2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Overview
The Silverado 1500 with a Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine continues to set the standard for light-duty diesel pickup trucks. Chevrolet has made the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel even better with cooling and suspension enhancements that increased maximum towing capability by 1,900 pounds. If towing is something you will do often, you will also be pleased to learn that Chevrolet added numerous advances driver assists for trailering, including additional camera views and a jack-knife alert system. Another update generating a lot of excitement at Courtesy Chevrolet is the new Multi-Flex Tailgate, which offers six unique arrangements and can easily be configured based on your current needs.

Exterior - Chevrolet Dealer serving Tempe AZ
Our Chevrolet dealership serving Avondale Glendale Mesa Tempe offers the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel with either the double or crew cab. In addition to being roomier inside, the crew cab has four full-size doors whereas the double has rear half-size doors. The double also comes exclusively with the standard bed, which measures about 6 feet 7 inches. The crew cab gives you that option but also a short bed that measures about 5 feet 10 inches. The double with the diesel engine is available in either the LT or RST trim levels. The crew with either bed is available with the LTZ and High Country trims too.

Interior - 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 near Tempe AZ
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel near Tempe is available with either the double or crew cab. Both cabs can seat six with a front-row bench and five with front bucket seats. Both also provide more than 43 inches of front legroom and nearly 45 inches of front legroom. Your decision will come down to rear legroom. The double offers more than 35 inches, and the crew more the 43 inches. The lowest trim you can get with the diesel engine is the LT. Standard interior equipment push-button ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, cloth seating, heated seated and a heated steering wheel.

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Mechanical specs
With the Silverado 1500 diesel model, you have your choice of either rear- or four-wheel drive. Drivetrain is a good place to start when picking out your diesel Silverado, but note that not all trims and cab-bed combinations will be available to you depending on this choice. Which choice is better depends on your needs and preferences. The rear-wheel-drive Silverado 1500 with the diesel engine provides among best-in-class fuel performance, but four-wheel drive allows for a higher towing capacity.

Powertrain - Chevrolet Dealership near Tempe AZ
The diesel engine available with the Silverado 1500 is a Duramax turbo-diesel inline-six cylinder. Chevrolet marries it to 10-speed automatic transmission, which can distribute power to either the rear wheels or all wheels depending on your drivetrain choice. While you may notice a significant drop in the horsepower rating compared to the gas engine, this must be considered in context. The diesel delivers its power at much lower rpm, which means that it feels smooth and quick, and to many drivers, it will feel better for everyday usage, such as commuting to work and running errands around town.
Safety - 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 dealer
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel near Tempe features the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System. You also have the option of the Plus system, which upgrades the standard 7-inch touchscreen to an 8-inch display, and the Premium system, which includes Plus and adds built-in navigation. The base Trailering Package is included as standard equipment. The Max Trailering Package is available and adds many of these new safety technologies mentioned in the introduction. You also have the option of a Safety Package and, in the case of the LTZ and High Country, a Safety Package II. Both of these add a series of driver assistance technologies, including blind-spot monitoring and smart cruise control.
Request more Tempe Area 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel information
You can test-drive the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel near Tempe at your earliest convenience. While we do schedule appointments for clients who prefer it, scheduling is never required, and you can simply visit our location serving Avondale Glendale Mesa Tempe at any point during our standard business hours. Let us know of your interest via text or email, and the team at Courtesy Chevrolet can keep you posted on new specials and other offers. Prefer to shop online? Explore our website. You can compare trims, cab-bed combinations and options, and live chat is always just a click away.