One of the main things this video shows is that half-tons have become the red-headed middle step child of the truck world. HD trucks are close on fuel economy, ride quality, and price, but have way more capability. Mid-size trucks have capability relatively close to half-tons and are easier to maneuver, drive and ride nicer, and are much cheaper. They made half-tons a jack of all trades, master of none, and way overpriced for what you're getting.
I completely agree. I think the only way a half ton makes sense is with the most fuel efficient engine option otherwise jump up to a 2500/3500 or down to a smaller truck.
@@trace6402Hey how are you liking the zr2. I’m between the zr2 and HC. Main thing is people are saying that zr2 is more for off-road driving than the HC. I will not be doing any off roading. But, what are your thoughts since you have the zr2? I love the look of the zr2.
@@CesarMartinez-er3vo they are so rare in my region that I had to order it. Probably won't get it until August. I watched a lot of videos on the ZR2 before I decided and many claimed the Mulimatic shocks with the sensitivity dampers on the ZR2 and AT4X ride as good as the HC and Denali. Wish I could verify that but haven't received it yet.
the shifter blocking the screen is on the GMC higher trim levels where the screen sits lower.....the AC vents are above the screen vs on the side...AT4 and above trims....silverado they all sit higher..... so funny the 1500 looks like a lil tacoma next to the HD version.....but too most the ZR2 half ton is a big truck, lol.....the capability of 2500 far surpasses any halfton and while you feel it driving its still not bad DD everyday....stiffer, steering is looser, turning radius longer and you can just tell your in a substatial truck....the digital variable steering on HD is night and day vs lower trims without it chevy absolutely killed it with ZR2 HD, best looking HD on the market even over the GMC....everything looks proportionate and the price for the gas is about the same as a loaded LTZ.....just add the tech pkg and its great....IDK how its cheaper than the 1500
That’s a really tough call. I think if I was towing regularly over 7000 or 8000 pounds at highway distance speeds I would probably steer towards the 2500 but I’m biased towards heavy duty trucks.
GM needs to stay with the column shifter on all Silverados and Sierras. Column shifter is the best option for a pickup truck.
Thanks for sharing
100%...had a dial in a RAM and hated it the more I drove it, super annoying
Clearly, the 1500 has a better glove box! Haha. Loving this series. Thanks!
Glad you like them!
You were out in my neck of the woods… I checked out a ZR2 at that dealer as well recently 😁
Awesome, Thank you for watching!!
One of the main things this video shows is that half-tons have become the red-headed middle step child of the truck world. HD trucks are close on fuel economy, ride quality, and price, but have way more capability. Mid-size trucks have capability relatively close to half-tons and are easier to maneuver, drive and ride nicer, and are much cheaper.
They made half-tons a jack of all trades, master of none, and way overpriced for what you're getting.
I completely agree. I think the only way a half ton makes sense is with the most fuel efficient engine option otherwise jump up to a 2500/3500 or down to a smaller truck.
What you save in fuel economy with a half ton you’ll pay out in repairs when AFM lifters fail and you have to replace your motor.
Spot on. Just traded in my wife's and mine 1500's for a Colorado and a 2500HD ZR2.
@@trace6402Hey how are you liking the zr2. I’m between the zr2 and HC. Main thing is people are saying that zr2 is more for off-road driving than the HC. I will not be doing any off roading. But, what are your thoughts since you have the zr2? I love the look of the zr2.
@@CesarMartinez-er3vo they are so rare in my region that I had to order it. Probably won't get it until August. I watched a lot of videos on the ZR2 before I decided and many claimed the Mulimatic shocks with the sensitivity dampers on the ZR2 and AT4X ride as good as the HC and Denali. Wish I could verify that but haven't received it yet.
Great series 👍🏻
Thank you for watching!
Ram shows way more info in their cluster and more configurable. I like both Ram and GM, just stating the facts.
i agree!
1500 6.2 is premium fuel where the 2500 is tuned for regular gas. I would go 6.6 gas all day especially the price
I agree!
1500 ZR2 has front lockers
Good point!!
Do either of these trucks have an option to drive in the right hand?😮😂😮
In Australia
HD needs a new diesel engine
I agree!
the shifter blocking the screen is on the GMC higher trim levels where the screen sits lower.....the AC vents are above the screen vs on the side...AT4 and above trims....silverado they all sit higher.....
so funny the 1500 looks like a lil tacoma next to the HD version.....but too most the ZR2 half ton is a big truck, lol.....the capability of 2500 far surpasses any halfton and while you feel it driving its still not bad DD everyday....stiffer, steering is looser, turning radius longer and you can just tell your in a substatial truck....the digital variable steering on HD is night and day vs lower trims without it
chevy absolutely killed it with ZR2 HD, best looking HD on the market even over the GMC....everything looks proportionate and the price for the gas is about the same as a loaded LTZ.....just add the tech pkg and its great....IDK how its cheaper than the 1500
Thanks for watching! I completely agree with you!
ZR2 HD is my pick as well!!! Great review!
Good choice! Thanks for watching!
Would you choose the 1500 zr2 or the 2500 hd zr2 duramax?
That’s a really tough call. I think if I was towing regularly over 7000 or 8000 pounds at highway distance speeds I would probably steer towards the 2500 but I’m biased towards heavy duty trucks.
Great! I love how this huge truck on 35 inch chunky tires has better mpg than my 4Runner on 33s 😂. Love this truck
Right on!