2024 Chevrolet Silverado
Double Cab 4WD Trail Boss 5.3L V-8 4WD
What the Double Cab 4WD Trail Boss 5.3L V-8 adds over the Regular Cab 2WD 2.7L Turbo
| Spec | Regular Cab 2WD 2.7L Turbo | Double Cab 4WD Trail Boss 5.3L V-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4500 lbs | 5250 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4410 lbs | 5130 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2700 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 355 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.7L Turbo DOHC VVT DI with Active Fuel Management | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management |
| Valve configuration | Dual-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
| Fuel tank capacity | 28.3 gal | 24 gal |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 10.9 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6700 lbs | 7000 lbs |
| Front headroom | 43.1 in | 43 in |
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 22 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Overall height | 75.7 in | 78.3 in |
| Overall length | 210.9 in | 231.9 in |
| Overall width | 81.1 in | 81.2 in |
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks |
| Rear suspension type | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks |
| Tire size | P255/70R17 | LT275/65R18 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 10 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | aluminum |
| Wheel width | 8 in | 8.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 3.0L DOHC I-6 Turbo-Diesel – 305 hp / 495 lb.-ft. torque, Fuel tank capacity: Double Cab / Crew Cab 24 gal. / 91 liters (22 gal. / 83 liters for 2WD diesel models)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | vented disc |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 10.9 in |
| Overall height | 78.3 in |
| Overall length | 231.9 in |
| Overall width | 81.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 147.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 5300 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management |
| Valve configuration | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 355 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 15 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 19 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 24 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 43 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.5 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.2 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 66 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 64.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks |
| Rear suspension type | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | LT275/65R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5250 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5130 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 7000 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety3 std · 0 opt
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four-wheel disc brakes with DuralifeTM rotors, vented front and rear
- Four-wheel disc with electro-hydraulic power assist and ABS
Exterior1 std · 4 opt
- 17-in. x 8-in. steel wheels (standard)
- 17-in. x 8-in. aluminum wheels (available) optional
- 18-in. x 8.5-in. aluminum wheels (available) optional
- 20-in. x 9-in. aluminum wheels (available) optional
- 22-in. x 9-in. aluminum wheels (available) optional
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- 10-speed automatic transmission (10L80) – 3.0L, 5.3L and 6.2L
- 2.7L Turbo DOHC VVT DI with Active Fuel Management – 310 hp / 431 lb.-ft. torque
- 3.0L DOHC I-6 Turbo-Diesel – 305 hp / 495 lb.-ft. torque
- 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management – 355 hp / 383 lb.-ft. torque
- 8-speed automatic transmission (8L90) – 2.7L
- Fuel tank capacity: Double Cab / Crew Cab 24 gal. / 91 liters (22 gal. / 83 liters for 2WD diesel models)
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
- Independent coil-over-shock front suspension with twin-tube shock absorbers
- Rancho shocks (with Z71 package)
- Solid axle rear suspension with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 Silverado. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Double Cab 4WD Trail Boss 5.3L V-8
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Double Cab 4WD Trail Boss 5.3L V-8 add over the Regular Cab 2WD 2.7L Turbo?
Against the Regular Cab 2WD 2.7L Turbo, 2 features become standard that the Regular Cab 2WD 2.7L Turbo does not and 26 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.