Is Chevy coming out with a 1500 diesel?

A new Silverado equipped with the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engine and max towing package can handle up to 13,300 pounds. Most headlines surrounding the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado unveiled today are talking about the spicy new ZR2 variant—and for good reason.

Is the 3.0 Duramax a good engine?

Efficient and Capable. Offering up to an EPA estimated 30 MPG highway, the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel not only gives you a highly efficient truck, but it is also perfectly suited for off-road adventurers with its powerful 460 lb-ft of torque and best-in-class 277 diesel horsepower.

How good is the Chevy 1500 diesel?

The Silverado 1500’s available diesel engine is an impressive performer, delivering smooth power that moves the truck with ease. The engine is rated at 277 horsepower and 460 pounds-feet of torque, and it works with a responsive 10-speed automatic transmission that quickly kicks down when you need more power.

Is 2022 Silverado delayed?

To note, the refreshed 2022 Silverado and refreshed 2022 Sierra were originally slated to debut early in the 2022 model year, but were delayed due to complications, resulting in the 2022 Silverado Limited and 2022 Sierra Limited.

How many miles will an EcoDiesel last?

If you can keep up with your required maintenance and other things like fluids, suspension, and general upkeep, your 1500 EcoDiesel should last a long time. Some owners report that this number is between 200,000 and 300,000 miles. Additionally, you can build the truck to your specifications.

Is the 3.0 Duramax problems?

Truck owners are reporting multiple culprits that have fixed the long crank issues on their 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engines. These include, but aren’t limited to, a faulty wiring harness, updated ECU, camshaft position exciter wheel, fuse boxes needing to be torqued, faulty actuators and faulty fuel pumps.

Is the 2021 Duramax a good engine?

The result is remarkably strong low-end acceleration, though power does flatten when passing from highway speeds. The engine is remarkably smooth, too, especially when mated to the nearly seamless 10-speed automatic. Duramax-equipped Silverados boast a 1,870 pound payload, and 9,300 pounds of towing capacity.

What will the 2022 Silverado look like?

New for 2022 is the first-ever Silverado ZR2, Chevy’s new flagship off-road truck and the latest addition to a successful lineup of off-road, factory-installed lifted trucks. The enhanced 2022 Silverado also features an elevated exterior design and a new, expressive interior with enhanced technology.