Chevy Silverado Engines: Performance & Specs

When St. Michael drivers need a powerful pickup for the jobsite or their favorite off-roading adventures, many turn to the Chevy Silverado lineup! Consisting of the versatile Chevy Silverado 1500 and the performance-driven Silverado HD lineup, there’s plenty of capability to be found when you choose one of the Silverado trucks. 

Driving this performance is the wide range of engine options under every Chevy pickup’s hood, from impressive V8 engines to high-torque diesel engines. Get all the details about what kind of Chevy engines you can find on the Silverado 1500 and the Silverado HD with this guide from Cornerstone Chevrolet.

Chevy Engines for the 2023 Silverado 1500

Of all the Chevy Silverado models, the Silverado 1500 boasts the largest selection of Chevy performance engines in the lineup. There are three gas engines available and one diesel engine, all of which offer varying horsepower and torque to suit your Buffalo lifestyle. What diesel engine does Chevy use on the Silverado 1500? Find out below in our breakdown of the available Chevy Silverado 1500 engines:

Chevy 2.7L Turbo Engine

Chevy has made some fine trucks in its day, and with the advent of their newest 2.7L Turbo option, it gets even better. The 2.7L Turbo engine has been a mainstay of the Chevy Colorado and Chevy Silverado 1500 in the past, but now, it’s gotten a boost in torque and it’s ready to thrill you in Big Lake and St. Michael. Is the Chevy 2.7L Turbo a good engine? It offers tons of power at a great price, so we certainly think so! There’s plenty to love when you bring one of these trucks home, and Cornerstone Chevrolet has a great guide headed your way!

Chevy 2.7L Turbo Engine Facts

The Chevy 2.7L Turbo specs have been updated starting in model year 2023. The Chevy 2.7L Turbo reviews from many major automotive reviewers have noted that it’s gotten more torque. This engine has the old 2.7L Turbo’s 310 hp, but starting with model year 2023, you get an upgrade to 430 lb-ft of torque. You’ll also get a Chevy 2.7L Turbo towing capacity of 9,500 pounds, perfect for a lot of tough jobs in Buffalo. There’s also 2,150 pounds of payload to go around when you have the right towing equipment.

2.7L Turbo High-Output Engine

• 310 hp
• 430 lb-ft of torque
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• 9,500-pound max towing capacity

5.3L EcoTec3 V8

• 355 hp
• 383 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 11,000-pound max towing capacity

6.2L EcoTec3 V8 

• 420 hp
• 460 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 13,300-pound max towing capacity

DuraMax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6

• 305 hp
• 495 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 13,300-pound max towing capacity

Chevy Engines for the 2023 Silverado HD Lineup

The Chevy Silverado HD lineup consists of two models, the Chevy Silverado 2500 and the Chevy Silverado 3500. No matter which of these Silverado models you choose, you’ll have the same engine options on each: one V8 gas engine and one V8 Turbo-Diesel engine. See the different specs for each below to determine which will give you the performance you need for the Big Lake jobsite:

6.6L V8 

• 401 hp
• 464 lb-ft of torque
• 6-speed automatic transmission
• 17,370-pound max towing capacity

DuraMax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8

• 445 hp
• 910 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 36,000-pound max towing capacity

See All the Chevy Performance Engines in Action at Cornerstone Chevrolet!

Reading about all the Chevy Silverado engines is great, but nothing can beat hearing them roar! Contact Cornerstone Chevrolet online or at (763) 210-3991 to set up a test drive of your favorite Silverado equipped with the engine you need for all your Monticello drives. If you’d like to learn more about the Silverado lineup, or any other Chevy vehicles, check out our Chevy Research Hub. There, you’ll find all the information you need about your favorite Chevy trucks or SUVs so you can make an informed purchasing decision with Cornerstone Chevrolet!