Chevy Truck Buyer’s Guide

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 lineup

Chevy truck models are popular around the Virginia Beach-area with recreational and business drivers alike. The lineup has a large range of power and performance, and a significant amount of customization options to help every driver get the pickup they need. But, with all these models and options, it can be hard to know where to start. What are the Chevy truck models? What are the Chevy truck prices and features? 

To help you with your search, Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Norfolk has created this comprehensive Chevy Truck Buyer’s Guide, filled with all the info you need to make an informed decision on your next Chevy pickup purchase. Read on to find out more about the Chevrolet lineup and then browse our new Chevy truck inventory to find the one that’s right for you.

 


What Are the Chevy Truck Models?

Chevrolet has several current and upcoming trucks of varying capabilities. Take a look at our list of Chevy trucks by price to get a brief overview of each model and how it might fit into your Chesapeake lifestyle.

Chevy Colorado | Starting at $29,200 MSRP

Starting with the most affordable Chevy truck price of the lineup, the Chevy Colorado marries performance, price, and style in a small pickup. Perfect for those needing more performance than a standard SUV, the Colorado is ready to tackle tough trails outside of Suffolk or some light towing and hauling for the DIY enthusiast. 

Chevy Silverado 1500 | Starting at $36,300 MSRP

One of the most popular Chevy truck models, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a capable and versatile truck for drivers of all stripes. With several available engines, cab sizes, bed lengths, and performance features, the Silverado 1500 lineup delivers impressive performance for a budget-friendly Chevy truck price. Whether you’re taking your Silverado to the Norfolk worksite or using it to tow your boat to the beach, this Chevy pickup is ready to help.

Chevy Silverado HD | Starting at $41,500 MSRP

The Chevy Silverado HD models are built for those needing to do the toughest jobs around Portsmouth, with heavy-duty towing and hauling power made to work as hard as you do. The Silverado HD line includes two differently capable models, the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD and the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD, so that you can get the exact amount of power you need to get the job done.

If you’re interested in adding power to your business fleet with these heavy-duty pickups, you can find even more performance and customization options among the Chevy commercial vehicles. These commercial models are made for easy upfitting, allowing you to get the capability you need for the task at hand.

Chevy Silverado EV | Price to be Announced

As more manufacturers look towards the electric future, Chevrolet is right there with them, pushing the boundaries of electric power with the upcoming Chevy Silverado EV. Promising impressive towing and capability on an all-electric truck, the Silverado EV is sure to impress. Details are still being released, but we look forward to seeing this powerful EV on the streets and worksites of VA in the future.

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Truck Bed

 

What Are the Bed Sizes for Chevy Trucks?

One of the most important features of a pickup truck is its bed. The massive cargo capacity of the truck bed makes it easy to load, unload, and haul large equipment or gear around Suffolk. Finding the right truck bed size can be crucial to your next truck-buying decision. 

Chevy makes this decision easy by offering several truck bed sizes for each model they offer. See the breakdown of the Chevy truck bed options below and decide which makes sense for your hauling and cargo needs:

Chevy Colorado Bed Sizes

  • Short Bed: 61.7 inches long
  • Long Bed: 74.0 inches long

Chevy Silverado 1500 Bed Sizes

  • Short Bed: 69.92 inches long
  • Standard Bed: 79.44 inches long
  • Long Bed: 98.18 inches long

Chevy Silverado 2500 HD & 3500 HD Bed Sizes

  • Standard Bed: 82.25 inches long
  • Long Bed: 98.27 inches long

No matter which of the Chevy Silverado bed sizes you choose, you can make loading, unloading, and hauling easier with the available Chevy truck bed optional features. Add LED cargo area lighting for more visibility, or a 120-volt outlet to plug in your favorite power tools on the go. Enhance the experience with the Multi-Flex Tailgate, a six-in-one tailgate that offers several functions to make hauling even simpler.

2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 interior

 

Chevy Truck Interior Options

Comfort, safety, and convenience are at the forefront of the Chevy truck models’ interior options. From different Chevy truck cab options to the available safety and technology features across the lineup, there are plenty of ways for Norfolk drivers to enhance their daily drives. Learn more about the Chevy truck cab sizes and interior features with Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Norfolk.

Chevy Truck Cab Sizes

Customize your new Chevrolet pickup when you choose between the variety of cab options available. Whether you’re fine with a smaller cabin that seats three or a Double or Crew Cab that can easily accommodate six passengers, you can find what you need among the Chevy models. See the Chevy truck cab options available by model below:

  • Chevy Colorado Cab Options: Extended Cab, Crew Cab
  • Chevy Silverado 1500 Cab Options: Regular Cab, Double Cab, Crew Cab
  • Chevy Silverado 2500 HD & 3500 HD Cab Options: Regular Cab, Double Cab, Crew Cab

Highlighted Chevy Truck Interior Features

Once you’ve found a cab size that fits the whole crew comfortably, enjoy additional interior features such as the Chevy Safety Assist technology suite. This driver assistance system comes with safet features such as lane keep and departure warnings, forward collision alerts, and automatic emergency braking. Add even more convenience and entertainment to your Virginia Beach ride with other available features across the Chevy lineup, including amenities, such as:

  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
  • Bluetooth® streaming
  • Bose® premium audio systems
  • Built-in Navigation
  • Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System 
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • HD Rear vision cameras
  • Heated seats & steering wheel
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • And more!

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 on construction site

 

Chevy Trucks Towing Guide

When you’re thinking about which Chevy truck you need for the Virginia Beach roads, towing capacity can be a big part of the decision. Having the right amount of power to tow your boat, work materials, or trailer easily is important to ensuring your Chevy truck meets your needs. 

Luckily, Chevrolet kept every driver in mind when designing the Chevy truck models, so there’s a wide range of towing capabilities to match every Chesapeake job. How much can Chevy trucks tow? Find out with Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Norfolk.

How Much Can Chevy Trucks Tow?

The maximum Chevy towing capacity per truck is listed in our Chevy trucks towing guide below:

  • Maximum Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
  • Maximum Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: 13,300 pounds
  • Maximum Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Towing Capacity: 18,510 pounds
  • Maximum Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity: 36,000 pounds

The main thing to keep in mind when viewing the maximum Chevy towing capacities above is that options such as engines, cab and bed sizes, and optional features can alter the overall towing capacity available on each truck. Get more details for each model year by checking our towing guides for the Chevy Colorado, the Silverado 1500, and the Silverado 2500.

See All of the Chevy Truck Models at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Norfolk! 

Now that you have more information about the Chevy truck lineup, see your favorite models in person at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Norfolk! Contact us online or give us a call at (757) 271-1678 to set up a test drive in Norfolk, and our friendly staff will be happy to walk you through all the specs, features, and prices of your favorite Chevy pickups. Want to continue your research? Take a look through our Chevy Research Hub for a more in-depth look at your favorite pickups.

 

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