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People choose a Chevy Silverado to explore off-road, take on adventures, and haul equipment over rough terrain. Specific models like the ZR2 and Trail Boss offer exclusive features that are custom-made for such tasks. Adventure lovers appreciate the Silverado's versatility and durability, leveraging its four-wheel drive system and various off-road packages to handle trails, farmland, and challenging conditions in and around Victorville. This guide explores the best Silverado trims for off-road and desert terrain, from the well-rounded Trail Boss to the ultimate off-road ZR2.
Silverado LT Trail Boss
Starting at an MSRP of $62,195, the LT Trail Boss trim features a standard TurboMax engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. A 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel or a 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8 engine is optional. It features a factory-installed two-inch suspension lift, the Z71 Off-Road Package, skid plates, Autotrac two-speed transfer case, and an automatic locking rear differential. It comes with all-terrain tires, making it perfectly suited for sandy and rocky desert trails.
A power tailgate makes it easy to access the back when your hands are dirty or full. Heated driver and front outboard passenger seats, plus a heated steering wheel, make it pleasant to tackle the off-road even in the chilly desert mornings. Other features include a 13.4-inch diagonal infotainment screen with Google built in for easy access to navigation on off-road trails.
Silverado Custom Trail Boss
With an MSRP of $55,395, the Custom Silverado Trail Boss off-road offers an excellent balance of capability and value. It's equipped with 18-inch high gloss black painted aluminum wheels and the same two-inch lift and Z71 Off-Road Package as the LT version, including the Autotrac transfer case and locking differential. It doesn't cut down on great features, though. Cargo bed lighting and the tailgate with EZ Lift assist are helpful when getting anything out of the back in low-light conditions.
Its Trailering Package includes a trailer hitch and various gear for towing. The Custom Convenience Package includes remote start and a rear-window defogger, which helps clear fog, condensation, or snow from the back window while you drive.
Silverado ZR2
Starting at an MSRP of $74,295, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 features are designed for maximum off-road excitement. It comes standard with the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel engine (the 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8 is available) and 10-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Precision shift and luxurious front bucket seats. It features Multimatic DSSV dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, a unique off-road bumper for improved approach angles, and large 33-inch all-terrain tires for tacking just about any terrain.
The ZR2's sophisticated suspension system and underbody skid plates make it the best Silverado for desert driving. The Technology Package, included in the trim, adds a rear camera mirror and a bed view camera for visibility behind you and a multicolor 15-inch head-up display for putting important information in your line of sight. It also comes with a power tilt and telescoping steering column and adaptive cruise control that helps reduce speed when heading through tricky terrain.
Key Off-Road Features Across Silverado Trims
All off-road Silverado trims benefit from Chevrolet's durability and tech, including hill descent control for maintaining a slow and steady pace on steep, uneven, or slippery downhill slopes. Trailering assist technology helps adjust traction control and steering to suit the terrain you're driving on, including improving stability when you're towing on rough surfaces like sand or gravel roads. The off-road assist function also controls the torque for better control at low speeds, such as when you're driving over rocks.
Silverado off-road packages also come with underbody skid plates to protect the engine, fuel tank, and transmission beneath the vehicle. They add an extra layer of defense against sharp rocks so the Chevy can slide over them instead of getting stuck or damaged. What's more, off-road calibrated traction and stability control systems are necessary for improving control, stability, and momentum when you're driving over loose surfaces like desert sand. It works to prevent wheelspin and helps your vehicle respond to different terrain.
These systems work together to tackle sand, rocks, and steep inclines you'll often come across in Victorville's desert environment. Optional features, such as off-road black assist steps, removable off-road assist steps, and high clearance steps, are available for prepping your vehicle for going off the beaten path. Optional rocker protection, also known as rock sliders or rocker guards, helps protect rocker panels from rocks or obstacles along the trail. They can even provide points for vehicle recovery, making them an essential upgrade for serious off-roading.
Conquer the High Desert with the Right Silverado
If you're choosing the Custom Trail Boss, the LT Trail Boss, or the ZR2, Chevy Silverado trucks offer unbeatable off-road performance for Victorville adventurers. Choose the best Chevy Silverado trims for off-road based on your budget and off-road demands, and enjoy exploring California's high desert with ease. Want to take a few for a test drive before you decide? Visit Victorville Chevrolet today and experience the various Chevy Silverado trims for yourself.
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