show It is based on the GM K2 platform shared with other full-size pickup trucks and SUVs from GM. ![]() The 2018 Chevy Silverado represents the fifth model year of the third-generation Silverado. Slotting above the mid-size Chevrolet Colorado (known as the S10 in some markets), the Silverado is Chevrolet's largest pickup truck and currently consists of the 1500 light duty model, two Heavy Duty models - the 2500HD and 3500HD, as well as Conventional Class 4, Class 5 and Class 6 Medium Duty models - the Silverado 4500HD and Silverado 5500HD and Silverado 6500HD. The Chevrolet Silverado is a lineup of full-size pickup trucks sold primarily in North America, but also in the Middle East and in certain markets in South America. Though no videos exist of these steps just yet on the 2019 Silverado, we did find this video published by a Chevrolet dealership back in 2016 that shows the functionality of the steps on the last-generation 2017 Silverado High Country (the last-generation model on the K2 platform).Ģ019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show About Chevrolet Silverado In all, the power assist steps on the 2019 Silverado make it easier to exit and enter the truck as well as to access the bed from the side. When not in use, the retractable steps sit (almost) flush with the truck, delivering a clean look that, in some cases, may improve the truck’s aerodynamic properties.
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