Originally tailored for the Brazilian market, the Chevy S10 has garnered increasing interest from the US market due to a rising demand for trucks of its size and price range in recent years. Set to rival the Ford Maverick, the upcoming 2025 Chevy S10 will boast various powertrain options and a revitalized exterior and interior, injecting fresh competition into the American utility truck segment.
Recent online renders provide a glimpse into the forthcoming S10’s redesign. Notable features include a modern, futuristic exterior design with prominent headlights and daytime running lights. However, the most intriguing update is the introduction of a new hybrid powertrain exclusively for the US market, signaling Chevrolet’s commitment to meet evolving consumer preferences for eco-friendly options in the truck segment.
2025 Chevy S10 Specifications
Chevrolet will offer the S10 with multiple engine options. hybrid, diesel, and gasoline. The 2.8-liter turbodiesel will be the same engine we find on the Brazilian market. This mill will produce up to 220 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. It will come with a six-speed manual gearbox and four-wheel drive. Next in line will be turbo gasoline, which will be available only in the US market. This 2.2-liter engine will produce up to 250 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque. This model will get an 8-speed automatic gearbox and be found in middle trim levels.
And the most interesting engine under the hood will be the hybrid one. It will work with the synergy of a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a small electric motor. The power that this combo will produce will be around 280 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque. Most importantly, it will offer up to 30 MPG of fuel efficiency, so it will make this model the go-to if you are looking for a fuel-efficient midsize truck. The towing capacity will be rated at 3500 pounds maximum for diesel trims and up to 2700 for other trims. The 1250 pounds will be payload capacity across the board.
2025 Chevy S10 Design
The design of the 2025 Chevy S10 is expected to be changed in the upcoming year. From the spy photos, we see that the new design will become more futuristic, with big front headlights and a unique grille design. The line of the truck will stay the same, and we don’t expect big changes on the rear end. Except for Tailight, which will receive a small revision. The 2025 model will bring new color options for the exterior and a new rim design.
The interior will also receive an overhaul. The previous models of the Chevy S10 gained popularity because of the well-made cockpit with plenty of space for passengers and their luggage. And the 2025 model will continue to follow this trend.
2025 Chevy S10 Z71
The Z71 is one of the most popular trims of the previous generation of Chevy S10. It is popular because it offers a lot of money. Standardly equipped, this model comes with a powerful engine under the hood, a reliable and powerful transmission, and impressive driving capabilities. Also, this model offers solid off-road performance. With all-wheel drive and rear-locking differential as part of the standard equipment. Also, it comes with underbody protection and side-rock guards. Some interesting upgrades will include premium color options and the ability to equip this model with off-road tires.
The cabin of this model will be well equipped. With a 9-inch infotainment system with all modern connectivity options, including Android Auto and Google Car Play, that will be paired with a 10-speaker system, it will entertain drivers and passengers.
This model will not lack safety features, and it will come with:
- Lane departure warning
- Lane-keeping assistance
- Automatic Breaking System
- Parking Sensors with a Rear View Camera
- Blind sport monitoring
- Cross-Trafic Warning
Price and Release Date
With a starting price of around $22,000, this model will be a direct competitor to the Ford Maverick. The price will rise to $34,000 for top-tier trim with all additional equipment chosen. The Z71 trim will start at $28.000 and go up to $31.000.
The official release date of the upcoming 2025 Chevy S10 has not been released, but according to our rumors, it will hit dealerships in Q3 of 2024.
We expect that this truck will achieve success in the US market thanks to good pricing politics and a good choice of engine that will offer good driving capabilities and impressive towing and acceleration numbers in this class. Also, the hybrid powertrain and models that will be equipped with this engine under the hood can achieve excellent sales because the market is demanding cheap working trucks with hybrid powertrains.
