The best-equipped editions of the popular Chevrolet trucks go the extra mile in terms of utility, performance and amenities.
Full-size pickup trucks offer some of the widest selections of equipment and features of all modern vehicles. The ability to option out a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 to match your exact daily driving and hauling needs is indeed a powerful tool. To get the best understanding of what the Silverado has to offer, it is a great idea to take a closer look at the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT and LTZ trim levels, each of which offers an exceptionally high standard of functionality and comfort.
The 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT (MSRP $26,810) represents the highest trim available on Regular Cab body-style trucks from the American automaker. The LT comes standard with a 4.8-liter V8 engine that produces a healthy 302 hp and 305 lb/ft of torque while turning in a respectable 19 mpg highway through a four-speed automatic transmission. Optional for 1500 LT trims is a 315-hp 5.3-liter FlexFuel V8 that generates 335 lb/ft of torque. Upgrading to this mill also adds a six-speed automatic transmission to the mix along with several heavy-duty cooling systems and a locking rear differential.
The LT trim can also be found on Extended Cab and Crew Cab body styles, which offer additional seating for three passengers along with an extra set of rear doors, expanding total capacity to six occupants. For each of these editions of the Silverado, a 6.2-liter FlexFuel V8 is available to drivers who absolutely require the final word in horsepower and torque. With 403 ponies and 417 lb/ft of twist, this engine comes with a six-speed automatic and absolutely mauls the competition. Four-wheel drive is, of course, also an option for the entire Silverado V8 range.
Out back, the Silverado 1500 LT Regular and Extended Cab models come with a choice of either a six-foot, six-inch cargo bed or an eight-foot bed, both of which are well suited to handling a wide variety of loads. The Crew Cab model is outfitted exclusively with a five-foot, eight-inch box. Inside, standard features include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, power windows and door locks – but what sets the LT apart is the ability to upgrade it a la carte from a long list of optional equipment packages and individual equipment choices. The Interior Plus Package provides steering wheel-mounted audio controls, an MP3-capable CD player and a power driver’s seat while several different chrome packages can also be chosen to dress up the vehicle’s exterior. Stand-alone options include over 15 different wheel choices ranging from 17 to 22 inches in size, along with bedliners, bedrail protectors and several tonneau covers.
The 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ seriously ups the ante when it comes to both standard and available features. The LTZ trim is available exclusively for Extended and Crew Cab body styles, and these trucks are found with either the 5.3-liter (standard) or 6.2-liter V8 between the front fenders. Leather seats are included on this most elite edition of the Silverado along with heaters for both the driver and the front passenger. Additional amenities included with the LTZ trim include dual-zone automatic climate control, rain-sensing windshield wipers and a unique Bose stereo system.
The LTZ shares the customization possibilities offered by the LT, presenting a fantastic number of options and packages that increase the Silverado’s comfort and utility. The Convenience Package adds rear-parking assist to make it easier to park and maneuver out of tight spaces along with power-adjustable pedals and an available power-sliding rear window. The Silverado LTZ can also take advantage of the Z71 Suspension Package, which preps the truck for severe off-road duty by adding rugged shock absorbers, a thicker front stabilizer bar, an array of skid plates designed to protect the vehicle’s undercarriage and a special air cleaner to keep dirt and grime out of the pickup’s engine.
The 2010 Chevrolet Silverado LT and LTZ pickups are the final word when it comes to equipment, comfort and sheer utility in the full-size truck world.
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