1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 4  1500 Regular Cab Short Bed | 2 of 4 1500 Regular Cab Long Bed | 3 of 4  1500 Extended Cab Short Bed | 4 of 4 1500 Extended Cab Long Bed | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $4,613 | $4,952 | $5,484 | $5,484 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG | City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG | City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG | City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 255 @ 4600 RPM | 255 @ 4600 RPM | 255 @ 4600 RPM | 255 @ 4600 RPM | ||
| Torque | 330 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 7,500 lbs | 10,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs | 7,500 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,656 pounds | 1,656 pounds | 1,656 pounds | 1,656 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 5.7 Liter | V8, 5.7 Liter | V8, 5.7 Liter | V8, 5.7 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,851 pounds | 3,915 pounds | 4,121 pounds | 4,360 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Torque | 330 @ 4600 RPM | 330 @ 4600 RPM | 330 @ 4600 RPM | 330 @ 4600 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 6 feet | 8 feet | 6 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3851 pounds | 3915 pounds | 4121 pounds | 4360 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 25 gallons | 34 gallons | 25 gallons | 34 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 39.9 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.7 inches | 41.7 inches | 41.7 inches | 41.7 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.6 inches | 6.6 inches | 6.6 inches | 6.6 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 194.5 inches | 213.4 inches | 217.5 inches | 236.6 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1656 pounds | 1656 pounds | 1656 pounds | 1656 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.4 inches | 65.4 inches | 65.4 inches | 65.4 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 39.8 feet | 39.8 feet | 39.8 feet | 51.6 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 117.5 inches | 131.5 inches | 141.5 inches | 155.5 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 76.8 inches | 76.8 inches | 76.8 inches | 76.8 inches |
FAQs
Does the 1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks have a turbo?
No, the 1997 1500 Trucks does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 1997 1500 Trucks specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks specs page.
Is the Chevrolet 1500 Trucks underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 1997 1500 Trucks trim variations have 255 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1997 1500 Trucks specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks specs page.
How much horsepower does a 1997 1500 Trucks have?
All 1997 1500 Trucks trim variations have 255 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1997 1500 Trucks specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Chevrolet 1500 Trucks specs page.