2001ChevroletSilverado 1500Chevrolet Silverado 15002001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 2WD Regular Cab SBFull-size PickupRegular CabRWDOshawa, Ontario / Pontiac, MIAn available PRO TEC composite truck box and optional traction control are the biggest changes for the Silverado this year. New colors have been added and the OnStar vehicle assistance system debuts as a midyear option.Roomy extended cab models, strong V8 engines, available composite bed, disc brakes at all four corners, optional traction control.Cheap interior materials, sketchy build quality.Now into its third year of the current design, Chevrolet has worked out the Silverado's kinks, earning it a reputation as a fast and comfortable truck. With class-leading engine power and clean looks, Chevrolet's bestseller promises to further improve its image with innovative features that make it a unique truck in the otherwise bland world of half-ton pickups. For the first time ever, Chevrolet is offering the PRO TEC truck box on its extended cab 4X4s with the Z71 option. A factory alternative to an aftermarket bedliner, this all-composite box is 50 pounds lighter than its steel counterpart. It offers protection from dents and scratches along with superior resistance to corrosion. The tailgate is also lighter for easier opening and closing while its load-carrying capacity increases to 1,000 lbs. compared to 600 lbs. for the steel version. Several engine choices are available for Silverado, ranging from a 4.3-liter V6 to a 5.3-liter V8. Most buyers select 4800 and 5300 Vortec V8 engines, generating 270 and 285 horsepower respectively. Automatics come equipped with a tow-haul mode that improves performance under heavy loads. Holding all this together is a three-section frame that is stiff, light and easy to assemble, giving the big truck a smooth ride and a quiet interior. State-of-the-art steering, suspension and braking systems help make driving the Silverado a joy. Four-wheel disc antilock brakes are standard, and steering feel is tight for a large truck, thanks in part to the power rack-and-pinion gear on models under 6,400 GVWR. Electronic traction assist is now available for 2WD models for those who don't want the added expense and complexity of four-wheel drive. Inside, Silverado buyers will find logically laid-out switchgear, though the plastics feel like they're sourced from the same supplier contracted by Fisher Price. The cabin is roomy, particularly on extended cab models. Standard rear doors on the latter make entry and exit to the rear bench seat easy, and if front passengers are willing to sacrifice a bit of legroom, the back of the extended cab is quite comfortable. Front seatbelts are mounted to the seats themselves so rear passengers don't need to chop through a web of fabric to get in and out. With its powerful range of V8 engines, terrific four-wheel disc brakes, and legitimate rear seat passenger room, the Silverado should have no problem continuing its success in the highly competitive full-size truck market. Dodge Ram 1500Ford F-150GMC Sierra 1500Toyota Tundra336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA64.3 litersV6200 hp @ 4600 rpm260 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpmNA2042 lbs.8700 lbs.203.3 in.78.5 in.71.2 in.4058 lbs.119 in.40.2 ft.8 in.41 in.NANANA61.4 in.NA41.3 in.NA3StandardStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested26 gal.16 mpg / 20 mpg16 mpg / 21 mpg416 mi. / 520 mi.416 mi. / 546 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$14,371$15,8807.35%$720N/A3% of the Total MSRPBASE 2WD REGULAR CAB SB/LB (5M): 4.3L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 600 amp HD battery with run down protection; 105 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.08 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 26 gal. (34 gal. LB) capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; trailer harness; front and rear bumpers with black rub strip, front chrome bumper, rear argent bumper, rear step bumper; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; additional exterior lights include pickup cargo box light, underhood light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7" silver styled steel wheels; P235/75SR16 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel;AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan feature, 2 speakers, fixed antenna; 3 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), retained accessory power, smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, water temp, battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, service interval, turn signal on; driver's front airbag, passenger's cancelable front airbag; ignition disable; tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip; seating capacity of 3, 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with adjustable headrests, driver's seat includes 4-way adjustment, passenger's seat includes 2-way adjustment; vinyl seats, full cloth headliner, full vinyl floor covering, cabback insulator; interior lights include dome light with delay; sport steering wheel with tilt adjustment; passenger's side vanity mirror;day/night rearview mirror; glove box with light, front cupholder, driver's and passenger's door bins; argent grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding and black door handles.
LS 2WD REGULAR CAB SB/LB (5M) (in addition to or instead of BASE 2WD REGULAR CAB SB (5M) equipment): Front and rear chrome bumpers with black rub strip; colored bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert; driver's and passenger's power remote chrome folding outside mirrors; air conditioning, air filter; single-disc CD player, 6 performance speakers, auto equalizer, theft deterrent, fixed antenna; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry; panic alarm, security system; power tinted windows with driver's 1-touch down function; driver's seat includes lumbar support, passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment, lumbar support; premium cloth seats, cloth door trim insert with carpet lower, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with floor mats; interior lights include front reading lights, 2 door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with tilt adjustment; mini overhead console with storage, 2 seatback storage pockets andgrille with chrome bar.
BASE 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE 2WD REGULAR CAB SB (5M) equipment): 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 3.42 axle ratio; rear heat ducts; 4 speakers; seating capacity of 6, 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with adjustable headrests; full folding rear bench seat with adjustable headrests and rear cupholder.
LS 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB (4A) equipment): Air conditioning, air filter; center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seat includes lumbar support; premium cloth seats, cloth door trim insert with carpet lower, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with rubber front and rear floor mats; mini overhead console with storage, rear cupholder and rear door bins.
LT 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB (4A) equipment): 5.3L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; driver's selectable multi-mode automatic transmission; HD ride suspension; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote chrome heated folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7" polished alloy wheels; P255/70SR16 BSW A/S tires; cassette; instrumentation display includes compass, exterior temp; deep tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats, heated-cushion driver's and passenger's seats with adjustable tilt headrests, driver and passenger armrests, driver's and passenger's seats include 10-way power adjustment, power 2-way lumbar support; leather seats; memory on driver's seat with 2 memory setting(s); auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, full overhead console with storage and instrument panel bin.
LT With OnStar 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LT 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB (4A) equipment): Emergency S.O.S. (OnStar) and tracker system.
4WD REGULAR CAB (5M) (in addition to or instead of 2WD REGULAR CAB SB/LB (5M) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and manual shift, 3.73 axle ratio, front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; front tow hooks and P245/75SR16 BSW A/S tires.
4WD EXTENDED CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) equipment): 4.8L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and manual shift, 3.73 axle ratio; front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; front tow hooks and P245/75SR16 BSW A/S tires.
LT 4WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LT 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) equipment): Auto full-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift, 3.73 axle ratio; front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; front tow hooks and P245/75SR16 BSW A/S tires.
LS 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB (4A) equipment): 6L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; engine oil cooler; transmission oil cooler; 3.73 axle ratio; HD ride suspension, front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power-assisted recirculating ball steering; front and rear chrome bumpers with black rub strip; colored fender flares; 16" x 6.5" chrome styled steel wheels; LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; rear heat ducts; child-safety rear door locks; power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down function; seating capacity of 6, 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage, 60/40 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests and interior lights include 4 door curb lights.
LT 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) equipment): Additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote chrome heated folding outside mirrors; cassette player, single-disc CD player; emergency S.O.S. (OnStar); compass, exterior temp; tracker system; deep tinted windows; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats, heated-cushion driver's and passenger's seats with adjustable tilt headrests, driver and passenger armrests, driver's and passenger's seats include 10-way power adjustment, power 2-way lumbar support; leather seats; memory on driver's seat with 2 memory setting(s); auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror; full floor console and full overhead console with storage.
4WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) equipment): Auto full-time 4-wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift, 3.73 axle ratio and front tow hooks.