2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $19,375 - $41,355
- Invoice: $18,503 - $38,700
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. See if the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | LTZ |
| Arrival Date: | 04/09/2009 |
| Engine: | ohv V8 |
| Bodystyle | crew cab |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 40,025 |
| Price as Tested: | 46,825 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 5772 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 6161 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 389 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 29.961 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 12.98 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
LTZ Plus Package (Rain-Sensing Wipers, Locking Tailgate, EZ Lift Tailgate), Navigation System (Touch Screen with CD Player, XM Nav Traffic [Replaces Std. Radio]), 20-Inch Chrome-Clad Wheels (Replaces Std./Opt. Wheels), Vortec 6.2-liter V8 SFI Engine, Power-Sliding Sunroof, Power-Sliding Rear Window (Deletes Rear-Window Defogger), Trailer Brake Controller, Cargo Management System.
From the Back Seat
David Hall
Silverado offers price, fuel economy, and configuration options that are better than most, but Ram offers more storage options and better ride with less rear hopping due to rear coil springs.
Ed Piotrowski
Silverado is a very good truck, just not with the optional 6.2-liter V8. If the less-powerful 5.3-liter V8 were not so smooth and refined, the 6.2 would look better. As it sits, though, the Escalade powertrain is there only for horsepower bragging rights. Save your money and stick with the 5.3. You'll never want for power and achieve better fuel economy, all on regular-grade gas (the 6.2 needs premium for best performance).
John Biel
Nice as it is with the 6-speed transmission, the 6.2-liter V8 is probably a bit of wallet-sapping overkill if you don't have major towing needs. If you DO have major towing needs, well, enjoy! Overall, this is an enjoyable, practical truck that can be loaded up to near $47,000--as our test example was--but can still be a worthwhile buy for the budget-conscious with fewer extras tacked on it.
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