A Chevy Work Truck That’s Just as Good at Play

There are plenty of reasons to buy a pickup truck. In fact, those reasons likely have you searching “trucks for sale in Albany, NY.” Trucks are great if you love off-roading, and they are durable and dependable. And sometimes, you want a truck that is built for the primary purpose of providing you with the utility you need for commercial purposes. This is where you want a truck that is designed for work, like a work truck. Chevy makes many work trucks; they are trims for each of the four truck models that Chevrolet produces, the midsize Chevy Colorado, the full-size Chevy Silverado 1500, the Chevy Silverado 2500HD, and the massive Chevy Silverado 3500HD.

These each feature the sturdy engineering and attention to detail that makes Chevrolet the frontrunner in truck design. Best of all, they have the features you will need to perform any tasks that your job requires. And today, we at DePaula Chevy, in Albany, NY, are going to tell you a bit more about what each of the work trucks in Chevy’s lineup has to offer.

Chevy Silverado 1500 WT

The most popular and versatile of all Chevy trucks, the Silverado 1500, truly has it all. Every Silverado 1500 comes equipped with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System on an 8-inch touchscreen. This features Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, and a USB port for charging and connecting your smartphone.

The 2020 Silverado 1500 Work Truck has a base MSRP of only $28,300, an amazing price for a truck with so much to offer. It runs on a 4.3-liter EcoTec3 V6 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission, capable of producing 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque. The 2020 Silverado 1500 WT comes rear-wheel drive standard with four-wheel drive optional. While the rear-wheel drive improves the 1500 WT’s trailer rating, the four-wheel drivetrain will give you better traction in inclement weather. The Silverado 1500 has a maximum towing rating of 13,400 pounds and can carry up to 2,250 pounds of payload. When equipped with the 4.3-liter engine, the Silverado 1500 WT has outstanding fuel economy of 17 MPG in the city and 21 MPG on the highway.

If you want improved fuel economy, you can opt for a 2.7-liter Turbo engine that is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This engine is surprisingly peppy, producing 310 hp and 348 lb-ft of torque. With two-wheel drive, this truck gets 20 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway, while four-wheel drive Work Trucks with this engine get 19 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. If power is your thing, you can choose the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This produces 355 hp and an incredible 383 lb-ft of torque, allowing your Chevy Silverado 1500 WT to perform the toughest tasks.

While this Chevy Silverado 1500 WT may have creature comforts like air-conditioning and the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, its looks are what let you know that this is a truck that can get down to business. Its front grille and tailgate feature a stamped Chevrolet name with bold block letters and a gold Chevy bowtie logo. Its blacked-out grille, bumpers, and trim add to this bold and aggressive look. The interior features vinyl or cloth seats with a rubberized vinyl floor, making cleaning up your truck simple after a hard day of work. The Silverado 1500 WT rides on 17-inch wheels, giving you the strength and stability to get you through the workday.

Chevy Colorado WT

Sometimes you don’t need a big pickup to handle your job. For those of you who need a midsize truck for your job, then the 2020 Chevy Colorado Work Truck is ideal. The standard Work Truck comes with rear-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive is available. The standard engine is an efficient 2.5-liter direct injection gas engine with a Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic transmission, capable of producing up to 200 hp and 191 lb-ft of torque.

The Colorado WT gets excellent gas mileage with this engine: 20 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway for rear-wheel drive models. The engine is also surprisingly powerful, allowing it to tow up to 3,500 pounds of trailer. If you need more power, you can upgrade to a 3.6-liter V6 engine with a Hydra-Matic 8-speed automatic transmission. This produces 308 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, increasing the towing capability of the Work Truck to an impressive 7,000 pounds of trailer. Despite the power, this engine is also really fuel-efficient, with 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway for rear-wheel drive models and 19 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway for four-wheel drive Work Trucks.

Chevrolet has put a great deal of attention into designing the Colorado Work Truck to help you with your jobs. The dual rear seats provide plenty of extra under-seat storage. If you need more storage room, you can opt for a folding rear bench seat, which is both practical and efficient. The 2020 Chevy Colorado Work Truck is capable of carrying up to 1,578 pounds of cargo in its payload, so you know you can move your stuff in one trip. Plus, the 2020 Chevy Colorado WT has a base MSRP of $24,800, so you can save on the truck and have more money to have fun with it.

A Pair of Heavy-Duty Work Trucks

If you need the power and strength to do the job right, you should consider a Chevy Silverado 2500HD WT or a Chevy Silverado 3500HD WT. These trucks are not just called “heavy-duty;” they are built to handle heavy-duty tasks. Chevrolet has installed a hitch and 7-pin connector on each Silverado HD Work Truck to make sure you can get the maximum towing out of your truck. To aid in this process, the HD Work Truck comes with standard trailer mirrors and a rear-vision camera with hitch guidance. This will make hitching even the toughest trailer a cinch when you’re in an HD Work Truck. The 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD has a maximum trailer rating of 18,500 pounds, while the 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500HD has an incredible 35,500-pound maximum trailer rating.

If you need to haul cargo for your job, then the 2020 Chevy Silverado HD Work Truck is the one for you. The 2500HD WT can carry up to 3,715 pounds of cargo. Need more room for cargo? The 3500HD WT can carry 7,145 pounds in its payload. To make this easier, Chevy has installed 12 standard tie-down rings in the trailer bed, with lowered bed walls. These improve access to your cargo while also providing damage-free bed hitching.

You have a choice of two incredible engines on the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD. The standard engine is a massive 6.6-liter V8 direct-injection gas engine with variable valve timing to improve performance and efficiency. This engine comes equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission and produces 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque.

For maximum towing, you can choose the optional Duramax 6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8 engine with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission. This engine produces 445 hp and an incredible 910 lb-ft of torque, which is why the Silverado HD WT has such an incredible trailering rating. The 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Work Truck has a base MSRP of $34,600, and the 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500HD Work Truck has a base MSRP of $38,300. Meaning, you can get excellent power at an excellent price.

Chevy Work Trucks: Best of the Best

The Chevy Work Truck, whether it be the Colorado, the Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500 or the Silverado 3500 is the ideal choice for the working man or woman who needs a pickup that can handle the job and look great helping you do it. So what are you waiting for? Go check them out today; you won’t regret it!