2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The Silverado 1500 lineup covers 9 trims, each aimed at a specific kind of owner. WT is exactly what the name suggests—a work-focused truck built around the TurboMax™ engine, standard Chevy Safety Assist, and one of the largest standard cargo beds in the segment. It’s designed for job sites, fleets, and owners who want function first.

Custom Trail Boss adds factory-installed off-road hardware, including a 2-inch lift, Z71 Off-Road Package, skid plates, and aggressive tires. It’s a solid option for buyers who want trail capability without stepping into premium pricing.

LT remains the volume trim for good reason. It brings meaningful interior upgrades like the 13.4-inch center touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital Driver Information Center, and available HD Surround Vision, making it well suited for mixed work and family duty.

High Country pushes the Silverado into luxury territory with premium leather seating, open-pore wood trim, and available Super Cruise® with trailering capability. It’s a high-end truck that still keeps its towing and hauling priorities intact.

ZR2 sits at the top for off-road performance. Multimatic DSSV™ dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, 33-inch mud-terrain tires, and heavy-duty skid plates give it real trail credibility. This is not a styling package—it’s hardware-driven capability.

One of the Silverado’s biggest strengths is engine choice. The TurboMax™ delivers 310 hp and 430 lbs.-ft. of torque through an 8-speed automatic and comes standard on most trims. The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 produces 355 hp and 383 lbs.-ft. of torque, while the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 increases output to 420 hp and 460 lbs.-ft. of torque for drivers who want stronger acceleration and towing confidence.

The Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel remains the torque leader, generating 305 hp and 495 lbs.-ft. of torque. It supports trailering up to 13,300 lbs. and delivers best-in-class highway fuel economy at 28 MPG. Payload capacity reaches up to 2,260 lbs., giving the Silverado legitimate work credentials across the lineup.

Performance here is measured in numbers that matter. Properly equipped Silverado 1500 models tow up to 13,300 lbs., supported by advanced trailering tech and an available Trailering App that simplifies setup and monitoring. Super Cruise® with trailering allows hands-free driving on compatible highways even while towing, reducing fatigue on long hauls across North Carolina.

The Silverado cabin is designed for real use. Crew Cab models provide comfortable seating for 5 with plenty of rear legroom, and storage solutions are practical rather than decorative. The Durabed delivers 89.1 cu. ft. of best-in-class standard cargo volume, with 12 fixed tie-downs rated at 500 lbs. each. The available Multi-Flex Tailgate adds six usable configurations, including a load stop, full-width step, and integrated work surface.

Technology is integrated with purpose. Available Google built-in brings navigation and voice control directly into the 13.4-inch touchscreen, while wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ come standard. Trailering tech includes up to 14 available camera views, Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert, and adaptive cruise control calibrated for towing, making backing, hitching, and highway driving more manageable.

Every Silverado 1500 includes Chevy Safety Assist along with a rear vision camera, StabiliTrak® electronic stability control, Buckle to Drive, Teen Driver technology, and rear seat reminder. Available systems include enhanced automatic emergency braking, lane change alert with side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic braking, HD surround vision, rear pedestrian alert, and front and rear park assist. Trailer-specific safety features further reinforce confidence when hauling heavy loads.