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Monday, May 21, 2018

2019 Silverado Closeup: A Peek at the Various Trims, Engines, and Gearbox Types


As spring offers up its beautiful months and later sunsets for Knoxville residents to enjoy, those who are on the hunt for the perfect truck understandably have various questions about the different trim levels available to them. Next year's Silverado model will sport 8 different trims, paired to six transmission and engine combinations. Whether you are a large family on the go, or contractor running your own business, you'll be able to pinpoint the version perfect for you, that meets your needs for performance, technology options, and durability. Over half of these models will be equipped with some of the most advanced V8's in Chevy's longstanding history: these are heavily-updated versions of the 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter engines equipped with the Dynamic Fuel Management feature, which incorporates 17 different modes that are standing by to complete the task of deactivating cylinders during power output.


The RST and Silverado LT both offer the all-new for 2019, very advanced 2.7-liter turbo engine that is on deck to replace the 4.3-liter V6, as the brand new engine standard. It is now equipped to offer 22 percent more torque, higher fuel efficiency, and a larger power-to-weight ratio than is found on the current model. There is also now the option to satisfy many hard-working women and men's demand for diesel: the new Duramax 3.0-liter inline six turbo is supposed to be available early next year. All of these available combinations of engine and transmission are based on one of three very focused consumer profiles: High Value, High Volume, or High Feature. The High Value profile is for customers that are seeking the capabilities and features of a full-size truck, but are in the market for a lowered price point. Within this segment, the Work Truck, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss offer some trusty and able engine and transmission combos.

The High Volume profile was designed with customers in mind that have their driving priorities right in the middle of the current market's offerings. Just like the hard-working residents of the heartland itself, the LT Trail Boss, LT, and RST trims are set in place to offer efficiency, pure performance, and the most savvy in new tech options for the driver. The all-new 2.7-liter Turbo with Active Fuel Management and stop/start technology is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and is now standard for the RST and LT. The updated 5.3-liter V8 engine with Dynamic Fuel Management and 8-speed transmission is standard on the LT Trail boss, offering up a boost in power, and rugged capability.

If an upper-end and premium truck is what you are on the search for, the High  Feature profile is sure to be appealing: the LTZ and High Country trims offer the peak levels of performance now in existence. The entry-level Standard trim is now equipped with the 5.3-liter V8, Dynamic Fuel Management, and stop/start technology, while still mated to the 8-speed automatic transmission. You can also choose the even more powerful 6.2-liter V8 on this trim level, and up the ante with two extra gears and a 10-speed transmission.

All of these models boast more efficiency in aerodynamics and weight class than their predecessors, and the all-important fuel efficiency has not been compromised to reach the ultimate product output. To truly have a firm claim as the most durable and dependable pickup on the road, the Silverado needs to be put through 475,000 validation tests, and a staggering 7 million miles of road testing. Assuring that every single truck rolling off the line is in top shape and as safe as any vehicle can be, all of us here at West Chevy of Knoxville are proud to endorse and offer great deals on next year's Silverado, the truck that will haul, carry, and mud-trail its way to victory every time!

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