2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Custom 2.7L Review

[@thomaskrier5949]

I have a 2021 with the 2.7L turbo and I love it. I've gotten 22.6 actual highway mileage. It tows the 30' camper way better than my old 2011 with the 5.3 ever did.

[@calebniederhofer6529]

A 30ft camper a pretty large trailer, and you really need a 3/4 ton truck. I am guess you are up near 10k.

[@thomaskrier5949]

@@calebniederhofer6529 no it was 7K, now have a 27' at 5K

[@calebniederhofer6529]

@@thomaskrier5949 7k loaded?

[@thomaskrier5949]

@@calebniederhofer6529 no, but gear is not that much. Don't remember what the BetterWeight told me gross was. Much easier than the old scales. I've been towing 40 years now and at 9K+ rating it was fine. I never pull down the road with water anyway.

[@jameskelly6831]

@@calebniederhofer6529 I have one now but 22 ltd to same size trail 5500 pds just wondering what was ur fuel mileage toning and I also had a 5.3 it was bad on fuel thanks

[@born2win262]

I got one too. Would’ve got the V8 but here in Oregon they asking $60k for 5.3 version. I got the 2.7 for $44k.

[@mrromero3871]

How’s it holding up??

[@bobbylong6892]

I have the same pickup as in this video and I love it. It has plenty of power and it pulls a 5,000 lb travel trailer with ease. Wife and I took over 200 mile road trip last weekend without the trailer and we got all the way up to 31 mph. Using cruise control going between 60 and 65 mph. On interstate the lowest we got was 22 mpg but mostly in the 25 mph range using cruise control and not using the Ethanol gas but the 100% You will not get good gas with the Ethanol and with heavy feet on the gas pedal.🤠

[@luismujica7917]

In three years you are not going to feel the same. It is not how much it can tow or carry, It is how reliable will be. Good luck, Sir.

[@TheFlooringInspector82]

@@luismujica7917 I have three of them that we purchased to replace our aging fleet trucks in 2019. It's almost 2023 with the 2023 model year already out and we now have over 100K miles on two of the three trucks and the other is around 90K miles. Typically they tow trailers around a good amount of time and my employees are allowed to occasionally use them for recreational use with prior authorization. They have not been babied at all. After over three years and a bunch of miles the little 2.7 and 8 speed has only ever required basic maintenance. Over the course of that amount of time we have also used far less fuel than the 5.3 V8 trucks they replaced. We have not thus far made any plans to trade them in, although we may upgrade them in a couple years again as like any vehicle they will inevitably require more repairs on suspension, brakes, and steering components as they age. And I am sure they will end up eventually needing other mechanical repairs as well, but so far, they've worked out just fine after over 3 years of service (as you mentioned).

[@mikecooper9671]

@@luismujica7917 The 2.7 turbo is a very reliable motor. And they just updated it to get more HP and torque. Bottom line...4 and 6 cylinder turbos are the thing. GM and Ford have both headed in that direction. The V8 is becoming obsolete...unless you want to wait to get a truck you paid $60K for.

[@JennRFL16]

I have a 22 2.7 and I love it I’ve owned a lot of trucks this truck by far my favorite might wanna have them check the shift should not pull hard and I think the turbo sounds great I guess I just don’t have small D syndrome so I don’t need to go get the bigger truck

[@Robert-ki7sw]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@glenarseneau1231]

I got a 24 it’s a nice truck considering what you get if you dont need a bunch of options

[@mikedee7163]

No offense but no one wearing those Harry Potter glasses has any right to talk shit about 4 cylinders or boat shoes Lol

[@tenring3d]

Great review. I have a 2022 with the 2.7 and I get between 21 - 23 mpg city/local driving. Hope to get 25+ mpg highway.

[@GTKCars]

Thank you. And that's wonderful! I am glad you are getting such good mpg. Keep it up! It really is a nice truck.

[@klancki1681]

I got one in April and have had great luck with MPG. I've been averaging 24-26 MPG combined per tank. filled up two days ago, hopped on the highway to go to work (~30 miles away) and got 29.5 MPG on the highway. Couldn't believe it. Our family is interested in getting a travel trailer for camping, so it will be interesting to see how it perform when towing and under high load.

[@GTKCars]

@@klancki1681 I'm just shocked that you can achieve mileage like that above what the window sticker says. Thats incredible! And I would be curious about the mpg while hauling something like that too. Thanks for sharing!

[@marksman4004]

How's the acceleration on take off? Is it decent?

[@tenring3d]

@@marksman4004 pretty impressive for a 4 cylinder. I was hesitant to purchase the 2.7 model but so far I’ve been impressed.

[@ronaldthoms2147]

I have same truck now have gotten 25.8 at 75 on interstate an lowest 20mpg city its a sipper if you don't have a heavy foot . Pulled my 3500lb dump trailer loaded with heavy garbage didn't seem to be hauling anything up hills no struggle were my gmc 4.8 v8 always jumped up to get over hills so I'm enjoying it

[@GTKCars]

That's excellent. Very glad to hear it!

[@azulkrema31]

You get 25 mpg on Wich driving mode?

[@ronaldthoms2147]

@@azulkrema31 was down highway at 70mph cold has taken mpg down some 20 to 21 plus some town driving now

[@ronaldthoms2147]

@@azulkrema31 pulling trailer was about 15mpg

[@Dr.Westside]

They're putting the 2.7 in the 2023 Colorado . I think it's a much better fit in that truck . I would have liked to see a turbo inline 6 for the Silverado .

[@lillieschlitz]

I want so much less tech in it and I'm in my 20s. Thank you for this review. I very nearly went to try it out but after seeing this I wouldn't waste my time. I don't want any kind of lane assist, auto stop start, push start, etc. I tried a Tacoma just to see how it felt and it screamed at me about the car ahead of me even with plenty of stopping distance. Took that one right off the list after that. I'd love a full size with the basics of the Colorado. Less tech the better! Cheaper to fix and far less to break/rely on!

[@thewireman134]

People forget this thing has alot more power than the 5.3 and it tows way better. Its an UPGRADE. Just because it costs less dosent mean your settling. Tows better than the 6.2 around town even.

[@kennetholder6422]

So I own a 2023 2.7 and the power is great. my last truck was a 2500 with a 6.0. It got 14.5 mpg driving with traffic. The 2.7 gets overall 24.6, hwy 26.5 to 28.5. The rating is way low. So many people dis this truck. I don't think they really dive into it and really test/analyze it.

[@sc12100]

I had a Silverado rental for a week with the 2.7 turbo. I actually was quite impressed. Very torque’e and I see the appeal. My only criticism is that the mpg is not what they advertise it as. It averages just barely above my Ram’s V8 hemi with cylinder deactivation. Here’s a fact. A smaller engine that is built to perform comparably to a V8 will NOT get great MPGs. It’s just impossible. I do think it’s remarkable that it does have comparable torque and horsepower numbers.

[@glennw2661]

Everyone I know who owns a truck don't give a shit what the mpg is lol

[@sc12100]

@@glennw2661 Then why would anyone in their right mind buy a Silverado with a 2.7 turbo ? LOL

[@glennw2661]

@@sc12100 I've had 2 bro. Going on my 4th year. Got the normal one now have the trail boss. Absolutely no issues with them. Balls in your court.

[@glennw2661]

@@sc12100 also, v8 is 60k+ vs my 50k truck. So there's a good reason right there.

[@Lorde360]

False. A smaller engine that weighs less will always outperform a heavier engine in terms of efficiency. Mainly because it takes more fuel to move more weight. I don't understand where you get your information from

[@63rml]

I have the 2020 GMC sierra base model 2.7 L 4 x 4 which is the exact same truck as in your video. There is no money to be saved as far as gas consumption however at least in Canada the savings is in the ability to buy this truck as a base model. I was searching for trucks in 2020 to find a work truck or what is also know in Canada as a contractor’s truck. It was very difficult to find one. My truck was the only one on the dealer’s lot that was a base model 4 x 4 and the only option that I added was remote start for the winter. My truck has all the features I would need . I agree if you took an eight cylinder base model truck and compared it in price to the 2.7 L if there’s only a few thousand dollars difference in the purchase price. but try and find that eight cylinder truck in the double cab model like in your review and it’s not quite so easy. usually the eight cylinder models fall into two categories upper level models with lots of trim bigger displays heated seats in the works and then the so-called work trucks which are regular cab 8 foot box. which is as you know is great if you’re a carpenter but not really all that useful as a family vehicle I haul my riding mower once a year for maintenance and I take my pup every day in my truck. I would say the the 2.7 L double cab truck falls into the category of ”Dad’s” truck, Great for hauling kids ,pets and trips to Home Depot.

[@bensteorts8943]

Very nice video, will be looking for more of yours as they come out. I’m looking into this truck or a gmc sierra pro just for the led headlights from the factory but is basically the same truck

[@zane9419]

I drove the 2.7 version and the V8. I like both but I felt the V8 was smoother; however, the 2.7 moved. I would think the 2.7 is good engine for those who want a truck but will never tow or really use the full truck capacity.

[@dmag1234]

"That's why you're driving a V4" That's all I needed to hear from that guy to know he's ignorant about engines.

[@rdaugherty52]

I have a 2022 lease to own I love it. First day I left a stop light a little quick and squealed the tires what was that me ? I recently pulled a 20ft trailer with a bush hog on it total weight around 6000lbs the only problem I had was speeding it wants to cruise at 80 or 85 and that's with the trailer. I pulled a good size mountain and when I came over the top in trailer haul mode it held the truck back to 50mph and I never had to hit the brakes. The only con I can think of is it's a little hard to judge where the tires are I guess I am use to a little shorter truck but I love this thing. If you drive one just watch your speed oh at 80mph it's 1700 rpm it's barely working.

[@mikecooper9671]

Spend "a little more money and get the V8"? The 5.3 on average is $13,000 more than the 2.7 Turbo. I have a 2022 2.7 turbo and love it. It has more torque than my 5.3. The HP overall isn't noticeable enough to warrant spending $13K more on the 8. And towing hasn't been an issue. The 4 isn't getting that much better gas mileage true...but even so...the power and feel isn't different enough to warrant spending that much more on the 8. Of course, this video was done by two guys who even said they aren't truck guys.

[@Jason0713]

Just to let you know the button below 4h is 4 low you have to select 4h then hit the terrain button to go in 4 low

[@ews360]

Single speed transfer case.

[@dennisp5931]

I just bought a 2022, custom 2.7 turbo and I have been getting at 30 mpg’s in my truck on Highway.

[@Trailboss22357]

How are you getting 30...I only get 18

[@dennisp5931]

That’s was a mistake I’m getting 22.5 mpg I drive lightly on the accelerator

[@ryanmccullion7367]

People out here talking about V8’s You’re essentially paying an extra 10-15k extra for “meaner” sounding truck. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@alexandergillingham2592]

Nice truck

[@averycardosia2486]

How many miles will one of these last without having to fix it beyond normal maintanence?

[@elche1976]

I think that depends on the driver. A responsible driver will allow the engine to last longer. The typical race car driver who buys a truck and abuses it.... it's going to wear down faster.

[@ulyg54]

I like my turbo whine.

[@slocavky]

I'd rather have that 2.7 over the 5.3 and its lifter issues all day long. I chose the 3.0 duramax myself...

[@bigcartoonyIIV]

wasn't for pushrod issues and dynamic fuel management v8 seem to be better. Ive been researching oil change on 4 would dam near be 100.00 or more because it takes 7 quarts of oil

[@nookbandit]

The 5.3 is 8 quarts

[@TH7592]

Next review will be a fully loaded f-150 king ranch. It will blow your mind

[@GTKCars]

I have no doubt sir garlic bread. Sadly I am restricted to what vehicles the car lot has at any given time. Lol. But maybe one of these days!

[@aikenandre]

Just curious it would be in the snow

[@martinfarrell5778]

Lots of reviews are getting 25 mpg with the 2.7.

[@punderific444]

Forget about the four cylinder eight cylinder who wears a BMW hat doing a Chevy review 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@John___Dough]

I have this truck I agree the engine noise sucks but I got it for 35000 brand new 2022

[@GTKCars]

Dang. Thats a heck of a price. All the ones I have seen are 50 plus thousand, or at least were when we made the video. And for that, I just couldnt justify it for a 4 cyl which is why I said I would prefer an 8 cyl. The same car lot had the 2022 8 cyl version for only 3k more. But for 35k, yes Id take this truck all day.

[@wolfrus1809]

Just bought the same truck same color and everything and saw a lot of other people say around 10k miles the custom starts to squeak

[@wolfrus1809]

Update. It’s been a year I have 10k miles on it and so far my only issue is something in the suspension squeaks every time I hit a bump at low speeds but other then that I love the truck

[@harbertmoore2663]

It's half the engine, but not half damn price! Make it make sense!

[@wolfrus1809]

It’s a lot cheaper then the v8 and the stats for hauling are damn year the same so it makes sense

[@mscottlawrence2037]

If it was a huge difference in mpg I'd definitely get the 4 but being it's almost the same definitely 8

[@born2win262]

You aren’t going to get 45 mpg either. You get more torque than the V8. And I’ve heard of people supposedly getting the same Mpg with the V8 but I’ve personally never seen it. Maybe a pure highway v8 but the hemi was getting 15.5. And the 5.3 was at 16. Personally

[@ram89572]

I'd be more worried about eating lifters on the 5.3 v8 than the mpg numbers

[@williamcraig9271]

I believe most turbo charged vehicles will have turbo whine as it spools up. While' you were complaining about the whine, you made no comments about the engine's performance. Having an engine that is twice the size, less hp/torque, and even slightly better mileage is a good improvement as well as similar haul/tow capacity. I think you guys missed the point of what you were "testing". You all really didn't "Get To Know" this vehicle at all! No subscription for me.

[@curtisallen1695]

It amazing that’s peoples afraid of change, the 2.7 turbo is the future just need a good seal engine to support the turbo and excellent steel for the engine and lifter and piston also a excellent transmission. Commercial Aircraft have turbine engine and the electric starter and that’s little turbine lift that commercial aircraft off the ground,that’s the technology now for trucks and cars for the future ,peoples afraid of changing to a new way of doing thing. (“JUST DO iT”)

[@justinh1258]

Love my 22 trail boss with the 2.7 turbo. Tons of power, more torquey than the 16 5.3 I had previously.

[@nordlandak6853]

The exterior on this truck looks better then the upper trims. Just put the updated interior and winner winner chicken dinner…

[@joalyincontroly4379]

I'm not rich but I have never cared about mileage. It's the price you pay for power, nothing in life is free. I wish my 2023 zr2 would show up with a hellcat v8 and I'd happily pay for the fuel💥

[@kevinswanson3910]

We get best mileage at 90kmh 7.6 liter per 100 km with our rst 3.0

[@moriver1]

"430 ft lb of torque, not that bad for a 4 cylinder" That is fantastic! It is more than the 5.3 Chevrolet, 5.7 and 6.4 Hemi and the 5.0 Coyote Ford engines.... I hate when people do reviews that know nothing about what they are talking about!

[@henrigreene3781]

I think the MDS on GM trucks is defective and all the source of all the problems their having with the engines. This might turn out to be a better option. But the MPG’s is not as impressive as I expected.

[@Robert-ki7sw]

My worker just bought his for 36k. Don’t know how their custom is 47k. My 5.3 gets 14 mpg. My workers getting 22 mpg. That’s in all day traffic i S Florida. Big, big difference too. The acceleration is even quicker too and his truck pulled away. 🤬🤬🤬 The engine sound the only thing that really doesn’t fit a truck.

[@Robert-ki7sw]

One more point , the lever to put the truck in gear is smooth and normal. Don’t know what the passenger was commenting on about it being extremely difficult to engage

[@carlosdavila2110]

HEAVY SHIFT HANDLE _ LOL-LOL - LOL your will and grace review

[@drewbush6535]

Small screen old school Gauges

[@redrider533]

Yet another opinion video. At least try quoting some factual specs. You didn’t pull anything yet you were sure the truck was underpowered. This little engine produces more torque than the V8 and gets better fuel economy period. As others mentioned it tows wit h ease. This is not your typical run-of-the-mill four-cylinder. It is also not your typical run-of-the-mill turbo. This engine has been designed to hit its max torque numbers at low RPMs. The Turbo is unique in that it’s electronically controlled. Should maybe do some homework before your next review

[@miguel-or4xm]

Are these direct injection or port?

[@GTKCars]

Direct Injection with Active Fuel Management.

[@miguel-or4xm]

@@GTKCars thank you. I just bought a 2022 silverado custom but didnt know if it was direct injection

[@GTKCars]

@@miguel-or4xm no problem. Congrats on your new truck!

[@jmoani78]

Will this truck be able to easily haul my family of 5 up and down a slight incline for about 88 miles per day? Or is the 5.3L engine better to get? I'm wanting this vehicle to basically haul my family and last us for awhile. Can anyone attest?

[@heyscott73]

There are videos of people regularly hauling travel trailers, so I’m confident in saying you will have absolutely no problem moving your family from one place to another.

[@seanadams3880]

You said compared to the 5.7 well I think you should have said 5.3 they don't make the 5.7 anymore.

[@rcgeneration824]

Of course you have to pull the shifter on the steering column, its where it belongs, Its a genuine truck! Not a car. Any "truck" that has the shifter on the center console is what I call a Cruck! Half car half truck. 🙄

[@Johnthedagger]

I'm not taking truck advice from a guy wearing a BMW hat and boat shoes. He's probably a nice guy, but nope

[@Tom-ic7hw]

will we be impressed at 75000 + miles or will it be worn out ...the truck world wonders

[@rickmartin30]

U sure have a positive opinion on everything...u working for chevy now or are you just that way about everything...lol...its a good trait...and im talking to BMW

[@glynlewis8880]

You are test driving a f ing truck with a BMW hat on. And yes it can get up to 30 mpg if you drive it right. I personally like it alot and have no problem saying I own a 4 cylinder truck it puts the v8 torque #'s to shame just my opinion

[@davidparisi4980]

It'll be half the life of a V-8 if worked like a V-8,,,,wait and see,time will tell.

[@biff2k2]

I have been looking for 2.7 liter turbo engine reviews and they always talk about paint for 10 minutes. I would never buy one.

[@freedomstar3814]

With gas prices being what they are. Every truck should be coming with a locking fuel door !

[@gregday9943]

Ive drove both the 2.7 and 5.3 .. the 5.3 sounss better.

[@ezequielvillalobos6485]

Its hard to take this guy serious with his BMW hat driving a Chevy.

[@mikeriv60]

Question should be is the 8 cyl worth it and the answer is no, 5.3 is a POG engine with numberous problems and this 4 cyl is purpose built and very heavy duty. You need to do your research before making videos.

[@GTKCars]

I can assure you that I did. And my opinion is that I would have the 8 cyclinder. But thats for me. I dont have hauling or towing needs. All I can do is provide an overview of the vehicle and provide my opinion based on my needs. And I did just that. Thanks.

[@born2win262]

What I’ve been telling people. This is the new engine GM is going to push. They even put it on the Trail Boss. People refuse to give it a chance. I got a junk removal business and haul a 5x8 trailer. Have filled it up with sofas, trash, and the bed filled with wood, and other miscellaneous items and you don’t even feel it.

[@carlschildtknecht762]

Sorry, no way a 4 cylinder can compete with a V8. Physics will till you it's impossible.

[@larryaugust8205]

To much $$$ for a basic truck

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

I'm not really sure I trust a TRUCK review from the gays

[@maxkeo1]

I'm sure your 1 single follower enjoys this comment. These guys are far from gay, but it's cool man. Ask nicely and maybe you can rub the bald spots on Chris's head

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

@@maxkeo1 these guys are obviously suck8ng and gucking each other in the bed of this truck . Theyve never used it for any real work

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

@@maxkeo1 the sky is blue. Is that negated because of my number of followers ??

[@scottfree7876]

Nothing wrong about the shifter. Go lift some weights.