The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 follows the fully refreshed 2022 model year with only a handful of updates and changes. Now, however, GM Authority has learned that 2023 Chevy Silverado RST Crew Cab models are equipped with a new base engine.
For those readers who may be unaware, 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 RST Crew Cab models were previously equipped as standard with the naturally aspirated 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine since the start of production. Now, however, 2023 Chevy Silverado RST Crew Cab models are equipped as standard with the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine.
To be clear, this change applies to RST Crew Cab models specifically, including both Crew Cab / Short Bed and Crew Cab / Standard Bed configurations. Meanwhile, RST Double Cab models already include the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine as standard.
Going forward, 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 RST Crew Cab models continue to offer the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine and 3.0L I6 LZ0 turbodiesel Duramax engine as optional. The naturally aspirated 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine is now optional as well.
Turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine.
As for the specs, the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine is rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, while the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine is rated at 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, the atmospheric 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine is rated at 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, and the 3.0L I6 LZ0 turbodiesel Duramax engine is rated at 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.
Pricing for the new 2023 Chevy Silverado RS Crew Cab configurations are as follows, and includes the $1,895 destination freight charge:
- RST Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD with L3B: $53,295
- RST Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD with L3B: $56,595
- RST Crew Cab Standard Bed 4WD with L3B: $56,895
To note, all three configurations listed above are $1,600 less expensive than equivalent configurations equipped with the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine.
As a reminder, the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 rides on the GM T1 platform, while production takes place at the GM Fort Wayne plant in Indiana, the GM Oshawa plant in Canada, and the GM Silao plant in Mexico.
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So we get 4 less cylinders for the same base price?
They gotta’ save money for scary Mary’s EV plans.
What I can’t under stand is that they are saying the new standard engine is old 2.7 with 348 pound feet ! That might be an err , because the new 2.7 has 310 horsepower and 430 / 440 Lb. Torq. !
And still 55G’s give me a break manufacturers
I’ve looked at the specs and watched the videos and this engine seems pretty capable for what most people use a half ton pickup for today, even some light towing. However, there’s a big hill to climb to win over the general public and fix the resale problem. This is a great engine for fleet WT’s and Colorado/Canyons.
A turbo’ed 4.3 V-6 would have been more acceptable to most folks, going too. 4 cylinder in a full sized truck just doesn’t seem right.
This isn’t your grandpa’s 4-cylinder engine…. It’s 2023, not 2003…..
No. Resale value on 4cyl trucks is a hot mess and the engine is too if you follow car groups/owners. Bad call. Not a truck engine for a full size truck. And it’s mileage is not nearly what is claimed either, many owners are able to eek out up to 25mpg with the 5.3 with normal driving and that beats reported fuel economy by owners with the measly 4cyl.
Pretty much everything you just stated was incorrect and made up.
First, resale is on part with the truck. It resales a little less than a 5.3 because it costs less, it isn’t losing much money at all. 1,500 to be exact. Whoa, yeah, a hot mess right there…
Fuelly shows it a few mpgs more than the 5.3 which is exactly what it is rated at combined. And some 2.7 owners are beating it, just like some 5.3 owners are.
The power of the 2.7 is better too. Ton more torque much lower. It drives and tows better, it really could replace the 5.3 if some people didn’t have an image problem and buy trucks to think they look cool…
Some people online are saying that yes, but as someone who gets to test both engines back to back doing the same things (i work for a custom vehicle manufacturer) here is what I found.
Putting around town at 40mph or less the turbo has better mpg, but faster than that the turbo is worse. I assume its due to DFM and not having to spool a turbo up. When it comes to power, both feel the same to down low grunt, but the power up top is definitely more fun with the 5.3. Not needed in a truck but much better for passing.
The biggest difference I found was the MPG while towing. With the 5.3 and a 3000 pound trailer I get like 16 mpg. The 2.7 I got 11. That right there makes up my mind on which is the better truck engine. As someone else stated, if geared higher or put in the Colorado it is great, but not a huge fan in a half ton
Your comment fits expectations. I’ve gotten 18 mpg towing an econobox on a dolly with a 5.3. I’d also say mid-sizers would be better if they were able to be configured as workers or tow’ers with a big cube option. Because half tons are ever more expensive and geared to suburb homeowner-commuter buyers with families.
We leased a 2020 with 4cyl, it was rated 277hp at the time, very capable engine I was shocked, fuel mileage has been very good. And it will go when you want to go
The 2.7 never came with 277hp, it’s always been 310hp. Do you have the 3.0 inline 6 DIESEL?
For the apparent difference in price the 5.3 would be the logical choice IF you want a truck for it’s intended purpose. Unfortunately most truck owners these days rarely haul or pull much of anything so the 2.7 will suffice. The fuel mileage difference is negligible but since are sitting in traffic alongside the rest of us it’s all a wash. Just more profit for the execs….
4 cylinder full size pickup. Utterly pathetic.
Tell us you don’t need a truck and only buy them for your image without actually telling us…
Drive one before you knock it. I felt the same way in the beginning. The truck will tow 9,000 lbs. No, it’s not for everyone but it will work for a lot of people.
So the base prices are close to 10K higher than just a few years ago with 4 less cylinders and a fancier dash. Pickup trucks are the drug Americans can’t get enough of. It’s truly mind blowing that these RST’s and LT’s models are stickering for well over 60K with cloth seats, no rear seat armrest and no moonroof!
Not disagreeing but one reason we have people willing to buy 6000lb 4 door trucks with tiny beds and tiny engines is because it’s the only remaining option when that customer seeks 4 usable seats, comfortable ride, good cargo space and moderately non-awful mileage. I’m describing those who would be best served by a full sized sedan, preferably rear/ all wheel drive. Not everyone is willing to accept the myriad compromises that make up the average fwd crossover, so they take a truck to fill the role a good sedan should play. Add in the high residual value and rugged durability and trucks become quite attractive in comparison to turd-boxes like an equinox, even when the “truck” lacks truck credentials. The list of things traded in for 1st time Silverado buyers would be interesting!
I bought a 2022 Silverado 4door 5.3 with the new dash and 10speed i tow every thing with it boat cars trailer ect.Unloaded
25.3mpg after break in,2019 I had was a 4 wheel drive ordered this 2 wheel trailer tow pack with indash brakes. I love the truck
its had 2 recall notice 1/ running lites on that computer reprogram,2/ trailer brake hookup needs something. would not buy 4 cyc truck its the only truck there giving discounts on.
We have a 2002 Avalanche with the 5.3 (original owners). About 21.5 years and 193,000 on the truck and absolutely no mechanical issues at all with the entire drive train. I highly doubt that little 4-banger could even come close. My next truck will also have the 5.3.
Considering they built it like a diesel and engineers have been quoted on how hard it has been to kill in testing, it do doubt would make it to 193k. That is nothing impressive. The 2.7 is stout.
I’m insanely jealous! My ‘03 has just over 350k wiht a rebuilt motor swap and new tranny. I still love it b/c I can work on almost anything on it when/if I have an issue.
The taillight bulbs that came with the truck have never been replaced so there is that.
John the greek, Study up a little before you make that call. The recent 5.3 have been a hot mess of issues related to cylinder deactivation. Bent pushrods galore and gm makes you fix it twice, once for each bank instead of doing the right thing and making it right in 1 swift fix.
The 2.7 engine is good for leases. I work with a lot of guys that live in town, and only need the truck for landscape supplies, large packages and moving furniture. They don’t run it hard. After a 2 year lease, it can go back into the secondary lease market. It serves a purpose: Fuel economy and a lower lease rate. That would never work for me, but I see where it works for people who use them as a big sedan with a giant trunk.
They’re doing this to drive people into the 6.2 so they can gouge them for profits! Nothing more nothing less!
I agree. This conversation isn’t about whether or not the 4cyl is a good engine. Auto makers have been putting lower cost engines in vehicles as standard when they know it’s not the most popular choice because people will always buy the most popular choice even if it means paying a few bucks more for it. And if you have to pay extra for a V8 why not get the 6.2 as long as you are making a choice. Getting somebody who is already buying a 5.3 as standard to pony up for a 6.2 might be a harder sell. It’s all about making profits.
I love GM but new car pricing is insane! I will never buy a new car both because I am disgusted with the amount of profit mongering they are doing and because I simply will never be able to afford a new truck now….. These $20,000 trucks that they’re trying to sell for 50 grand are just not worth it and will never be worth it. And now you put a turbo engine in it that just needs more common replacement parts. More maintenance, less reliability…. No thank you…. To be clear, I don’t hate the four cylinder engine. I just don’t think any of these new vehicles are worth what they’re trying to charge for them
That’s what happens when you have a woman that runs a company doesn’t have a clue on what truck owners really want and it’s definitely a V8 not a four cylinder
My first truck was a gm and every truck after that has been a gm I am 59 yrs old and I have tried a 6 cylinder in a truck and I will never go back under a 8 cylinder truck again EVER I know some people buy a truck and use it as a car but I don’t I have a truck to use it as a truck my truck has made me money when I needed it and putting a 4 cylinder in a truck to me is just dumb
I think they listed the torque spec incorrectly in the article, the 2.7 in the new Silverado’s is pumping out a very strong 430lbft not 348lbft as in the 1st gen of the 2.7. Looking at dyno charts the 2.7 is a superior choice over the 5.3, the torque max’s out by 2,000 rpm and stays table top flat to 4,400rpm. If you just compared the dyno sheets without having a hang up about cylinder count the 2.7 beets the 5.3 easily. It’s in so many 1500 series GM trucks already and has been extremely durable and reliable. GM did a great job on that 2.7, I’ve had mine for 20,000 miles with no issues and my neighbor replaced his 2019LD w/5.3 for a 2022 2.7 and he says it pulls is 5,000lb camper with less rpms, less noise and less trans shifting. Great engine.
Thank you for pointing out that error, the post has been updated.
I think the 4 banger will be fine for most buyers that just buy a truck to have a truck… For the people who use a truck as a truck more than likely are going to get the 3.0, 5.3 or 6.2. Fords smaller Ecoboost engines do the same but still have reliability issues. I wouldn’t touch a turbo engine in a truck unless it was a diesel. That’s just too much strain on a small engine imo.
I do often wonder why people buy short bed trucks… They are rarely working from what I see. So I’m assuming at least half if not more of truck buyers are not using their truck as a truck in general. It’s the standard or long bed trucks that I see that are usually hauling or towing.
Gm authority got the tq # wrong it’s 430 tq beating out the 5.3 tq.
Wonderful news! The 2.7 is a delight.
My only beef with this is that now these trucks are going to be even more expensive. I’d be spending more on a 23 RST with a 5.3 than I did on my 21 LT Trail Boss with a 6.2.