Spy Photographers Take a Peek at the Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra Diesel’s Underside

vh_supra26 · Sep 6, 2017

New spy photos have given us our first detailed look at the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Diesel.

Spy photographers caught this prototype testing in Colorado and managed to get photos of its underside, revealing its suspension setup. The photos also show the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank and diesel particulate filter, confirming an oil burner will be offered on the next Sierra, just like the Silverado.

As for engine, there are still a few options the American automaker could be going with. Rumors suggest there’s a Navistar 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine that’s a possibility, and GM has a 4.5-liter diesel V8 it could put into production. Another rumor has GM upgrading the turbocharger and injectors on its 2.8-liter four-cylinder diesel used in the Colorado and Canyon small pickups.

With the GMC Sierra 1500 moving to an aluminum body, the weight shed may allow a four-cylinder engine to offer adequate performance.

Expect the standard gasoline engines to be refined for the new pickup, with a turbocharged V6 engine likely joining the lineup. The 10-speed automatic transmission found on the Camaro ZL1 is also expected on certain models.

The 2019 GMC Sierra should arrive late next year.
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Skrain · Sep 6, 2017

Either GMC changed their Logo, someone mocked up a fake grille, OR, that's a Blue Oval in the middle of the grille!

vh_supra26 · Sep 6, 2017

Check out the 2019 Chevy Silverado's angled headlights and updated interior

It appears Chevy is staying the course with the 2019 Silverado. This latest batch of spy shots shows prototypes photographed in Michigan with lightly updated styling inside and out and what appears to be a different exhaust setup, suggesting new powertrains are being tested.

The big change looks to be the headlights, which are still fairly close to the current generation. We think we see more of an angle than today's truck, which echoes the design from 1999 to 2007. The light strip, which has become one of the Silverado's signature design cues up front, is still there, and the grille and bumper look slightly different, too.

Inside, the layout is close to today's model with an infotainment system in the center with knobs and buttons below. The screen looks larger, which would be in keeping with contemporary trends. The driver's display is covered up, suggesting something new might be at play there. The current truck uses analogue gauges.

These mules are heavily camouflaged, though we don't expect dramatic styling changes for this new generation. Like Ford did with the F-150, Chevy usually takes a light hand with its redesigns of the Silverado, mindful its loyal customers prefer familiarity.

AutoPacific and other experts predict the Silverado will make greater use of aluminum and other materials in a bid to reduce weight and improve fuel economy. These shots also show a prototype with a side exhaust – previously the Silverado was seen with only rear exhaust setups.

Silverado volume was down 19.7 percent in April as the General Motors cut sales to fleets and incentive spending. Silverado sales have dipped down 5.8 percent this year to 168,621 units, though it remains Chevy's best-selling vehicle by far.
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https://www.autoblog.com/2017/05/04/2019-chevy-silverados-angled-headlights-spy-shots/

Toyko Joe · Sep 6, 2017

That covered badge in the front looks a lot like an oval FORD emblem but Everything else screams GMC/Chevrolet.

Boerseun · Sep 6, 2017

Skrain said: ↑

Either GMC changed their Logo, someone mocked up a fake grille, OR, that's a Blue Oval in the middle of the grille!
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Toyko Joe said: ↑

That covered badge in the front looks a lot like an oval FORD emblem but Everything else screams GMC/Chevrolet.
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They do that on purpose; part of the disguise

Toyko Joe · Sep 6, 2017

Boerseun said: ↑

They do that on purpose; part of the disguise
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OOPS I don't know how I missed @Skrain 's post.

vh_supra26 · Sep 6, 2017

A new set of spy photos has revealed that the American automaker is testing a diesel engine under the hood of its Silverado pickup. This was obvious when the test truck pulled into a gas station and filled up with the green handled pump reserved for diesel fuel. One of Chevy’s engineers even filled up a yellow gas container, also usually reserved for diesel.

Exactly what this diesel engine will be is still unknown, with rumors pointing to a 4.5-liter V6 unit. It is also possible that GM will crank up the output of the smaller 2.8-liter Duramax four-cylinder diesel found in the Canyon and Colorado. If the Silverado loses enough weight with the upcoming redesign, the little engine could offer enough grunt for the half-ton.

The truck is expected to heavily use aluminum, although another recent set of spy shots confirmed that GM won’t go to aluminum for the bed of the trucks. More likely, the hood and fenders will go to the lightweight metal.

Considering what Ford has done, it is likely GM will hook most or all of these engines to the new 10-speed automatic that was developed by the two brands.

Of course, a range of gas engines will be offered with the truck, including at least on V6 and one V8. Turbocharging has been discussed for the gas engines, but so far, it’s not clear how Chevy will outfit the new Silverado.

A few other things are revealed by this set of spy photos, such as the dual-exhaust setup which is neatly tucked up under the bumper and a set of Rancho shocks, which are currently used on the Silverado Z71.

It is an interesting time for Chevy to jump into the diesel half-ton market. Ram is currently under investigation by US authorities for possibly using a defeat device in its diesel engines, while Ford recently announced it will offer the first-ever F-150 diesel starting in 2018. There’s no doubt that both Ford and Chevy’s new diesels will face heavy scrutiny by governing bodies.

The new Silverado is expected to hit the market in 2018 as a 2019 model.
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http://www.off-road.com/blog/2017/06/23/2019-chevy-silverado-diesel-confirmed-in-spy-shots/

vh_supra26 · Nov 8, 2017

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 spy shots

Chevrolet is already out testing prototypes for its next-generation Silverado 1500, though the new pickup will be more of an extensive update of the current model rather than a true redesign.

The current Silverado 1500 was introduced for 2014, bringing with it General Motors' then-new K2XX body-on-frame platform for full-size pickups and SUVs.

However, the truck has failed to excite buyers. In 2016, Silverado sales were down around 4.3 percent while Ford’s F-series experienced a 5.2 percent gain in the same period.

The new Silverado 1500, due on sale in 2018, as a 2019 model, will amp up the level of technology and possibly add more aluminum into the construction mix to better rival its Ford counterpart.

The spy shots reveal the same blocky proportions found on the current model but with new, LED-accented headlights and a more expressive front bumper design. At the rear is a prominent pair of exhaust tips.

We also have a detailed look at the interior. The dash features a similar layout to the current model but the infotainment screen in the center stack appears to be larger.

Mechanical-wise, the 10-speed auto GM developed with Ford should filter across the range. It’s not clear what GM is planning for the powertrains but we can expect the current V-6 and V-8 options to carry over. Hopefully there will also be a Raptor-rivaling performance option based on the 450-horsepower Silverado concept unveiled at the 2017 SEMA show.

Look for a debut of the new Silverado 1500 early next year. An appearance at the 2018 Detroit auto show in January is a strong possibility. A new version of the related GMC Sierra 1500 should follow shortly after. We’re also expecting Ram to unload a new 1500 early in the new year.
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http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1110519_2019-chevrolet-silverado-1500-spy-shots

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