Chevrolet Silverado 1500 III Regular Cab 4.3 V6 EcoTec3 (285 Hp) Automatic


Chevrolet Silverado 1500:

The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.
The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name Starting with the LT trim. Standard and "Custom" trims are still called Silverado. Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)

III Regular Cab Overview:

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (III Regular Cab). With 414 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1990 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • High-performance engine delivering 420 hp.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 1727 Liters.
  • • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:



    Specifications:

    Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Crew Cab Standard Box: 2007 - 2014).

    General:
    Brand:Chevrolet
    Model:Silverado 1500
    Generation:III Regular Cab
    Modification (Engine):4.3 V6 EcoTec3 (285 Hp) Automatic
    Start of production:2013
    End of production:2016
    Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
    Body type:Pick-up
    Seats:2
    Doors:2
    Engine:
    Power:285 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower
    Power per litre:66.4 Hp/l [803mm less]
    Torque:414 Nm @ 3900 rpm.
    Engine Model/Code:LV3 More details about the engine LV3
    Engine displacement:4293
    Number of cylinders:6
    Engine configuration:V-engine
    Number of valves per cylinder:2
    Fuel injection system:Direct injection
    Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
    Engine oil capacity:5.7 l
    Coolant:15.1 l
    Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
    Cylinder Bore:99.6 mm mm
    Piston Stroke:92 mm mm
    Compression ratio:11:1
    Performance:
    Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
    Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:13.1 l/100 km
    Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9.8 l/100 km
    Weight-to-power ratio:7 kg/Hp, 143.2 Hp/tonne
    Weight-to-torque ratio:4.8 kg/Nm, 208 Nm/tonne
    Space:
    Kerb Weight:1990
    Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1504 l
    Fuel tank capacity:98 l
    Size:
    Length:5222 mm mm [803mm less]
    Width:2032 mm mm [8mm more]
    Height:1867-1882 mm mm [89mm less]
    Wheelbase:3023 mm mm [863mm less]
    Powertrain:
    Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
    Drive wheelRear wheel drive
    Number of gears6
    Transmission typeAutomatic
    Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
    Rear brakesDisc
    Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
    Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
    Power steeringElectric Steering
    Tires size255/75 R16
    Wheel rims size16

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