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Chevy trucks are built for hard work. That has been true since the very first Chevy pickups rolled off the line over a century ago, and Chevy trucks have only become tougher and more capable as time has gone by. For those in this world who work out of necessity or work for the love of it, the latest Chevy diesel trucks are there for you. Whether your job requires a light-duty truck or a heavy-duty monster, Chevy has a diesel truck to help you get that work done faster. The work must go on, and your diesel truck will be with you every step of the way, working and enduring every obstacle that gets thrown at you.
Chevy diesel trucks can obviously work hard with you, but they can also play hard. If you like off-roading, there is a Chevy diesel truck for that. If you need to get your boat to that shoreline for getting to the best fishing hole, there is a truck for that. If you need to pack in all the hunting gear and a few buddies to the edge of civilization to find that trophy for your wall, there is a truck for that. And if you need to bring your horses or livestock to the fair or rodeo, there is a Chevy diesel for that task as well.
Before you decide on which diesel to purchase, you need to consider a few questions. What are you looking for in your truck? You need to consider what you are expecting to use the truck for. Are you spending the majority of your time off-roading? Are you looking for fuel-efficient comfort that can still handle the work? Are you going to be hauling a trailer of significant weight on a regular basis? Knowing what you need your truck to do will help you pick out the ideal vehicle for you.
Once you’ve determined what exactly you need your truck to accomplish, you can pick out one of the gems from Chevy’s diesel truck lineup. Included in the lineup, we have the midsize Colorado, the half-ton Silverado, and the two Silverado HD models. Each of these four options has various capabilities and features that will serve you well while you are hard at work and play.
The Chevy Colorado with the Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel engine is a great pick for the adventurer in you. If you need a truck for adventuring on or off-road, this diesel set up is for you. First, let’s talk about gas mileage. For those of you who stay mostly on the pavement and who want greater efficiency, then the Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel is going to be ideal for you. The gas engines in the Colorado top out at 25 MPG on the highway, but the Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel is going to give you 30 MPG on the highway. That means more time on the road and less time at the pump.
For many adventurers, the ability to bring along toys is a critical part of the adventure. The Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel is going to give you best-in-class towing, coming in at an impressive 7,700 lbs. This gives you 700 lbs more towing capacity than the strongest gas engine available in the Colorado, which means more toys and more fun.
Finally, let’s talk about the Chevy Colorado and its off-roading capabilities. Off-road enthusiasts around the world have debated gas vs diesel engines for as long as each has been available. The number one reason for most people to pick a diesel engine for off-roading is simply the torque. When the Chevy Colorado is equipped with its diesel engine, it gets 369 lb-ft of torque, which is almost 100 lb-ft more torque than the V6 gas engine available in the Colorado. This equates to better performance over rocks or through muddy terrain for the off-road adventurer.
Moving onto the Chevy Silverado with its Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, this truck is for the intelligent and economically savvy individual. If you need a pickup for towing and hauling, yet you still want fuel economy similar to a sedan, Chevy has you covered. The Chevy Silverado with the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel has a jaw-dropping 33 MPG on the highway. With this stunning fuel economy also comes the ability for the truck to go incredible distances between fill-ups at the fuel station, even when towing. All of that, and it is still a real truck that can do all the real truck stuff.
With the super fuel efficiency that this engine gives, one might expect towing ability to also be similar to the fuel-efficient sedans. However, we are very pleased to tell you that the Silverado with the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is still a real, rugged truck and can tow like one with a max towing capacity of 9,500 lbs. That is plenty for the typical person to tote around all the work trailers and toy haulers he could ever want.
Finally, the Chevy Silverado HD with its legendary Duramax 6.6L V8 Turbo-Diesel is for the towing addict in you. If driving around with a heavy trailer behind is what you consider the normal way of life, then you have found your truck with the Silverado HD. Remember there are two Silverado HDs to pick between, and so you should pick the one that best matches the level of towing you are going to need. The 2500 HD is good for up to 18,510 lbs of towing, while the 3500 HD can tow up to a best-in-class 36,000 lbs.
While the truck and engine have the ability to tow as far as strength goes, both Chevy Silverado HD models also offer some very useful technologies that make towing much easier. For example, the Silverado HD has an available 15 camera view surround vision system that can help you navigate your truck and trailer safely. And if 15 cameras were not enough, the truck can also be equipped with a Head-Up Display that keeps your eyes from ever needing to leave the road, which is even more important with a trailer in tow.
Whatever Chevy vehicle you end up with, rest assured that Rick Hendrick Chevrolet of Buford has you covered as far as service and maintenance go. Our certified technicians are standing by to do whatever it takes to get you on the road again and for an affordable price. Servicing diesel engines is a specialized practice, and not every mechanic can work on a diesel. But we stand by every vehicle we sell, and we’ve got your back, no matter what life throws your way.
We even make it easy for you to schedule a service appointment online, right on our website. Additionally, you can order your own certified factory parts through our parts center if you want to do some work on your truck yourself. However, with our affordable prices and expert service team, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better deal elsewhere.
Rick Hendrick Chevrolet of Buford is your one-stop-shop for Chevy diesel trucks or any other Chevy vehicle. Besides an exceptional service center, we also have a staff of some of the friendliest and most knowledgeable car salesmen in all of Georgia. But don’t be scared away by the term ‘car salesmen’ because our team is nothing like the salesmen at other dealerships you might have had experience with in the past.
Whether you’re ready to pick out a new diesel truck, or you just want to have us answer some of your more pressing automotive questions, come on down to Rick Hendrick Chevrolet of Buford. Our friendly team is ready to welcome you to our dealership and answer all your questions. So pick out your favorite truck (or two) and schedule a test drive today. Whether you’re looking to replace your current vehicle, or you just want an extra vehicle to have on hand, we’ll have you out on the road in no time.