Impressions of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD for 2004
People who buy a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD are often happy with purchase. For over a decade, the Silverado 2500 HD has been one of the mainstays of the Chevrolet brand. This has always been a meaningful truck, and the 2004 model is no different. A standard cab pickup for everyone in the household is what the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD delivers.
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Engine Specs
The Silverado 2500 HD LS is equipped with a General Motors 6.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
For the 2004 Silverado 2500 HD, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 34.00 gallons.
The Silverado 2500 HD uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Silverado 2500 HD LS are 79.70 inches wide by 256.10 inches long. It sits a comfortable 76.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 167.00 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $30,175 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,403. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Standard Cab Pickup.
The standard warranty period for the Silverado 2500 HD is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
Fuel Efficiency
The Silverado 2500 HD LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green truck, this was exceptional.
We Think…
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD LS sold well in 2004. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Silverado 2500 HD.