2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD

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$36,500 - $65,700
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on June 6, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Roomy interior with plenty of storage spaces

Outdated interior design

New appearance packages

Powerful and capable engine options

Highly-placed hood obstructs forward visibility

More features added to the lower trims

Comfortable ride quality

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Specs & Features

$44,400

price

401 hp @ 5200 rpm

horsepower

464 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.6L 8cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500HD Regular Cab is a prominent contender in the full-size pickup truck segment, competing primarily with the Ford F-350 SuperDuty Regular Cab, the RAM 3500 Regular Cab, and the GMC Sierra 3500HD Regular Cab. Prices start off at MSRP $38,195 with the base Work Truck trim and reach all the way to the top LT trim carrying an MSRP of $42,295, for a total of 2 trims being offered. With multiple powertrain and cab options available across multiple cab styles and trims, there is a Silverado 3500HD for everyone. The Chevy Silverado 3500HD Regular Cab offers 2 exciting powertrains, each offered as both rear-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive. 

 

The base engine is a 6.6L V8 mated to a 6-Speed Automatic transmission, capable of making 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque. This engine is rated for a towing capacity of 16,400 pounds. Another engine is a 6.6L turbocharged diesel V8 engine affixed to a 10-speed automatic transmission, making 445 horsepower and carrying a towing capacity of 20,000 pounds. Furthermore, you get a choice between a single rear-wheel-drive or dual rear-wheel-drive configuration. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Regular Cab only comes with an 8’2” bed. All in all, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500HD Regular Cab delivers an exciting package, both in terms of performance and looks. The rugged and masculine exteriors are offered in 9 attractive colors.

Buying Advice

The 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500HD Regular Cab offers an impressive package with two capable powertrain options. Opting for the LT trim with the 6.6-liter turbocharged diesel engine is the trim and powertrain combo we would recommend.

Trims

    LT
    $36,500 onwards
    • Cloth upholstery
    • Cruise control
    • Heated mirrors
    • Remote keyless entry
    Work Truck
    $36,500 onwards
    • 7-inch infotainment touchscreen
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Single-zone automatic climate control
    LTZ
    $52,500 onwards
    • Engine: 6.6L 8cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 401 hp @ 5200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 464 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg
    High Country
    $64,300 onwards
    • Engine: 6.6L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 401 hp @ 5200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 464 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg

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2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.6 sec15.2 sec-
    6 sec14.5 sec-
    6.5 sec--
    6.9 sec--
    2021 RAM 2500

    Ranked #5

    7.2 sec15.3 sec-
    7.5 sec--

    2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      ---36 gal.-
      20 mpg21 mpg17 mpg28.3 gal.448/588 mi.
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg28 gal.448/588 mi.
      2021 RAM 2500

      Ranked #2

      ---32 gal.-
      2021 RAM 3500

      Ranked #2

      ---32 gal.- -
      ---34 gal.-

      2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        235.5 in.81.75 in.80.94 in.11.2 in.141.55 in.
        235.5 in.81.75 in.80.9 in.11.2 in.141.6 in.
        235.5 in.81.75 in.79.94 in.10.2 in.141.55 in.
        235.5 in.81.75 in.79.94 in.10.2 in.141.55 in.
        2021 RAM 2500

        Ranked #2

        232 in.79.4 in.80.2 in.13.1 in.140.5 in.
        2021 RAM 3500

        Ranked #2

        232 in.79.4 in.79.5 in.13.3 in.140 in.

        2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          83.5 cu.ft.-61 cu.ft.
          83.5 cu.ft.-137.4 cu.ft.
          11.6 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.44.1 cu.ft.
          89.1 cu.ft.-89.1 cu.ft.
          83.5 cu.ft.119.7 cu.ft.83.5 cu.ft.
          89.1 cu.ft.39.8 cu.ft.89.1 cu.ft.

          2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            61 cu.ft.83.5 cu.ft.61 cu.ft.79 ft.
            2021 RAM 3500

            Ranked #2

            ---98 ft.
            76.3 cu.ft.89.1 cu.ft.89.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            100.7 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.44.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            2021 RAM 2500

            Ranked #5

            74.7 cu.ft.-74.7 cu.ft.98 ft.
            66 cu.ft.83.5 cu.ft.83.5 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              14500 lbs.17200 lbs.4421 lbs.6329 lbs.
              22800 lbs.13100 lbs.4160 lbs.5877 lbs.
              21500 lbs.17200 lbs.4481 lbs.6339 lbs.
              2021 RAM 2500

              Ranked #3

              19990 lbs.14540 lbs.3690 lbs.6307 lbs.
              18510 lbs.17370 lbs.3857 lbs.5914 lbs.
              18510 lbs.17370 lbs.3857 lbs.5924 lbs.

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