Representing the fifth model year of the Bow Tie brand full-size pickup truck’s fourth generation, the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 introduces just a few updates and changes over the fully refreshed 2022 model. Now, GM Authority has learned that the 2023 Silverado 1500 will soon be available with a new appearance package.
The 2.7L Blackout Package (RPO code PCW) brings bevy of exterior accents to the full-size pickup, including (relevant RPO code in parenthesis):
- Black Silverado nameplates (RIK)
- Black bow tie, LPO (SFZ)
- Black tailgate CHEVROLET lettering, LPO (SB7)
- Four-inch Black round assist steps, LPO (RVS)
- 20-inch High Gloss Black painted wheels (RD5)
- Black Custom badges, LPO
It’s worth noting that this new package is only available with the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine, and that the 275/60R20SL all-terrain tires (QAE) must also be chosen in conjunction with the Blackout Package. In addition, a similar package was offered on pre-refresh Silverado 1500 units.
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss 2.7L Blackout Package
Sharp-eyed readers may notice the similarities between the 2.7L Blackout Package and the Dark Essentials Package (RPO code PDB). Notably, the 2.7L Blackout Package adds assist steps, wheels and tires that aren’t included in the Dark Essentials Package. Pricing has yet to be announced, although we suspect this appearance package will cost less than the sum of its parts.
As far as availability, the 2.7L Blackout Package is only available on the Custom and Custom Trail Boss trim levels equipped with the L3B engine.
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Custom 2.7L Blackout Package
As a reminder, the 2023 Silverado 1500 is available with four engine choices. These powerplant options include the aforementioned turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine, rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine, rated at 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, the atmospheric 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine, rated at 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, and the 3.0L I6 LZ0 turbodiesel Duramax, rated at 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.
The L3B is mated to the GM eight-speed automatic, while the L84, the L87 and the LZ0 are mated to the GM 10-speed automatic.
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss 2.7L Blackout Package
Under the skin, the Chevy Silverado 1500 rides on the GM T1 platform. Production takes place at the GM Fort Wayne plant in Indiana, the GM Silao plant in Mexico, and the GM Oshawa plant in Canada.
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the 4 cylinder must not be selling that well
They are not, the lots are full of them. Pretty soon the incentive will be if you buy one with the 8 or diesel & they will throw in a 4 cyl one for half price.
hope Mary has learned a lesson.
They aren’t piling up on the lots, they have sufficient supply and are trying to get people to try them and get out of their dated ways of thinking. If they see a little money on the hood it might entice them to realize it is superior in most cases and exactly what most buyers need out of a truck. They aren’t having a problem selling them, get your facts right…
We were doing blackouts in the 1980’s then monochrome took over
All show . . . No ‘go’! They can keep the 4-cylinder for their midsize and subcompact cars.
I like chrome.
Maybe in 10 years when the current generation wants trucks, 4 cyl will sell………….. wait,…. they will all be electric by than because we need to save the world.
Does all the added black painted items add weight and hurt performance of the 2.7 full sized monster pickups?
Mating an already lower tier engine and 8 speed transmission with a low rent cheap trim level appearance. And to think people actually pay large sums to get this low rent look.
I am not sure you could possibly lie any more in one post…
Junk motor? It is well reviewed in most cases first of all. Real world and in testing it does a few mpg’s better than the 5.3, another one or two better than the 6.2 on top of that while running on 87 and have a huge amount of torque way down.
It drives better than the NA V8’s, with all the torque down low in most cases it does better and it more enjoyable. It doesn’t downshift on the highway, it pulls trailers better and is superior around town.
Less reliability? In nearly 5 years we haven’t had any significant issues, posts of problems or anything which the same can’t be said about the 5.3 or 6.2. Also is has been well stated by those that engineered and tested the engine it was one of the hardest to kill in durability torture testing. Having less parts and a diesel like block, I bet most knowledgeable people would agree it is more reliable than the 5.3. Your old school thought process is dated at best.
They aren’t piling up on the lots, they have sufficient supply and are trying to get people to try them and get out of their dated ways of thinking. If they see a little money on the hood it might entice them to realize it is superior in most cases and exactly what most buyers need out of a truck. They aren’t having a problem selling them, get your facts right…
It’s always easy to pick out the people that have never driven one. The new iteration basically made the 5.3L irrelevant.
To commonsense, I have read all of the posts, but I failed to see the reference to” Junk motor”, I may have missed it. You make a good argument for the motor & all of the pluses that you are enamored with may come true but time will tell. I have had a 2003,2005,2012,2016 & 2020 Sierras with the 5.3 & it may just be luck but I have not experienced any of the issues that pop up on here, prior to that I had 350s . I now have a 2020 with the 10 spd & I couldn’t make up an excuse not to like it. I am not sure where you live but the GM lots in my area have them sitting there, which tells me they ARE having a problem selling them, the incentive offers for them alone should be a clue. I do not have a source for all the facts ,I am just commenting on observations & the agony & defeat of the people I know who cannot find a nicely equipped 5.3.They may be “exactly what most buyers need out of a truck” but it may not be what they “want” & that is part of the equation for a happy buyer. I also have no use nor desire for an ev. I have to assume that Sierra4x4 is the proud owner of one & I wish you many years of enjoyment with it.
I am, and it’s been great. It pulls my 6600lb travel trailer the exact same as my 5.3 did, with better MPG to boot. The torque down low is crazy, it’s just too bad so many people won’t give it a chance while beating their chest shouting “No Replacement For Displacement!!!” Quite honestly, if you want a V8 just get the 6.2L, there’s just no reason for the 5.3L to exist anymore.
The 5.3 in its form today will go away when the new gen is released, until then there appears to be a market for it. The 6.2 is a great motor but didn’t move up to that strictly for monetary reasons. I saw the direction the country is going & I didn’t want to get locked into the price for high test. It pains me just filling my bike with the required high test. You were able to buy the 4cyl because it was available & it was what you wanted, which is good. The more options available to the buyer is good. I do hope the 4 rings true to the claims, I am not hoping for its failure because there is a market for it & when the day comes when & if I downsize to a Canyon or Colorado I will probably like it. I also rather naturally aspirated but I know the end is coming. Enjoy your machine & have a safe summer.
One think of note that may limit the appeal of the 2.7 is that if anyone has gone to the configurator and tried to build one, you quickly see that many of the options force you into the 5.3 and I don’t just mean mechanical options.
It does look like GM has loosened up a bit on this, but you still have to be really limited on options. If I recall, I think only the LT had a bit more flexibility on allowing options. I believe it was the RST and Custom Trail Boss that is extremely limited.
Damn, all this talk about the 4 cyl. almost makes me want to dump my’23 3.0 High Country and get one of ’em, NOT!!!
Be a fool, listen to Commoncense, who gets paid handsomely by GM to convince people that a 4 cyl. pulling around a 5000 + pound truck is superior to a tried and true V8 doing the same job.
Don’t understand the unnecessary negativity around the 2.7l turbo, this new updated version has been overhauled and strengthened for extended truck use. Anybody contemplating a Custom Silverado should seriously consider the 2.7l turbo, 310hp and 430lb/ft of torque is quite ample for most duties.
For us who want big power, Chevy’s new ZZ632 engine will fix any deficits. I had several S10s with 4-cylinder engines. I wore them out at around 70k miles. I had several with the 4.3 and they wanted to run forever. Yes, I know this is a new truck but hot rodders can turn anything into a bad azz ride.