2026 Silverado LD
As shown $74,8901
Tame any trail
Whether it's Custom Trail Boss, the rugged and adventurous LT Trail Boss or the terrain conquering ZR2, Silverado offers authentic off-road capability with a factory-installed 2-inch lift, off-road ready suspension, red tow hooks6 and more available right from the factory.
Auto Locking Front and Rear Differentials
2-inch factory-installed lift
Standard
Multimatic DSSV™ Dampers
Only on ZR2
2-Speed Autotrac transfer case
Standard
TurboMax™
Standard on WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST and LT Trail Boss
- 310 horsepower
- Best-in-class 430 lb.-ft. of standard torque9
- Equipped with Active Fuel Management™ and Automatic Stop/Start
- 8-speed automatic transmission
Super Cruise® hands-free driving
Available on High Country, Super Cruise10 connected by OnStar® offers hands-free driver assistance tech on compatible roads, managing speed and steering to help keep you refreshed during your adventures - even while towing. On average, Super Cruise users drive more than 20 million hands-free miles per month total. Just as impressive: Super Cruise driver assistance technology won MotorTrend Best Hands-Free Driving Tech.
2026 Chevy Silverado 1500—Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 Silverado lineup
offers multiple powertrain choices to fit different needs:
- Gasoline engines:
• 2.7 L TurboMax I4 — ~310 hp, ~430 lb.-ft torque (good balance of power and efficiency)
• 5.3 L EcoTec3 V8 — ~355 hp, ~383 lb.-ft (classic V8 feel)
• 6.2 L EcoTec3 V8 — ~420 hp, ~460 lb.-ft (strongest gasoline option) - Diesel:
• 3.0 L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I6 — ~305 hp, ~495 lb.-ft (excellent torque and highway economy)
These are paired with automatic transmissions (8- or 10-speed, depending on engine).
For buyers interested in electric performance, the Silverado
EV — a fully electric variant — offers powerful dual-motor options,
long range (up to ~478 miles in some trims), and unique features like Terrain
and Sidewinder modes (especially on Trail Boss models).
Towing and payload
capacities vary significantly based on engine, drivetrain, cab/bed
configuration, and packages:
- Maximum towing: Up to 13,300 lbs when
properly equipped with either the 6.2 L V8 or 3.0
L Duramax diesel (Silverado 1500).
- Lower-rated capacities
(~9,500–11,500 lbs) come with smaller engines or non-optimized
configurations.
Payload can reach over 2,250
lbs on some configurations (especially with the turbo four-cylinder
and proper setup).
For the Silverado EV,
towing is also strong but slightly lower than the peak gas/diesel numbers: for
example, some EV trims can tow up to around 12,500 lbs — with
range decreasing under heavy load.
The 2026 Silverado EV is designed to compete with
other electric pickups on both capability and range:
- EPA-estimated ranges (depending on battery and trim) go up to
approximately 478 miles with extended or max-range
battery options on some trims like Trail Boss.
- Real-world use (such as towing heavy trailers) can significantly
reduce range — for example, towing can cut usable range by roughly half in
some conditions based on user reports.
The EV also adds features
like Super Cruise hands-free driving and strong torque
delivery, making it both modern and capable beyond just range figures.
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price.
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price.
Requires Silverado Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD or Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
Requires Silverado Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD with TurboMax engine. For comparison purposes only. See the Owner’s Manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
Requires available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 engine.
To avoid the risk of injury, never use Recovery Hooks to tow a vehicle. For more information, see the Recovery Hooks section of your Owner's Manual.
Service varies with conditions and location. Requires active service plan. See onstar.com for details and limitations. Vehicle must be on or in the accessory position for Wi-Fi to function.
Google built-in services are subject to limitations and availability may vary by vehicle, infotainment system, and location. Select service plan required. Certain Google actions and functionality may require account linking. User terms and privacy statements apply. Google, Android™, Google Play, Google Maps and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
Based on latest available competitive data.
Turn Signal Activated Lane Change and Automatic Lane Change not available while trailering. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Do not use a hand-held device. Visit chevrolet.com/super-cruise for compatible roads and full details.
Tied in 2025. For J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study award information, visit www.jdpower.com/awards. Awards based on 2025 model year. Newer models may be shown.
Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the vehicle Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.