2008-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Diesel Extended Cab
Three-Quarter-Ton Truck
This Silverado is meant for those who need to haul serious loads. The gasoline V8 is both powerful and responsive, and the optional turbo diesel is a tow king. Off-road capabilities are enhanced with an available full 4x4 drivetrain with low-range transfer case. There is an array of styles, including passenger cabs that has a regular cab holding up to three people, a four-door extended cab for up to six, and a crew cab that still can seat six (only five with an optional front bucket seats) but offers 4.4 more inches of leg room in the rear. It is also available in standard box (6'6') or long box (8'2'). This model Silverado 2500's variety and abilities have earned it recognition from JD Power for its initial quality and a recommendation from Consumer Reports.





The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (16)
Work Truck
96,176,207,47,151Work Truck
LT w/1LT
241,62,88,95,56Work Truck
151LT w/1LT
241,62,88,95,56Work Truck
151LT w/2LT
241,158,62,88,157,95,56LT w/2LT
LT w/1LT
LT w/1LT
LTZ
158,59,157LT w/2LT
LTZ
59LT w/2LT
LTZ
59LTZ
Available packages (6)
SKID PLATE PACKAGE, FRAME-MOUNTED SHIELDS
front underbody shield starting behind front bumper and running to first cross-member protecting front underbody oil pan differential case and transfer caseSAFETY PACKAGE
Adjustable power pedals Rear Parking Assist2LT CONVENIENCE PACKAGE
remote vehicle starter system universal home remote outside heated power-adjustable power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors and heated windshield washer fluid systemEZ-LIFT TAILGATE PACKAGE
locking tailgate EZ-Lift tailgateSNOW PLOW PREP PACKAGE
15-amp power for backup and roof emergency light high-flow front bumper forward lamp wiring harness Provision for cab roof mounted lamp/beacon instrument panel jumper wiring harness for electric trailer brake controller and Skid Plate PackageSUSPENSION PACKAGE, OFF-ROAD
35mm deflective disk twin tube shock absorbers off-road jounce bumpers 36mm front stabilizer bar heavy-duty automatic locking rear differential skid plate package and Z71 decals on rear quartersAvailable drive chains
Four Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
Work Truck
96,176,241,59,207,154,47,151LT
158,62,88,153,157,95,56LT
Work Truck
Work Truck
LT
158,62,88,153,157,95,56LT
LTZ
LTZ
LTZ
LTZ
Work Truck
96,176,241,59,207,154,47,151Available packages (8)
SKID PLATE PACKAGE, FRAME-MOUNTED SHIELDS
front underbody shield starting behind front bumper and running to first cross-member protecting front underbody oil pan differential case and transfer caseINTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
driver 6-way power seat adjuster steering wheel-mounted audio controls and Bluetooth for phoneSAFETY PACKAGE
Adjustable power pedals Rear Parking AssistEXTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
remote vehicle starter system Universal Home Remote locking tailgate EZ-Lift tailgate and fog lampsLTZ PLUS PACKAGE
Universal Home Remote locking tailgate and EZ-Lift tailgateLPO, PROTECTION PACKAGE
rear wheelhouse liner molded splash guards and bed rail protector.SNOW PLOW PREP PACKAGE
15-amp power for backup and roof emergency light high-flow front bumper forward lamp wiring harness Provision for cab roof mounted lamp/beacon instrument panel jumper wiring harness for electric trailer brake controller and Skid Plate PackageSUSPENSION PACKAGE, OFF-ROAD
35mm deflective disk twin tube shock absorbers off-road jounce bumpers 36 front stabilizer bar skid plate package and Z71 decals on rear quartersAvailable drive chains
Four Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
Work Truck
96,176,241,59,207,154,47,151Work Truck
Work Truck
Work Truck
LT
158,62,88,152,153,157,56LT
LT
LT
LTZ
95LTZ
LTZ
LTZ
Available packages (11)
SKID PLATE PACKAGE, FRAME-MOUNTED SHIELDS
front underbody shield starting behind front bumper and running to first cross-member protecting front underbody oil pan differential case and transfer caseINTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
driver 6-way power seat adjuster AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and USB port steering wheel-mounted audio controls Bluetooth for phone locking tailgate EZ-lift tailgate and front fog lampsINTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
driver 6-way power seat adjuster AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and USB port steering wheel-mounted audio controls Bluetooth for phone locking tailgate EZ-lift tailgate and front fog lampsMOCHA STEEL METALLIC EDITION
exterior color Mocha Steel Metallic chrome door handles mirror capsCONVENIENCE PACKAGE
Adjustable power pedals Rear Parking Assist Universal Home Remote Remote vehicle starter system and rear-window electric defoggerLPO, ON THE JOB PACKAGE
the following dealer-installed accessories: Skid-resistant bed liner LPO Bedrail protectors LPO and Bed mounted tie-down hooks LPOLTZ PLUS PACKAGE
Universal Home Remote locking tailgate EZ-Lift tailgate power-adjustable pedals Rear Parking Assist and Rear wheelhouse liner LPOLPO, PICKUP BOX PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear wheelhouse liner LPO and Bed rail protectors LPO.LPO, PROTECTION PACKAGE
rear wheelhouse liner molded splash guards and bed rail protector.SNOW PLOW PREP PACKAGE
10-amp power for backup and roof emergency light high-flow front bumper forward lamp wiring harness Provision for cab roof mounted lamp/beacon instrument panel jumper wiring harness for electric trailer brake controller Skid Plate Package and increased Front Gross Axle Weight RatingSUSPENSION PACKAGE, OFF-ROAD
35mm deflective disk twin tube shock absorbers off-road jounce bumpers 33mm front stabilizer bar skid plate package and Z71 decals on rear quartersAvailable drive chains
Four Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
Work Truck
96,176,241,207,154,47,151Work Truck
Work Truck
Work Truck
LT
158,62,88,152,153,56LT
LT
LT
LTZ
59,157,95,58LTZ
LTZ
LTZ
Available packages (11)
SKID PLATE PACKAGE, FRAME-MOUNTED SHIELDS
front underbody shield starting behind front bumper and running to first cross-member protecting front underbody oil pan differential case and transfer caseINTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
driver 6-way power seat adjuster AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and USB port steering wheel-mounted audio controls Bluetooth for phone locking tailgate EZ-lift tailgate and front fog lampsCONVENIENCE PACKAGE
Adjustable power pedals Rear Parking Assist Universal Home Remote Remote vehicle starter system and rear-window electric defoggerTEXAS EDITION
20" forged polished aluminum wheels LT265/60R20E all-terrain blackwall tires outside heated power-adjustable vertical camper mirrors heavy-duty trailering equipment heavy-duty automatic locking rear differential dual-zone automatic air conditioning Bluetooth for phone steering wheel-mounted audio controls AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback driver 6-way power seat adjuster front fog lamps locking tailgate EZ-lift tailgate inside rearview auto-dimming mirror 6" oval chromed tubular assist steps LPO bodyside moldings with chrome accents chrome door handles and Texas emblem badging.LPO, ON THE JOB PACKAGE
the following dealer-installed accessories: Skid-resistant bed liner LPO Bedrail protectors LPO and Bed mounted tie-down hooks LPOLTZ PLUS PACKAGE
Universal Home Remote locking tailgate EZ-Lift tailgate power-adjustable pedals Rear Parking Assist and Rear wheelhouse liner LPOCUSTOM SPORT TRUCK PACKAGE
20" forged polished aluminum wheels LT265/60R20E all-terrain blackwall tires outside heated power-adjustable vertical camper mirrors heavy-duty trailering equipment heavy-duty automatic locking rear differential dual-zone automatic air conditioning Bluetooth for phone steering wheel-mounted audio controls AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback driver 6-way power seat adjuster front fog lamps locking tailgate EZ-lift tailgate inside rearview auto-dimming mirror 6" oval chromed tubular assist steps LPO bodyside moldings with chrome accents and chrome door handles.LPO, PROTECTION PACKAGE
rear wheelhouse liner bed rail protector.SNOW PLOW PREP PACKAGE
10-amp power for backup and roof emergency light high-flow front bumper forward lamp wiring harness Provision for cab roof mounted lamp/beacon instrument panel jumper wiring harness for electric trailer brake controller Skid Plate Package and increased Front Gross Axle Weight RatingZ71 APPEARANCE PACKAGE
18" forged polished aluminum wheels LT265/70R18E all-terrain blackwall tires front fog lamps body-colored outside mirrors and door handles body-colored bumper chrome grille with body-colored surround unique "Z71" decals and sill platesSUSPENSION PACKAGE, OFF-ROAD
35mm deflective disk twin tube shock absorbers off-road jounce bumpers 33mm front stabilizer bar skid plate package and Z71 decals on rear quartersAvailable drive chains
Four Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend