The Chevy Silverado 1500 continues to deliver in 2026. While it doesn't go through a major overhaul this year, there are a few changes that fans and truck shoppers will want to know about.
Whether you're heading to the job site or planning weekend getaways with a trailer in tow, the Silverado continues to offer enough engine options, configurations, and trim levels to suit just about any need. Let's get into the updates to the 2026 Chevy Silverado lineup.
Key Takeaways
- The Realtree Special Edition becomes a dealer-installed Appearance Package with wider availability.
- The Silverado 1500 trims range from about $38,000 to $65,000. Price estimates as of June 11, 2025.
- The Silverado's max towing stays strong at 13,300 pounds.
2026 Silverado Updates and Trim Prices
There won’t be many changes for 2026, but the ones that will happen are worth noting. The Realtree Special Edition you may remember is now a dealer-installed Realtree Appearance Package. Even better, it's available in more configurations this year.
As for paint options, Chevy has swapped out Iridescent Pearl Tricoat and Slate Gray Metallic in favor of two new shades: White Sands and Polar White Tricoat.
Price and trim breakdowns are:
- Work Truck: $38,000 (est.)
- Custom: $45,000 (est.)
- LT: $49,000 (est.)
- RST: $53,000 (est.)
- Custom Trail Boss: $53,000 (est.)
- LT Trail Boss: $60,000 (est.)
- LTZ: $60,000 (est.)
- High Country: $65,000 (est.)
Engine Lineup, Towing, and Fuel in the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500
Chevy continues to offer a wide selection of engines for the 2026 Silverado 1500. You can go with:
- A turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder pushing 310 horsepower
- A 5.3-liter V8 generating 355 hp
- A 6.2-liter V8 cranking out 420 hp
- A 3.0-liter Duramax inline-six delivering 277 horses
The Silverado’s max towing capacity will remain at 13,300 pounds when properly equipped. Fuel economy ratings for the 2026 model haven’t been released yet, but we expect them to land in the same ballpark as the 2025 Silverado. That means a range from 26 mpg with the diesel and rear-wheel drive to around 15 mpg for 6.2-liter V8 models with four-wheel drive and off-road tires.
2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Tech and Creature Comforts
What you get with the Silverado’s interior really depends on the trim. Work Truck models will keep it simple with vinyl seats, manual controls, and a back-to-basics cabin. But starting with the LT trim, you will get a more refined setup, including a redesigned dashboard, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster center touchscreen.
High Country trims are downright luxurious for a truck, with leather upholstery, open-pore wood trim, and upscale details throughout. The crew cab offers great rear headroom, though the rear seat cushions could be more comfortable.
Tech and Connectivity in the Silverado 1500
Similar to the 2025, every Silverado 1500 includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a mobile hotspot. We like that there are still physical knobs and buttons for key functions, and the touchscreen is responsive and intuitive.
LT models and higher come with a horizontal 13.4-inch touchscreen loaded with extras like Google Voice Assistant, wireless smartphone integration, and available Amazon Alexa.
When Is the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Out?
The Silverado 1500 hits dealerships sometime this summer. If you want to learn more about trim availability, engine specs, or pre-ordering, reach out today! We can't wait for you to take a test drive!