2010 SEMA: Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Extended Cab Z71

November 1, 2010 Omar Rana 2010 SEMA, 2011, Chevrolet Silverado, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Extended Cab Z71, Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty, Pickups

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Extended Cab Z71

The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Heavy-Duty lineup is more impressive than ever before, including ten 2500HD models and eight single and dual-rear-wheel 3500HD models. At the 2010 SEMA Show this week, Chevrolet is unveiling an accessorized 2500HD Extended Cab Z71 powered by 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel engine Allison 1000 6-speed automatic transmission.

Make the jump for the press release and the vehicle highlights.

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Extended Cab Z71:

Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Extended Cab Z71 Vehicle Highlights:

Exterior:

Switchblade Silver color with satin low-gloss finish
Body-color grille
Chevrolet Accessory 20-inch wheels painted Corvette Competition Gray
Hard folding tonneau cover
Six-inch oval assist steps painted Corvette Competition Gray
Hitch-mounted winch
Amber roof lamps
Custom Z71 graphics

Interior:

Dark Titanium leather interior
Chevrolet Accessory interior trim plate kit with custom show paint
Dual DVD headrests with HD WiFi headphones
Navigation radio
Autonet mobile Wi-Fi

Performance:

Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel and Allison 1000 six-speed automatic transmission

Press Release:

2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500HD Z71

Redesigned for 2011, the Silverado heavy-duty lineup is broader than ever, with 10 2500HD models and eight single- and dual-rear-wheel 3500HD models. In the Chevrolet display at the SEMA show, a new, accessorized 2500HD Extended Cab Z71 equipped with the new 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel engine Allison 1000 six-speed automatic transmission demonstrated the personalization possibilities of the new HD lineup.

All 2011 Silverado HD models bring greater capability, improved ride and handling and a greater feeling of driver control. Highlights include:

Increased towing capability of up to 21,700 pounds (9,843 kg) and payload of up to 6,635 pounds (3,009 kg) on 3500HD models, supported by all-new fully-boxed, high-strength-steel frames and strong suspensions
New 6.6L Duramax diesel delivers up to 11-percent greater highway fuel economy and up to 63-percent lower emissions, along with B20 biodiesel capability and quicker acceleration
All-new “smart” exhaust brake feature provides greater control on grades and reduced brake pad wear
An array of control features, including trailer sway control, integrated trailer brake control, hill start assist, automatic grade braking, intelligent brake assist and larger brakes
Purposeful technology, including available mobile WiFi, USB connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, XM Satellite Radio, OnStar 9.0 and navigation.

Outside, the 2011 Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD models are distinguished by a power dome-style hood with a new, louvered design, as well as a new grille and full-width chrome steel front bumper. A new lineup of 17-, 18- and 20-inch wheel/tire combinations is featured, too, and the 2500HD SEMA show vehicle displays 20-inch wheels that are available through Chevrolet dealers, but painted Corvette Competition Gray for the show vehicle.

Additional accessories are either available now or are being evaluated for future availability.

– By: Zain Haq