Chevrolet has
released performance specifications for the 2020 Silverado HD. The
truck comes equipped with a new 6.6-liter V8 petrol engine that develops 401 hp and 628 Nm of torque. It's connected to an
upgraded six-speed automatic transmission which can be paired to an optional
four-wheel drive system. While Chevrolet declined to mention fuel economy
ratings, the company did confirmed the engine has direct injection and variable
valve timing.
Drivers looking for more capability will want to
check out the 6.6-liter Duramax turbodiesel V8. It develops 445 hp and 1,232 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a new
ten-speed Allison automatic transmission and Chevrolet noted the truck is the
first in its segment to offer an integrated Power Takeoff package which makes
it easy to power commercial accessories.
The ratings are nothing to sneeze at, but the real star
of the show is the Silverado HD’s massive tow capacity of 16,102
kg. That’s a 52 percent improvement over its predecessor and engineers were
able to achieve this thanks to the trucks upgraded axles and beefier ladder box
frame.
Besides upgrading the towing capacity, engineers
equipped the diesel-powered truck with a more conveniently located DEF fluid
tank. The instrument cluster also features a DEF readout so drivers will know
when it’s time to top up the system.
The 2020 Silverado HD will be go on sale late this
summer and be available in five different trims called Work, Custom, LT, LTZ
and High Country. Each version of the truck features as slightly different
grille design as well as usual equipment differences.
Chevrolet didn’t say much about the trim levels, but
noted the truck can be equipped with an Advanced Trailering System that uses up
to 15 exterior cameras to show what’s around a trailer. That’s a neat bit of
technology, but the cabin remains pretty underwhelming. The 2020 Silverado HD will make
its public debut at the Chicago Auto Show this week and we can expect to
hear more about the truck closer to launch.
