2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71: Off-Road-Ready Features and Upgrade
When you think of the Silverado 1500 Z71, you may think it’s just another pickup, but it’s anything but that. This package makes any Silverado 1500 that it’s added on to, and turns it into an off-road beast. Let’s explore the off-road capabilities of the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71.
Key Takeaways:
- The Z71 is made for those who want a truck that is capable of work, and fun.
- Being that it is a package, you don’t have to forfeit features, and instead you can go for whatever trim level you desire.
- This package will last you the lifetime of your truck, making the $1,250 price tag worth it.
What's the difference between a Silverado 4x4 and a Z71?
The difference is that one is a driving mode, while the other is a package.
Looking at the Silverado platform, both the 4x4, and Z71 work in tandem in some ways. While the 4x4 is available to all trim levels of Silverado, if you equip your truck with the Z71 Off-Road package, you unlock some driving features that help you. This package comes with a 2-speed auotrac transfer case. The modes that this comes with are 2WD HI, 4WD auto, 4WD HI, and 4WD LO.
Is the Silverado Z71 package worth it?
Yes, the Silverado Z71 package is worth it.
If you’re planning on hitting the trails in your Silverado, then the Z71 package is a must with Car and Driver noting that it “comes with a host of upgraded hardware that makes playing in the dirt and mud easier and more fun.”
This package comes in at $1,250. It will help keep your truck safe, and give you the best features available to conquer the great outdoors with ease.
Some features that you will find in this package are skid plates. These will help the important underbody of your truck. The Z71 also comes with new tires that will get larger with the higher trim level it’s attached to.
While there’s features you can see, you may wonder what makes the Z71 so good for off roading. That’s thanks to features you can’t see. One of the best features is the heavy-duty air filter. This helps keep your air intake clean to make sure that your truck runs at full power.
The Z71 isn’t all about performance, as Chevy knows that sometimes looks are good too. This will give your truck a dual-outlet exhaust. This comes with polished outlets that are integrated into the rear bumper. The muffler and tailpipes are made of aluminized stainless-steel. Giving the truck a unique, and tough appearance.
How long will a Chevy Z71 last?
The Z71 will last at least 36,000 miles.
Being that the Z71 isn’t a specific trim, but a package, it will receive the same warranty that is available across the board for the 1500 lineup.
When you pull your truck off of the lot, you’re covered in a few ways. The first one being a limited warranty that will cover you for three years of 36,000 miles. While the second one is a powertrain warranty that will cover five years, or 60,000 miles.
What Happens if Your Truck Needs Maintenance?
If maintenance is needed for your truck, you’re in luck because your first visit is complimentary, making it even easier to start one top of your vehicle’s needs.
If you’re wondering who the Z71 is made for, come see us here at Banner Chevy and we’ll show you. If you’re wanting your next dream truck that is capable both on the road, and off, swing in by.