Gates Chevy World | Mishawaka, IN

Finding the Right Chevy Truck for Your Indiana Drive

At Gates Chevy World in Mishawaka, our team walks drivers through the full Chevy truck lineup every day, from midsize haulers to heavy-duty workhorses and the all-electric Silverado EV. Here's what each model offers and how to narrow it down.

Key Takeaways

• Chevrolet offers five pickups: Colorado, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, and Silverado EV.
• Max available towing ranges from 7,700 lbs. (Colorado) to 36,000 lbs. (Silverado 3500 HD), when properly equipped.
• The Silverado EV offers up to 478 miles of GM-estimated range, and four-wheel drive is standard.
• Your real towing and daily driving needs matter more than truck size.
• CarBravo used trucks come with a multi-point inspection, a vehicle history report, and completed safety recalls.

What Chevy Truck Models Are Available?

Midsize

Chevrolet Colorado

The midsize Colorado delivers truck capability without full-size bulk. Every 2026 Colorado uses the 2.7L TurboMax engine, with 310 horsepower and a best-in-class 430 lb.-ft. of standard torque. Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2 trims add off-road hardware.

Shop Colorado

Full-Size Light-Duty

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The Silverado 1500 is the full-size all-rounder, with four engines: the TurboMax, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, and 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel.¹ The Durabed offers 89.1 cu. ft. of standard cargo volume.

Shop Silverado 1500

Heavy-Duty

Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD

Step up to the 2500 HD when you tow heavy, often. The standard 6.6L V8 gas engine makes 401 horsepower, and the available Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 makes 470 horsepower.²

Shop Silverado 2500 HD

Heavy-Duty

Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD

The 3500 HD is Chevy's most capable pickup. Its available Duramax diesel delivers 975 lb.-ft. of torque, and with single or dual rear wheels available, it reaches a max available towing capacity of 36,000 lbs.³

Shop Silverado 3500 HD

Full-Size Electric

Chevrolet Silverado EV

The all-electric Silverado EV offers up to 478 miles of GM-estimated range, up to 12,500 lbs. of max available towing, and up to 10.2 kW of available offboard power.⁴

Shop Silverado EV

Here are the Chevy truck models in order by size, plus the electric option:

*When properly equipped. Ratings vary by configuration.

How Do You Know Which Chevy Truck Is Right for You?

Start with what you'll tow most often, not what you might tow once a year. Then factor in daily driving and how you'll use the cab and bed.

A Colorado suits drivers navigating the traffic in Mishawaka and South Bend who still want weekend capability. The Silverado 1500 handles most boats and campers. Pull a fifth-wheel regularly? The HD models give you the margin you need. And for Chevy trucks Indiana drivers can count on through lake-effect snow, four-wheel drive is available across the lineup and standard on the Silverado EV.

• Towing weight: Add trailer and cargo weight, then leave a buffer below the rating.
• Daily driving: Midsize parks easier; full-size offers more room.
• Fuel or charging: Diesel suits heavy towing; the EV suits drivers who can charge at home.
• Work use: Searching for "Chevy work trucks for sale near me?" Look at WT trims.

Should You Buy a New or Used Chevy Truck?

Both are smart choices, depending on budget and features.

Browsing "New Chevy trucks for sale near me" gets you the latest technology, a full factory warranty, and your choice of configuration. Shopping for "Used Chevy trucks for sale near me" can stretch your budget to a higher trim or a heavy-duty model.

What Are the Benefits of a CarBravo Truck?

CarBravo is GM's used-vehicle program, built to provide peace of mind. GM requires dealers to complete all safety recalls before a CarBravo vehicle is listed or sold, and benefits include:⁵

• A 126-point inspection for vehicles under 10 model years old with fewer than 100,000 miles
• A free vehicle history report
• Courtesy transportation if your vehicle needs warranty repair

Ready to Compare "Chevy Trucks for Sale Near Me?"

Explore our new, used, and CarBravo inventory, or contact us to schedule a test drive.

FAQ

¹ 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel: 305 hp / 495 lb.-ft. of torque. Source: chevrolet.com.

² 6.6L V8 gas: 401 hp. Available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8: 470 hp. Source: chevrolet.com.

³ Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner's Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. Source: chevrolet.com.

⁴ GM-estimated range on a full charge. Actual range may vary based on several factors, including ambient temperature, terrain, battery age and condition, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle. Source: chevrolet.com.

⁵ Program details per carbravo.com.