Chevrolet Silverado 1500 III Regular Cab 5.3 V8 EcoTec3 (355 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 519 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2043 kg, it’s on the heavier side. 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 355 hp.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 1504 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):5.3 V8 EcoTec3 (355 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:355 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower
    Power per litre:66.7 Hp/l [803mm less]
    Torque:519 Nm @ 4100 rpm.
    Engine Model/Code:L83 More details about the engine L83
    Engine displacement:5326
    Number of cylinders:8
    Engine configuration:V-engine
    Number of valves per cylinder:2
    Fuel injection system:Direct injection
    Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
    Engine oil capacity:7.6 l
    Coolant:15.7 l
    Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
    Cylinder Bore:96 mm
    Piston Stroke:92 mm
    Performance:
    Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
    Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:14.7 l/100 km
    Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:10.2 l/100 km
    Weight-to-power ratio:5.8 kg/Hp, 173.8 Hp/tonne
    Weight-to-torque ratio:3.9 kg/Nm, 254 Nm/tonne
    Space:
    Kerb Weight:2043
    Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1504 l
    Fuel tank capacity:98 l
    Size:
    Length:5222 mm [803mm less]
    Width:2032 mm [8mm more]
    Height:1867-1882 mm [89mm less]
    Wheelbase:3023 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 size245/75 R16
    Wheel rims size16

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