Chevrolet Silverado 1500 K2XX — RossDrives

Verdict

B

BHP

355 bhp

0–60

6.4 s

Top speed

108 mph

MPG

19.0 mpg

Used

$16,000-$42,000

Strengths

5.3 EcoTec3 is reliable and tunable
Better interior than previous gen
Big aftermarket
High Country trim genuinely premium

Weaknesses

AFM (cylinder deactivation) lifter failures are well documented
Less luxurious than Ram 1500
6-speed auto is ageing
Plastic interior trim

Notable tech

Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation
MyLink touchscreen
Trailer brake controller (factory)
Spray-in bedliner option

Common issues

AFM lifter collapse (catastrophic top-end damage)
Shudder from torque converter
Power steering rack failures
Driveshaft U-joint wear

Used-market budget

$24,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.