The four-cylinder isn't even the least powerful engine in the lineup. It's more potent than the standard V6.
Khodrocar - Chevrolet saved a big surprise about the 2019 Silverado 1500 to just before the pickup's debut. The LT and RST trims come standard with a new 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. It's a decision that's sure to raise eyebrows among the truck enthusiasts who are used to six- and eight-cylinder powerplants.
The turbocharged four-cylinder produces a potent 310 horsepower (231 kilowatts) and 348 pound-feet (472 Newton-meters), and it comes exclusively with an eight-speed automatic. This output means the turbo mill is quite a bit more powerful than the 4.3-liter V6 with 285 hp (213 kW) and 305 lb-ft (414 Nm), which comes standard on the Work Truck, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss trims.
Chevy still expects over half of Silverado buyers to pick a V8, and there are two options for these folks. Both now feature 17 different modes of cylinder deactivation. The 5.3-liter makes 355 hp (265 kW) and 383 lb-ft (519 Nm) and comes with either a six- or eight-speed automatic. It's standard on the LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and range-topping High Country models but an option on all other trims.
The top of the range is a 6.2-liter V8 that produces 420 hp (313 kW) and 460 lb-ft (624 Nm). It comes with a 10-speed automatic and is available as an option on the LTZ and High Country.
In early 2019, Chevy will add a 3.0-liter inline-six turbodiesel with a 10-speed automatic to the lineup. However, specs for it aren't available for the powerplant yet.
Chevy unveiled the 2019 Silverado earlier this year at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The engineers put an emphasis on cutting weight by using more high-strength steel and aluminum for the doors, hood, and tailgate. The result of this work shed up to 450 pounds (204 kilograms) over the previous generation, despite being physically larger.
The company will start production of the V8 Silverado with a crew cab in the third quarter. The V6, turbo four-cylinder, and other body styles will arrive in the fourth quarter. There are no pricing details yet.
Source: Motor1
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