Frequently Asked Questions About The Silverado 1500: What to Know Before You Buy

The 2026 Silverado 1500 trim levels are WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, High Country, and ZR2.

The WT is the workhorse. The LT adds a 13.4-inch touchscreen; the RST brings street-inspired styling; the LTZ adds perforated leather-appointed seating; and the High Country tops the lineup with open-pore wood trim and available Super Cruise.

It means Rally Sport Truck. That’s defined by the look: a body-color grille bar, bumpers, and door handles for a sportier, street-inspired style.

Yes. Four-wheel drive is available across the lineup, and Trail Boss and ZR2 models come standard with an Autotrac 2-speed transfer case.

Z71 is an off-road package. Trail Boss trims include it, then add a 2-inch factory suspension lift, an automatic locking rear differential, and a more aggressive, off-road-ready look.

Yes. According to Chevrolet, the available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is the only diesel engine in its class, and its 495 lb-ft of torque is the most in the lineup.

The Duramax earns Chevrolet’s best-in-class rating of up to 28 mpg highway. Gas models are EPA-estimated up to 21 mpg highway, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Maximum Silverado 1500 towing capacity is 13,300 pounds, available on a Double Cab Standard Bed with the Duramax and 20-inch wheels.

Yes. Every 2026 Silverado 1500 tows at least 8,700 pounds, but the rating shifts with engine, cab, bed, and drivetrain.

Maximum Silverado 1500 payload is 2,260 pounds when properly equipped.

An unloaded 2026 Silverado 1500 weighs between 4,410 and 5,710 pounds, depending on cab, bed, and equipment.

Overall length runs from about 211 to 242 inches, based on cab and bed configuration.

It’s 97.5 inches wide including the mirrors.

Most configurations stand about 75 to 79 inches tall, with off-road trims sitting higher.

The 5.3L and 6.2L V8s take 8 quarts of Dexos1 0W-20 with a filter change, and the Duramax takes 7 quarts of DexosD 0W-20. For the TurboMax, check the owner’s manual or ask our service team.

It depends on the engine and equipment, so check the current battery’s label or the owner’s manual.

On recent models, use the steering wheel controls to find Remaining Oil Life in the Driver Information Center, then select reset.

The available 15-inch head-up display, standard on ZR2, is turned on and adjusted through the truck’s display settings. The owner’s manual lists the exact steps.

The integrated trailer brake controller only applies braking when a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Setting the trailer gain to 0.0 turns off its braking output.

Every 2026 Silverado includes Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of six features, including Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning. You’ll also get a Rear Vision Camera, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.