2012
Chevrolet Silverado 2500

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$34,655
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Available trims

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  • 2WD Reg Cab 133.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $29,100
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,704 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab 144.2" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $31,030
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,506 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Ext Cab 158.2" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $31,225
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,404 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab 133.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $32,055
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,580 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Reg Cab 133.7" LT
    Starts at
    $32,205
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,704 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 153.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $33,035
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 167.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $33,230
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,291 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab 144.2" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $33,985
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,222 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab 158.2" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $34,180
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,129 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab 144.2" LT
    Starts at
    $34,655
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,506 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab 158.2" LT
    Starts at
    $34,850
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,404 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Reg Cab 133.7" LT
    Starts at
    $35,355
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,580 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 153.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $35,990
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,124 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 167.7" Work Truck
    Starts at
    $36,185
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,375 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 153.7" LT
    Starts at
    $36,550
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Crew Cab 167.7" LT
    Starts at
    $36,745
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,291 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Ext Cab 144.2" LT
    Starts at
    $37,950
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,222 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab 158.2" LT
    Starts at
    $38,145
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,129 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 153.7" LT
    Starts at
    $39,845
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,124 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab 144.2" LTZ
    Starts at
    $39,925
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,506 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 167.7" LT
    Starts at
    $40,040
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,375 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab 158.2" LTZ
    Starts at
    $40,120
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,404 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 153.7" LTZ
    Starts at
    $42,395
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 167.7" LTZ
    Starts at
    $42,590
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,291 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Ext Cab 144.2" LTZ
    Starts at
    $43,075
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,222 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab 158.2" LTZ
    Starts at
    $43,270
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,129 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Crew Cab 153.7" LTZ
    Starts at
    $45,545
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,124 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 167.7" LTZ
    Starts at
    $45,740
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,375 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,000 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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Notable features

Mild styling revisions
New White Diamond Edition, Custom Sport Truck Package
Available updated navigation radio
Available dealer-installed Wi-Fi system
Available heated and cooled seats
Available hybrid version

The good & the bad

The good

Overall range of power, looks, utility and comfort
Excellent towing manners, plenty of pulling power
Standard side curtain, side-impact airbags
Available 6.2-liter V-8

The bad

6.2-liter V-8 fuel economy
Interior fit, finish and features lag behind Ram and Ford pickups
Diesel V-8 not offered on light-duty trucks
Lacking a strong entry-level, fuel-efficient V-6
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

74% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.3
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.3

Most recent

By craig randle from vancouver bc
Owns this car
July 12, 2022

great truck

this truck is tough, and is so reliable that my mechanic is surprised to see me my motorcycles and trucks and my SUV,s have to be reliable, or i dont own them Honda motorcycles, a Nissan suv and my chevy silverado 2500hd cheers!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Randall828 from Wentzville
Owns this car
April 28, 2021

Best truck i've owned!

This truck is great Chevy 2500HD Duramax Allison 4x4 crew cab it drives great runs like a scalded dog all this and looks great too! Need i say anything else?
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?

The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • LT (10 styles)
  • LTZ (8 styles)
  • Work Truck (10 styles)

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Is the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 reliable?

The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has an average reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 owners.

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. 74.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.3

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