Chevy Silverado Diesel Engine Options

When you think of a truck, you’ll probably think of a Chevy. One of the most iconic Chevy trucks of all is the Chevy Silverado, a smart and durable workhorse. Now, let Woodhouse Chevrolet take you through the engine options for this classic truck, including the optional Chevy Silverado diesel.

2.7-Liter Turbo

The baseline Chevy Silverado engine comes standard on the LT and RST trims and features:

• 310 horsepower and 348 ft-lb of torque
• Power runs through an 8-speed automatic transmission
• Auto start/stop technology
• Can tow up to 9,300 pounds

4.3-Liter EcoTec3 V6

This version comes standard on the Work Truck, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss trims:

• 285 horsepower and 305 ft-lb of torque
• Powers through a 6-speed automatic transmission
• Can tow up to 7,900 pounds

5.3-Liter EcoTec3 V8

The 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 comes standard on the LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and High Country trims and is available on the LT and RST. It’s also available with a 6-speed transmission on the Work Truck, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss trims.

• 355 horsepower and 383 ft-lb of torque
• 8-speed automatic transmission (10-speed on LT Trail Boss and High Country 4×4)
• Auto start/stop technology
• Estimated combined miles per gallon: 17 city/23 highway (2-wheel drive), 16 city/22 highway (4×4), 16 city/21 highway(Trail Boss)

6.2-Liter EcoTec3 V8

Step things up with this engine, which comes equipped with Dynamic Fuel Management™ and has a combined estimated mile per gallon of 16 city/21 highway (4×4), and 15 city/19 highway (Trail Boss 4×4).

• 420 horsepower and 460 ft-lb of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Can tow up to 13,300 pounds

Duramax® 3.0-Liter Turbodiesel I-6

This dynamic diesel engine offers plenty of power and an impressive combined gas mileage of 23 city/33 highway miles per gallon.

• 277 horsepower and 460 ft-lb of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Can tow up to 9,500 pounds
• Auto start/stop technology
• Powerful but quiet

This is just a brief overview of the range of options available for the Chevy Silverado. Schedule a test drive at Woodhouse Chevrolet today and find out more!