2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ

The Silverado 1500 is Chevy's full-size pickup, the one most people cross-shop with the Ford F-150 and Ram 1500. It rides like a proper truck, with a solid feel over bumps and a confident stance on the highway. The cabin is straightforward and built to work, with plenty of room up front and a simple layout that's easy to live with. You get a real bed out back, and the available crew cab gives you space for five adults and their gear. The LTZ adds leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, and upgraded audio over the LT, making it the luxury-oriented choice in the Silverado lineup. Under the hood is a 5.3L V8 making 315 horsepower, paired with a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, so it pulls hard when you need it and handles slippery roads with ease. The LTZ's standard automatic locking rear differential helps you get traction in mud or snow without having to flip a switch.