When shopping for a heavy-duty Chevy Silverado 2500 HD pickup at Chevrolet of Wooster, one of the key decisions is choosing between the available gas V8 and diesel V8 engines. Both powertrains deliver impressive capability, but each has its own unique advantages. Here's a comparison of the gas and diesel V8 options in the Silverado 2500 HD to help Wooster truck buyers decide which engine best suits their needs.
Gas V8 Engine
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD's available 6.6-liter V8 gas engine offers these benefits:
- Robust power with 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque
- Familiar, proven V8 gas engine technology
- Lower upfront cost compared to the diesel
- Runs on readily-available regular gasoline
Diesel V8 Engine
Stepping up to the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD's available Duramax® 6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8 provides:
- Immense torque with 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque
- Higher towing and payload capacities than the gas V8
- Excellent efficiency for a heavy-duty truck
- Proven Duramax® diesel durability and longevity
Pick Out Either V8 Engine at Your Wooster, OH Chevrolet Truck Dealer
Both the gas and diesel V8 engines are compelling choices for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. The gas V8 delivers ample performance at a lower initial price, while the diesel V8 maximizes towing and hauling abilities with unrivaled torque. Visit Chevrolet of Wooster to test drive the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD trucks with each engine and decide which V8 is the ideal fit for your heavy-duty needs.