The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD is a massive pickup truck from Chevrolet that’s perfect for anyone who needs a serious truck that can do some major hauling. Yet it doesn’t come without its drawbacks, namely its price. So just how much is the 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD, and is it worth its price tag?

How much is a 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD?

The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD price starts at $35,300. Seems pretty reasonable, doesn’t it? Well, that price can get a whole lot higher, and if you want it fully loaded, it’s going to. Opt for the Crew Cab with the Long Bed, for example, and you’re already up to $43,595. Make that a High Country with a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8 engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission and you’re looking at $76,595.

There are even premium colors. Iridescent Pearl Tricoat adds on $995. Add on the High Country Deluxe package for $1,965. This will give you some safety features like a rear camera mirror and safety alert seat as well as a technology package that includes a head-up display. It also has a safety package with forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.

You can take your Chevy Silverado 2500HD off-road

Let’s say that you haven’t decked out your truck quite enough. You can also add on a Z71 trim level for $325 that will give you hill descent control, off-road suspension, and skid plates. An interior convenience package will give you things like a console organizer and floor liners. There’s also a gooseneck hitch package, high idle switch, and a 220-amp alternator.

Want 20-inch chrome aluminum wheels? That’s almost $3,200. You can also get a power sunroof, power-retractable assist steps, and molded splash guards. If you add every single thing, you end up with a total cost of $$87,850. That’s more than twice as high as the beginning price on your Silverado 2500HD.

Is the Silverado 2500HD a good car?

The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD has “incredible tools for hard-working folks who need them,” writes Car and Driver. This is a truck for serious movers and haulers. Car and Driver ranks it third out of five heavy-duty pickup trucks. Unfortunately, Consumer Reports hasn’t rated the Silverado 2500HD, and that means it’s hard to get a clear view of just how good the heavy-duty Silverado is.

Consumer Reports does, however, give the new Silverado 2500HD a 4/5 for both predicted reliability and predicted owner satisfaction. In fact, the Silverado ranks first for reliability out of all of the big trucks. As far as the predicted owner satisfaction, current Silverado owners love the driving experience, comfort, and styling. Value, however, was less than average, at just 34/100.

Overall, the 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500HD might be a great fit if you need a heavy-duty work truck. With the ability to upgrade and add on to your truck with seemingly endless options and packages, you can customize the Silverado 2500HD to be your perfect truck. The real question is, will you be able to afford it?