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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Features Review

February 19, 2009

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

could be the best interior in its class
Jalopnik

we drove for nearly five straight hours without getting uncomfortable. There are luxury cars we can't say the same about
Edmunds

the Chevy Silverado's front seats are uber comfortable
Autobytel.com

New features on the 2009 Silverado include: 18- and 20-inch chrome-clad wheel designs, Bluetooth phone connectivity, XM Satellite Radio with new NavTraffic feature, OnStar 8.0 with Turn-by-Turn navigation and Destination Download, and Black Granite Metallic and Imperial Blue Metallic exterior colors.

The LTZ model offers a more carlike interior and many features not always seen among full-size pickups, such as remote engine start, a touch-screen navigation system, a fold-down rear entertainment system, power-adjustable pedals, and power-adjustable leather seats. Options include a power sliding rear window, big 20-inch alloy wheels, and a rear parking-assist system.

Several reviewers criticize the lack of a bedliner, but kind words are otherwise lavished on the cargo area. Jalopnik calls the flat loading floor “one of the coolest features on the truck.” Autoblog also notes the deeper cargo box, along with the load-assist torsion bars in the tailgate, allowing it to be closed with one arm. Car and Driver points out that the Silverado’s storage spaces lack organizing dividers and aren't as innovative as those of competitors. (The work-oriented Pure Pickup interior has separate upper and lower glove boxes, while the luxury version featured in the LTZ only has the lower one.)

Conclusion

In top-of-the-line LTZ trim, the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado piles on luxury extras but lacks the innovative storage features that would make it an obvious winner.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:could be the best interior in its classJalopnikwe drove for nearly five straight hours without getting uncomfortable. There are luxury cars we can't say the same aboutEdmundsthe Chevy Silverado's front seats are uber comfortableAutobytel.com New features on the 2009 Silverado include: 18- and 20-inch chrome-clad wheel designs, Bluetooth phone connectivity, XM Satellite Radio with new NavTraffic feature, OnStar 8.0 with Turn-by-Turn navigation and Destination Download, and Black Granite Metallic and Imperial Blue Metallic exterior colors. The LTZ model offers a more carlike interior and many features not always seen among full-size pickups, such as remote engine start, a touch-screen navigation system, a fold-down rear entertainment system, power-adjustable pedals, and power-adjustable leather seats. Options include a power sliding rear window, big 20-inch alloy wheels, and a rear parking-assist system. Several reviewers criticize the lack of a bedliner, but kind words are otherwise lavished on the cargo area. Jalopnik calls the flat loading floor “one of the coolest features on the truck.” Autoblog also notes the deeper cargo box, along with the load-assist torsion bars in the tailgate, allowing it to be closed with one arm. Car and Driver points out that the Silverado’s storage spaces lack organizing dividers and aren't as innovative as those of competitors. (The work-oriented Pure Pickup interior has separate upper and lower glove boxes, while the luxury version featured in the LTZ only has the lower one.) ConclusionIn top-of-the-line LTZ trim, the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado piles on luxury extras but lacks the innovative storage features that would make it an obvious winner.  2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: “cheesy mirrors” Consumer Guide: “The available luxury interior mimics that of Chevy's Tahoe and Suburban.” The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado shares elements, such as a steeper windshield, with the full-size Tahoe SUV, ...

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The Toyota Tundra includes more safety features than other trucks, along with more storage compartments and interior utility, though the materials inside aren't top-notch. The V-8 engines powering the Silverado models are stronger and more economical than equivalent engines in the F-150—an undeniably strong selling point versus the Ford. The softer styling of the Chevrolet Silverado sets it apart from the perceived machismo of competing models. The Silverado's toughest competition comes from Dodge, where the all-new-for-2009 Ram gets a vastly improved ride, better handling, and some innovative cargo options; the Ram's engine lineup is strong as well. The Ram's interior isn't quite up to the level of the Silverado's, but it's worth a look.

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