The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado sees the re-introduction of the Light-Duty Silverado 1500 Limited model as well as a refresh for the ‘regular’ Silverado 1500 model. Meanwhile, the Heavy-Duty Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD models and the Medium-Duty Silverado 4500HD, 5500HD and 6500HD models.
Notably, the 1500 model was initially expected to see a mid-cycle refresh for the start of the 2022 model year, however, this update has been pushed back due to complications cause by COVID-19 as well as the conductor chip shortage. As such, the 2022 Silverado 1500 Limited model is effectively a carry over of the 2021 Silverado 1500 while GM readies the refreshed 2022 Silverado 1500.
| Assembly Location | GM Flint Assembly in Flint, Michigan, USA, GM Fort Wayne Assembly in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA, GM Silao Plant in Mexico, and GM Oshawa Plant in Canada | |
| Body Style(s) | Light-Duty, Heavy-Duty, and Medium-Duty Pickup Trucks | |
| Layout | Front-Engined, Longitudinal | |
| Engine(s) | Turbo 2.7L I4 (Gas), 5.3L L84 V8, 6.2L L87 V8, 3.0 LM2 Duramax I6 (Diesel) | |
| Transmission(s) | 6-Speed Auto, 8-Speed Auto, 10-Speed Auto | |
| Drive Wheels | Rear-Wheel-Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive | |
| Availability | U.S.A., Canada, Mexico | |
| Predecessor | 2021 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Successor | 2023 Chevrolet Silverado | |
2022 Silverado 1500 LTD – Changes, Updates, New Features
The 2022 Silverado 1500 LTD receives the following changes:
Model Line
- Deletion of Double Cab model (CK18753) on Custom Traill Boss trim level (2CX)
Exterior
- Deletion of cargo tie-down rings (LPO-level item)
- Deletion of rubber bed mat (LPO-level item)
- Deletion of tiered storage (LPO-level item)
Interior
- Deletion of single-zone air conditioning (C67)
Mechanical
- Deletion of the 4.3L LV3 V6 engine
- Deletion of the 5.3L L82 V8 engine
- Consequent deletion of E85 FlexFuel capability
- Deletion of 6-speed automatic transmission (MYC)
- 2.7L L3B Turbo I4 engine is now standard on Work Truck (1WT), Custom (1CX) and Custom Trail Boss (2CX) trim levels
- 5.3L EcoTec3 L84 V8 engine is now standard on RST Crew Cab (1SP)
- 5.3L EcoTec3 L84 V8 engine is now available on Work Truck (1WT)
- Duramax Turbo-Diesel 3.0L LM2 I6 engine is now available on LT Trail Boss (2LT)
Packages
- Deletion of Custom Max Trailering Package
See detailed 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD changes, updates and new features here: 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD change log.
The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may differ for other markets.
Refreshed 2022 Silverado 1500 Highlights
Meanwhile, the refreshed 2022 Silverado 1500 sees a revised exterior and interior, new technology – including GM Super Cruise semi-autonomous driver-assist system for range-topping High Country models – as well as minor revisions to powertrain options, including a power bump for the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine. The all-new Silverado 1500 ZR2 also expands the model lineup.
Model Line
- Addition of all-new Silverado 1500 ZR2 model
Exterior
- New front fascia and grille design
- Three new exterior colors:
- Dark Ash
- Sand Dune
- Glacier Blue Metallic
Interior
- Standard 13.4-inch color touchscreen
- 12.3-inch configurable instrument cluster
- Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Optional electronic shift control feature is offered with most trim levels.
Mechanical
- Turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine gets 20 percent more torque
- The 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax also gets greater towing, up to 13,300 pounds
2022 Silverado Heavy Duty – Changes, Updates, New Features
The 2022 Silverado HD, comprised of the Silverado 2500HD and Silverado 3500HD, sees minor model year changes, including:
Exterior
- Deletion of Oxford Brown Metallic exterior color
- Addition of Greenstone Metallic exterior color
- Addition of 20-inch Machined face aluminum wheels with high gloss Black accents and beadlock appearance (SQ9) (LPO-level item)
- Multi-Flex tailgate with six functional load/access features is now available on all models
- (DLF) Mirror changes to RPO code (DLN)
Interior
- Seat Belt Adjustable Guide Loops on Crew Cab and Double Cab models
See detailed 2022 Chevrolet Silverado HD changes, updates and new features here: 2022 Chevrolet Silverado HD change log.
The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may differ for other markets.
2022 Silverado Medium Duty – Changes, Updates, New Features
The 2022 Silverado MD, comprised of the Silverado 4500HD, 5500HD and 6500HD, is expected to see minor model year changes, including:
- New exterior colors
- Slight re-arrangement in equipment / features within trim levels
- Expected introduction of 6.6L L8T V8 gasoline engine
The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may differ for other markets.
2022 Chevrolet Silverado Lineup
| Category: | Light Duty | Heavy Duty | Heavy Duty | Medium Duty | Medium Duty | Medium Duty | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model: | Silverado 1500 LTD | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 2500HD | Silverado 3500HD | Silverado 4500HD | Silverado 5500HD | Silverado 6500HD | |
| GVWR (pounds): | –"6 | 800-7 | 300" | 9,500-10,000 | 10,500-13,025 | 15,000-16,500 | 17,000-19,500 | 21,000-23,500 |
Body Styles
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado is expected to be available in the following configurations
Light Duty
- Crew Cab, Short Bed
- Crew Cab, Standard Bed
- Double Cab, Standard Bed
- Regular Cab, Standard Bed
- Regular Cab, Long Bed
Heavy Duty
2500HD
- Regular Cab, Long Bed
- Double Cab, Standard Bed
- Double Cab, Long Bed
- Crew Cab, Standard Bed
- Crew Cab, Long Bed
3500HD
- Regular Cab, Long Bed
- Double Cab, Long Bed
- Crew Cab, Standard Bed
- Crew Cab, Long Bed
Medium Duty
- Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel
- Crew Cab Dual Rear Wheel
We should note that each of the above body configurations are available with either a rear-wheel or four-wheel drivetrain assembly.
Powertrain
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado offers the following engine and transmission choices carried over from the 2021 model year:
| Class | Engine | Fuel | Aspiration | Transmission | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM | Axle Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Duty | 2.7L L3B I4 | Gasoline | Turbocharged | 8-Speed Automatic (MQE) | 310 @ 5600 | 348 @ 1500-4000 | 3.42 |
| Light Duty | 5.3L L84 EcoTec3 V8 | Gasoline | Atmospheric | 2WD 8-Speed Automatic (MQE) / 4WD 10-Speed Automatic (MQB) | 355 @ 5600 | 383 @ 4100 | 3.42 |
| Light Duty | 6.2L L87 EcoTec3 V8 | Gasoline | Atmospheric | 10-Speed Automatic (MQB) | 420 @ 5600 | 460 @ 4100 | 3.23 |
| Light Duty | 3.0L LM2 Duramax I6 | Diesel | Turbocharged | 10-Speed Automatic (MQB) | 277 @ 3750 | 460 @ 1500 | 3.23 |
| Heavy Duty | 6.6L L8T V8 | Gasoline | Naturally Aspirated | 6-Speed Automatic (MYD) | 401 @ 5200 | 464 @ 4000 | 3.73 |
| Heavy Duty | 6.6L Duramax L5P V8 | Diesel | Turbocharged | 10-Speed Automatic (MGM, MGU) | 445 @ 2800 | 910 @ 1600 | 3.42 |
| Medium Duty | 6.6L Duramax L5D V8 | Diesel | Turbocharged | 6-Speed Automatic | 350 @ 2700 | 700 @ 1600 | 4.10, 4.30, 4.56, 4.88 |
Platform
- The 2022 Silverado Light Duty rides on the GM T1 platform shared most directly with the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The same basic architecture is also used on the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban, 2021 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and 2021 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV
- The 2022 Silverado Heavy Duty rides on a more capable version of the same GM T1 platform
- The 2022 Silverado Medium Duty rides on a dedicated platform jointly developed by GM and Navistar
Production
As of 2019, Silverado 1500 models have been assembled at the Silao plant in Mexico and the Fort Wayne plant in Indiana, USA.
Additionally, the Oshawa plant in Canada was building K2 model pickups, and is currently only building Chevrolet Silverado HD models, which began in November. In the spring of 2022, Oshawa will begin producing Silverado 1500s, timed with the launch of the refreshed model announced earlier this year. This will make Oshawa the only GM plant to exclusively produce Silverado models, and the only plant making both light and heavy-duty trucks.
The GM Flint plant in Michigan also builds heavy-duty trucks.
Availability
2022 Silverado availability is as follows:
- 2022 Silverado 1500 – third quarter 2021 launch (refreshed model)
- 2022 Silverado HD – third quarter 2021 launch (carry-over model with minor changes)
- 2022 Silverado MD – fourth quarter 2021 or first quarter 2022 launch (carry-over model with minor changes)
Beyond 2022
We expect the following outlook for the Silverado beyond the 2022 model year:
- The light-duty Silverado 1500, in its fourth generation as of the 2019 model year, is expected remain in production thru the 2025 model year
- The heavy-duty Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD, in their fourth generation as of the 2020 model year, are expected to remain in production thru the 2026 model year
- The medium-duty Silverado 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD, now in their first generation, are expected remain in production thru the 2027 model year
An all-new, next-generation Chevy Silverado will launch after the aforementioned models reach the end of their respective lifecycles.
Sales
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