Your lifestyle and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado are a perfect match. The pickup truck has returned for the new model year, boasting high output, monstrous towing, and cutting-edge technology any and everywhere you want to drive. Explore what makes the Silverado a good choice and plan to see it for yourself at All Star Chevrolet North.
Key Points
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers four powerful engine options, including gas and diesel, with impressive towing capability up to 13,300 pounds.
- The Silverado combines rugged performance with a comfortable interior, modern infotainment features, and advanced safety technology for both work and everyday driving.
- It has been recognized as a finalist for the Cars.com Best Picku
What Are the Engine Options?
Feel free to customize your Chevrolet Silverado 2026 with the engine you want and the power you want to exude when you accelerate down the highway. Here are four engine options, along with the transmission they require and the lucky trim levels that get to use them:
- TurboMax™ engine: 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque; paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission; Standard on WT, Custom, Custom Trail Bos, LT, RST, and LT Trail Boss trim levels
- 5.3-liter EcoTec®3 V8 engine: 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque; paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission; standard on the LTZ and High Country trim levels
- 6.2-liter EcoTec®3 V8 engine: 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque; paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission; available on the RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, ZR2, and High Country trim levels.
- Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel engine: 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque; paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission; Standard on the ZR2 trim level.
How Much Can a Chevy Silverado 1500 Tow?
The towing capacity of the new Chevy Silverado is 13,300 pounds, courtesy of the Duramax® engine. That’s enough strength to tow a large camper or boat trailer on your next family road trip. If you’re using the Silverado for work, you can tow a dump trailer to the construction site with ease.
What Is the Interior Like?
While the exterior of the Chevy Silverado sits high off the ground and is designed to conquer bumpy terrain, the interior of the truck ensures you and your passengers are safe, occupied, and informed of your surroundings.
Seating and Convenience
Depending on the trim level, your pickup will have space for a total of six people to ride comfortably and enjoy amenities such as:
- Single-zone climate control
- Front center console
- 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with under-seat storage
- 69.20 cubic feet of cargo space
Infotainment Features
Sing along to music and access other media from your smartphone with infotainment features like:
- Wireless charging
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- USB charge ports
- Six-speaker sound system
- Steering-wheel mounted controls
Safety Features
From merging into traffic to towing heavy items, you can drive confidently with safety features like:
- Rear Camera Mirror
- HD Surround Vision
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bed View Camera
- Front and rear Parking Assist
- Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
Has the 2026 Chevy Silverado Won Any Awards?
The Chevy Silverado is a finalist of the cars.com Best Pickup Truck of 2026. This recognition highlights its strong performance and versatility on and off-road, as well as its advanced technology that elevates the driving experience.
Climb Inside Your New Chevy Truck
You’ll know the new Silverado is right for you when you take it for a test drive at our Chevy dealership in Baton Rouge. Be sure to ask about our new specials to determine where you can save money as you invest in the pickup of your dreams. Come see us today to get started!
