How much horsepower does a 6.0 SSR have?
The 6.0-liter Chevrolet SSR delivers 400 horsepower.
The Chevrolet SSR was produced from 2003 to 2006 as a retro-styled pickup-roadster. In its final model year, GM swapped in a 6.0-liter LS2 V8, boosting output to 400 horsepower and roughly 395–400 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, fitting the model’s blend of performance and style.
Engine and power details
The following key specifications summarize the 6.0 SSR's powertrain.
- Engine: 6.0-liter LS2 V8
- Horsepower: 400 hp
- Torque: approximately 395–400 lb-ft
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic
- Drive configuration: Rear-wheel drive
- Model year with 6.0L: 2006
GM’s official specifications for the 2006 SSR align with these figures, marking the LS2 upgrade as the peak power variant in the SSR lineup. Horsepower is typically quoted at 400 hp, with torque around the mid- to high-300s to 400 lb-ft, depending on testing and calibration.
Context and model evolution
The SSR debuted in 2003 with a 5.3-liter V8 and around 300 horsepower. In 2006, GM introduced the 6.0-liter LS2 to the SSR, elevating power to 400 horsepower and expanding torque, which helped define the model’s most powerful configuration. The limited production run (2003–2006) has since given the SSR a distinctive place in GM’s modern-retro niche.
Summary
The 6.0 SSR is rated at 400 horsepower, with torque commonly cited around 395–400 lb-ft. The LS2-equipped 2006 model represents the peak power for the SSR lineup, completing its short but memorable run as a unique Chevrolet roadster-pickup.
