Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine Options: What Is The Difference? Find Out

Explore The New Chevy Silverado 1500 Engine Horsepower, Torque, Towing, Payload, And Fuel Economy 

The new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a four engine options. Each engine is equipped with an active fuel management system, and  automatic stop/start. Here's a quick lineup of the new Chevy Silverado 1500 engine options: 
  • 2.7-liter  TurboMax™ 4-cylinder engine 
  •  5.3L EcoTec®3 V8 engine 
  • 6.2L EcoTec®3 V8 engine 
  • Duramax® 3.0L 
Turbo-Diesel
Browse below  for an in-depth review. 
TurboMax™ engine
 Engine  2.7-liter I-4 TurboMax™ engine
 Horsepower  310 horsepower 
 Torque  430 lb.-ft. of torque 
 Max Towing  9,600 lbs.m,
 Payload  2,260 lbs. 
 Transmission  8-speed automatic transmission 
 Availability  WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT,  

Chevrolet Silverado TurboMax™ engine

The 2.7-liter I-4 TurboMax™ engine comes standard with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT, Custom, Customer Trail Boss, and LT.  At peak performance, the 2.7-liter I-4 TurboMax™ engine can get up to 310 horsepower and 430 lb.-ft. of torque, which makes it perfect for  plowing through snow, and traverse terrain. 

When it comes down to towing, the 2.7-liter I-4 TurboMax™ engine's max towing capacity of 9,000 lbs and max payload of 2,260 lbs.  make it perfect light-duty hauling. 

In terms of efficiency, the Chevrolet Silverado 2.7-liter I-4 TurboMax™ engine uses advanced technology to help you spend more time on the go and less time at the pump. 
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine
 Engine  5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine
 Horsepower  355 horsepower 
 Torque  383 lb.-ft. of torque 
 Max Towing  11,600 lbs.
 Payload  2,180 lbs. 
 Transmission  10-speed automatic transmission 
 Availability  High Country,  

If you are looking for the best way to step it up, opt for the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine mated with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Boasting with a max towing capacity of 11,600 lbs, and a max payload of 2,180 lbs. the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 sets the stage for performance. It also comes  standard with 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque. That's more than enough power to tackle your next heavy-duty tow. Not to mention, the new 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine comes standard in the Chevrolet Silverado High Country and available with the WT 4WD, LT 4WD, Custom Trail Boss 4WD, RST 4WD,  and  LT Trail Boss 4WD.
6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine
 Engine  6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine
 Horsepower  420 horsepower 
 Torque  460 lb.-ft. of torque 
 Max Towing  13,300 lbs.
 Payload  2,030 lbs. 
 Transmission  10-speed automatic transmission 
 Availability  RST (Crew Cab 4x4), LT Trail Boss, LTZ (4x4), ZR2 and High Country (4x4)

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine

Talk about power. The new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine hits the ground running with 420 horsepower, and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. Paired with an 10-speed automatic transmission, the  Chevrolet Silver 1500  6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine can successfully achieve a max towing capacity of 13,300 lbs. , and a max payload of 2,030 lbs.  And if that's not enough, the new  6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine also comes standard with Dynamic Fuel Management and Automatic Stop/Start. This engine available with the RST (Crew Cab 4x4), LT Trail Boss, LTZ (4x4), ZR2 and High Country (4x4). 
Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
 Engine  Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
 Horsepower  305 horsepower 
 Torque  495 lb.-ft. of torque 
 Max Towing  13,300 lbs.
 Payload  1,960 lbs. 
 Transmission  10-speed automatic transmission 
 Availability Standard on ZR2. Available on Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ and High Country

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

        The new Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Chevrolet Silverado 1500 delivers  the ultimate combination of  power, capability, and efficiency. This vehicle comes standard with 305 horsepower, 495 lb.-ft. of torque, and a max towing capacity of 13,300 lbs. Come to think of it, the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel also comes standard with a max payload of 1,960 lbs. As a result, the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is perfect driving long distance, hauling boats, trailers, and heavy-duty loads. But don't just take our word for it. See for youself. 

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Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Test Drive Today

Now that you have read about the new Chevrolet Silverado engine specs and configurations, it's time to schedule a test drive. Make  your way down to Chevrolet of Wayzata and schedule a test drive. We carry a huge selection of Chevrolet Silverado trims and engine options. Whether yoiu're looking for Silverado with a V8 engine or a 4-cylinder engine, there's something here for everyone. We also carry the new new Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The choice is yours.