2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Model Review | Decatur, IN

Built to tackle the toughest tasks on and off the jobsite, the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD is a heavy-duty workhorse, bringing relentless power, advanced engineering, and intuitive technologies to keep up with everyday demands. The Silverado 2500 HD boasts three cab configurations and two formidable engine options, each taking towing and payload capability to the next level. Learn about the key features, specs, and capacities of the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD with this comprehensive review prepared by the team at Tom Kelley Chevrolet Decatur.

To further assist in your research, our Chevy Silverado 2500 HD trims page provides a detailed overview of the standard features of each trim.

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2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Engines & Towing Capacity

Harness formidable V8 performance in the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD with a choice between a gas or turbo diesel engine, each ready to handle your toughest towing and payload demands. Each configuration is paired with an Allison® ten-speed automatic transmission for smooth power delivery and is available with either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). The 6.6L gas V8 excels in payload capacity, handling up to 3,689 pounds, while the 6.6L Duramax® V8 turbo diesel takes the lead in towing, capable of a truly impressive 22,430 pounds with a fifth-wheel hitch. Delivering 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque, the Duramax engine ensures unrelenting capability for even your most daunting of tasks.

For tackling those more untamed terrains, utilize the off-road prowess of the Silverado 2500 HD ZR2 trim. Equipped with precision-tuned Multimatic DSSV™ dampers, a rear electronic-locking differential, and a factory-installed lift for enhanced ground clearance, its muscular stance is reinforced by 35-inch Goodyear® Wrangler Territory® MT tires for enhanced performance and agility on those rugged trails off the beaten path.

See the Silverado 2500 HD engine specs in the accompanying table.

Engine6.6L gas V86.6L Duramax V8 turbo diesel
Horsepower401 HP470 HP
Torque464 lb.-ft.975 lb.-ft.
TransmissionTen-speed automatic
Drivetrain2WD / 4WD
Max. Conventional Towing Capacity16,000 lbs.20,000 lbs.
Max. Gooseneck / Fifth-Wheel Towing Capacity18,700 lbs.22,430 lbs.
Max. Payload Capacity3,689 lbs.3,615 lbs.

2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Cab & Bed Options

Multiple cab configurations in the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD offer versatility, providing an ideal balance of interior spaciousness and practicality. The single-row regular cab pairs exclusively with a long bed, maximizing cargo capacity. Double cab and crew cab configurations provide flexible seating with standard or extended bed options. For those prioritizing passenger comfort, the crew cab offers just over 43 inches of rear legroom, exceeding the double cab’s 35 inches of rear legroom space.

See the dimensions for the Silverado 2500 HD cab and bed configurations in the accompanying table.

ConfigurationRegular cab, long bedDouble cab, standard bedDouble cab, long bedCrew cab, standard bedCrew cab, long bed
Overall Length235.5 in.240.5 in.256.5 in.250 in.266 in.
Box Length98.2 in.82.2 in.98.2 in.82.2 in.98.2 in.
Cargo Volume83.5 cu.-ft.69.5 cu.-ft.83.5 cu.-ft.69.5 cu.-ft.83.5 cu.-ft.
SeatingThreeSixSix
Legroom (Front/Rear)44.5 / – in.44.5 / 35.2 in.44.5 / 43.4 in.
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 towing a boat
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 bed door pulled down

2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Interior Design & Technology

Designed for comfort and practicality, the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD offers a thoughtfully crafted cabin with seating options that adapt to your unique needs. Base models provide front bench seating with durable vinyl seat upholstery. Higher trims introduce premium seating materials like available cloth and sumptuous leather, available bucket seats, and innovative rear-seat storage. Luxurious touches like optional heated front and rear outboard seats, along with an available heated steering wheel, enhance comfort on colder days.

Available interior features include:

  • Vinyl, cloth, or leather seat upholstery
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Ten-way power front seats
  • Heated rear outboard seats
  • Up-level rear seat with seat back and under-seat storage
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear air vents
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Power sunroof
  • All-weather floor liners

Adapting seamlessly to your daily hardworking routine, the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD is equipped with intuitive technologies that keep you connected on the go. The WT and Custom trims feature a 7-inch touchscreen that seamlessly integrates with your smartphone via wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, putting everything from your favorite apps and playlists right at your fingertips. Higher trims boast a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a 13.4-inch Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system, complete with Google built-in for more intelligent navigation and connectivity.

Available technology features include:

  • Bose® seven-speaker sound system with Richbass® subwoofer
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Bluetooth®
  • Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • Wireless charging
  • Universal home remote
  • In-vehicle trailering app
  • Head-up display
  • 120V power outlets in cab and bed

2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Safety Features

For enhanced peace of mind wherever work or play take you, the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD delivers advanced towing assistance and cutting-edge driver awareness features. Standard safety systems, including automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning, enhance driver confidence on every journey. Available trailer side blind zone alerts provide an additional layer of awareness when switching lanes, while a network of up to eight cameras with 14 unique views simplifies hitching, parking, and navigating tight spaces.

Available safety features include:

  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Front pedestrian braking
  • Lane departure warning
  • Following distance indicator
  • Forward collision alert
  • IntelliBeam® automatic high beams
  • Front and rear park assist
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Trailer side blind zone alert
  • Safety alert seat
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 interior seating
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 infotainment system and trailer camera

2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Color Options

  • Red Hot
  • Lakeshore Blue Metallic
  • Sterling Gray Metallic
  • Summit White
  • Black
  • Slate Gray Metallic
  • Cypress Gray
  • Radiant Red Tintcoat
  • Iridescent Pearl Tricoat

2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Trim Levels

  • WT $47,295*
  • Custom $50,495*
  • LT $53,895*
  • LTZ $64,595*
  • ZR2 $73,095*
  • High Country $74,895*
*Starting MSRP
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