Chevy didn’t reinvent the Silverado 1500 for 2026, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to talk about. Whether you’re shopping for a truck that can handle jobsite duty or weekend towing trips, the Silverado will still check a lot of boxes, and it offers a few subtle updates to make it even more appealing. Let’s take a look at the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims and specs and what might be worth your attention.
Key Takeaways
- The Realtree Special Edition is now a dealer-installed Realtree Appearance Package with wider availability.
- Expect pricing to range from $38,000 to $65,000, as of June 20, 2025.
- Towing on the Silverado 1500 maxes out at 13,300 pounds.
Small Tweaks for the 2026 Silverado 1500
Chevy didn’t roll out a full redesign for the 2026 Silverado 1500. Instead, it made a few tweaks. First up, the Realtree Special Edition is now a dealer-installed Realtree Appearance Package. That gives buyers more flexibility, and it’s available in more configurations this time around.
The colors Iridescent Pearl Tricoat and Slate Gray Metallic are unavailable in 2026, but two new hues step in—White Sands and Polar White Tricoat.
Here’s how the estimated pricing looks across trims:
- Work Truck: $38,000
- Custom: $45,000
- LT: $49,000
- RST: $53,000
- Custom Trail Boss: $53,000
- LT Trail Boss: $60,000
- LTZ: $60,000
- High Country: $65,000
The Silverado continues to offer one of the most versatile engine lineups in the half-ton game. Its four engine offerings are:
- A turbo 2.7L four-cylinder (310 hp)
- A 5.3L V8 (355 hp)
- A 6.2L V8 (420 hp)
- A 3.0L Duramax diesel inline-six (277 hp)
The maximum towing capacity remains a solid 13,300 pounds when properly configured. As for fuel economy, official 2026 numbers aren’t out yet, but we’re expecting much of the same as 2025—up to 26 mpg with the diesel/rear-wheel drive combo and around 15 mpg for 6.2L four-wheel drive models with off-road tires.
Inside the Silverado: Utility or Luxury?
Your interior experience depends heavily on trim. Entry-level Work Truck models keep things practical with vinyl seats and manual controls. But once you hit the LT trim and up, it’s a different story. You get a cleaner dashboard design, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and a large center touchscreen that makes things feel way more polished.
High Country trims bring full-on comfort and luxury: we’re talking leather upholstery, open-pore wood accents, and premium touches throughout. The crew cab offers great headroom in the back, but the rear seat cushions could use a little more padding.
Every 2026 Silverado 1500 includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a mobile hotspot. Chevy’s still giving us physical knobs and buttons for the stuff that matters, and the touchscreen setup is clean and easy to use.
Move up to LT and above, and you’ll find a 13.4-inch touchscreen loaded with Google Voice Assistant, wireless phone integration, and available Amazon Alexa support.
When Can You Get the New Silverado 1500?
The 2026 Silverado 1500 is expected to arrive at dealerships this summer. If you’re curious about trims and engines, or you’re ready to talk about pre-orders, now’s a great time to reach out to our helpful, experienced staff at Banner Chevrolet in New Orleans.