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2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD for sale near Kansas City

Introduction

When you want a large vehicle that can do a lot of hard work and still carry you and your passengers in style, it would be wise to look at the 2017 Chevy Silverado for sale in Olathe near Kansas City and see how much it offers. 

It is a big rig that still manages to give you an amazingly smooth ride no matter what the road surface is. You might be riding on a highway or on a rugged road and never know the difference. It has a new, powerful engine that can do all the work it takes to get any job, big or small, done for you. Yet it has a very well appointed inside cabin that will have you riding in a luxury setting.

The Chevy Silverado 2500HD full sized pickup truck has been much updated for the year 2017. In this case, change is good because its changes mean very intense upgrades for this model year. The most noticeable thing is that there is now an option for a new 6.6-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel V8 engine.

2016 Silverado 2500HD

Body Styles and Trim Levels

The Chevy Silverado 2500HD for 2017 is nothing if not versatile in its options. The truck is available with Crew, Regular, and Double Cab styles, with a standard 6.5-foot short bed or 8-foot long bed, and with options for two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The regular cab is only available with the 8-foot long bed but otherwise, the options are wide open. The trim options are also versatile and flexible. 

WT Trim

The base model is the WT Trim. This starter trim package includes the following amenities: 

  • 4.2 inch display screen 
  • Audio system including a handy auxiliary out-jack 
  • Automatically-locking rear differential 
  • Chrome-plated bumpers 
  • Cruise control on highway 
  • Four-speaker system with USB capability 
  • Front bench with folding center armrest 
  • Manual window controls 
  • Power-lock doors 
  • Rubber flooring material 
  • Seventeen-inch all-steel wheels 
  • Tilt-only steering wheel 
  • Vinyl upholstery  

All of this comes standard with the WT Trim package. Upgrades are also available for crew cab and double cab styles, including an additional two speakers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, MyLink Infotainment system including OnStar, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi system with Bluetooth, satellite radio system, and even a voice control option. 

    LT Trim

    The next step up is the LT Trim package. Naturally, the above features are all included but the package also includes the following upgrades: 
     
    • Carpeted floors 
    • CD player which can be controlled via controls mounted on the steering wheel 
    • Cloth interiors 
    • Heated mirrors 
    • Leather-covered steering wheel 
    • Power accessories 
    • Rear-vision camera which is new for 2017 
    • Remote control with keyless entry system 
    • Remote-locking tailgate with EZ lift-or-lower system 
    • Seventeen-inch alloy wheels 
    • Tinted rear windows 
    • Touchscreen increased from 7 to 8 inches 

      LTZ trim

      From the LT Trim package, we move up to the LTZ trim. The upgrades for this third level include: 

      • Climate control which is automatic 
      • Driver’s seat with memory 
      • Eighteen-inch alloy wheels 
      • Fog package including fog lights and de-fogging, power-sliding rear window 
      • Front seats with heating and power adjustment. Including lumbar 
      • Power fold mirrors 
      • Real leather upholstery 
      • Rear window with automatic dimming 
      • Remote-control ignition startup 
      • Safety rear camera 
      • Tilting, telescoping steering wheel  

        High Country model

        Finally, at the very top of the heap, there is the luxurious and top-of-the-line outfitted High Country model. This model includes ALL of the above features at their highest levels, and includes even more luxury with the following: 

        • Bose integrated music system 
        • Cargo tie-downs for boxes 
        • Chrome-plated assist steps for easier entry 
        • Cordless cell phone-charging unit for convenience and reduction of cable mess 
        • Front seats with ventilation as well as heating 
        • Navigational system 
        • Proprietary grille  
        • Rear AND front parking sensors 
        • Spray-on bedliner 
        • Upgraded leather upholstery of finer quality  

          Z71 Off-Road

          For those who are more adventurous, the Z71 Off-Road Package is also available. For off-roaders, mud-lovers, and others who like challenging driving, this system offers the following features: 

          • Driver Alert Package including safety alert for the driver’s seat which notifies the driver of potential collisions, parking sensors front and rear, power-adjustable pedals, and warnings for lane departure 
          • Gauge cluster made especially for this package 
          • Hill descent controls 
          • Special styling touches 
          • Specially-tuned shock absorbers 
          • Stabilizer bar with proprietary design 
          • Sunroof and tonneau cover options, available in hard and soft depending on trim 
          • Transfer case skid plate  

          Whichever model one chooses, the 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500HD is a truck which is packed with features and state-of-the-art design, making it one of the best choices currently available.

            Powertrain

            The powertrain behind the new 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is truly something special. It’s the perfect vehicle to get you between Kansas City, Olathe, Independence, and surrounding areas. It has the optional to be powered by a turbo-diesel, 6.6-liter V8 Duramax engine. Paired with a six-speed transmission, this combination delivers a lot of power and performance, especially given the new hood design, which allows for higher air induction. This Duramax engine is the same size as in previous year models, but it operates on a new GM control system that allows it to achieve a low RPM torque production, offering 90% of peak torque at 1550 RPM, sustainable through 2850 RPM. The horsepower is rated at 445 and the torque comes in at 910 pound-feet. 

            This powertrain option incorporates a new air intake system to cool the engine. The redesigned hood uses a scoop to provide the intake system with around sixty percent of the air the engine needs. This ensures that the air going directly to the engine is a lot cooler than that under the hood. This cooler air translates to a number of benefits for the engine. It will perform better under stress, and severe weather conditions will not be nearly as difficult for it to cope with. This allows the Silverado 2500HD to maintain power and performance in all kinds of conditions. When running at highway speeds, the air filter can pull forty percent more air from the dry area in the front fender. Therefore, even when the hood is blocked, the engine still receives cool air.

            Obviously, the new Duramax engine is drawing a lot of attention, given its innovativeness and performance. However, if turbo-diesel doesn’t appeal, the base engine is still quite impressive. It’s a 6.0-liter Vortec L96 V8 that has E85 compatibility, meaning that it can run on unleaded fuel with up to 85% ethanol. This engine creates 360 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque at 5400 RPM and 4200 RPM, respectively. This engine is paired with a six-speed transmission as well, an MYD automatic that allows for cruise grade and powertrain grade braking. Base engines do not get the hood design for the turbo-diesel models.

            Whichever option the customer chooses the powertrain of this vehicle is a powerful and dependable piece of engineering. It can be counted on to perform under extreme conditions without losing power. Whether towing a heavy payload or taking the vehicle off-road to scout out new terrain, the 2017 Chevrolet 2500HD will do the work without complaint.

            Powertrain

              Styling

              For 2017, the Chevy Silverado 2500HD has a cabin that is more contemporary and easy to ride in than ever before. It is made of nicer materials and has a user-friendly gauge cluster that is easy to read in daylight or in the evening. In the High Country trim level you get beautiful leather and a much more luxurious cabin. 

              You can easily navigate with the well positioned 4.2-inch color display screen. You get a 3.5 monochrome display when you choose the WT trim. The 7- or 8-inch touchscreen for MyLink is found on the center rack and is also very easy to use. You can get the Teen Driver Mode with either trim level.

              The front seats are comfy. There’s no telescopic steering in the WT level so driving is that much easier when you get the LT level or higher. A bonus is that in the crew cab model the seats are as comfortable in the back as in the front so you will not find your passengers fighting over where they will sit.

              Styling

                Handling

                In terms of its civility, the 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500HD has earned high accolades. Compared to the Chevy Silverado 1500, the 2500 produces more noise due to its beefy wheels and the larger mirrors, which contribute to wind noise. The cabin is quiet on this vehicle, thus, aspiring for a larger diesel engine won’t deplete from the overall experience. 

                When traversing corners, the truck handles those corners with precision and maintains control very well. Turning corners will be effortless because the truck comes equipped with a Digital Steering Assist system, which is standard equipment on all trims save the WT trim level. If tasked with the duty of towing a 16000-pound trailer, the Silverado 2500HD will maintain its stability.

                In addition, the truck’s robust suspension handles these loads with ease and can manage well on the road. Last, but not least, the Silverado 2500 addresses safety with expectation with standard features, including antilock brakes, electronic stability and front airbags.

                Handling

                  Safety

                  Safety gets a lot of focus in the chunky, confident, 2017 Silverado 2500HD. 

                  Trailer sway control, anti-lock disk brakes, and a system that regulates stability and traction are included as standard, and between them, they make this an enviably safe piece of machinery, well capable of handling even the toughest of conditions – even when towing heavy loads.
                  There is the usual airbag complement, but also a front and side curtain for another layer of safety.

                  Standard on all models from the WT up, the OnStar package means if you are unfortunate enough to find yourself in bother, you will be able to call on roadside assistance.

                  Other options available include front and/or rear parking sensors, a rear camera, and a Driver Alert package.

                  Safety