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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 I (facelift 2003) Crew Cab 4.8 (275 Hp) Automatic
Chevrolet Silverado 1500:
The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.
The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name Starting with the LT trim. Standard and "Custom" trims are still called Silverado. Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2003) Crew Cab Overview:
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (I (facelift 2003) Crew Cab). With 386 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (195 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 2.5/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Crew Cab: 1998 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Silverado 1500 |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2003) Crew Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.8 (275 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 275 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 57.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 386 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4807 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 14 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5738 mm [287mm less] |
| Width: | 1994 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1844 mm [119mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3645 mm [240mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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