MAKE A STATEMENT WITH
THE NEW TURBOMAX (2.7L) ENGINE
Stronger. Faster. More Powerful.
The all-new Turbomax 4-cylinder engine is the modern powertrain designed specifically for light duty pickup trucks. Available in the next generation 2022/2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, and LT Trail Boss and the all-new 2022/2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro, SLE & Elevation.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- TORQUE: 430 lb-ft
- HORSEPOWER: 310 hp
- ACCELERATION (0-100 KPH): 6.8 seconds
- FUEL EFFICIENCY (CITY): 12.5L / 100km
- TOWING/TRAILERING: 9,500 lbs
KEY BENEFITS
Speed & Horsepower
The Turbomax Engine has a lower mass than the 3.6L V6, but more horsepower.
- 310 horsepower @ 5,600 RPM
- 0 – 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds
Its low mass and improved speed drives off-road performance.
Fuel Economy
With technology such as Direct Injection and Cylinder Deactivation, the Turbomax engine provides better fuel efficiency than the Canyon/Colorado V6.
- 10.8 L/100km Highway
- 12.5 L/100km City
- 11.7 L/100km Combined
The above fuel economy figures are for 4WD equipped Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 trucks.
Reliability
The Turbomax Engine comes with a strengthened block and crankshaft, allowing it to safely handle higher loads and rpms.
- 420 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500 RPM
It has a proven reliability within the Chevrolet Full size Trucks.
Diesel-Like Performance
The Turbomax engine is designed like a diesel, utilizing diesel technology for high loads and including a fully forged bottom end.
- Up to 9,600 lbs towing
- Up to 2,280 lbs payload
This provides diesel-like torque and similar fuel economy, without the mass and complications.
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
The Turbomax 2.7L 4-cylinder engine is packed with tried and tested as well as new technology to provide excellent fuel economy and good performance.
Priority Oil Flow
Pressure Relief Valve maintains oil pressure to prevent additional wear and tear
Forged Steel Crank Shaft
- Crank Stiffened by 30%
- Greater strength
- Better fatigue resistance
Fully Forged Steel Bottom-End
Designed like a diesel to handle the immense loading of the turbo engine
Iron Liners
Spun in a refractory and cast into the block Handles incredibly high loads
Cast-Iron Ring Carriers
Diesel tech to leverage long term durability
Chain Tensioners
- Pressure Relief Valve to improve durability of the chains
- Less stress and wear on the system
Electric Water Pump
Constant cooling of the turbo to provide optimal performance
Active Thermal Management
Able to heat components in winter conditions for optimal temperatures and cool the better in extreme hot weather
Piston Cooling Jet
Further lubricates and cools the piston and more interfaces under high loading for increased durability and efficiency
