The New 2014 Chevy Silverado Gets an Amazing 24 mpg Highway Rating

Fuel economy and pickups don’t necessarily go hand in hand. So when they do, it tends to cause a bit of a stir. Equipped with an all-new 285 hp 4.3L EcoTec3 engine, 2014 Chevy Silverado 2WD models get an impressive 24 mpg on the highway, while 4x4s get 22 mpg. 4×4 models get 17 mpg in the city, topping any other full-sized pick-up available on the market. The best part is that these fuel savings apply to all three cab configurations.

Efficiency Without Sacrificing Power

Chevy didn’t sacrifice strength for fuel economy, though. The Silverado has a payload rating of 2,108 pounds and a best-in-class tow rating of 7,200 pounds. So whether you use your truck to do contract work or to just take the boat out the lake for the weekend, the Silverado does little to limit your capabilities.

“Budget-conscious customers often buy V-6 pickups to do real work, and the 2014 Silverado with the 4.3L EcoTec3 V-6 will combine unmatched capability and excellent fuel economy with surprising levels of refinement,” said Jeff Luke, executive chief engineer.

So what’s the secret to efficiency? Most drivers don’t need the full strength of a V6 at all times, so when you’re dealing with lighter loads, the Silverado seamlessly switches down to just 4-cylinders. When you need those two extra cylinders again, the come back online to give you the full torque that you need.

More Than Just Power

True to style, Chevy delivers a complete list of features on the new Silverado that includes:

• Chevy’s MyLink system, with a color touchscreen that give you you quick and easy access to the sound system, satellite radio, and more
• Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
• Active noise cancellation, essential in a hard-working pick-up
• Cooled seats

Find the New Silverado at Cox Chevy

We encourage you to stop by Cox Chevy in Bradenton for a test drive of the new 2014 Silverado. Hard work and affordability have helped to make it one of the most popular pick-ups on the market.

Our dealership is located on Cortez Road W, just a quarter of a mile to the west of the Sweetbay Supermarket. Our family has been selling Chevy’s for over 80 years in the Suncoast area thanks to personalized and honest service. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us.