[SEMA] Introducing the Chevrolet Silverado Cheyenne Concept

[Zane]

 

 

We're gearing up for a rocking week at SEMA and even though the show doesn't start until Tuesday, we're ready to start spilling the beans on what GM has up their sleeve for this year's show.

 

Now, we've all been hoping that the Silverado SS would eventually make a comeback but up until today things didn't look too good. It's not an SS, but the Silverado Cheyenne concept is a high-performance variant of the new 2014 Silverado that looks as if it isn't too far off from production.

 

Enjoy the news and check back tomorrow morning and all this week for more SEMA announcements

 

Silverado Cheyenne Concept Highlights

• Performance Oriented Regular Cab 2014 Silverado
• Equipped with a 420-horsepower 6.2L V8
• Focus on reducing weight
• Lowered ride-height and rear stabilizer bars
• Carbon-ceramic brakes from the Camaro Z/28
• Weight saving efforts reduced the Cheyenne's weight by 200lbs
• Z/28 inspired hood extractor vent
• Carbon-fiber front bumper and rear spoiler
• Light-weight aluminum drive-shaft
• Composite rear springs
• Spare tire, trailer hitch, interior console have been removed for weight savings
• Rides on 19-inch Camaro Z/28 wheels
• Recaro Seats
• Flat bottomed steering wheel similar to Camaro ZL1

“It is only a concept right now, but we are

continually exploring new ways to give Silverado customers more.” - Chris Perry

 

Official Press Release

 

Silverado Cheyenne Concept: Mini Mass, Max
Performance

 

 

LAS VEGAS – The Chevrolet Silverado Cheyenne concept vehicle to
be unveiled at the SEMA Show on Monday, Nov. 4, embraces the adage that less is
more. The performance-oriented version of the all-new 2014 Silverado regular
cab combines a reduced curb weight with the
performance of the new 420-horsepower 6.2L V-8 for a strong power-to-weight
ratio and exhilarating performance.

 

A lowered ride height, a rear stabilizer bar and
Brembo carbon ceramic brakes complement the Cheyenne concept’s high-performance
character with enhanced handling and braking capability.

 

“The Cheyenne concept explores the performance
possibilities of the all-new Silverado, which is already built on a
mass-efficient layout and delivers a greater balance of performance and
efficiency than any other full-size truck in Chevrolet’s history,” said Chris
Perry, vice president of Chevrolet marketing.

 

The unique lightweight features built into the
concept vehicle include carbon fiber replacements for the bumpers, tailgate and
inner cargo box, shaving approximately 200 pounds from the 4,503 pounds base
curb weight of a 5.3L-equipped Silverado regular cab with a 6’6” box.

 

Cheyenne designers matched the form of the
lightweight components with their low-mass function. The carbon fiber front
bumper includes racing-inspired ground effects styling complemented by carbon
body-side ground effects while the carbon fiber tailgate incorporates a spoiler.
The hood features a Camaro Z/28-inspired extractor vent.

 

The Camaro Z/28 Brembo carbon ceramic brakes save
more weight because the carbon ceramic-matrix rotors are significantly lighter
than conventional steel rotors. On the Camaro Z/28, for example, they save more
than 20 pounds – and it saves un-sprung weight, too, which enhances driving
performance with more immediate and direct handling. The truck rolls on
charcoal-painted 19-inch Camaro Z/28 aluminum wheels and high-performance
tires.

 

The Cheyenne diet removes the trailer hitch, spare
tire, interior center console and some of the sound-deadening material. The
truck also has a lightweight aluminum driveshaft and composite rear leaf
springs.

 

“Lightweighting is a time-honored method of making
the most of a vehicle’s performance which Chevrolet has demonstrated time and
again with vehicles like the original 2001 Corvette Z06 and the 2014 Camaro
Z/28,” said Perry. “And like those vehicles, the Cheyenne complements its lower
weight with more horsepower.”

 

The all-new EcoTec3 6.2L V-8 that powers the
concept truck is rated at 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque – the most
power in the light-duty truck segment. It’s unavailable in regular-production
Silverado regular cab models, giving the Cheyenne a 65-horsepower and 77 lb-ft
boost over the production 5.3L V-8. A Borla performance exhaust system adds an
authoritative note to the 6.2L’s output.

 

What remains is the Silverado’s production
six-speed automatic transmission, which features hill descent control, as well
as fuel-saving electric power steering and StabiliTrak electronic stability
control with hill start assist.

 

Inside, the Cheyenne’s performance theme is
conveyed with Recaro sport seats and a flat-bottom steering wheel, similar to
the steering wheel offered in the Camaro ZL1. Available safety features,
including lane departure warning, front and rear park assist and a rear-vision
camera, enhance safety without detracting from the truck’s performance.

 

All Silverado models feature a fully boxed frame that serves as the foundation for their
strength and capability. The main rails and major cross members are formed from
high-strength steel, providing a rigid base for maximum hauling capability.

 

“Elements such as high-strength steel in the frame and
body structure are found on all production models, while some also feature
aluminum suspension components, contributing to the Silverado’s everyday
performance. With the Cheyenne concept, we’ve taken the low-mass concept to a
new level – with exciting results,” Perry said.

 

“It is only a concept right now, but we are
continually exploring new ways to give Silverado customers more.”

 

FAST FACT: Cheyenne was introduced as a
premium Chevy truck trim level in 1971. The name also appeared a futuristic
2003 concept vehicle.

[tsbrewers]

not sure I like the name. For me cheyenne was a cheap version, like a work truck. Every Cheyenne I remember seeing on the road was a stripped down, rusty, regular cab truck and they normally have an old topper on them.

 

Even though I am not a huge fan of the new body style overall, that is a nice looking truck.

[clayp]

I like it! I happen to be in Vegas for business until Monday and am a bit miffed that I wasn't going to be able to catch any of SEMA

[AgDoctor]

Glad to see some innovation. Not really a fan of this pic but glad a 6.2 may be able to be had in a regular cab. Let's keep our fingers crossed for a raptor killer.

 

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[RyanbabZ71]

not sure I like the name. For me cheyenne was a cheap version, like a work truck. Every Cheyenne I remember seeing on the road was a stripped down, rusty, regular cab truck and they normally have an old topper on them.

 

Even though I am not a huge fan of the new body style overall, that is a nice looking truck.

 

FAST FACT: Cheyenne was introduced as a

premium Chevy truck trim level in 1971.

 

Also the carbon cermaic brakes will be EXPENSIVE! This would not be a daily driver truck for sure

[Badass69]

If they built it they could consider it competition for the Dodge Express which is also a cheapie truck. Good for an attempt at being quick over some overly portly loaded thing.

 

Another neat fact is Cheyenne only stayed top level trim in 71 until mid year when top level was replaced by Cheyenne Super. Cheyenne Super disappeared in 1975 and was replaced by the Silverado name.

 

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[Jsdirt]

Can't wait to see the sticker on this one ....

[SLT for me]

Good to see they're exploring new ideas but I wish they would go in the direction of making it more like a truck (off road capabilities) instead of more like a car.

[Zane]

Good to see they're exploring new ideas but I wish they would go in the direction of making it more like a truck (off road capabilities) instead of more like a car.

Don't worry about that. From what I've heard, GMC has something up their sleeve. Not for SEMA but maybe LA or Detroit.

[mike94silverado]

I think of Cheyenne and I think of Cheap Work truck...... (I'm 29, I know the history of the name too) They should have just called it SS, they should make a Package in Double cab and Crew. Dodge Does more Special editions than GM. that's sad. I was screwing around on Youtube yesterday and saw dealer videos from the 92 Syclone, Typhoon, and Sonoma GT Launches.... GM needs to do some more Sport Trucks from the factory.

I think of Cheyenne and I think of Cheap Work truck...... (I'm 29, I know the history of the name too) They should have just called it SS, they should make a Package in Double cab and Crew. Dodge Does more Special editions than GM. that's sad. I was screwing around on Youtube yesterday and saw dealer videos from the 92 Syclone, Typhoon, and Sonoma GT Launches.... GM needs to do some more Sport Trucks from the factory.

[mike94silverado]

AND, Last I checked Most dealers are still getting well above invoice for Raptors and they are commanding a premium on the used market this long after launch..... Dodge's Mopar add on kits haven't caught on like the factory built truck........ Halo trucks aren't a bad thing.

[Krausmotorsports]

I love the style!!! Calling it a Cheyenne. Yea not crazy as to what the name was designed for but I'll be looking for some swap parts to put on my truck like those wheels! If I had the $$ I'd buy it. I need to hit the lotto!

[Jsdirt]

I think of Cheyenne and I think of Cheap Work truck...... (I'm 29, I know the history of the name too) They should have just called it SS, .............

They already did that in the 90's with the 454SS. It was a pathetic excuse for a big block at a wimpy 230 HP, and tarnished the SS name, at least for me.

[SLT for me]

 

Don't worry about that. From what I've heard, GMC has something up their sleeve. Not for SEMA but maybe LA or Detroit.

That's good to hear, I assumed they would eventually. There's too much unchallenged market share heading to the raptor department. Lol

[Carder09]

Please GM, MAKE THIS TRUCK!!!!! It's been too long.