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2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.
Kelley Blue Book Value®
$3,644 - $10,753
Used Fair Purchase Price Range
MPG (up to)
N/A
Horsepower
300
Seats
3-6
4.27 Owner Reviews (11) Photos (3) Video Reviews (4) Compare Models & Features

Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Models & Trims

Work Truck - $3,644 - $5,387

Horsepower: 300 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8, Gas/Natural Gas V8
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 (in.) Steel
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

LS - $4,213 - $6,224

Horsepower: 300 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8, Gas/Natural Gas V8
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 (in.) Aluminum, Chrome
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio (Optional)
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

Base - $5,977 - $8,838

Horsepower: 300 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8
Standard Seating: Vinyl
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 (in.) Chrome, Steel
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

LT - $7,496 - $10,753

Horsepower: 300 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 (in.) Aluminum
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

Owner Reviews

4.27
5 star
45%
4 star
36%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%

Pulls like a champ, wet or dry.

My truck has never let me down. I have thrown her in ditches and mud up to her windows, and she pulled out like a champ. I have hauled trailers, rvs, and convex boxes with her, and she pulls with ease. I put a power over drive brake system in her for these occasions. Everything else is stock, from the motor and transmission all the way to the exhaust. I have owned her since 2014, and I have replaced the tires and the brakes twice, along with other preventative maintenance. All in all, she's a great truck, and I'll be broken hearted if I ever have to get another. I love my truck.
Jennifer J
Helpful

The most interesting thing on my truck is the different colored hood.

My car is in an alright condition! I recently just busted the windshield so that adds to the look! I like the features such as the radio and the air conditioning, those are the two things that have stuck with me for the long haul! The performance of my vehicle is also great, as I keep up on changing my oil, changing brake pads, etc.
Amber B
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado diesel engine.

The vehicle I drive the most is a 2003 Silverado with a Duramax engine. Never had any major issues, tows a 28 ft travel trailer with ease. Very slight change in accelerating when in tow package almost unnoticeable. Never had any major issues, kept up on scheduled maintenance.
Daryl F
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Crash Test Results: Front, Side & Rollover

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Safety Features

  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc *
  • Air bags, frontal, driver & right front passenger-inc: Passenger Sensing System
  • Daytime running lamps, includes automatic exterior lamp control *
* Optional Safety Feature

Safety Recalls (2)

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    Recall
    NHTSA Campaign:
    04V129
    Summary:
    On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the galvanized steel tailgate support cables that retain the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position may corrode, weaken, and eventually fracture. If both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. Anyone sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured could be injured by falling from the tailgate. On vehicles that have had the bumper removed, the tailgate may drop even lower. Additionally, if there is cargo on the tailgate the cargo may fall off if the support cables fracture.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the cables. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during the third quarter of 2004. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
  • .
    Recall
    NHTSA Campaign:
    04V045
    Summary:
    Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Passenger Car Brake Systems." Some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore. Consequently, the valve O-ring seal may fracture. Steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. Under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may also require an increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration.
    Remedy:
    Dealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during the second quarter of 2004. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; GMC at 1-866-996-9463; or Hummer at 1-866-486-6376.

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