7 Reasons to Drive the 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD

The 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD is a heavy-duty pickup with high-powered engine options, convenient interior and exterior features, and a state-of-the-art Infotainment system. Check out some of the biggest reasons drivers love the Silverado 3500!

7 Reasons to Drive the 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD

1. 6.6L V8 Gas Engine

The standard engine on the Silverado 3500 is a 6.6L V8 gas engine that boasts 401 HP at 5200 rpm and 464 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. This engine is paired with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission to provide smooth shifting and optimal performance overall.

2. 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel Engine

For stronger towing capabilities, there’s an available 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine that increases your power. This engine is also paired with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission to generate 470 HP at 2800 rpm and 975 lb.-ft. of torque at 1600 rpm. The 6.6L Duramax engine has a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 pounds and a maximum available payload of 7,234 pounds.

3. Trailering Package

The Silverado 3500 comes with a Chevy Trailering Package to make the towing process fast and easy. This package includes a trailer hitch, a 7-pin sealed connector, a 7-wire electrical harness, and a trailering hitch platform. There’s also an available Max Trailering Package that comes with a 3500 HD frame, a 12-inch rear axle, a 3500 HD shock package, and 3500 HD leaf springs.

4. Hitch Guidance

Hitch Guidance is a useful tool for drivers during the entirety of the towing process, from alignment to parking. Hitch Guidance uses a rear vision camera to give you a digital view of your trailer and hitch when aligning the two. You can then use this camera to check on your trailer while driving.

5. Solar-Absorbing Glass

The Chevy Silverado 3500 comes with a solar-absorbing glass windshield that helps you maintain a cooler cabin temperature. This specially designed glass absorbs the sun’s solar rays, preventing them from entering your cabin when you’re parked in direct sunlight.

6. Under-Seat Storage

The Silverado 3500’s front bench has an under-seat storage compartment that can fit smaller items like work tools, first aid kits, or an extra pair of clothes. Higher Silverado 3500 trims have an available Up-Level storage package that includes an under-seat storage compartment for the rear bench seat as well.

7. Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System

The 2024 Silverado 3500 comes with a 7-inch Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. These features use Bluetooth technology to connect the phone to the car for a range of convenient functions. With voice command pass-through, you can make and receive hands-free phone calls while driving or send text messages from the road.

Visit Bacon Chevrolet in Frankston, TX, to take the Silverado 3500 for a test drive!

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