The most noteworthy change for the 2020 model year is the Silverado 1500’s new optional 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engine. This powerplant was intended to be released on last year’s Silverado 1500 but it was delayed in the certification process. While Ford and Ram trucks get a V6 diesel unit, the Silverado’s Duramax diesel engine is a straight-six, which generates more torque, runs more smoothly and is more balanced. There’s no doubt this engine will be a popular choice at Chevrolet dealerships in Moscow.

The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com wrote: “The Silverado deploys technology and smart engineering to make it lighter, more fuel-efficient and roomier than its predecessor. It’s a strong and reliable performer with a broad range of abilities, while spanning from utilitarian Work Truck to high-class High Country trim levels. Any buyer seeking a new full-size truck should absolutely investigate the 2020 Silverado.”

The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can be configured in several different ways. There are eight trim levels, listed as Work Truck (WT), Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ and High Country. There are three cab styles (Regular, Double Cab and Crew Cab) and two cargo bed sizes (Standard and Long).

There are many engine options and transmissions, along with two cylinder deactivation systems. The 4.6-liter V6 develops 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a six-speed automatic. This engine features Active Fuel Management (AFM), which shuts down half the cylinders to boost fuel economy. The 2.7-liter turbo-four with AFM generates 310 hp and 348 lb-ft of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic. The base unit is a V8 that makes 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. This engine is offered in different configurations: with AFM and a six-speed automatic gearbox, and with Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) and an eight- or ten-speed automatic. The upgraded 6.2-liter V8 with DFM develops 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, mated to the 10-speed automatic.

The new 30-liter turbodiesel inline-six engine is good for 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. It’s mated to the 10-speed automatic gearbox.

The 2020 Silverado 1500 now has best-in-class towing capacity. With the 6.2-liter V8 and the Max Trailering package, the Silverado 1500 can pull up to 13,400 pounds. There are several advanced towing tech features, including memory settings for five trailer profiles. The available rear camera can now display 15 views behind and around the trailer, and a smartphone app allows the driver to monitor the trailer’s tire pressure and check the lights, a job that previously required two people. If someone tries to disconnect the trailer while the truck’s locked, it will sound an alarm.