2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine and Towing Options near Baltimore, MD

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a highly customizable truck, and in no place is this shown more than its wide selection of engine options. Each delivers a varying level of power to suit different Baltimore lifestyles, so read this Antwerpen Chevrolet overview to learn about what this entails! 

2.7L TurboMax™ 4-Cylinder

To start, we'd like to introduce you to the Silverado 1500's base engine. This would be the 2.7L TurboMax™ 4-cylinder powertrain, a system capable of unveiling 310 horsepower and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. While this verve is impressive, it comes complemented with the 9,500-lb. maximum towing capacity¹. This is enough to tow a boat or travel trailer with ease. But if you're looking to store gear in the cargo bed, you'll feel welcomed by the 2,260-lb. top payload rating². 

5.3L EcoTec®3 V8

Are you ready to take the next step with the Silverado 1500? Then introduce yourself to the optional 5.3L EcoTec®3 V8 powertrain. This welcomes  you to the strength of 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque, so you can tackle tough terrain with unmitigated confidence. It also adds a 11,400-lb. maximum towing capacity¹, emboldening you in terms of what kind of equipment you can haul. That way, it has little to no issue carrying what you need for a drive across Old Washington Road. 

6.2L EcoTec®3 V8

If the previous engine was not enough verve for you, then perhaps you'll be satisfied by the available 6.2L EcoTec®3 V8 powertrain. This riveting system for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will ensure an output of up to 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. Hauling a larger RV becomes all the more possible, especially since this vehicle ensures a 13,200-lb. maximum towing capacity¹ for your endeavors. 

3.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel 6-Cylinder

Those looking for a real surprise will be happy to learn of the 3.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel 6-cylinder engine. It's the only diesel engine in its class³, and it earns this title with 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque. It also achieves a 13,300-lb. maximum towing capacity¹ for whatever your hauling needs may ask of you. But most excitingly, this engine will bring you a best-in-class 28 MPG combined⁴ fuel economy rating for you to take advantage of for your visits to Morgan Run Natural Environment Area. Speak with our Finance Department if you want to take this truck home!

1. When properly equipped; includes weight of the vehicle and trailer combination, including the weight of driver, passengers, fuel, optional equipment and cargo in the vehicle and trailer.

2. Requires Silverado Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD with TurboMax engine. For comparison purposes only. See the Owner's Manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.

3. Based on latest competitive information. Excludes other GM vehicles.

4. Silverado with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine EPA-estimated MPG 28 highway 2WD; 26 highway 4WD.