Chevrolet has introduced its newest competitor in the premium off-road truck market against Dodge and Ford, the Silverado ZR2 Bison. This special edition model is definitely a step up compared to other versions of Silverado. However, it doesn’t sound as impressive as its direct rivals, the Ram 1500 TRX and the Ford F-150 Raptor. While I like the direction Chevy is taking Silverado, it’s not quite there yet.
Scott Bell, Vice President of Chevrolet, said in a statement:
“Our most recent partnership with AEV resulted in the highly acclaimed Colorado ZR2 Bison. We’re excited to partner again to bring customers the next chapter of Chevrolet’s off-road dominance, this time on the Silverado. 2023 Silverado ZR2 Bison ushers in the pinnacle of the nameplate’s off-road capabilities. “
The ZR2 Bison is Silverado’s off-road pinnacle, but the bowtie brand is still far from off-road dominance. The Bison has the same 6.2-liter V8 petrol engine as the ZR2 – the engine produces 420 hp and 460 lb-ft. of torque. This is quite overwhelming when Ford will put in The 5.2-liter turbocharged V8 in the F-150 Raptor R. The gap between the ZR2 Bison and its rivals is considerable. Both Raptor R and Dodge Ram 1500 with motor produces at least 700 horsepower and over 600 pound-feet of torque.
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Though, the Silverado ZR2 Bison has a legitimate reason to be in the same conversation as the other pinnacle off-road trucks. Like the Colorado ZR2 Bison, this model was designed in collaboration with American Expedition Vehicles, the premium off-road aftermarket manufacturer. From AEV stamped steel front and rear bumpers with heavy-duty recovery points, to boron steel skid plates and steel rocker panel protection, this Silverado was hardened to traverse rough terrain. The ZR2 Bison will also feature slightly improved front approach and departure angles.
AEV CEO and Founder Dave Harriton said:
“The Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 Bison is the ultimate half-ton truck for backcountry adventures. The Silverado ZR2 Bison checks all the boxes — robust stamped steel bumpers, complete underbody protection, a factory-tuned off-road suspension, and locking differentials front and rear. We are confident off-road enthusiasts are going to love this truck.”
The Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 Bison is a good start for Chevrolet, but it will to have to use this special edition model as a base to improve on going forward. The Silverado ZR2 Bison will have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $78,490 and enter production in early 2023.
