Trucks are known to be work vehicles, but that depends on the brand and model. As a result, we at Burt Watson Chevrolet in Freeland, MI, recommend the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 be at the top of your list whenever you are tuck shopping. The maximum towing capacity of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 13,000 pounds, but with such an impressive towing capacity, most people in Midland tend to ignore the 2023 Silverado 1500 payload capacity.
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 boasts four potent engine options, each with its unique towing capability. Learn more to determine which engine option suits your needs in Midland.
Towing Capacity by Engine Option
Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
This engine option boats being efficient as it is hardworking, which is evident by its output of horsepower 305 and 495 pound-feet of torque. With such power, the Duramax 3.0L can tow up to 13,300 pounds across Bay City. This engine option is available on the Custom Trail Boss, RST, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, and High Country trim levels.
2.7L Turbo High-Output
Standard on the LT, LT Trail Boss, Custom, Trail Boss, WT, RST Double Cab, and Custom trim levels, this engine option boasts 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. The power generated by this powertrain option allows it a towing capacity of up to 9,500 pounds through Saginaw.
6.2L EcoTec3 V8
Boasting up to 420 horsepower with 460 pound-feet of torque, this engine option is standard to ZR2 and available on Custom Trail Boss, LTZ, RST, High Country, and LT Trail Boss. As for towing, this option has a towing capacity of up to 13,000 pounds.
5.3L EcoTec3 V8
Available on Custom Trail Boss, RST Double Cab, LT, WT, and LT Trail Boss and standard on High Country, RST Crew Cab, and LTZ, this engine option boasts a towing capacity of up to 11,200 pounds. As for the horsepower, it is capable of up to 355 horsepower with 383 pound-feet of torque.
If you are shopping for a powerful truck, visit Burt Watson Chevrolet and take a look at our 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 inventory. For more information about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, visit our website or our showroom in Freeland, MI.