Hybrid System

The Chevy Silverado hybrid offers a dual-mode system. This means the truck can run exclusively on electric power while driving at lower speeds. When necessary, the electric motors and transmission work in tandem with a gasoline-powered V8 engine.

Low Fuel Consumption

By running primarily on electric power at lower speeds, the Silverado hybrid offers an impressive 21 miles per gallon city and 22 miles per gallon highway. The largest gain is in city fuel economy.

Features

The dual-mode hybrid system features an electric propulsion system and a regenerative system in the transmission that helps store otherwise lost power as usable electricity.

Significance

The Silverado 1500 hybrid is the first dual-mode hybrid offered for sale. Thanks to powerful V8 and electric motors, the Silverado offers all of the capability of a gas-engined truck, but with much higher fuel economy.

Expert Insight

Depending on options, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hybrid costs several thousand dollars more than a gasoline-powered truck. The hybrid is environmentally friendly for in-town driving, but it may not be the best financial or environmental choice for drivers who spend most of their time on the freeway.

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Chevrolet: 2010 Silverado 1500 Hybrid Truck