Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

TurboMax™ and Available Powertrains

Silverado’s engine lineup is designed to match your workload. The standard TurboMax™ delivers 310 horsepower and best-in-class 430 lb.-ft. of standard torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and technologies like Active Fuel Management™ and Automatic Stop/Start. Step up to the 5.3L EcoTec®3 V8 (standard on LTZ and High Country; available on select trims) for 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque plus Dynamic Fuel Management and a 10-speed automatic. For maximum gasoline performance, the available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 delivers 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft., also with a 10-speed automatic. The Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel stands out with 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque and an available towing capability of up to 13,300 lbs. With four compelling options, Silverado makes it easy to tailor power, efficiency-minded engineering, and transmission tuning to your priorities.

Durabed and Multi-Flex Tailgate

Chevy’s Durabed is engineered around real-world work. It features roll-formed high-strength steel for durability and the most standard cargo volume in the class—89.1 cu. ft. You also get 12 standard tie-downs rated at 500 pounds per corner to help secure materials, equipment, or weekend toys. An available 120-volt outlet powers tools or accessories at the job site. Add the available Multi-Flex Tailgate and unlock six functional configurations: a primary gate that opens via key fob or interior switch, a primary gate load stop, easy access inner gate for reaching deeper into the bed, a full-width step (capable of supporting up to 375 lbs.), an inner gate load stop for second-tier items, and an inner gate with work surface that doubles as a laptop station or blueprint table. It’s the most functional bed setup among competitors, and it shows up every day to make life easier.

Up to 14 Available Camera Views and the Trailering App

Silverado’s available trailering tech takes the guesswork out of hauling. Choose from up to 14 available camera views to improve awareness when hitching, merging, or threading through tight spaces. Views can help you monitor blind zones, check trailer position, and align to the hitch more accurately. The In-Vehicle Trailering App lets you create custom trailer profiles and leverages step-by-step pre-departure checklists, plus it helps monitor key connections and lighting. Smart safety tech like available Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert provides visual side-mirror alerts when a moving vehicle is detected in the side blind zone—especially helpful for long trailers. Whether you are pulling a boat to Keystone Lake or a work trailer near Tulsa, OK, these features work together to reduce stress and boost precision.

Chevy Safety Assist and Advanced Driver Assistance

Every 2026 Silverado includes standard Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of six advanced safety and driver assistance features: Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and more. Available enhancements amplify peace of mind, including HD Surround Vision for a bird’s-eye parking perspective and the availability of Adaptive Cruise Control to help maintain a preset gap to traffic ahead. Additional trailering safety technologies further support confidence when you are loaded up. While safety and driver assistance features do not replace the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle safely, Silverado’s thoughtful integration of alerts, camera views, and automated assistance inspires confidence mile after mile.

Connected Cabin with Google built-in, Large Displays, and OnStar®

Silverado’s cabin balances rugged materials with modern technology. Available Google built-in integrates Google Assistant to place calls, send texts, adjust climate settings, or set reminders using natural voice prompts, while Google Maps helps you navigate from worksite to campsite on the center display. Available Wi-Fi® hotspot capability and compatibility with Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ help keep your world connected without extra cables. Key displays include the available 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen, a 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center, and an available 15-inch diagonal Head-Up Display that places critical data in your line of sight. Available OnStar® elevates convenience further with 24/7 access to live Advisors and on-demand vehicle diagnostics. The result is a command center that works like your mobile office and weekend hub, tailored to your life.