The 2023 Chevy Silverado lineup is going to be one of the widest ranges in the automotive segment. The famous pickup truck is definitely most popular as the half-ton pickup. Nevertheless, you will also find heavy-duty models in construction sites, as well as the Series 4, 5, and 6 light-duty trucks.
Silverado 1500 is also the most popular and draws a lot of attention, The vehicle was redesigned in 2018, when a diesel engine joined the lineup. More changes under the hood are on the way. A performance truck should be there to rival Ram TRX and Ford Raptor R.
In other segments, there won’t be big changes. Heavy-duty lineup also received an engine update. Light-duty chassis trucks are popular among construction workers.
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2
A few spy photos drew a lot of attention. The word is out – the 2023 Chevy Silverado ZR is joining the lineup. But, compared to the Colorado, where this badge indicates an off-road package, for the larger pickup, the bundle upgrades the performance. Well, General Motors needs it to keep up with the competition. Ram 1500 sells better than Silverado 1500 and FCA brought the Hellcat engine to the segment. It caused Ford to react and upgrade its most capable model. Raptor R is going to be a monster with more than 750 hp. The Silverado ZR2 must join the race. There won’t be too many buyers of such powerful trucks, but this is more about the ambition and reputation, than the actual need and practicality.
A diesel engine is still one of the best options. Nevertheless, the 2023 Silverado 1500 is going to use variety of engines, starting with a four-pot unit. A V8 is the most capable powerplant. Still, if you want to maximize the towing capacity, try out the heavy-duty segment.
2023 Chevy Silverado HD Lineup
Series 2 and 3 trucks are there to compete with Ford F-250/F-350 and Ram 2500/3500. The highlight of the 2023 Chevy Silverado HD is a turbodiesel engine. A 6.6-liter V8 can deliver a lot of power and torque. Properly equipped, the Silverado 3500 can tow more than 36,000 pounds. Allison transmission is a key for this system. It is so good that Ram trucks might switch to it from AISIN gearbox. Also, GM replaced a 6.6-liter petrol engine with a more efficient 6.0-l displacement. Power and performance are on the similar level. High Country packages are the premium offer. Loaded with items from this bundle, Silverado HD models can become home on wheels.
2023 Chevy Silverado Light Duty
The 2023 Chevy Silverado 4500 and 5500 trucks are very popular at constructions sites. Specialized models are available only with the chassis cab. One of the key change we might see is renaming the Series 4 and 5. General Motors is about to bring back old nameplates – TopKick and Kodiak. Those badges were used by GMC, so the company could provide another option by expanding the lineup of its other subsidiary. It won’t change a lot mechanically. Furthermore, it will keep price at the same range with the Silverado 4500 and 5500, currently around $50,000.