“Truck is very solid, powerful for towing, and has all the safety features I feel are most important. Integrated towing features work well.”
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is a major mid-cycle refresh that brings a redesigned cabin and front end. This is a meaningful update rather than a carryover year.
About the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
4th generation Silverado HD (2020-present), mid-cycle refresh year for the 3500 HD.
Chevrolet positions the Silverado 3500 HD as the heavy-duty Silverado for people who need serious hauling and towing strength without giving up everyday usability. The core draw is configuration range: it can be a basic work truck, a better-equipped tow rig, or a premium long-distance hauler. Chevy leans hard on big-truck capability, trailering confidence, camera help, and easier-to-use tech, so the model’s identity is practical strength first, with comfort and towing convenience layered in as you move up the range.
The Work Truck remains the straightforward job-site model, with durable vinyl surfaces, a 7-inch touchscreen, and core towing hardware. LT and higher trims feel much more modern thanks to a 13.4-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch driver display, while LTZ adds leather and comfort features. High Country tops the range with premium leather, real wood trim, Bose audio, and surround-view cameras.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 6.6-liter gas V8 is paired with an Allison 10-speed automatic for 2024, putting the full lineup on a 10-speed transmission. The Duramax diesel rises to as much as 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque.
Styling
Chevrolet redesigned the front end with a new grille, bumper, hood details, and updated lighting.
Safety
Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Departure Warning, and Following Distance Indicator become standard across the lineup.
Tech
LT, LTZ, and High Country receive a redesigned dashboard with a 13.4-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital driver display. Chevrolet also expands the truck's towing technology.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 6.6 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter | V8, 6.6 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter | V8, 6.6 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter | V8, 6.6 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd Allison | Automatic, 10-Spd Allison | Automatic, 10-Spd Allison | Automatic, 10-Spd Allison |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 401–470 hp | 401–445 hp | 401–470 hp | 401–445 hp |
| Torque | 464–975 lb-ft | 464–910 lb-ft | 464–975 lb-ft | 464–910 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 16000–31500 lb | 21510–21600 lb | 16000–31500 lb | 21200–21300 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2–43.4 in | 43.4 in | 35.2–43.4 in | 43.4 in |
| Seats | 3–6 | 6 | 3–6 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||
| Side Steps | ||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 a carryover from 2023?
No. The 2024 Silverado 3500 receives a substantial mid-cycle update with new front styling, a redesigned cabin on LT and higher trims, powertrain revisions, and broader standard safety equipment.
What changed under the hood for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
The 6.6-liter gas V8 moves to an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission, while the Duramax diesel increases to as much as 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque.
Which 2024 Silverado 3500 trims have the redesigned dashboard and larger screens?
LT, LTZ, and High Country have the redesigned dashboard with a 13.4-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital driver display. The Work Truck uses a simpler cabin with a 7-inch touchscreen.
What safety features became standard on the 2024 Silverado 3500?
Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Departure Warning, and Following Distance Indicator became standard across the 2024 Silverado 3500 lineup.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.
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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
(224 reviews)
“Reliable transportation. Strong and does the work that I need for it to do without issues.”
“Great truck for hauling and towing. Not comfortable for long trips. Sound system not great.”