2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4WD User Reviews

Pros

great fuel economy very roomy great ride

Cons

could use fully locking difs most expencive truck to lift

ok im hearing things about the gass milege ok i can get as bad as 13mpg or as good as 23mpg it all depends on your foot in the throtle i drove 300 miles from disney oklahoma to ft riley kansas and avraged 23mpg so i know it can do it

Pros

Good looks, comfortable interior, plenty of power, great price with the employee discount

Cons

gas mileage could be better

I got the crew cab with leather 4 months ago and so far no problems. Love the room and got a steal on it.

Pros

Comfortable, like a luxury car

Cons

Tire vibration and brake pulsation since I bought it.

It's been back to the dealer 6 times in 1 1/2 months. They keep changing parts but nothing gets better. Their customer service rep wanted to give me a free oil change for my troubles. I'm just going to trade it for a Ford.

Pros

Comfort, Inside Detailing, XM Satellite Radio, Price

Cons

MPG, Semi-Rough Riding

I have had my new Silverado for a little over three weeks now. Overall, I like it very, very much. The price was fantastic given what I got for the money. The truck looks and rides great (mostly). It is a bit bouncy on rough pavement though. I have been averaging about 14.5 MPG around town. I haven't taken it out on the highway, yet, to get an MPG comparison in that regard. Some minor fit and finish issues: 1) The driver side door is slightly out of align with respect to the door behind it (maybe an eighth-inch or so). 2) The front of the bed with respect to the back of the cab is not completely centered (off by about a quarter-inch from driver side versus passenger side). I really didn't want the satellite radio when I got it, but most of the new trucks at the dealership have it. I drove the truck and listened to the XM radio for an hour or so the day I drove it off the lot, and now I can say that I will definitely be subscribing to it once my three-month trial expires. I have the 5.3L 295hp V8 engine, and I have found that the truck is quite peppy when I want it to be. Also, the quietness of the interior when cruising down the road is very impressive. I wouldn't hesitate for a second to buy another one; especially at the GMS pricing, which is still taking place for another week or so. Again, a very nice truck overall for the money spent....read morehide

Pros

Good fuel economy for a full size truck, 4WD is awesome, it rides/handles better than other trucks

I just bought one and I love it. I have a job that takes me off road from time to time and it's good to know I have a truck I can depend on to get me through, when I wander off the beaten path. It handles very well for a full size truck, and the ride is surprisingly smoothe considering its size. I can't tell you how much I love the fuel economy versus other brands' full size trucks. I also really like the space of a crew cab so when the day my wife and I have kids I won't have to buy a minivan. The fold down rear seats also create a lot more room in the back than other trucks that I saw or owned which gives the Silverado even more versatility. The crew cab is like buying a truck/SUV without actually buying an Avalanche. If you have the means, I highly recommend this vehicle. Plus, Chevy's hold resale value really well which will be nice when that day in the far, far future comes and I have to trade in this beauty for a new Z-71....read morehide

Pros

The truck has a good stereo system, looks great on the outside, interior is nice too.

Cons

Ride is a little rough but its a truck so what do you expect.

I really like the looks of the Z71 I got Sport Metallic Red more like a maroon color. The truck has lots of cup holders, a nice glove compartment. Chevy is giving great deals right now so the price was good.

Pros

Comfort is great, and appearance is great

Cons

a vibration when truck reaches between 45 and 50

I love my Z71 overall, but the only complaint that I have is that when the truck reaches speeds between 45 and 50 there tends to be a vibration near the back of the truck. It seems like it does this when the truck goes into overdrive. I've taken it to the dealer several times but they seem to have no solution!!! Other than this I very much enjoy my 2005 Z71....read morehide

Pros

Interior Cab, lots of leg and shulder room, great stock speakers & CD/Cass player, Good gas mileage.

Cons

GPS-Std. would be a good feature and a hard tonn. cover included.

Driving is what I do in construction sales, I am in trucks 16 hours a day, thousands of miles a month. I need to get into my truck, need reliable performance, comfort, and style for my clients and myself.
The Ride is solid, wheel hop can occur if it's on a curve on uneven pavement, but corrects it's self quickly. Good gas milage for a 5.3 liter motor and 4 speed automatic transmission with trailer gearing for hills.
This brand does not look like other mfg.
Range of colors, I have not driven Red for 25 years, good color GM.

I drive the 2WD, 4 door, crew cab, good cup holder in rear between the seats and acts like arm rest too....read morehide

Pros

Good looks!

Cons

Never need to use four wheel drive.

Well I test drove one about three weeks ago in a parking lot and fell in love with it. It is one of the smoothest riding trucks in the world. The crew cab option is so cool. Ever since Ford came out with the supercrew I have owned those and now that Chevy has a 1500 model I went and bought three of them in the same day. I thought they were going to just sell out the first day and never make them again. But that didnt happen....read morehide

Pros

Smooth Ride, Roomy and Comfortable

Cons

Sluggish Response, Body Roll and Underpowered

LS 4x4: Nice looking, great drive and ride. I had a 2000 Toyota Tundra that was very nimble and quick, but you could not tow much with it, not because of lack of power, but the truck was too light. Chevy is bigger with more room and better ride, but throttle must be to the floor to get the big truck going. I love the ride and the room, but handles like a tank....read morehide