2011 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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A hybrid drivetrain coupled with features like Bluetooth, a Bose stereo with XM satellite radio, a backup camera and 18-inch chrome wheels hints at anything but a pickup truck. Add some new aerodynamic enhancements and things only get more confusing. The old idea of a truck as a purely utilitarian purchase hasn’t changed, but our use for it has. Previously, as long as it had a large engine and a larger towing capacity, a truck could be a veritable stripper and people would be happy. Today trucks are used as mobile offices in addition to their more-rugged duties. On top of that, they’re expected to get good gas mileage as well.
We really expect a lot from our trucks.
And Chevrolet has delivered with its Silverado Hybrid. Only small changes show up for 2011, including noise-reducing aerodynamic enhancements and improved voice recognition, but that merely cements its status as the #1 hybrid full-size truck out there. Of course, along with its twin, the GMC Sierra Hybrid, it’s the only hybrid full-size truck out there.
A pair of electric motors team with a 6.0-liter V8 engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for a combination that bests the conventional Silverado in both power and fuel efficiency. That’s 332 hp and a 21/22 mpg rating for those keeping score at home. Chevy contends you’ll be able to accelerate up to 30 mph with electric power alone, although testers have noted a slight surge when switching to gasoline power. The engine will also shut off when stopped, for instance at a red light, and then start again when depressing the accelerator. The 300-volt battery is recharged through regenerative braking, which can make the pedal soft but doesn’t negatively impact braking performance. The truck stops fine, it just feels like it won’t.
In an effort to woo buyers with more than just environmental responsibility, Chevrolet loads the Silverado Hybrid up with many standard features. Dual-zone automatic climate controls, heated power mirrors, automatic headlights, a tonneau cover and chrome bumpers are all standard in addition to the premium features mentioned above. Add four-wheel drive to the mix and you’ll also get a full tow package, bumping up the maximum towing capacity to 6,100 pounds. There’s also an upscale 2HY trim that adds features like a luxury-inspired trim, leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals and a navigation system. Unfortunately the different configurations of the conventional Silverado aren’t available here, as this is solely a 4-door Crew cab with a 5.8-foot bed.
While the Silverado Hybrid isn’t cheap at an entry price of almost 40 grand, it boasts a 40% increase in fuel economy over its conventional cousins, but sadly it no longer qualifies for the $2,200 tax credit to help offset the price of your conscience. However, the hybrid equipment includes an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty that covers the entire hybrid system including the batteries, and this is on top of 5-year/100,000-mile drivetrain and 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranties.
You pay more, you get more. You’re certainly paying more with the Silverado Hybrid, but you will be compensated for that expenditure in the way of higher fuel economy, luxury features and the comfort of knowing you’re the most ecologically minded contractor on site. Whether or not the cost is worth the gain for you is a personal matter, but we can confidently say the Silverado Hybrid is the best full-size hybrid truck on the market.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 161 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 120 · Electric Motor Torque: 242 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 332 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5100 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 367 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4100
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black surround · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome · Tailgate: EZ-Lift
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: upper and lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 36 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 161 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 120 · Electric Motor Torque: 242 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 332 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5100 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 367 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4100
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome surround · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome · Tailgate: EZ-Lift
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: upper and lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 36 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
USB auxiliary audio input · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 161 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 120 · Electric Motor Torque: 242 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 332 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5100 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 367 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4100
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome surround · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome · Tailgate: EZ-Lift
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Sunroof: one-touch
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: upper and lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 36 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
USB auxiliary audio input · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 161 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 120 · Electric Motor Torque: 242 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 332 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5100 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 367 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4100
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome surround · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome · Tailgate: EZ-Lift
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Sunroof: one-touch
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: upper and lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 36 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: ready · Trailer wiring: 7-pin