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Does buying a 2014 Silverado Hybrid make financial sense? The work-oriented 1HY 2WD has a sticker price of $39,890; the 2014 4WD is priced starting at $43,265. The uplevel 2HY 2WD starts at $46,670 and jumps to $60,045 with 4WD. Both have a high content of standard features, and the hybrid powertrain adds roughly $3,500 to a comparably equipped non-hybrid pickup, which returns just 15 mpg city/21 mpg highway and a combined 17 mpg. Racking up 15,000 miles a year, the hybrid system saves about 175 gallons of gasoline annually. With unleaded fuel again around $4.00 per gallon ($4.09 in the Seattle metro area), that’s a yearly savings of $700.
When comparing the 2014 Silverado Hybrid’s price with other trucks, whether they’re Chevys or other brands, it’s important to look at the features, not just the base price. The 1HY is standard equipped with such niceties as Bluetooth, dual-zone climate control, and a trailering package. Upgraded 2HY models add a standard navigation system, Bose premium stereo and leather seating. So, if a pickup priced in the $40,000 to $45,000 range is what you are looking for, the 2014 Silverado Hybrid is worth a look.
