The 2006 - 2007 model year pickups did not have any major reliability concerns and simply continued the progression
of the Duramax engine family.
Rather than becoming outdated, the Allison has evolved to match the performance characteristics and demands
of the Duramax turbodiesel, which has undergone significant changes itself through the years.
The 6.6 L Duramax LGH is a detuned version
of the Duramax LML also introduced for the 2011 model year.
As you may have guessed from the specs, however, the nature
of the Duramax's acceleration is a bit different from the gasoline models.
FORT WORTH, Texas — Chevrolet today set the Guinness World Records ™ title for the World's Largest Flag Pulled by a Moving Vehicle, and did it with a 2017 Silverado HD powered by a new, more powerful version
of the Duramax 6.6 L V - 8 turbo - diesel engine.
As the evolution
of the Duramax diesel continued, the LBZ rolled out to replace the LLY.
GM UPDATES THE DURAMAX DIESEL And in other truck news, GM just introduced an upgraded version
of its Duramax diesel for the 2017 Silverado and Sierra HD.
The more powerful LBZ is often referred to the «Hot Rod»
of the Duramax engine family as a result of its huge performance potential (2006 - 2007 model years).
If you love the Colorado and desperately want the extra grunt
of the Duramax, you can spec out one with the long box, but that'll cost you even more.
The EPA doesn't formally rate fuel economy on heavy - duty trucks, but I saw 11.9 MPG out
of the Duramax when towing near the truck's limit, and 19.8 MPG when the truck was unladen.
Once at dealers, General Motors is sure to sell a handsome number
of Duramax - equipped trucks, thanks to their outstanding capabilities and expected fuel economy.
This latest generation
of the Duramax has been refined in several ways.
GM is expected to expand availability
of its Duramax diesel once production reaches full volume.
The gear ratio is 3.42, which seems tall until you consider that the powerband
of the Duramax diesel is considerably lower than a gas engine.
It's yet to be seen if one
of the Duramax diesels offered overseas will be offered in the U.S.
The comfort and ride along with the dependability
of the Duramax and Allison tranny can't be beat.
Not exact matches
General Motors» midsize pickup trucks both gain the option
of a 2.8 - liter
Duramax four - cylinder turbodiesel for 2016, which uses technologies like a cooled exhaust gas recirculation system, a particulate filter, and a selective catalyst reduction system to meet EPA emissions regulations.
With so much torque, available at just 2,000 rpm, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
Duramax diesel has a maximum trailering capacity
of 7,700 pounds on rear - wheel - drive models and 7,600 pounds for four - wheel - drive models.
From a 2.8 - liter turbodiesel four - cylinder engine, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado and 2016 GMC Canyon
Duramax diesel make 181 hp and a whopping 369 lb - ft
of torque.
The production ZR2 gets the same powertrain options as the standard Colorado, including a 3.6 - liter V - 6 making 308 hp and 275 lb - ft
of torque and the optional 2.8 - liter
Duramax turbodiesel I - 4, which makes 181 hp and 369 lb - ft.
The truck's newly available 2.8 - liter inline - four
Duramax turbodiesel engine, which puts down 369 lb - ft
of torque and is capable
of towing as much as 7,700 pounds, doesn't struggle a bit as we leave the ranch and head uphill on a winding two - lane road.
For truck buyers who need to tow more than 20,000 pounds, there are the 2500HD and 3500HD heavy - duty versions
of the Silverado that are available with a 6.6 - liter
Duramax diesel engine.
A diesel powertrain option for GM's full - size SUVs has been rumored for at least a year, and the leading contender may be a revival
of the 4.5 - liter
Duramax V - 8 that came very close to production before falling victim to the company's 2009 bankruptcy.
The medium - duty chassis cab trucks are powered by a 6.6 - liter
Duramax turbodiesel V - 8 pumping out 350 hp and 700 lb - ft
of torque, and like most turbodiesel engines, these units produce lots
of heat.
I was very happy with my purchase
of my 2005 2500HD with the
Duramax.
A modern diesel engine like the Chevy
Duramax has a fuel pressure
of 23,000 PSI in the fuel rail.
But with no trailer and little cargo, the
Duramax diesel is capable
of 19 mpg (12.3 L / 100 km) in mostly highway driving, according to our evaluation.
Cargo & Towing Payload and trailer - towing capabilities can vary widely depending on which configuration
of the 2500HD you're looking at, but our four - wheel - drive, crew - cab standard - box tester with the
Duramax diesel V - 8 had a payload rating
of 2,482 pounds and a maximum trailer rating
of 13,000 pounds with a regular ball hitch.
(515 Nm)
of torque, it's the 6.6 L
Duramax diesel that inspires awe.
Chevrolet will offer Colorado ZR2 in crew and extended cab configurations and a laundry list
of available options that includes the 2.8 - liter
Duramax turbo diesel, seven - speaker Bose audio system, a bed mounted spare tire carrier, and a full - length black vinyl floor for easy cleaning.
And in about two years, expect the H2 to offer GM's torquey 6.6 - liter
Duramax diesel engine; its arrival will coincide with the launch
of the first H2 derivative, the Midgate - equipped 2005 SUT pickup.
Beneath the hood is a 2.8 - liter
Duramax turbodiesel inline - four engine rated for 181 hp and 369 lb - ft
of torque, mated to a six - speed automatic transmission.
The second one is
Duramax 3.5 - liter V6 engine, which will be able to generate 280 hp and 250 pound - feet
of torque.
ENGINE, 2.8 L
DURAMAX TURBO - DIESEL, DI, 4 - CYLINDER (181 hp [135.0 kW] @ 3400 rpm, 369 lb - ft
of torque [500 N - m] @ 2000 rpm) includes (K40) Exhaust brake -LRB-(S4P) spare wheel and (ZJP) spare tire are standard on ZR2.)
ENGINE
DURAMAX 6.6 L TURBO DIESEL V8 B20 - DIESEL COMPATIBLE (397 hp [296.0 kW] @ 3000 rpm 765 lb - ft
of torque [1032.8 N - m] @ 1600 rpm) Includes (K40) exhaust brake.)
Again, the
Duramax 3 - liter diesel is set to arrive as an option towards the beginning
of 2019.
ENGINE, 2.8 L
DURAMAX TURBO - DIESEL, DI, 4 - CYLINDER (181 hp [135.0 kW] @ 3400 rpm, 369 lb - ft
of torque [500 N - m] @ 2000 rpm) includes (K40) Exhaust brake, (JL1) Trailer brake controller, (S1K) 16» x 7» (40.6 cm x 17.8 cm) steel spare wheel and (ZJJ) P265 / 70R16 all - season, blackwall spare tire (Not available on Extended Cab models.
Marked by a pronounced hood scoop, the all - new air intake system provides 60 per cent
of the air to the
Duramax diesel engine from an inlet at the front
of the hood.
What is it: The GMC Canyon Denali is a midsize pickup truck powered by either a 308 - hp gasoline V6 or a 2.8 - liter
Duramax diesel with 181 hp and 369 lb - ft
of torque.Key Competitors: Toyota Tacoma,...
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The recently redesigned Chevrolet Colorado now adds a 2.8 L
Duramax turbo - diesel to its powertrain options, giving buyers the choice
of the new diesel, the 2.5 L four - cylinder, and a 3.6 L V - 6.
No word yet on alternate engines, but we know the base offering is a 6.6 - liter
Duramax diesel that blasts out 350 horsepower and 700 pound - feet
of torque.
The success
of that model likely inspired Chevy and GMC to follow two years later with the four - cylinder
Duramax diesel in its midsize trucks.
As mighty as the 6.6 - liter
Duramax seems on paper, the diesel alternatives from RAM and Ford are just as formidable — the Dodge carries a serious 17,970 - pound tow rating thanks to its 800 lb - ft
of torque, and the Ford is no slouch either with 15,900 lbs
of overall tow capacity, although that's a good bit down from the Chevy's abilities.
The 2.8 L
Duramax diesel should pack plenty
of power for midsize truck buyers with an estimated 181 horsepower at 3,400 rpm and 369 lb - ft
of torque at 2,000 rpm.
The choice
of 3 engines, including a new 3.6 - liter V6 and a potent new 2.8 - liter
Duramax diesel in addition to the 2.5 - liter gasoline engine
of old give potential buyers a wide range
of choice.
We recently drove a $ 45K GMC Canyon
Duramax and were dumbstruck by the cost
of the truck.
The conventional 3.6 - liter V6 delivers 308 horsepower and 275 pound - feet
of torque, while the optional
Duramax 2.8 - liter turbodiesel pumps out 181 hp and 369 pound - feet
of torque.
Heavier three - quarter ton and full - ton versions
of the Express van also come standard with V8 engines, although a 6.6 liter
Duramax diesel is optional and highly recommended if heavy hauling or towing is planned.
Of the 3 engines, the 181hp and 369 lb - ft
Duramax diesel grants a massive 7700 lbs tow capacity, while the 8 - speed auto offers a specialized tow function.