All-New
2007 Chevrolet Silverado: A New Generation Of The Industry's Most
Dependable Pickup Truck
Segment-leading
power, pulling and fuel economy highlight Silverado's diverse range
of capabilities
Photo: GM
DETROIT - Chevrolet
introduced the all-new 2007 Silverado - the newest generation of
the industry's most dependable pickup truck is the strongest Silverado
yet, delivering segment-best power and fuel economy.
The '07 Silverado
lineup is built on an all-new platform that supports a smoother
ride and responsive, confident handling while delivering
segment-leading capability and power. A lineup of six powerful,
Gen IV small-block V-8 engines complements the stronger
chassis to deliver the light-duty segment's highest-rated
towing capacity (10,500 pounds / 4,763 kg), horsepower (367
hp / 274 kW) and fuel economy, with a maximum payload capacity
of 2,160 pounds (980 kg).
Silverado's quality
reputation is supported by independent customer verification,
including the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Initial Quality
Survey.
Last
year, Chevrolet Silverado light-duty models topped the Large Pickup
category, and the heavy-duty models tied for second place with GMC
Sierra.
The '07 Silverado light-duty
models are available in the fourth quarter of 2006. Heavy-duty models
are available in the first quarter of 2007. There are three cab
styles - regular, extended and crew cab - and three cargo box lengths:
5 foot 8 inches (short), 6 foot 6 inches (standard) and 8 foot (long).
The pickup is available in
three trim levels: WT, LT and LTZ, and is available in 2WD and 4WD. LS badging
is available through an exterior styling option package on this year's model.
The all-new Silverado will
come with five suspension systems, each tailored to suit specific driving
requirements. They include:
Z83 - Delivers a solid,
smooth ride with monotube front shocks and twin-tube rear shocks.
Z85 - Designed for enhanced
handling and trailer towing, with monotube front and rear shocks.
Z71 - Delivers enhanced
off-road capability; features specific monotube front and rear shocks.
Z60 - Designed for maximum
street performance and offered with 20-inch wheels.
NHT - Designed for maximum
towing capacity; it includes monotube rear shocks, 17-inch wheels and
off-road tires, and high capacity rear springs
A high-capacity brake system
with a new, four-channel ABS system provides superior stopping capability.
ABS is standard on all models and is linked to the StabiliTrak electronic
stability control system to help mitigate the occurrence of rollover events.
GM's sophisticated StabiliTrak
electronic stability control system is standard on Crew Cab models and available
on extended cab models - and is a segment exclusive. Partnered with new
brake system and four-channel, four-sensor electronic brake controls, the
system provides more precise, controlled ABS stops, as well as enhanced
traction/yaw stability.
