2022 Silverado 1500 Engine Options

Chevrolet has some significant changes planned for the 2022 Silverado 1500. If you haven’t seen the update, I encourage you to click the link above to see the new interior for LT and above trims. In this blog, I am going to discuss the truck’s upcoming powerplant lineup. Overall, the 2022 Silverado engine lineup has four engines, three of which are gas, and the fourth is a turbo-diesel Duramax.

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine Lineup

Engine	2.7L Turbo I4	5.3L V8	6.2L V8	3.0L I6
RPO Code	L3B	L84	L87	LM2
Aspiration	Turbo	Atmospheric	Atmospheric	Turbo
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Diesel
Configuration	DOHC	OHV	OHV	DOHC
Transmission	8-speed automatic	10-speed automatic	10-speed automatic	10-speed automatic
Drivetrain	2WD/4WD	2WD/4WD	4WD	2WD/4WD
Power (hp @ rpm)	310 @ 5,600	355 @ 5,600	420 @ 5,600	277 @ 3,750
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	420 @ 3,000	383 @ 4,100	460 @ 4,100	460 @ 1,500
Fuel Management	AFM	DFM	DFM	–
Max Towing Capacity (pounds)	9,500	11,200	13,300	13,300
Availability
Work Truck	S	A	–	–
Custom	S	–	–	–
Custom Trail Boss	S	–	A	–
LT	S	A	–	A
RST	S1	A2	A	–
LT Trail Boss	–	S	A	A
ZR2	–	–	S	–
LTZ	–	S	A	A
High Country	–	S	A	A

All four powerplants were available on the 2019-2021 Silverado 1500s. However, the turbocharged 2.7-liter engine receives a significant upgrade that showcases its higher torque. In addition, all engines are paired with either GM’s 8-speed automatic or the 10-speed automatic transmissions.

Look at the chart above. You should notice some engine pairings are no longer allowed. For example, the 2022 Custom Silverado can no longer be equipped with the 5.3L V8. However, the Custom Trail Boss gained the option to add the 6.2L V8. Likewise, the LT cannot have the 6.2L V8 but gained access to the 3.0L Duramax. We have orders for most of these combinations and can guide you through navigating these changes. Check out our on order page or give us a call to see what is on the way.

Turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B High Output

For those familiar with the 2019-2021 version of this engine, you will know that it managed 310 horsepower and 348 pound-feet of torque. The 2022 version has seen an upgrade. It can now deliver 420 pound-feet of torque, has a more rigid cylinder block casting, and a stiffer crankshaft.

“The new 2.7L Turbo is a technological marvel, with our most advanced valvetrain,” said Tom Sutter, chief engineer for the 2.7L Turbo. “With a broad, flat torque curve and quick throttle response, it punches above its weight, delivering surprising performance and efficiency.”

GM says that the high output of the 2.7L outperforms any base engine in its class and has a maximum trailering rating of 9,600 pounds. The 2.7L is paired with the 8-speed automatic, which has also seen some tweaks. GM thinks the pair will offer smoother shifting, along with quicker downshifts, for a greater feeling of refinement and power on demand.

5.3L V8 L84 EcoTec3

The 5.3L is the busiest of all of GM’s engines. It can be found in the Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Yukon XL, Escalade, Escalade ESV, and the Silverado and Sierra.

The current 5.3L was launched in the 2019 Silverado 1500 and introduced Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) to the market. While the smallest V8 GM produces, the naturally aspirated engine manages 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. The 5.3L is paired with the 10-speed automatic transmission.

6.2L V8 L87 EcoTec3

The 6.2L gasoline engine is the largest gas engine produced by GM. It delivers 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. Just like the 5.3L engine, it also has DFM.

It is also the only engine choice available for the all-new 2022 Silverado ZR2 that debuted with the refreshed 2022 Silverado. The 6.2L will always be paired with the Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission.

3.0L I6 LM2 Turbo-Diesel Duramax

The 3.0L Duramax engine is used in full-sized half-ton pickup trucks and SUVs. Lovingly nicknamed the baby Duramax the engine was introduced on the 2019 Silverado 1500. Rated at 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, it has the highest torque rating of any Silverado engine.

The copious amounts of low-end torque make this engine ideal for towing duties. Yet, somehow the engine also managed impressive fuel economy. While official numbers are not out for the 2022 yet, the 3.0L Duramax earned 27 mpg highway and 21 mpg city when equipped on the 2021 Suburban. The 3.0L Duramax is paired with the same 10-speed transmission as the 6.2L.

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