Is 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 a good truck?

Is 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 a good truck?

It’s a great truck, best one I ever owned. I bought it with 150,000 miles, and I currently have almost 201,000 miles on it. I’ve done. Very dependable, never broke down on me.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Silverado 1500 have?

Key Specs. of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base trim shown. Body Type: Truck See similar vehicles. Combined MPG: 16-20 Combined MPG. Engine: 200-hp, 4.3-liter V-6 (regular gas) Drivetrain: 4×2. Towing Capacity: 8,700 lbs.

How many horsepower does a Silverado 4.8L have?

By the way, the 4.8L engine is fastly approaching the hp of the old 350 hog. A 15 hp boost for 2000 brings the bhp to 270. Why are you argueing over a few hp? The 4.8L with the 4 speed tranny will get 17 in the city and 21 on the highway. No current V-8 in the industry can match the mpg…period.

What kind of truck is the Chevy Silverado?

General Motors’ heavy-duty three-quarter-ton and one-ton pickups are the Chevy C/K and GMC Sierra Classic, which are built from an older design. For the 2001 model year, both Chevy and GMC plan to introduce crew-cab models with four conventional doors that open toward the front, matching a feature already available on the rival Ford F-150.

Which is better Chevy Silverado 4.8 or 5.3?

Most truck rags have noted that the rear wheel HP of the 4.8/5.3 is down compared to what Chevy has claimed. The 5.3 is weaker than the new Triton 5.4 as an example. I suppose that it’s all in waht you’re expecting. My 4.8L 5 spd has enough power even when loaded to the max GVWR. On some steep grades (6% or more) I may have to downshift.

What are the specs of a 2000 Chevy Silverado?

Used 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Features & Specs | Edmunds Detailed features and specs for the Used 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Read reviews, browse our car inventory, and more.

Is the Chevy Silverado 1500 4 wheel drive?

That’s not ideal, but since my job requires a full-sized truck it is pretty good compared to the fuel mileage of most models with V-8 engines, especially four wheel drive ones. There is no one magic bullet that will get you better fuel mileage on a Chevy Silverado 1500 or any other brand.

When did the Chevy Silverado 1500 come out?

1st owner purchased on 10/12/99 and owned in WA until 10/26/04 • 2nd owner purchased on 12/08/04 and owned in WA until 07/23/20 • 3rd owner purchased on 07/23/20 and owned in WA until 05/01/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 16,800 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 9,851 miles/year • 3rd owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year.

What kind of engine does Chevy 1500 have?

I own a 2008 four-wheel drive, full-size Chevy 1500 truck (gas model), crew cab with a 5.3-liter engine that I use for my job. For my around town vehicle my wife and I use our Toyota Prius but it won’t carry equipment or handle muddy roads like my full-sized Chevy.