Why Are People Steering Clear Of Chevy's New 2.7L Turbocharged Engine?
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- Опубликовано: 19 май 2024
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I let my wife talk me into this truck because of my commute and climbing gas prices. So far this has been my favorite vehicle. I’m averaging 28 miles per gallon. I haul a pop up camper or small trailer from time to time. I can’t tell I’m pulling anything. It does what it needs to. It’s not an 8 cylinder but it’s a mighty 4. The acceleration is phenomenal for a 4. We will see if I have long term issues but I’ve had mine for over a year and zero issues. So smooth.
I just got one too so far i love it
Just bought one yesterday. Can't even tell it's a four cylinder driving it around.
You're a city boy. This is a city boy's truck.
Seems legit. I'm not a city boy.
@@elonmust7470 If you work in rural areas and tow frequently then definitely grab a V8. But if you want a half ton and tow your occasional toy here and there this is a great option. 99% of my trucks life will just be going A to B. Once or twice a year I haul around my turbo Saturn to meets and stuff and this is plenty. Glad GM has options and doesn't take a one size fits all approach.
I test drove one, didn’t like it. It feels way too slow especially coming from an ecoboost. I’ll stick with Ford
Cylinder deactivation for a 4 cylinder. So dumb
That truck is a mess of the worst garbage GM has to offer. That 8 speed transmission is absolute trash. The whole concept makes no sense if you actually want to use as a truck.
Never vote Democrat! There, problem solved.
bruh 🤦♂️
Damn right
That's the reason I don't want the new colorado. Why do companies need to suck off the epa with cylinder deactivation on a 4 cylinder?
I have had a 2021 Chevy Silverado with a 2.7 Turbo for 2 1/2 years. So far it has been flawless. We tow a small camping trailer with it too. It tows very easily.
Always been a ford guy but had a transmission go at 43k miles, just a daily driver. Bought a used 2019 2.7 and have been driving it for two years. No complaints. Very quick and responsive. Plenty of power. Comfortable too.
gm and ford use the same transmission mostly
@@mikethetoolman8776not until recently and the only transmission they share is the 10 speed, he probably had a 6 or 8 ford transmission
@@guamazolopez6456 6 speed is shared also the 8 speed is not
how many miles so far?
@@guamazolopez6456Ford doesn't have an 8 speed transmission.
I’ve had my 2022 Silverado LTD 2.7l turbo for a year and half and I love it. Great mileage, plenty of power, I only tow a little 14’ aluminum boat with it, but I do fill the bed up hauling stuff pretty often.
I have the 2020 Custom version of this truck with the 2.7 in it and like it a lot. The first month I had it we got the bed spray-lined as part of my lease deal as I wasn't hauling anything in a naked bed. Once the bed was spray-lined my parents and I took my mothers 2020 Colorado and my truck over to the Town building and filled up both trucks with soggy decomposing wood chips. Filled it enough to get the back to sag a little but it drove like normal. It didn't care that it was filled up with soggy old wood chips.
As for problems, I have had a few but none of them were mechanical. Any problems I had were related to sensors breaking so your typical plastic computer junk. Also add in the dealer breaking things that weren't broken to get to the broken parts. Needless to say any sensors or computer junk that broke all had recalls on them and were replaced under warranty.
Fuel mileage wise I tend average the high 16's because my town is nothing but stop lights, intersections and hills. But because my job is here in town it takes a week or two for the fuel needle to move if I didn't go anywhere on the weekend. But with a typical week of driving to work and going places on Saturday I'll usually use a little under a quarter of a tank. I tend to just top it off every weekend so the fuel cost isn't as high.
If people want to avoid any mechanical issues with their engine the best I can suggest is this. When under warranty get the first oil change done at the dealer to take advantage of the first free oil change. But after that just skip putting any AC Delco oil in your engine and buy something better. I don't know what it is with GM's stock engine oil but it sucks. I accepted having the first oil change done at the dealer to please a family member.
But once the second oil change came around I bought the oil filter I wanted and some STP Full Synthetic and it runs so much smoother than it did with the AC Delco junk GM puts in their vehicles. As nice as the STP oil is it's just what I could get my hands on at the time. When the third oil change comes around I will be running Red Line from there after. It may be pricey but oil is still cheaper than engine repairs. Also stick within your oil change intervals, the computer will tell you on the dash when your oil needs changing. Don't ignore it!
Also, from personal experience. If you're someone who lives in a cold climate and gets sub-zero temps in winter time and you don't drive very often hook a Battery Tender or trickle charger of some type up to your truck. The computer systems in the truck are extremely sensitive and if your battery power gets too low the system starts to get all whacky. We had some deep freeze days last season that got down to -20 or more and the truck went into a limp-mode because the cold drained the battery just enough over night and made the computers act up.
So those are my two suggestions. Take advantage of the first free oil change, after that run something better. If you don't drive a lot hook a Battery Tender up to your truck if you get really cold winters.
Besides that it does what I want, has good power for a four-cylinder in a big truck and drives nice IMO. I'm personally not too concerned about getting the best fuel mileage because it's a truck. If you want good fuel economy buy a small car. I personally have never owned a car so I'm used to big clunky vehicles that aren't good on fuel. I also don't travel a lot or go very far so it's not a big deal for me. :)
I’m a 5.3 guy and my previous truck was a 00’ Sierra and my current truck is a 15’ Sierra. My main reason for not considering the 2.7 is that we tow a Travel Trailer and it’s just under 8,000 pounds and the 2.7 liter is limited to 9,000 pounds when properly equipped so that’s not enough capacity for what we do. If you don’t tow heavier trailers than 9,000 pounds I’m sure it will meet or exceed your expectations. Nice video.
I have the 23 colorado LT 4x4, and so far (2500 miles) its been awesome! It claims the mountains at very low RPM and with the 8 speed transmission, its not constantly changing gears as I go up and down the hills. The gas milage for me in a very hilly city is about 18-19, highway I get 24-27 mpg. My last trip from PA to TN netted me 27.5 MPG from my driveway to my father's driveway. Thats pretty awesome for a 4WD truck.
Never had a Turbo anything till I bought a 2017 F150 with the 2.7 Ecoboost, I’m a old guy and drive it pretty easy do a lil better than the EPA numbers, but I can see where a young younger man could get addicted to spinning up the Turbo, when I was a kid I remember the old guys saying stay out of the 4 barrel carb and it’ll it do pretty good. With what trucks cost now I don’t wanna see anybody get a bad one. I’m wondering if a catch can would help, put one on my F150 years ago and so far no problems
It’s not due to lower pressure. In fact direct injection is at MUCH HIGHER pressure, the issue is the injection is not into the cyl not onto the top of the intake valves thereby not allowing for any cleaning effect from the fuel detergents and resulting in carbon buildup.
Catch can
@@2012listo helps some for sure.
Port injection is above the intake valves
@@Dmac6969 and that's why they taste so good!
Hey, here's a riddle: if burning ANY fuel in ANY closed chamber makes VACUUM(eg: cupping, egg and bottle trick, extinguishing a glass candle with a coaster, etc...), what's pushing our pistons?
Hint: not words. Effects.
They combat the majority of this problem by utilizing port injection as well
I purchased a 2021 2.7L and love it. I tow my 29' travel trailer fully loaded no issues.
I was a GM driveability tech for years. One of the toughest complaints to deal with was explaining fuel economy. Especially in CA where we had the least efficient fuel around.
Yeah, when I'm in CA my GTI always get lower fuel economy then when I'm in Utah. Is it high Ethanol? I can't figure it out.
@@jeffk464 CA requires so many additives to make it burn "cleaner" that it just doesn't produce as much power. So now you have to burn more fuel to produce less emissions.
@@garyandtricia1 yes burning more fuel somehow equals less emissions 🙄 would love for any government official/epa brain try to make it make sense 😂
@@garyandtricia1 And that right there is one of the biggest scams by the biggest scammer when it comes to the whole "Climate Change B.S".
Thanks, Commifornia, I hope you sink in the Pacific one day.
@@GIGABACHI Absolutely
Just bought a Z71 spec with the 2.7 yesterday. It's awesome for what I need. 99% of it's life will just be regular driving but when I need to haul my toys around it's more than capable.
We just picked up a 2022 Custom with the 2.7. So far it’s been great. Audio system kinda sucks but we went for the base model so that’s kinda expected. Other than that no worries. We didn’t get the refreshed interior however 😅
Has Chevy fixed the I-phone interface with the base audio? My 2017 skips continuously when my phone is plugged in.
Don't worry bro the sound system is still ass even with the Bose option, go ahead and swap it out king. 👑
city boys like city boy trucks...
Key Two words " SO FAR " !!!
So they make a 2022 model WITHOUT the updated interior?
I drive a 22’ Silverado (limited so the non HO) with the 2.7 and I absolutely love it. I’ve seen 26mpg on the highway many many times. I’m at 14k miles and I picked the truck up in February so I think I might have a little experience with it.
Thinking about leasing one. I test drove one, I'm going to test a 5.3 but I'm glad to hear you like it. I'm a suckered for turbo noise so I'm leaning towards 2.7
How many miles do you get in city?
@@floridas_own depends on how I drive. Responsibly? Probably 20ish. Like I want to? Lol. Maybe 10
@@lshssprings that’s my problem the truck drives great if u get into it a little, the best I’ve got is 15-16 lol
@@GFG_withMcD I’m in the same boat. I’m in palm beach Florida and there is a light or stop signs every couple of blocks so the stopping and going really kills the mpgs. If I got 20 constantly I would be in heaven. Best highway for me has been 24 average about 15-16 around town.
I know a guy with one of these right now that loves it - and that's before the power upgrade. My 2.7 F150 was great too.
I have one and I love it! I had two 5.3 Z71s and the 4 banger blows it out the water. 430lb of T @ 1500rpm. And I get 18mpg towing a 6×10 trailer
Towing a 6x10 with a lawn mower is not towing my man ….
I got a 22’ 2.7l turbo Sierra last year in February straight off the dealers lot, 26 miles on the odometer and currently have just over 8,400. Went through the break in period for the first 500-3k miles and this truck is a quick, quiet, turbo happy joy to drive. I have the response in the gas pedal to overtake and clear straight stretches no problem. Smooth steering and I drive in the mountains, this truck flies up the steepest hills and the engine/tranny just climb like butter with no surges. My last two trucks were sierras with 5.3l v’8s and this truck is by far my most responsive driving favorite.
It won't last. Physics will win
What are you supposed to do for the break in period if you don't mind me asking?
@@danielbonner8309 in the owners manual it’ll explain for the first 500-3000 miles you shouldn’t labor the engine, no hard accelerations, keep it off the highway for extended periods of time, and the trucks computer will be calculating your driving to calibrate the engines performance during that time. The worst part of the break in period was the hard shifting from 3rd to 2nd, so around 15-20 miles per hour, it went away entirely after break in. I have over 10k miles on the truck and I still love it. It’s a very capable vehicle and people will see how well this engine performs over the years. I would take this 2.7l over the 5.3l any day.
Thanks for the reply! I'm in the dealership now and was very skeptical of a 4banger in a full size. My current Silverado has the 4.3 and it been great 150,000 no issues. So Im pulling the trigger on it. It drives nice just a lil concerned about long term reliability.
@@danielbonner8309 LoL.. Probably gonna be one of the worst decisions you'll ever make
I own a 2.7 and running 75-80 down the interstate I average 22-23 miles per gallon with incredible throttle response I bought it not knowing if I would be impressed being as I prefer dodges or fords but the has legitimately impressed me
If you are impressed by ford's and dodges
I have a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 4.6 V8 I get 21 on the highway. My 2008 Lincoln MKX 3.5 gets 23 on the highway. 12 hour drive going 80 on i10
2022 Custom Crew/Short. The first tank or two was very unimpressive on the mpg but then it got better with break-in. Not sure if it's still getting better after almost three months but at 60mph we get about 24mpg or better and at 75mph we still get close to 23. All in all, we've been averaging around 20mpg per mixed-use tank. The only time you're reminded it's a four-banger is about the first ten seconds at startup, then it smooths out very quietly. I guess it doesn't vroom much but it'll jump off the line without sounding like it's trying. We're loving it! Hard to believe it has a 9700lb. tow rating (I know, the reports vary) but I can't wait to try it out on about half that.
Two things.... well three things that grate me good, thinking about the long term here as far as reliability and longevity of the engine's life. 1)Turbo'd anything under 3.5L, 2)VVT 3)Start/stop. None of those 3 things are what I would want in my vehicles if I want to keep them over 70 or 80k miles.
The 2.7 Turbo shines when it comes to driving. The front end feels nice and light. My wife loves hers and driving around the city is fun. Mpg is okay at maybe 21mpg mixed. My 3.0L diesel is like a economy car doing 26 city and 30-33 highway. I'll have to say that Chevrolet can designs a great truck and hopefully soon, they will start building a great truck too.
21mpg combined on a GASOLINE 1/2 ton truck feels like going to Mars and back for me.
Nobody builds great trucks anymore, especially half tons. They're basically minivans with a bed.... It's a Tahoe with a bed or an expedition with the bed. Durango with a bed... Truck truck shouldn't have struts electric fan electric power steering. Those don't belong in trucks. Not to mention not a grease fitting insight, just gross... Now when you get into the HD market those are real trucks. They're still feeling trucks when you're driving them. They don't feel like cars. They feel like trucks
@@BuiltDifferent13 I appreciate that you enjoy the older trucks and HD models. Half ton trucks are good for those who need a bit more value in their vehicle. They dont need a HD since they dont hotshot or pull trailers but they need to tow or hold things that are beyond the limits of a car. Sure, you can make them handle like crap but It's nice when you drive a truck and it's easy. I enjoy my truck but it isnt my life... It just helps me live the life i want to live
That turbo will wear that motor out so quick that motor is meant for a cruise not a truck just get the v8 or
V6
I have one in my company truck. I run 75 all the time and leave it idle all day and still average 22.5 mpg. I love it
I've got a new Silverado with the turbo 4 and I'm very pleased with it. It has torque out the ass and the other day I =got a little "excited" and stomped the gas peddle , was very surprised it squalled the all terrain tires ( I removed the stock tires and installed 4 Cooper Rugged Trek tires with very aggressive tread)
.. I had to ease up on the gas lol. Very fun truck to drive and it does not lack any power, I was actually a little reluctant to test drive it but I loved the glacier blue paint so much I thought why not, lets' go for a drive just to see what it is like. I was imediately impressed with the "get up and GO" .... took it back to the dealership and put my name on the paperwork. I know a lot of people can't get the "but it's a freaking four cylinder" out of their head but this is NOT yesterday's four banger by a long shot I mean I have the updated 2.7 that has the heavier crank and new style turbo that produces zero lag and a stiffer block with more torque 465 FT LBS , hell that is the same as the diesel. No regrets, do what is right for you.
If you keep it past the the warranty, let us know how it is then
It's a really high performance 4 cylinder. Something you'd expect to find in a top tier sub compact car. Not the type of engine you associate with hauling heavy loads or getting to 300k with minimal issues, which is what most truck buyers want. It'll need to get It's reputation built before the masses reevaluate their position on these power trains.
The same engine without these issues would be great in something like a Tracker.
@@th3ch33ta 310hp Tracker, a late 90s Camaro with a LS1 had 275 SS had like 305
We must live in different countries. more 95% of the trucks I see going down the road are not towing anything and clearly don't have 300k miles. 🤣
The best description I heard concerning todays small turbo engines is "You can have boost, or you can have miles per gallon. You can't have both". I found this to be so true in my previous 2.3L turbo powered Ford Ranger.
This statement cant be any truer. When I keep my foot out of it the mpg is great. The min I start to play and spool up the turbo the mpg rivals my 5.3 with 290,000 miles on it.
Itmis just so damn fun to hear that little turbo whistle and take off. 😆
Because weight is weight physics is physics. You can't change the truth
And then there’s smiles per gallon 😂
It not true though. Not the full truth anyway. It may apply way more to something OEM which is rately optimally tuned, but at this point there are far more than a boatload of first hand accounts of aftermarket boosted situations where MPG goes up ALONG with the fun stuff.
Every engine is different, and that seems to be a glossed over fact by folk harping on that train.
Yup, Eco Boost. You either get Eco or Boost, not both. Having to retrain my girlfriend how to drive the 2019 Escape I bought her as winter beater.
I'm not too concerned with gas in my 5.0 2017 F150 though. I probably should be. Lol.
Just bought my last new truck yesterday. It is a Chevy Silverado with a 2.7 L in it. I have less than a hundred miles on it and love it. I had a Toyota tundra before this one and liked it very much. It was a real bull , power to spare with the 5.7 l engine. I liked everything about it except the fuel mileage. I got this 2.7L because of the great mpg and the wonderful ride that it gives.
Just got mines. Hoping for the best. And yes his right , this engine is fun. So smooth
Honestly love my 2020 2.7 had it for 2 years now and have been using to do pavers. I was pulling a 5 ton trailer around don’t recommend doing it but it’s been good. It’s not good on gas tho with a load
My Dad has a Sierra with this engine, loves it so far. Gas milage is better in my 2018 w/5.3, but he thinks the engine is fine, loves how torquey it is. His is a limited, so it's got less torque, but it still is impressive. Who knows how it will be long term though, he's only leasing it, so he won't have it more than 30,000 miles.
That does not make sense. The 2018 5.3 would be less efficient, unless he is smashing the gas 24/7.
I average 21 mpg mixed driving in my 2020 2.7 4x4 I've driven it 30k miles and never reset the 1st trip calculator I previously had a 2016 with 5.3 17 to 18 mpg was the best average I ever saw the little turbo does not get good fuel mileage for a traditional 4 cylinder but it gets good mileage for a full size 4x4 truck and the power is plenty for me I have never pulled a trailer and only haul a load in the bed occasionally I'm very happy with the one I have
Caleb. I am at 23.1 mph on my 5.3 at 192k. Problem my lifter stuck so getting new motor less AFM. Will see how much difference in mpg. Won’t have to deal with lifter issues anymore. Been with Chevy for decades. Next truck will be a Toyota
I lease everything.havent bought tires or had a vehicle out of warranty for 20 years.
I don't think limited means less torque bud I also don't think this guy knows what he's talking about 😂
I bought the 2023 so far it been great and it looks great. Also I pull a 16 ft . box trailer with it and it pulls really great as well.
I currently have 2 Silverados, 18 1500 and a 2020 3500. I'm skeptical of the 2.7 because it really doesn't get much better mileage than the 5.3, and requires a lot of added complexity to do so. Also if the owner does a fair bit of towing that 4 cyl will have to work harder than the 5.3 will, so my fear is that it won't have good longevity.
I drive pretty easy so I typically exceed the epa economy numbers on my 1500. I run close to 20mpg with my duramax dually in good weather not towing.
The other factor on mileage is the epa tests are typically done with standard size highway treat tires and std wheels. These off road types have bigger, wider, and heavier tires which really has a mileage penalty
Thats a misconception that the small turbo truck engines have to work harder. All the torque is at low rpm, so u dont have to rev the engine out like the V8 to get up to peak torque. And you lose mpg on offroad tires on a V8 too. Damn, LOL
I owned 5.3L before and this 2.7L gets up much quicker!!
But gm reliability has been in the toilet for a long time. Most likely will need to be bailed out again
Completely agree. I own a 2014 5.3 and have driven a 2023 2.7 about 500 miles. The 2.7 felt much smoother, but that’s all tuning. My average mpg was only 21 with primarily highway driving while my 5.3 can get 19.5 with similar use. Makes no sense to do all this for 1.5 mpg and dogging the engine. The turbo is also a risk long term. Overall, a strange engine that doesn’t belong. My next will be the 3.0 duramax
@@tieoneon1614no, its not a misconception. Towing a load is harder on any engine in general, but boost creates more heat in an engine, which is also hard on an engine. So yes, that little engine has it harder than even just a 5.3 does.
I love my 2021 silverado with the 2.7, 17k miles and she’s truckin along like a champ. Very shocking as i’ve had v8 trucks but i’d get this truck everyday of the week and twice on sunday. Not disappointed in the slightest
Really? I like it but I just feel like the v8 is better, just as good fuel mileage and more power probably better resale too
That’s nothing. Let’s see how it is at 80k
@@halogod0298 4 cyl. with turbo charge.... too much for a 4 cycl.. I just see major issues further down the road milage wise.... I have a 5.3 Silverado. 4 door.
@@mikebigeasyrider do you understand how many turboed 4 cylinders are out on the production line in every manufacturers
@@ericdingman3050 not in 1/2 ton trucks. Big difference
There's a lot to be said for strength and simplicity...whats the point if the gas mileage is almost the same as the V8...4 cylinder has to work harder and it's forced induction when a V8 won't even break a sweat. Even with the elevation doesn't make sense for what a trucks purpose is....I did have 3 rams with hemis and they would average 18 plus. Even averaged 20 over a 10 hour trip and back even driving through the mountains of West Virginia.
Absolutely correct as any Eco puss for owner will tell you... Of course I don't like to admit it but the V6 and V8 difference is about 1 mi per gallon combined. Higher cylinder pressures and unbelievable complexity makes the EcoBoost something to stay away from. You just can't justify it for one mile per gallon and the horrible sound that it makes
"4 cylinder has to work harder" - - - THAT is the biggest misconception about this engine. It doesn't work harder and the towing capacity is actually higher than the big V8s since it is lighter in weight. How can anyone argue with the same amount of torque as a diesel engine, that is so impressive. GM actually used the same latest diesel technology and applied it to this engine.
I've been driving this Silverado truck from uhaul and asking myself this truck is powerful but too quiet and wanted to know what V8 Chevy is using, and now I find out it's 2.7l 4 cylinder turbo. That is really shocking. This engine must be an award winning. Ok, so they figure out the weaknesses in the next generation, and it should be the one to get. Better mileage and powerful and not noisy.
I bought my '21 Silverado Custom with the 2.7L turbo engine brand new with 10 miles on the odometer from the dealer back in 2021. Over 2 years (July 2023), I have put on over 29,000 miles; most of it are driven up and down i-70 between Denver and the ski resorts in Colorado. Everything is running so smooth, no problem so far, and I am quite happy with the truck. It hauls me, my friends and our ski/snowboarding gear up and down the mountain with ease and has plenty of torque to help passing semi's or vehicles that have difficulty climbing up steep section on i-70.
I have the 2021 2.7 with 15k miles on it and I have an 02 5.3L with 289k on it. I love both trucks and feel both engines are good. However the 2.7 tows better than my 5.3. If I drive my 2.7 like a respectable adult I get about 19-20mpg around town and about 24-25mpg on the highway. If I put my foot into it and play my mpg goes way down somewhere in the 14-15mpg range. So far I have had no issues with my 2.7. My only complaint is when the transmission goes through the gears for the first time each drive the transition from 3rd to 4th gear seems a little sluggish. Maybe more of a lazy shift. After the first go around through the gears it shifts buttery smooth with no issues. I chose the 2.7 because it will tow all of my trailers that I have at max load with no issues. I tow a 7x14 box trailer every yr down to Florida that weighs in at about 4k lbs my 2.7 doesn't skip a beat. Entering the highway it gets right up to speed and at 60-65 mph I get right around 13mpg if I run 70-75mph I drop to about 10mpg. Wind resistance plays a huge roll in mpg with any truck. My 5.3 would struggle going up any kind of grade with my trailer, where as my 2.7 had 0 issues with any grade..
All in all I think the 2.7 is a great motor for lite duty towing. The tow rating on my truck is almost 9k lbs which is more than I will ever need so it works great for me.
Yeah this has been my experience as well. I have been averaging 23 mpg. Every tank is mixed driving. (Around town, 75 mph on the highway) mine is a ‘22 limited so I do not have the high output motor. After getting over the 4 cylinder sounds, I really cannot complain. I currently have 6k on mine. Historical mileage is 21 mpg.
I wonder if the sluggish 3rd to 4th shift is programmed as to not put too much stress on the torque converter until the fluid warms up. My 06 Trailblazer did that as does my 18 Colorado
I have a 2021 2.7 and have that exact same issue with my transmission. Love the truck other than that. Towed a International 3/4 ton pickup and a golf cart on the trailer from ny to Ohio about 8,000lbs. I was impressed with the torque it had pulling. Could run 75 up hill and had no trouble. Honestly very impressed. Although I want to trade it fir a 2022 with more torque
I hate cylinder deactivation and stop-start, both lead to more problems (over time). DI is also a problem because intake valves have deposits (again takes awhile)
DI is an easy fix. Just use fuel cleaner and walnut blast every so often.
Walnut shell works but its expensive and hardly "easy". Spray cleaners do little to remove valve coking, look up actual before and after videos. DI in forced induction engines is a SERIOUS problem but most dismiss it because the effects are subtle and take time
A catch can helps a lot.
Had it for 2 months ..was skeptical about a 4 cyl. In a full size truck but it surprized me with yhe power.
Still not used to the 4 cyl. Sound but not a huge issue.
Feels great cruising on the highway which is my favorite part of this truck great torque. at low rpms and very quiet.
So far so good.
Will be mindful of the potential valve issue as stated in the video
Have a 2021 2.7 silverado double cab. I was a little skeptical when I bought it new in July of 2021. Honestly I am very happy with this motor. I tow close to its max towing capacity regularly and have no complaints. It pulls a hill at 70 mph without having to barely step on it. At 41,000 miles now I have had 0 issues so far. I will agree with some comments on here that the transmission does a goofy 2-3 shift when you first leave the driveway in the morning and then it's fine after that. Fuel mileage is around 18-20 highway were I live in upstate ny. Probably will be looking to trade it soon for a 2023 with the increased torque rating. Overall would recommend this motor to anyone who is on the fence and I am a GM tech.
Is the paint going to flake off on these new ones???
My 2015 Silverado LTZ looks like a leopard. 😅
@@cotystiehl7260 So far I have not seen that happen on the 19 and up body style. It happens often on the 18 and down. Especially around the wheel well ends. It’s terrible in the salt belt.
I just picked up a 22 custom trail boss refresh with the 2.7 , I’ve always had v8 engines this has impressed me with its get up off the line .the only other engine I would have went for would have been the diesel but there were hardly any around my area. Even this one I had to go 2 states and a few hours drive to get it . But I have no complaints with its power at all .
Agreed but I feel if there was a big mpg difference between 4 and 8 cyl I'd go with the 4 but it seems like the mpg is almost the same so I'd probably go with the 8 or 3.0
Better have the extended warranty...this thing is very high tech.
what is a "refresh"... next generation or something else?
@@hmdwn the truck is refreshed for 22, and the engine has its torque boosted from 348 to 420
I agree, I came from a 2016 Sierra with a 5.3. My 2022 has noticeably more torque, it’s more fun to drive. I wanted the diesel or the 2.7 but gm isn’t making any of the 3.0s. This has a good bit more horsepower and only 30ft pounds less torque than the baby duramax, only downside is it doesn’t get as good gas mileage but that’s not why I buy trucks.
I just got a 2022 4cyl 2.7 turbo Chevy custom 4x4. Took it off-road it worked great! On soft sand and gooey mud. Got it lifted and off-road tires Americus M/T and FEELS GOOD TO BE ABLE TO HIT THE PEDEL TO THE METAL AND NOT WASTE A LOT OF FUEL! Still gives me 19mpg has hidden balls may sound like a car but it does pretty damn well for a 4cyl
I got 2022 refreshed 2.7 this year 25.8mpg at 75 on interstate an combine mostly 23 city around 20 sipper if your easy on it . Pulled my 8x10 dump trailer (3500lbs empty) loaded with heavy garbage bags on 70mph highway never down shifted up hills an revved up hills as my 2010 v8 did was 16mpg towing dump trailer so far liking my truck I don't haul trailers all the time but was impressed in this truck smoother pull than my older v8
Have a 2018 F-150 that has so far delivered unsurpassed reliability performance. No problems just keeps going and going. Excellent gas mileage. I just love this power plant and truck.
This is the truck I had on my radar to buy for the longest time, but after so many research and taking in consideration the gas price and the type of travel trailer we are getting, we decided to get a 2022 GMC Canyon V6 and I love it. It comes with all the basic stuff included already to safety haul our new trailer. Even though the Canyon is a Mid-Size truck it is super powerful and strung. I’m in love with my truck.
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Awesome. The Canyon is a good truck and the 3.6 is a nice engine. Having been around since 2015, all the kinks are hopefully worked out by now. There is a redesigned version coming out in 2023 with the 2.7 turbo 4 as the only engine option. How is your fuel economy on the 3.6?
@@joeraptor1 I took my truck this weekend for its first road trip test, 26 hrs from Central Florida to El Paso Texas and I have to say the fuel economy for a V6 surprised me. I expected to made frequent stops for gas but no, I only stop 4 times on our way here. The truck is making around 29mpg in highway. So far the truck had responded more than I expected, def I am super happy with my purchase. Thanks for asking brother
Good luck with that 3.6L, its s piece of junk
@@jibrilthegreat35 this engine has been around since the late 90’s. It’s the new version of the good 3.8 liter engine
Definitely more powerful than my 01 suburban if this truck was in my budget and the 5.3 or 6.2 weren't I would definitely buy this. With that said I definitely would have to try all three before I could say if I would buy this over a 5.3 or 6.2 for the same price
I've got the 2021 silverado 2.7 turbo and I love it! I'm getting 22.6 miles per gallon great truck great acceleration and very smooth
Have a 2.7L Sierra Elevation and love it. Could not be happier. Tows 9000lbs (more than enough for me) and gets great fuel milage.
I'm about to buy one any concerns?
I bought my '22 2.7L Turbocharged Silverado 4WD Crew cab a little over a month ago. Smooth ride, quick with its acceleration, getting about 21-23mpg driving through the city. Highway I've seen 25. Very nice truck since i previously upgraded from a 2014 1500 Silverado that had a v6. Very big difference.
Does yours take a while accelerate when you slow down at speed or is it just me with a lemon?
@@Cuhh346 not generally no. I do feel a little turbo lag every now and again but sometimes I feel it and others the turbo is right there. But that’s normal.
my 2021 have had no issues drives super smooth! Came from a v6 tacoma and it’s a huge difference
I have the 2020 that I brought for my wife. I thought I was gonna hate it, but I actually love it.
@Chano Leyva My tacoma was in the shop 3 times while under warranty 1. Fuel pump 2. Leaf spring squeak 3. door locks going out mind you it had less than 28k miles .. I have no complaints on the silverado and put 11k miles in one year time will tell how she does!
I've got 25k miles on my 2021, and I've had zero problems. I average around 18 or 19 mpg, and about 24 mpg on the highway. I love it, I do wish it had a better sound but that isn't that important to me. The turbo lag thing is a little silly to me, it's a truck not a race car lol it doesn't have any problem getting up and going though. All in all, i'd get the 4 cylinder again if given the chance but I'd get 4 wheel drive next time.
Yeah man, really great review..25k miles lol...comment back when that engine makes 150k miles.
@@Oakshang I plan on trading it in around 60k miles
I didn't notice any turbo lag. I had my Yukon XL Denali 6.2L in the shop for lifters and they gave me a 2023 Silverado with 2.7L. I drove it for about a week and didn't want to give it back. I popped the hood and it was a 2.7. Surprised for sure, but I knew it wasn't any V8 just from the sound. It had v8 power for sure. Id buy one for sure
I got the Chevy 21 Silverado 2.7 lt
At first no complaints, 32000 miles later had to take it in for valve body issue and clutch plates not happy
Debating if I should trade it in or not
I test drove it, felt peppy to me too. I had one with turn down exhaust and you could hear the turbo a ton!
Ben: I always watch your videos eventhough I do not comment on every one. I enjoyed to conversation about fuel economy. I also like when you drive around. I look at the cities and streets you share in Utah. I see you have a haircut too. You keep driving and testing and sharing.
Thanks grandma! We miss you too 😂
Those AFM/DFM lifters have been the bane of GM engines for awhile now. This would be a great engine, especially in the Colorado if they fixed or axed those lifters
I havent heard of any issues with the 2.7 lifter issues only with the V8s
2.7l have a different system
Carbon build-up is not due to lower fuel pressure, direct injection operates in the thousands of P.S.I. range. The build- up is because direct injectors spray fuel directly into the cylinder rather than in the intake port aimed at the intake valve. Therfore the intake valves don't get washed with fuel each time the injector fires.
I have a 2022.5 2.7 65k miles so far haven't had no issues , but im impressed with the power on this 4 cilinder , i towed a boat a rasor on trailer and it towes like a v8
I love my 2.7 It's fun to drive. Wanted to try something different other the a V8 or V6.
The same thing you said about women
People will scowl at it until they put their egos aside and test drive it, after that they will change their mind about it. It is all preconcieved false information leftovers from the four cylinder Ford Pintos that they try to apply to this new GM engine lol
5.3 was the only engine I've had blow up on me. It did have 260k miles on it though. But they are plentiful. Got a 100k well maintained 5.3 out of a wrecked Silverado for $1,200 paid a mechanic $700 to pull the bad one and put in the good one. So for $2k I was back on the road. Still drive it today, has 370k on it now. No issues. 2006 z71 Silverado.
Now a days 5.3 blows up less than 60000 miles.
what a utterly meaningless comment for today..
@@reserva120 square up then
@@Wild-Wisdom sure..
@@reserva120 do you struggle with simple tasks?
I just recently purchased a 2022 Chevy Silverado with the 2.7. Truck ran fine until the first oil change. Truck started to leak oil, took it back they stated two oil rings were bad. Now I have a transmission issue only in the morning I will start off and when it changes to 2nd and 3rd it slips! Have not checked yet but will be taking it in! I enjoy the truck but beginning to wonder if it will last 100,000 miles.
I have a 2020 LT. I love it. 37k miles, 2 purge pumps and pinion seal are the only problems I've had. The 8 speed trans is not great, but GM says its a reliable transmission.
Would they actually say it wasn't ?? 🤔
Sure,and a Toyota truck would have been trouble free
The 2.7 on my friends Silverado has been awesome. My friend has been all over the place with his Silverado and no issues. This guy is trying to scare you but its been a great engine so far.
Give it a few years. Junk
@@halogod0298Be careful making uneducated comments. So far there have been zero major issues out of the motor. The internals are very strong and built to diesel motor standards.
@@calebniederhofer6529 give it a few more years. Time will tell.
@@halogod0298 You made the comment saying the motors were junk lol.
I've been driving my 2020 Silverado for 2 full years now and it's been surprisingly good for me. I have averaged 20.2 mpg for the 18k since new in a full size crew cab truck. My last was a 2017 Colorado V6 and the averaged 18mpg for the 30K I drove it. I lease so I am not concerned about longevity but I absolutely do think this little motor is working way harder than the 5.3 V8 and long term reliability could be a concern. I won't hesitate to lease another next year.
Car payments forever. No bueno. Freedom is owning your vehicles free and clear.
Long term reliability is where these 2.7s will not last especially because of the turbos but only time will tell.
Turbo’s do likely mean some extra care. Then again, maintenance is necessary for all cars. Lots of turbo diesels moving goods all over the country.
@@4thhorseman9 HP per liter would probably be a more determinant factor as far as engine longevity is concerned.
@@4thhorseman9 As a truck driver, I can tell you that trucks built in the last 15 years are FAR from trouble free.
Coming from a 5.3 6sp Silverado, and having spent a week(~900 miles) driving a 2.7 8sp, I am anxiously looking forward to getting a 2.7 Colorado. I’m a spirited driver, and the 2.7 is just so much more responsive and fun to drive.
I have a 2019 Silverado 1500 2.7 Turbo 4cyl. I got it in 2019 brand new. I am currently at 65k miles and I have had check engine light turn on at least 3times since I got it. I have had to take it to be repaired at about 32k miles (can’t remember what exactly from powertrain) but warranty covered it… and just a few days ago I got it back after 3wks of it being in dealership because of check engine light code p0014 and p0017. With message saying reduced engine power.They told me the camshaft exhaust solenoid actuators needed to be replaced and it may be needing timing chain replacement. After replacing actuators the CEL still came up so they ran another diagnostic and said they found a messed up exhaust camshaft selenoid bolt. I had to pay $700 out of pocket because warranty didn’t cover my second diagnostic and didn’t cover what the full dealer labor fees were. To change stupid bolt it was $700 labor and part. Everything total was $1600. I’m hoping I don’t have any more problems because my warranty expires in 5k more miles. I just think how many times I’ve had to take it to dealership for repairs. Months after I first got it my electrical radio system was glitching and shutting off and freezing and sometimes screen would be black. They fixed issue though
Seen alot of these through my dealership. Flawless performance. No customer complaints.
I drove one of these for 47k miles over 1 year.
Engine needed major repairs to the heads @20k and failed at 47k requiring replacement.
GM argued over the warranty extensively @47k.
I was afraid I'd hear that. I'm getting either a '22 or '23 Canyon/Colorado. Wanna go for the "new gen" '23, but I can't get into the fact that it's a turbo 4 banger for the reasons you mentioned.
@@timbermannh Your warranty will be worthless when GM goes bankrupt again Timbermannh. These engines will die before you get to 2024!
Now we're getting the truth about reliability. I figured there's too much wizbang tech going on there to be good they should just keep it simple
What was their argument over warranty coverage? Did it run low on oil? I've noticed that kind of behavior with Toyota lately. The new engine in the 2022+ Tundra is failing like crazy and they try to push back and accuse the owner of not taking care of it. Like owners are supposed to know that Toyota's stance on oil consumption is that it's "normal" for their engines to burn 1 quart every 1200 miles. Not everyone checks their oil level at every gas station fill-up like a lunatic.
@@richardcarr6493 So the 30 people that say they're happy and have no issues with the engine don't count, but one guy reporting an issue is "the truth about reliability?" 🤡
Bought a 2019 new with the 2.7 L turbo when they first came out. It replaced my 5.3. I love the little 4 banger! Get 18.5 mpg around town. With the 5.3 I got 15. Both were NOT 4 wheel drive but they did have the trailer towing package. It’s not for everyone but if you’re looking for a daily driver and you don’t tow much it’s an attractive option. You get the utility of a full size truck with the gas mileage of a small truck.
38,000 kilometers on my '22. Tows a 25ft RV loaded up without issue - long hills in the middle of summer heat included. Very smooth and quiet overall coming from a F150 2.7. The only issue I've had was a leaking oil cooler fixed under warranty. Fuel economy is 8.5L/100k highway and 11 to 12 mixed, with Firestone XT's.
Let us know after 300,000 kiloms how you feel
My 2.7 Silverado is about to touch 45,000 miles. Regularly scheduled oil changes and tire rotations. About time for new air filters. The 8 speed tranny is finiky shifting from 1st to 2nd but after that the turbo kicks in and feels good to the touch going 80 on cruise control. I've noticed some engine shake when running park around 28,000 miles. It's weird the way it comes and goes. I recently poured a bottle of Chevron fuel cleaner into the tank almost completely empty and put 128 dollars of Chevron premium and let me tell you the engine must love that shit because my throttle response and acceleration feels like it did when I drove her off the lot. Once I do the 45000 mile maintenance which includes a tranny flush air filters and some new general grabber tires I'll write a review. Getting 18.3 mpg if I'm driving like and asshole and really stepping on it to get that turbo to spool. 20 to 24 on mph on the highway with the windows up and ac off going 75 to 80 mph.
Sounds like carbon build up is occurring. Reducing you throttle response and peak power
How many miles now and how is the 2.7 holding up? I'm considering the new colorado in 2.7.
Hi Ben, great video. I work in the Forest Industry, and use dusty roads almost daily. Would you think that there's a bit more danger in buying the 2.7 over the 5.3, or are the air filters good enough to not ever have to worry about dust?
Pretty sure it’s the Same airbox but don’t quote me in that
Just turned 36000 on my 2019 . 4.3 V6. No problems at all! Great mpg.
I was leary of buying my 2021 silverado with the 2.7l it now has 83k on it and I've had no issues at all. I replaced the cold air induction and it gave it even more pep. I really love my truck. Would I buy another 2.7 probably not but only because you can't mod it to much. But it's been very dependable for me.
Every thing is great when new. I'll wait to hear 5 or more year reviews.
True. Lots of guys rave about the reliability of their 3rd gen Tacoma. Then the engine suddenly grenades at 100k miles without warning.
I have one of these trucks with a few hundred miles shy of 20K. It has been excellent in every respect. I pull a boat that weighs about 3500 pounds without knowing it is back there. My overall mileage runs about 21.5 mpg. If I run the back roads it averages over 25 mpg. Interstate…about 20 mpg.
First person I have seen Post true fuel mileage,some of these guys either exaggerating or don't measure accurate
I have a 22 Chevy Silverado custom with the 2.7l. Trust me coming from diesel trucks, big Hemi V8s, I was a bit concerned about a 4 cylinder truck. Let me say this is the 348lbs tq 2.7l. Gas mileage is roughly 18-21 on average for me in Ohio. Its really odd hearing a 4 cylinder full sized truck accelerate as you mentioned. But i will say the power of this truck is plenty for what i do anymore, ive trailered a few cars, loaded some firewood, hauled a few things and its solid for just that. It honestly got better fuel mileage in hauling the same car than a 6.0 powerstroke 3/4 ton my family has. It pulled the car better imo as well. Its such a breeze to drive. Bought the truck with 7 miles on it and it now has 24k miles and it hasnt skipped a beat. Hope it continues this way.
Bought one cash …..2023 I literally drive it through Texas and out on 10k miles in about 2 1/2 months!!!!! Say what you want! ……. She handles excellent picks up speed nicely and it’s just an everyday commute truck no super heavy towing or pulling, so far it’s working great and has been. My wife has a CX-90 and that’s nice too. I loaded the back and have driven the Silverado plenty all I can say is it’s personal opinion, if you need a 4x4 and towing capacity well then good for you. Don’t shit on folks who just need a pick up for everyday use. To each thier own.
I just got my Silverado 2.7 Turbo and it’s surprisingly amazing. My previous truck was a Ram Rebel ( 5.7 Hemi ) and I don’t miss it at all.
You will ! You will !!!!
This thing has a different style of cylinder deactivation that is not even remotely close to the v8 pushrod style. It shifts the rocker arm to different profiles on the cam for cam lift variation. This includes cylinder deactivation mode. The v8s use collapsible lifters with toggles that lock the lifters in collapse mode to deactivate the cylinders. These get worn and stick when subject to insufficient oil maintenance. My personal opinion is that the recommended intervals are too long.
Change your oil at 5k and use quality lubricants and your engine should live a long life.
Mobile 1 or Penzoil?
Have a refreshed 22 silverado LT with 2.7 engine . Love it. No issues.
Ford 2.7L Ecoboost has no turbo lag, and they attain or exceed EPA estimates without effort (I have had two of them). I swapped my 3.31 ring and pinion for a 3.73 in my Supercab 4x2 and my mpg went up! So not all boosted engines experience lag, and not all trucks disappoint on EPA estimates.
I shopped Silverados back in 2015 and remember seeing 12mpg on the dash. I got out and handed the keys back.
My 2.7L 2021 Silverado has been great so far. Smooth, reliable and no issues at all. I always follow regular service program also.
Does your 2021 require premium gas?
@@scox7760 No it isn’t required and runs great on regular gas.
@@scox7760 I use 91. I can tell a definite difference when I use 87 vs 91. The turbo leaves somethin on the table for sure, with 87 octane
Wouldnt a catch can help reduce the carbon build up ? I am very interested in one of these 2.7L Custom's. They are the best value truck on the market at the moment ( in my area ). I don't tow, or haul heavy and could care less about the exhaust sound. I do love a good V8 exhaust, but I like quality sound system better lol.
they use them on other direct injection engines GM makes
Best value truck now, but in 3-4 yrs it'll be worth shit! So that just takes the cost of ownership double vs say the diesel, when u sell the diesel in 3-4 yrs u just about get your money back
@@kwmiked Sort of true. A slow selling new truck might be an undesirable used truck. But attitudes are changing.
Good luck seeing those still on the road in 20 years.
2022 and after 18,000 miles the brake module locked the truck up after parking it. 3 weeks later dealer fixed it and said the module was $2,000 which i didn’t have to pay for. That’s the only complaint. Mpg about 24 in town. May get the 2023 Ram with 5.7 hemi soon.
I’ve had my 2021 Silverado Custom with the 2.7 for 2 years now and I absolutely love it it’s a great truck and honestly I don’t know why people knock it so much even my wife loves driving it cause it has so much torque behind it
I'm torn whether or not to upgrade to a 2020 rst 2.7L turbo from 2015 5.3 v8. Both have over 40k miles and my 5.3L kbb valued at $28k trade in while 2020 is priced at $38k. So basically, upgrade for $10k. Is it really an upgrade though as this guy is going back and forth on the subject 🤔
A lot of the problems do come down to a lack of maintenance. Regular oil changes or even a delayed oil change could be a he cause of lifter issues.
That's usually the case with a lot turbo engines. Use shitty old conventional oil.
I just got the 2024 2.7 Silverado right before Thanksgiving... and besides the sound of the 4-banger zing sound, I'm really diggin it LOL! Now I say that because I also own a 2006 Silverado 5.3 L with Flows & Cold Air Intake, etc.
Being that I like REAL power in my trucks, I chopped off the Muffler and the Resonator within days of buying the 2.7... I also installed a K&N Cold Air Intake. Still doesn't sound like the OG V8, but it's got a little more umph to it LOL.
As far as the EPA stuff, I observed that you actually maximize & realize the true savings during loooong (and FLAT) drives at a low & steady RPM... I actually got as high as 22.7 mpg on an 85 mile trek. Also, if was able to get 19 mpg "IN-TOWN"!! But the key is to keep with low RPM's. And it's not as bad as you think. Even tho you think you're going slow because you're trying to be mindful of the gas, you're actually puttin out good power & speed.
HOPE THIS HELPS!!!
Love my 2.7! 24 mpg!! It would be better with the 10 speed , but mine does great
I absolutely love my turbo; I got the 22 refresh and it’s excellent. Had it about 3 weeks now and I’m pleased. If I wanted to race or whatever I would get in my Camaro 😏
Just got a 22 Custom with the multi flex tailgate. I love it. Rides smooth with good gas mileage.
I had my refresh turbo for 3 months and towed a 33ft travel trailer no problem.
As a sales guy for GM I was so thrilled the first time I drove the refresh. My job has become so much easier. And I'm SO looking forward to the 2.7 in the Colorado for 23
You’re happy now.. good luck working on it .. AND trying sell it down the road.
@@cheeto225 no plans on selling and I’ll take it to Chevy to work on it if needed. I am very Happy 😊 Beats my F150 v8 all around.
Had my 2.7 for about a year now, don’t miss my 5.3. If I watch it I can get good mileage. On a recent highway trip to the other side of state I got 28 MPG (140 mile trip). It was ideal conditions. Have not done much towing yet.
I recently drove my 2018 crew cab 4x4 with 5.3 from south Mississippi to Beaumont Texas, doing the interstate speed limit of 70 and averaged 25mpg for the entire trip
Any issues with the 8 speed transmission?
@@wallymoreno1745 Only have 11,000 miles but no issues with anything so far.
@@philipcharteris1630 that’s because you aren’t doing truck stuff
I have a 2021 GMC 2.7L I traded in a 2017 GMC 5.3L lease. They had no V8's on the lot so I took the GMC 2.7L I haul a 12ft single axle trailer with a 60" zero-turn lawn mower to do the lawns at my rentals. I LOVE this truck. I do believe it is quicker than my 5.3L. I haven't actual checked the mileage but the computer says I'm getting as much as 29.9 mpg on a long trip.
Mines 34 or 36 mpg on long trips. The best is 39.8, bit it was right after I got it, and my wife got that high score. The most I get is 35 on the regular. Has to be flat roads at 55mph though.
@@privilegedwhitemale306 I got a new best yesterday at 30.5 mpg and filled up at a gas station at $3.18 a gallon.
@@dwightneisler3844 55mph, windows up, Ac off, cruise on, is the recipe. 30 is pretty good. Enjoy your new truck!
I have the 2021 custom. The truck is fast. 20,000 on it so far. No issues. These trucks were hard to get when I bought mine. None on the lot. I got the last one. And it’s definitely quicker than the 5.3. I get 24 miles per gallon.
Hey Ben, this engine is a sleeper for sure. I have a 2021 2.7 4x4 with 40k miles. Avg mpg is 22.6 and I've gotten over 30 on state roads. Wish I had the upgraded torque, but this engine rocks
bullcrap....only way you are getting those numbers is driving down a mine shaft. REAL NUMBERS in a double cab 4x4 15 city, 20 at 75 mph, and 25 at 65 mph........REAL NUMBERS
@@chadhaire1711 Not true at all. I'm literally at 22.6 mpg over 39,000+ miles. On the interstate I average 24-25 and on state roads I've hit 31.3 on a 60 mile trip. City is usually 19-21
My 2022 2.7L 4X4 Crew Cab gets 16mpg and I drive it easy....
@@chadhaire1711 the most i got was 17mpg on that engine so id have to agree
@@christianmendoza6391 The Ford 2.7 is quicker and gets 20% better mileage to boot.
Ford uses port and direct injection to avoid valve coking in 5.0, 2.7, and 3.5. Just sayin.
Yeah uh , every morning my 3.5 on a cold start would puff a little black smoke out def they still have a carbon build of issue and it started around 17k miles, not to mention the f ing chain tensioner rattle. All 3 are a pos. But we still buy … amazes me lol
Yeah - Ford had the issue but they fixed it on F150s about 5 years ago. Getting great economy and performance my 2.7l. The bronco thing is really weird.
It only REDUCES coaking...a little bit. The problem remains. Get a catch can...they work.
I bought a 2022 a few months ago and I love it. It has all the power of a v8 I'm still waiting to tow something with some weight to it to see how it handles.. I have 13,000 miles on it and the only issue I have found with it is I have to start it and let it run for a few minutes, if not then when I go to take off I get a short hesitation. So far knock on wood no other issues.
Ben thank you for the RAW truth appreciate all of your informative content. Kudos!!!
I’ve had absolutely no problem with the guy in the middle, the 5.3 V8. My 2015 with 120,000 miles. I turn the Deactivation system off at 20,000 miles. With a Cold air intake and dual exhaust for modifications it has been bulletproof !
its just a shame that the tech is such shit that customers are having to go in and turn off the tech so as not to lessen the life of their motors. all in the name of "gas savings"
@@jamescampbell720 Exactly!
What program did you use to turn it off?
@@ludah99 a number of things can do it.
Range Technology makes a module that plugs into your ODB port that turns it off. Pro: Its plug and play, doesnt register the product to your specific VIN, so you can swap it between any of your 5.3L vehicles you own without issue. CON: it has to stay plugged into your ODB port to work.
Tuners like Superchips or Diablo also sell tuners which have the option to remove it. I upgraded tire size so I purchased the FlashCal to recalibrate my speedometer so it was accurate, and it also has the option to disable your AFM/DOD system. Pro: Fixes it without needing anything to remain plugged into car, offers other features also.
Con: Registers to your VIN so you cant use it on other vehicles.
guaranteed
@@jamescampbell720 awesome info, I got a 2014 Sierra with the 5.3 and 110,000 on it and wouldn’t mind turning that crap off to prolong it another 100,000
I don't think the lifters actuate in the 2.7 for AFM. Doesn't the cam slide to either low lift, high lift, or shutdown 2 cylinders?
It does both. The center cylinders can "deactivate"
Dual overhead cam design engines do not possess lifters. AFM in 2.7 turbo is achieved by sliding camshaft, disengaging the center 2 cylinders. The Colorado (& Canyon, I assume) have an "ECO" icon that illuminates when engine afm is activated / 2 cyl mode. It's my understanding Silverado & Sierra 2.7 turbo equipped engines do not notify driver when in afm mode. Happens rarely, according to my new Colorado owner buddy.
I purchased my 2023 1500 Silverado 2.7L Turbo in June and have 25,000 miles on it. I am a farmer and drive a lot of hard miles. So far I am very impressed. My last truck was a 2019 Ford F-150 5.0 L V8 and I haven't noticed any drop off in performance and am gaining about a 5-6 MPG improvement in fuel economy.
If this engine holds up I will be very happy with it.
Only thing i disagree is the autostart, i have a 2020 custom 5.3 and my below 50 degrees the heat goes on.I was surprised