Chevrolet Silverado ZR2

For many years, Chevy truck owners have waited for a Silverado 1500 that was ready for the trail from the factory. Now the wait is over with the introduction of the off-road focused ChevroletSilverado 1500 ZR2. Equipped with the fire-breathing 420 horsepower 6.2 liter V-8 engine, the Silverado ZR2 is here and ready to tackle the toughest trails that you can throw at it.

A 10 speed transmission handles the 460 foot pounds of torque and is mated to a 2-speed transfer case with 2wd setting in addition to both 4wd Hi and Lo modes and an Automatic mode for off road enthusiasts that prefer to just focus on tackling the trail in front of them.

The 2022 Silverado ZR2 is the all new off-road spec that is available for the Silverado 1500 and is geared towards people that need a truck that is a capable off-roader. It joins its smaller ChevroletColorado ZR2 stable mate as Chevy’s answer when it comes to building a capable trail ready truck, offering a more complete off-road package than what was available on the LT Trail Boss trim for Silverado 1500s.

Some highlights on the Silverado ZR2 include a factory 2 inch lift kit coupled with 33 inch AT tires. The Silverado ZR2 boasts 11.2 inches of ground clearance and more front and rear suspension travel than the Silverado LT Trail Boss. The Silverado ZR2 also comes equipped with the performance oriented Multimatic DSSV shocks and E-Locker front and rear differentials. The ZR2 also gets a special off road setting called Terrain Mode, making rock crawling easier with the use of a single pedal as your ZR2 takes advantage of its high approach angle front bumper and protective front skid plate.

The Silverado ZR2 takes the truck’s off-roading ability to the next level with a few key off-road features to help you on any terrain. The ZR2 essentially takes the Silverado’s Trail Boss trim and adds front and rear differentials equipped with an E-Locker and also upgrades the front half shafts to prevent damage from the front differential being used while locked. Additional upgrades include thick skid plates to help stop rocks and other debris from damaging vital areas and aggressive 33 inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory AT tires have fitted to the truck’s standard 18 inch wheels.

Chevy has decided to stick with the standard 420 horsepower 6.2 Liter V8 engine, mated to a 10 speed automatic. Rather than taking the approach of its cross-town rivals Ford and Ram, Chevy’s argument is that you don’t need big power to go off-roading and it's hard to argue with that when you hear the bark of the 6.2 Liter V8 with the optional Borla catback exhaust equipped.

Chevrolethas also focused on making the Silverado ZR2 feel like a civilized truck when you are returning back to civilization, with most truck buyers opting to daily driver their off-road focused ZR2 instead of using it as a weekend toy. The Silverado handles pavement with ease despite its off-road orientation, with the usual road manners than you will find on any standard 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500. The ZR2 is able to accomplish this feat due to the use of GM’s patented Multimatic DSSV shocks, which deliver both performance and a comfortable ride for drivers.

Chevroletcreated the Silverado ZR2 with rugged off-road driving in mind, whether it be a local trail in the Pacific Northwest or desert running in SoCal. With this in mind, the ZR2’s exterior was designed to make clearing obstacles easier than you may sometimes run into with a Ford Raptor or Ram TRX due to the added width on both of these rivals.

With both front and rear differentials locked, the Silverado makes easy work of climbing over any obstacles in its way on the trail, with direct low-effort steering making it easy to place your tires and avoid puncturing the 33 inch tires. Setting the ZR2’s drive selector to Terrain Mode allows for even easier navigation on the most difficult of trails with the truck automatically applying the brakes after you let off the gas. Additionally, the truck’s multitude of high quality cameras will become one of your best tools while off-roading, acting as an impromptu spotter to make sure that you avoid damaging the truck while plotting through more difficult terrain.

Chevroletalso looked to improve the approach angle, departure angle and breakover angle of the Trail Boss performance package by improving the truck’s ability to smoothly drive over obstacles without impeding itself. For example the ZR2 boasts a departure angle of 23.3 degrees, an excellent breakover angle of 23.4 degrees and an impressive approach angle of 31.8 degrees, both of which are only bested by the Ford Raptor on optional 37s.

As we have mentioned earlier, the Silverado ZR2’s Multimatic spool-valve shocks are the most notable upgrade when comparing it to the lower spec Trail Boss, allowing for amazing performance both on and off the road. While driving around town, you’ll notice the suspension creating a comfortable ride that will make you forget that you're riding in a truck at all.

When taken off-road, the Multimatic shocks show their full potential, masterfully handling the roughest terrain while keeping the truck planted where you want it to be. And with two more inches of suspension travel front and rear with the addition of hydraulic bump stops, the Silverado makes easy work of hard landings with little drama involved.

The 2022 Silverado ZR2 package comes with the revised interior for certain trim specs in 2022, showcasing a top grade cabin with a modern feel and upscale look inside. Some notable highlights include the 12.3 inch digital gauge cluster and the massive 13.4 inch infotainment display with available Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Google Assistant. The seating was designed to keep you securely in place on the ZR2, with side bolsters and shoulder supports wrapped in leather firmly anchoring you into the driver's seat.

All of the off-road functions are within reach from the driver's seat as well, making quick adjustments on the trail to the truck as simple as a flick of the wrist. Chevy made sure to also include more durable material throughout the pickup’s interior, with the knowledge that some owners will be using this as a weekend warrior when it comes to tackling local trails.

Each and every ChevroletSilverado 1500 is available with a touchscreen infotainment display that offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and mobile hotspot functionality. In addition to the touch screen, Chevy made sure to offer physical knobs and buttons to make sure that accessing what you need is as easy as possible. On upper-level trims such as the LT, the Silverado 1500 is equipped with a 13.4 inch touchscreen display and is improved with features including Google Assistant, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexa.

Every 2025 ChevroletSilverado comes with the Chevy Safety Assist bundle, ensuring that you and your family are protected at all times while in your truck. Additionally this pick up truck can be equipped with a number of towing assistance features to ensure that towing and hooking your trailer up is easier than ever.

Key safety features include:

• Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
• Standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
• Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist
• Standard Front Pedestrian Braking
• Standard Following Distance Indicator
• Standard Intellibeam High Beam Assist

• 6.2L V8 with 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Transmission Range Selector
• Silverado-first application of Multimatic DSSV dampers
• Off-road cut front bumper that enables an improved 31-degree approach angle
• New steel front and rear bumpers designed for off-road strength, durability, and clearance
• Enhanced 2-speed transfer case with Terrain Mode
• 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory® Mud Terrain tires
• Large underbody aluminum skid plates allow for additional off-road protection
• Hidden dual-outlet exhaust
• Exclusive ZR2 interior with standard 13.4-inch diagonal infotainment touch-screen and 12.3-inch diagonal Driver Information Center
• Black chrome grille with Chevy flowtie and accent lighting
• Raised hood with styled black insert
• ZR2-exclusive wheel flares
• Animated LED headlamps with tracer animation and Black bezels

So there you have it, the 2025 ChevroletSilverado 1500. This light duty pick up truck stands apart from a crowded field of competitors because of its massive cabin, comfortable seating, huge truck bed, excellent towing abilities, potent engine configurations and intuitive interior controls. The Chevy Silverado ZR2 is a practical everyday truck made to carry you and your family in comfort, no matter where you go or what you plan on doing.

If you're in the market for an affordable, 1/2 ton pick up truck with a massive truck bed and impressive tow capacity, the ChevroletSilverado 1500 is worth a test drive. Come visit us at Lawrence Hall Chevrolet Buick GMC today and experience the 2025 Silverado 1500 for yourself. We offer a variety of both new and used Chevy Silverado 1500s for sale in ANSON so stop by our dealership today!