Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

TurboMax™

Standard on WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST and LT Trail Boss, the TurboMax™ powertrain delivers best-in-class standard 430 lb.-ft. of torque backed by an 8-speed automatic. That low-end thrust helps you launch a loaded trailer or merge with authority on TX-31. Active Fuel Management™ and Automatic Stop/Start add sophistication to everyday driving, minimizing wasted energy without dulling response. Paired with Silverado’s strong frame and well-tuned suspension, TurboMax™ gives you a confident, composed feel at urban speeds and highway pace alike—proof that the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 didn’t forget the fundamentals that make a truck feel stout.

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

If long-distance towing and unshakable torque are top priorities, look closely at the available Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel. With 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque routed through a 10-speed automatic, it offers smooth, quiet diesel punch and excellent highway cruising. It’s also the only diesel in its class and contributes to Silverado’s best-in-class highway fuel economy claim when configured accordingly. Pair it with up to 13,300 lbs. of available towing capability and Silverado’s advanced trailering suite, and you have a work-ready partner that stays steady on windy interstates and rural two-lanes, even with a boat, camper, or equipment in tow.

Super Cruise®

Available on High Country, Super Cruise® connected by OnStar® is a hands-free driver assistance technology that works on compatible roads—and it’s engineered to function even while towing. That’s a game-changer for long hauls across Texas, helping manage speed and steering so you arrive fresher. Silverado complements Super Cruise® with Adaptive Cruise Control for gap management and available HD Surround Vision for low-speed maneuvering. Together, these technologies reduce workload during highway stints and tight-site parking. For drivers who split time between job sites and I-45, the step up in confidence and convenience is unmistakable.

Durabed & Multi-Flex Tailgate

Durabed remains a benchmark, combining roll-formed high-strength steel with 12 standard tie-downs rated at 500 lbs. per corner and best-in-class standard cargo volume. An available 120-volt bed outlet and available power-up/-down tailgate add versatility on the job or at the campsite. The available Multi-Flex Tailgate transforms the rear of your truck with six configurations: primary gate, primary gate load stop, easy access, full-width step (rated up to 375 lbs.), inner gate load stop, and inner gate with work surface. From hauling lumber and ATVs to setting up a mobile desk, Silverado’s bed innovation turns capability into everyday efficiency.

Chevy Safety Assist

Every Silverado 1500 includes Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of six standard features: Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and Following Distance Indicator. Beyond the standards, Silverado offers available Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert for towing awareness, up to 14 camera views that help when backing, hitching, or navigating tight spaces, and available HD Surround Vision. These systems are no substitute for safe driving, but they extend your senses and streamline situational awareness—especially valuable when your schedule keeps you on the move from sunrise to sundown.