Wanted input with those who went with a 5.3 over a 6.2L.

[Rkaroll953]

I wanted a 6.2 but i was on a mission to get a truck with painted bumpers and no chrome. couldn't find a midnight or a custom sport with a 6.2 near me in may of 15 and i bought the 2lt 5.3 that im happy with. only reason i wish i had the 6.2 tho so i could beat up on those losers who think their old rusty cummins and 7.3 are actually fast. although after seeing all the 8 speed problems its a blessing in disguise to have the 6 speed! (even though it shifts like a MasseyFerguson)

[AMDftw]

I went with the 5.3 mainly because I didn't want all the extras that came with the SLT and only saw the 6.2 available mostly loaded. I was also debating on a HD with the diesel engine but the cost just seemed crazy for my daily driver. Maybe the next truck.

 

Anyway, I'm happy I don't have to run premium gas. She has plenty of getup and go from stock so I've got no regrets.

 

I can agree with you 100%. If I could have gotten a 6.2 with SLE, i would have

[Penguin VII]

Honestly, with the cost I saved from the truck I got I can afford to throw a supercharger in it if I want. That should net me somewhere in the range of 100hp/ft-lbs over the 6.2 in stock config.

 

I wish GMC would have an option for the 6.2 in SLE but even more than that I would love a diesel so for me, if I'm gonna step up in the future that's where it will be.

 

Oh well, if I built this truck and it was perfect I wouldn't get to own another one. Where is the fun in that?

[Oldbay]

Don't know why I'm posting this besides to vent. I just recently purchased a 2016 Silverado Z71 LT 4x4. The truck is beautiful, makes good enough power for me with the 5.3L, and drives wonderfully. My main issue though, is I rushed into the purchase, and really needed a solid daily driver. Crazy enough, I didn't know this truck was available in LTZ trim with a 6.2. I purchased a completely loaded LT at 50k with all options, and basically having some regret since there is a LTZ 6.2L w/ 8 speed transmission sitting on the lot for 51k right now.

 

Anyone actually have the funds and means to own the 6.2L, but truly prefer the 5.3? I'm by all means not unhappy with the 5.3 at all, just an ego thing at this point.

 

 

I drove several 5.3s and 6.2s before making the decision to go with the 6.2 option.

 

Here's my take: if you bought the 5.3 then just enjoy it and even consider tuning it down the road. You can get some decent power out of it. But, keep in mind that none of these trucks are designed to be road-racers or sports cars. The extra power in the 6.2 is something that you would use maybe what...10% of the time? Don't worry about your choice.

[KARNUT]

When I bought mine the Texas edition was loaded pretty good only came with a 5.3 for 15K less than the nearest 6.2 option. I did my research and found on e-85 was only 40 hp less. E- 85 is plentiful In my area and much cheaper than 93 grade gas. When I went on trips I just put reg gas in it. I did a max energy tune on the trans knock out the V4, no regrets. Went back later drove a 6.2 felt no differents seat of the pants, they probly had reg gas in the 6.2 but still no regrets.

[dave07]

Its a truck. They are not made to go fast. I could never understand why people want fast trucks. They are made for hauling heavy loads and are a utility vehicle.

[Badass69]

Parts of the world with shitty highways and the desire for acceleration. I could never understand a person wanting a performance car here... Useless.

 

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[Z45]

I am on my 2nd Denali with 6.2L (2012 and 2015) and I would not want a different engine. I had the 5.3L in several trucks in the past, nothing wrong with the 5.3L but I just won't ever buy one again as long as the 6.2L is available.

[WilliamBos]

0 = total number of people on planet earth that prefer the 5.3 over the 6.2

Sorry man

Well not all of us want the extra useless crap that gm force feeds you to get the 6.2. Last truck was an SLT, won't buy another loaded truck again.

 

A 2500HD 6.0 fits the bill nicely, can be had with any trim level.

[Donstar]

Don't know why I'm posting this besides to vent. I just recently purchased a 2016 Silverado Z71 LT 4x4. The truck is beautiful, makes good enough power for me with the 5.3L, and drives wonderfully. My main issue though, is I rushed into the purchase, and really needed a solid daily driver. Crazy enough, I didn't know this truck was available in LTZ trim with a 6.2. I purchased a completely loaded LT at 50k with all options, and basically having some regret since there is a LTZ 6.2L w/ 8 speed transmission sitting on the lot for 51k right now.

 

Anyone actually have the funds and means to own the 6.2L, but truly prefer the 5.3? I'm by all means not unhappy with the 5.3 at all, just an ego thing at this point.

Buyers' remorse is what I think they call this.... Your 5.3 6 speed is a great combination and has all the power and speed anyone with a half ton needs. I chose a 4.3 V6 and have 0 remorse!.

[cmysstailights]

I love my 5.3, all i use is e85. Have not towed with it. I could not afford a 2500 series so i went with this route with plans in future to buy a 2500 series setup. Hopefully i can do that

 

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[KARNUT]

I can afford any thing I want. The only options I didn't have were the sun roof, GPS, Bose, 6.2, for 15K more. Now if I could added the 6.2 for 2500$ more, I wouldn't have 40 more HP not worth it to me. I can get E 85. That kind of thinking got me retired at 59. You people who say truck aren't supposed to be fast, some of my past factory performance cars weren't as fast as theses trucks.

[BigBadSierra]

Mines a truck not a race car so the 5.3 is fine.

 

If I get a 6.2 it's going to be in a Vette or Camaro

[SouthernSilveradoGuy85]

You people who say truck aren't supposed to be fast, some of my past factory performance cars weren't as fast as theses trucks.

 

Well it's a little unfair to compare something new to something older, even something 5 years old now a days. There's V6s in non performance sedans that make more HP and TQ than small block V8s did back in the muscle car era. Just like small block N/A V8s easily make more HP and TQ than big blocks back in that era. I'm only 31, but if you're into cars it doesn't take long to realize back then if you wanted more power from the factory you just got a bigger c.i. engine. Again it would have been nice to have the 6.2 but I'm very happy with the 5.3. It also doesn't bother me since you have to get an LTZ/SLT or higher trim just to get the 6.2 which I don't want all that stuff that they come with including the price. I have a well optioned LT while not being fully loaded. Also I plan on regearing from 3.08s to 3.73s so acceleration will be a lot better and I'll be able to tow 11,000 lbs. I don't want a race truck, but being a car/truck person I like it to be fun to drive.

[Oldbay]

Just my opinion....I drove the 5.3L and the 6.2L back to back several times and found that the neither was a rocket-ship, but the torque in the 6.2L went up hills a lot easier and had better throttle response for passing. That is what made my decision. But, those things aren't important to other people. It's good to have options though.

 

The one BIG thing about all of these trucks though is how expensive everything has become. $50K is a drop in a bucket now for many of these.