This year could prove to be one of the most interesting in the last few years when it comes to new pickup vehicles. While every major manufacturer is preparing to unveil refreshed models for 2016, one model that is all-new and that should hit the market very soon is gaining lots of attention – the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne. The American manufacturer claims that this vehicle is completely new, even though it is heavily based on the current Silverado 1500.
2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne Exterior
In terms of design, the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne looks a lot like the Silverado 1500 currently on sale, but thanks to some small design updates and accents, Cheyenne looks like an upscale version of its brother. Reports that have been published online suggest that the American manufacturer plans to make the Cheyenne a lot lighter than Silverado in order to enable it to have better performance and better fuel economy at the same time.
2004 Cheyenne Concept shown
At this moment, there is no information about how Chevrolet actually plans to keep the weight down, but the most probable solution will be extensive use of lightweight materials like aluminum. The front of the car will be similar in shape and size to the one on Silverado 1500, but it will have a grille that is completely covered in chrome with chrome front bumper and chrome accents around headlights. The reports suggest that the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne will come with enormous 20-inch or 22-inch alloy wheels. The Cheyenne will have blue accents on the outside – like the name, blue lines across the exterior and blue detailing on the alloy wheels.
Interior
The American manufacturer has decided to create a unique interior for the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne, which should help it stand out in the pickup market. The interior was designed with luxury and functionality in mind, which means that the Cheyenne is aimed at a certain customer, rather than the whole market.
2004 Cheyenne Concept shown
The first thing you will notice when you take a look on the inside of the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne are the bucket sports seats covered in premium leather. Some rumors are suggesting that Chevrolet is working together with Recaro on the seats. Furthermore, Chevrolet plans to offer lots of equipment and high-tech features with the new Cheyenne – there will be a large touch screen display paired with a premium sound system.
Chevrolet Cheyenne 2016 Engine
No one can say for sure which engine does the American manufacturer plans to use in the upcoming 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne, however, experts believe that the most likely choice is the 6.2l V8 that produces 410 horsepower and around 620nm of torque. This engine will be paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Some unofficial data about the Cheyenne states that the pickup will be able to go from 0 to 60 mph in around 5.3 seconds!
2004 Cheyenne Concept shown
Price
The price is not yet known, but it is expected that the base version of 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne is expected to be around $40,000.
Release date
According to the official sources, 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne should go on sale in Summer of 2016, so we should sit and wait patiently till it happens.
While we wait for the official footage of Cheyenne take a look at the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne
Summary
In terms of design, the 2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne looks a lot like the Silverado 1500 currently on sale, but thanks to some small design updates and accents, Cheyenne looks like an upscale version of its brother. Reports that have been published online suggest that the American manufacturer plans to make the Cheyenne a lot lighter than Silverado in order to enable it to have better performance and better fuel economy at the same time.
Price: $40,000
