The Chevy Silverado truck lineup — from the half-ton Silverado 1500 to the one-ton Silverado 3500 HD — offers plenty of engine choices. Whether you’re looking for ultimate towing power or a balance between power and efficiency, gas or diesel, naturally aspirated or turbocharged, find it in a Silverado. Preview the performance and maximum towing capacity for each 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500 HD, and Silverado 3500 HD engine option using the engine specs charts in this research guide crafted by the team at Gregg Young Chevrolet of Norwalk.
If you’d like to discuss the performance or engine options in a particular new Silverado for sale at our dealership in Norwalk, IA, contact one of our truck pros online or by calling (515) 650-5952.
Equip your new Silverado 1500 with one of the four potent engine options available. The standard 2.7L turbo engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission while the other three engine options are all mated to a ten-speed automatic. For the top-tier towing capacity of 13,300 pounds in the Silverado 1500, you’ll want either the 6.2L V8 or the Duramax® turbo diesel option properly equipped with the available Max. Trailering Package.
To increase fuel efficiency during cruising conditions, the 2.7L engine includes Active Fuel Management™ which can automatically shut down half the engine cylinders when you don’t need them. Dynamic Fuel Management, found on the two gas V8 engines, intelligently deactivates select cylinders in several different patterns during cruising situations. You’ll find an automatic stop/start system on all three gas engines.
Learn more about everything else the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 has to offer with our model review.
Engine | 2.7L turbo | 5.3L V8 | 6.2L V8 | Duramax 3.0L I6 |
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Horsepower | 310 HP | 355 HP | 420 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 430 lb.-ft. | 383 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. | 495 lb.-ft. |
MPG | 19 city / 22 hwy | 17 city / 21 hwy | 16 city / 20 hwy | 24 city / 29 hwy |
Max. Towing | 9,500 lbs. | 11,300 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. |
Versatile, practical truck bed space makes the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 the perfect addition to the jobsite or campsite. The standard Durabed features 12 cargo tie-downs, and the CornerStep rear bumper makes it easy to access gear without dropping the tailgate. Speaking of, you can also add the six-function Multi-Flex tailgate to your Silverado 1500 for superb functionality — including as a step, work surface with a raised second tier, extended load stop with the tailgate down, or for improved access with a fold-down inner gate.
The 2023 Chevy Silverado HD lineup of 2500 and 3500-class trucks feature the same two engine options — a 6.6L gas V8 and a 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel V8. The gasoline engine is paired with a heavy-duty six-speed automatic transmission while the Duramax is paired with an Allison® ten-speed automatic.
To achieve the maximum Silverado HD towing capacity of 36,000 pounds, you’ll need the Max. Trailering Package available exclusively with a Silverado 3500 HD regular cab, dual-rear-wheel model, the Duramax engine, and a trailer with a gooseneck hitch. For other configurations, a Gooseneck/Fifth Wheel Package or Gooseneck/Fifth Wheel Prep Package is available.
Interested in learning more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado HD? See our model review.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Silverado 2500 HD Conventional Towing | Silverado 2500 HD Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel Towing | Silverado 3500 HD Conventional Towing | Silverado 3500 HD Fifth-Wheel Towing |
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6.6L gas V8 | 401 HP | 464 lb.-ft. | 14,500 lbs. | 17,370 lbs. | 16,800 lbs. | 17,200 lbs. |
6.6L Duramax turbo diesel V8 | 445 HP | 910 lb.-ft. | 18,500 lbs. | 18,510 lbs. | 20,000 lbs. | 36,000 lbs. |
Having plenty of usable, accessible bed space is key to making the most of your workday. That’s why the 2023 Chevy Silverado HD offers two Durabed options made accessible with rear CornerStep bumpers and integrated BedStep alongside the front of the bed. The available MultiFlex tailgate allows you to customize accessibility and cargo hauling configurations, and 12 standard cargo tie-downs give you plenty of anchor points to secure all your cargo.
The Chevrolet truck lineup is built to work. Among the 2022 Chevy Silverado truck lineup, including the Silverado 1500 LTD, new Silverado 1500, and heavy-duty Silverado trucks — the 2500 HD and 3500 HD — you’ll find a variety of gas and Duramax® turbo diesel engine options to suit your unique needs. To help you pick the Chevy truck and engine that’s right for you, the team at Gregg Young Chevrolet of Norwalk crafted this 2022 Chevy Silverado towing guide with the key performance specs you’re looking for all in one place.
Browse the Chevy truck inventory at our dealership in Norwalk, IA, to find a new truck that appeals to you. Contact us or give us a call at (855) 731-4441 to set up a test drive or get answers about the engine and towing capacity of a specific Chevy Silverado at our dealership.
As the fun-loving, smaller sibling in the Chevy truck family, the Colorado impresses with strong capability. The mid-size 2022 Colorado is standard with a gas four-cylinder engine and a V6 engine and Duramax turbo diesel engine are available.
Maximum towing capacity for the 2022 Chevy Colorado is 7,700 pounds with the turbo diesel engine.
Learn more about the key features in the Chevy Colorado using our model review. See the accompanying chart for Colorado engine specs and towing capacity for each engine.
Engine | 2.5L I4 | 3.6L V6 | 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel I4 |
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Max. Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. | 7,000 lbs. | 7,700 lbs. |
Horsepower | 200 HP | 308 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 191 lb.-ft. | 275 lb.-ft. | 369 lb.-ft. |
MPG | 19 city / 25 hwy | 18 city / 25 hwy | 20 city / 30 hwy |
Legendary strength is at your disposal with the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 LTD. Choose between four muscular engine options, including the smooth and efficient Duramax turbo diesel I6 and the trusty 6.2L V8. You can learn more about the Silverado 1500 LTD with our model review.
Maximum towing capacity for the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 LTD is 13,300 pounds with the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine.
Take a look at the performance specs and towing capacity for each engine in the accompanying chart.
Engine | 2.7L turbo I4 | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel I6 |
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Max. Towing Capacity | 9,500 lbs. | 11,400 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. | 9,300 lbs. |
Horsepower | 310 HP | 355 HP | 420 HP | 277 HP |
Torque | 348 lb.-ft. | 383 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. |
MPG | 17 city / 20 hwy | 16 city / 21 hwy | 15 city / 20 hwy | 23 city / 31 hwy |
The new 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 features four engines like the Silverado 1500 LTD. However, the standard 2.7L turbo high-output engine makes significantly more torque in the new model, and the turbo diesel can tow 4,000 pounds more than the Duramax in the LTD.
Maximum towing capacity in the new 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 is 13,300 pounds with either the 6.2L V8 or Duramax turbo diesel.
Peruse the accompanying chart to see performance and towing specs for each available engine.
Engine | 2.7L turbo high-output I4 | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel I6 |
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Max. Towing Capacity | 9,500 lbs. | 11,200 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. |
Horsepower | 310 HP | 355 HP | 420 HP | 277 HP |
Torque | 430 lb.-ft. | 383 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. |
MPG | 19 city / 22 hwy | 16 city / 21 hwy | 15 city / 20 hwy | 23 city / 31 hwy |
Burly, hardworking engine performance is the cornerstone of the 2022 Chevy Silverado HD lineup. Go with a 6.6L gas V8 or a 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel V8. Under the hood of the 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD, the turbo diesel engine can tow up to 20,000 pounds. In the 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD, the maximum towing capacity is a whopping 36,000 pounds.
Learn more about the Chevy Silverado HD with our model review and see the performance specs for each engine in the accompanying chart.