Frequently you will discover that purchasers of the Chevrolet K2500 are quite excited about their purchase. The K2500 has held a position among the top of the K2500 line of truck for more than a generation. It is a significant truck, and the 2000 model is no different. The Chevrolet K2500 comes under the heading of standard cab pickup models that are exiciting.

2000 Chevrolet K2500 Base Specs

The K2500 Base is equipped with a General Motors 5.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

The fuel system for the 2000 K2500 is a Central SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 27.00 gallons.

The K2500 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the K2500 Base are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits 75.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 111.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $20,240 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,317. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Standard Cab Pickup.

There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 36,000/36 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The K2500 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of sixteen in-city driving and twenty one when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Chevrolet K2500

The 1999 model began the promise of the Chevrolet K2500. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the K2500 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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