When Chevrolet unveiled the 2020 Silverado HD last month, it didn’t show any photos of the the truck’s interior. As such, the massive truck’s cabin has yet to be seen… until now. GM Authority managed to get a photo of the new Heavy Duty truck’s cabin during a recent media briefing – and we’re bringing you the first look here.
The image below, obtained by our staff, confirms the fact that the 2020 Silverado HD interior is identical to that of the 2019 Silverado 1500. We thought as much last May, when spy photos showed the 2020 Silverado HD interior looking eerily similar to that of the new Silverado.
The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD – comprised of 2500HD and 3500HD models – is a colossal beast of a truck. It is so big that Chevy integrated a BedStep to make it easier to access the bed from the side. It joins the CornerStep rear bumper to make accessing the truck’s bed an easier task.
The upcoming Heavy Duty rides on the all-new GM T1 platform and features an all-new exterior design that builds on the design aesthetic of the 2019 Silverado 1500, while making it even bolder on a much larger footprint. But the 2020 Silverado HD weighs less than its predecessor thanks to its mixed-material construction, which includes weight-saving measures in both the frame and panels. Its roll-formed bed is also stronger than that of the outgoing model.
The 2020 Silverado HD is powered by an all-new, direct-injected gasoline engine that is paired to a six-speed transmission. The 6.6L V8 gasoline engine is expected to make around 400 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque, though no official figures have been provided just yet. The second engine is the 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 L5P mated to an all-new 10-speed Allison transmission, which isn’t exactly an Allison. The duo is expected to deliver 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque. Exact specifications and details pertaining to the powertrain will become available as Chevrolet discloses them.
While we don’t have official info on the cabin, we now know that the 2020 Silverado HD interior mimics that of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. This means an additional 3 inches of legroom on Crew Cab models, as well as a taller seating position. The interior also features the next-generation Chevrolet infotainment system and a slew of goodies, including new towing and trailering technologies.
The 2020 Silverado HD will be built at the GM Flint Assembly plant in Flint, Michigan. It will go on sale in North America including the United States, Canada, and Mexico, in mid-2019.
Stay tuned to GM Authority for more Chevrolet news coverage and Silverado news updates.
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It might feel good in person, but this two-tone material stuff with the ugly shade of different colored panels here and there... the bronze accents... and even the wood accents looks like complete crap.
Amen brother! THe last few years in the cars, tahoe and suburban the two toned interior colors are gross.
I like the two tone interior!
I really like the coco dune interior in my GMC Canyon!
Nothing special.
In my opinion GM should at least improve the quality materials use in all high end Silverado models both 1500 and 2500. However, this is for GM engineers. Why the hell would you produce a bigger truck with the same power output?
The GM twins with such a deficit in the interior appearance department, should at least introduce these large 2500s with about 480 bhp and 1000 lb-ft, in order to put their competitors under some type of pressure.
So please, don't screw up these trucks at launch by staying behind in every single category. At least give them the advantage on power until you can address the other deficits now plaguing this model.
Huh? It’s a bigger truck that is A LOT lighter than before with higher power on the gas version and the same power on the diesel model.
One should also consider that being first and highest capability and whatever other on paper metric does not make for a best-selling vehicle, or guarantee other forms of commercial success.
Case in point: Toyota Tacoma... and the Ford F-Series Super Duty. The Ford SDs only recently became decent and on par with the GM HD models... but they have outsold GM 2:1 for the past two decades, despite GM having the better truck, objectively.
I'd say you're both right here. The new HDs may still pull better, and had better get a bragging rights worthy new tow rating, but the name "Best in Class" stays in people's minds and should be pursued by GM. While being first in a paper metric doesn't make for a best selling vehicle, it's important to mention something since you brought up the Super Duty outselling GM 2:1. GM has not had more power and torque than the Power Stroke since the days of the 6.0 and 6.4.
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GM uses the same material as ram and ford, same plastic, same letherette. Now, honestly, let's look at why it's more obvious in the Silverado. Chevy uses a brighter black with more sheen, and the center console has a higher profile and thinner lid. The higher profile is more ideal for arm rest, and the thin lid maximises storage beneath and is lighter. Both are positives. I like the layout myself, and the materials in the Silverado are more durable. I don't see it as a problem nessecairilly
ProCharge it from the factory.
Wow they just don't get it on the interior thing.
This truck is ridiculously ugly. No way in hell would I ever buy something that looks this bad. My first thought on seeing this truck " You gotta be kidding me"!
When I first saw the picture I thought it was April fools but then relized its only January! I am a lifelong chevy truck guy and I would not be caught dead in this front end redesign! Looks like I will be keeping my 2016 3500HD Duramax a long time!!!! They will not be gaining market share with this ugly ass truck. SAD VERY SAD
First rule of design: "... just because you CAN, doesn't mean you SHOULD..."
The front end of this truck looks something like off of the national lampoon's vacation movie. As a lifetime GM fan, I was really hoping they would not go through with this design.
re: >> ...The front end of this truck looks something like off of the national lampoon’s vacation movie..<<<
That would be the beautiful: "Wagon Queen Family Truckster" And with all of the parking lights, fog lights and especially the "tri-headlights" all over the front of it, the "family" resemblance between the two vehicles makes you wonder...
My ford freind thinks it's a great look. Your opinion isn't everyone else's.
Not everyone has good taste!!!!!
Fake wood that looks it cheapens the appearance of any vehicle; this is true in 2019 as it was in 1985. I'm surprised that people still go for that all, no matter the price range.
Plastic made to look like aluminum or chrome is a different story. Imagine ersatz aluminum or chrome inserts where the 'wood' is in the above pic. Would look better, no?
The silver or bronze trim is just cheaply painted plastic, even in this High Country trim. You can make plastic look like metal quite convincingly (see Mazda), but GM goes the cheap route. The woodgrain looks like bad 1970s contact paper you'd line your cupboards with. The saddle-colored patches of premium trim don't hide the sea of molded black plastic everywhere. The whole look screams "Rubbermaid".
Wood grain PLASTIC looks cheap and rather disgusting but the real grain wood in the Ram Limited looks great. The Limited in general puts all others to shame. After seeing the equally priced Denali pump out the same interior except some different piping and badges I have to say GM still doesn't get it. for 100k CAD (or more) you need to start putting out proper interiors, update the motor, etc. I will be holding on to my truck until they decide to wake up. If not I'll go purchase the Cummins Limited in a year or two.
While I don't see myself ever buying anything but a single cab in the lowest or second lowest trim, this interior still doesn't impress me. All I want is a good ride, nice seats, a rubber floor, and an easy to clean dash that won't crack with as few nooks and dust gathering spots as possible. But I know people who expect a lot more.
I've seen the interior in it's 1500 form. I like it. Prefer the GMC front end over this version of the Silverado. What I do question, and what does disappoint me is moving away from the Allison designed transmission. It's bullet proof and has a great reputation, even amongst the tuner crowd. To put this under performing 10 speed rated for 740 foot pounds transmission behind a motor putting out 910 foot pounds seem ludicrous. They scared me into ordering 2 years early to replace my current 2500HD. I want that proven transmission. I question the numbers in this article and the information offered. They've previously said the 2020 HD will have an again, totally newly re-designed Duramax replacing the L5P. They only quoted 910 foot pounds of torque stating HP numbers have not yet been released. i guess until it becomes official, we're all just throwing darts at a spinning wheel. Only time will tell.