The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LS for 2004: Improving on 2003
Those in the market for a truck who buy a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 are often enthusiastic about their purchase. Since its launch the Silverado 2500 has been one of the flagships 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 family is what the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 provides.
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LS Specs
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Engine Specs: The Silverado 2500 LS comes outfitted with a Vortec 6.0 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a four-speed transmission by General Motors. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Silverado 2500 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses torsion bar front springs and leaf in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2004 Silverado 2500 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
Statistics
The Silverado 2500 is 237.20 inches long, 79.70 inches wide, and 77.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 153.00 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500. This is average compared to the rest of the truck market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $31,350 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,431. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Standard Cab Pickup.
MPG Ratings
The Silverado 2500 LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.
In 2003 and 2004 the Silverado 2500 LS was availble in the exterior colors of Arrival Blue Metallic, Black, Dark Gray Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Sandstone Metallic, Silver Birch Metallic, Sport Red Metallic, Summit White, and Victory Red.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500
The 2004 model year was very successful for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LS version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.