Turbomax High Output Engine
New Chevrolet 2.7L TurboMax High-Output Engine
Stronger. Faster. More Powerful.
Chevrolet’s all-new L3B 2.7L TurboMax 4-cylinder gasoline engine is the modern powertrain designed specifically for light-duty pickup trucks. Available in the next generation Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, and LT Trail Boss.
2.7L L3B Engine Vitals
The Chevrolet 2.7L TurboMax 4-cylinder engine is packed with tried and tested as well as new technology to provide excellent fuel economy and good performance;
- Displacement: 2.7L / 166.4 cu. in.
- Aspiration: Turbocharged
- Torque: 430 lb-ft
- Horsepower: 310 hp
- Acceleration: 6.8 seconds (0-60 MPH)
- Fuel Efficiency: 19 MPG (Combined)
- Towing & Trailering: 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs)
Advanced Technology
The 2.7L TurboMax 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: The pressure relief valve maintains oil pressure to prevent additional wear and tear.
- Forged Steel Crank Shaft: Crank stiffened by 30%, offering greater strength and better fatigue resistance.
- Fully Forged Steel Bottom-End: Designed like a diesel to handle the immense loading of a turbo engine.
- Iron Liners: Spun in a refractory and cast into the block, and handles incredibly high loads.
- Cast-Iron Ring Carriers: Diesel tech to leverage long-term durability.
- Chain Tensioners: Pressure relief valve to improve the durability of the chains providing 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 them better in extremely hot weather.
- Piston Cooling Jet: Further lubricates and cools the piston and more interfaces under high loading for increased durability and efficiency.