Does GM 6.2 V8 require premium gas?
GM recommends using 93 octane gasoline for its top-of-the-line 6.2-liter V-8-equipped trucks. The owner’s manual does state as low as 87 octane is acceptable for the engine. However, to achieve maximum performance and fuel economy you must use 93.
Which Chevy 1500 has the best gas mileage?
When paired with the available Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, the strongest, most advanced Silverado ever offers power and capability along with a best-in-class 33 MPG highway. And with best-in-class towing and a class-leading 30 MPG highway,† Colorado offers power and efficiency along with midsize versatility.
How many horsepower is a 6.2 liter engine?
420 horsepower
The 6.2L with DFM — the largest and most powerful gas V-8 in the segment — is manufactured at GM’s Tonawanda engine plant in New York. It is SAE-certified at 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 460 lb-ft of torque (623 Nm) and paired with a Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 6.2 Chevy a good engine?
The Chevy 6.2 engine and the transmissions have proven to last in excess of 250,000 miles and beyond. With regular service intervals and proper maintenance they can last 10-20 years or over 250,000 miles. Yes, this General Motors developed 6.2-liter V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) is a real engineering wonder.
What 1 ton truck gets the best MPG?
The Winner Is: Chevy Silverado 1500 2WD! It gets 33 MPG highway, 22 MPG city, and 27 MPG combined. The GMC Sierra 1500 is basically the same truck, but fuel economy figures are lower at 30 MPG highway, 23 MPG city, and 26 MPG combined.
Is there a truck that gets 30 mpg?
The pickup trucks that can reach the 30mpg are the GMC Sierra with the Duramax Diesel, the Ram 1500 with the etorque engine, and the Silverado with the Dynamic Fuel Management. Of course if you want to go a little smaller, you can get the Ford Ranger with the 2.3 Liter ecoboost as well.