This page covers the complete technical specifications for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For a broader look at the truck and current Silverado 1500 inventory, see our 2026 Silverado 1500 overview. For a trim-by-trim breakdown of equipment and current pricing, see all Silverado 1500 trims compared, or get pre-approved when you are ready to lock a build.

Engines

Engine Specifications

The Silverado 1500 offers four engines, each paired with an automatic transmission. The 2.7L TurboMax is standard on most volume trims; the 5.3L and 6.2L V8s and the 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel are available depending on trim and drivetrain.

Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Transmission
2.7L TurboMax I-4	310 hp	430 lb-ft	8-speed automatic
5.3L EcoTec3 V8	355 hp	383 lb-ft	10-speed automatic
6.2L EcoTec3 V8	420 hp	460 lb-ft	10-speed automatic
3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I-6	305 hp	495 lb-ft	10-speed automatic

Chevrolet markets the 2.7L TurboMax as having best-in-class standard torque at 430 lb-ft, and the Duramax as the only diesel in its class. The 6.2L V8 is the output leader at 420 horsepower and is offered as a Crew Cab engine; on the LTZ and High Country it is 4WD only.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Overall length and wheelbase vary widely by cab and bed. The figures below span the lineup, from the short Regular Cab up to the longest Crew Cab Standard Bed.

Overall length	211 in to 242 in (by configuration)
Overall width	81.2 in (body), 97.5 in (with mirrors)
Wheelbase	126.5 / 139.6 / 147.4 / 147.5 in (by cab and bed)
Ground clearance	7.9 in (standard), 10.9 in (Trail Boss), 11.2 in (ZR2)
Curb weight	4,410 to 5,710 lbs (unloaded, by configuration)
Fuel capacity	24.0 gal (most configurations)

The off-road ZR2 adds a 33.5-degree approach angle with its off-road-cut front bumper, the most aggressive geometry in the lineup.

Interior

Interior Dimensions

Front-seat room is consistent across cab styles. Rear-seat figures below are for the Crew Cab, the body style most local families shop.

Measurement	Front	Rear (Crew Cab)
Headroom	43.0 in	40.1 in
Legroom	44.5 in	43.4 in
Shoulder room	66.0 in	65.2 in

Seating runs from 2 in a Regular Cab Work Truck up to 6 with the available 40/20/40 front bench; trims with bucket seats carry 5. The Crew Cab is the roomiest body style and the one most shoppers around Bally choose for daily family duty.

Capability

Capacity and Capability

Maximum conventional towing is engine-specific and requires the available Max Trailering Package (and 20-inch wheels for the top diesel and 6.2L ratings). The model maximum of 13,300 lbs (conventional hitch) is achieved only with the 3.0L Duramax on the Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD; the 6.2L V8 tops out at 13,200 lbs. The trailering chart covers conventional ratings only.

Engine	Max towing (properly equipped)
3.0L Duramax diesel	13,300 lbs
6.2L V8	13,200 lbs
5.3L V8	11,400 lbs
2.7L TurboMax	9,500 lbs

Maximum available payload is 2,260 lbs (Chevrolet's marketed figure, Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD with the 2.7L TurboMax, conventional load). The Durabed offers 62.9 cu ft with the short bed, 71.7 cu ft with the standard bed, and up to 89.1 cu ft with the 8-foot long bed, which Chevrolet markets as best-in-class standard cargo volume. The bed carries 12 fixed tie-downs rated to 500 lbs each and a 50.6-inch wheel-well width that lets a 4x8 sheet of plywood lay flat. For a deeper look at trailering by configuration, see our Silverado 1500 towing and payload guide.

Running Gear

Wheels, Tires, and Brakes

Wheel diameter climbs with trim level. The Work Truck rides on 17-inch steel wheels; Custom, LT, RST, LTZ, and High Country step up to 18-, 20-, or 22-inch wheels depending on package. The Trail Boss models use 18-inch gloss-black wheels on Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires, while the ZR2 runs 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires on 18-inch wheels. Braking is four-wheel disc with front and rear ventilated rotors and standard anti-lock brakes across the lineup.

Efficiency

Fuel Economy and Range

EPA estimates vary by engine, drivetrain, and trim. The diesel is the efficiency leader; the figures below are current EPA estimates and can change by model year, so confirm the rating on the specific build you are considering.

Engine / drivetrain	EPA city / hwy / combined
3.0L Duramax (2WD)	Up to 28 MPG hwy (Chevrolet-estimated)
2.7L TurboMax (2WD, Custom/RST)	18 / 21 / 19
2.7L TurboMax (2WD, WT/LT)	17 / 20 / 18
5.3L V8 (2WD)	16 / 20 / 18
6.2L V8 (ZR2, 4x4)	14 / 17 / 15

With a 24.0-gallon tank, the diesel delivers the longest highway range, which matters on a longer haul toward Morgantown or Bethlehem.

Safety

Safety and Compliance

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every trim and bundles six features: Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam automatic high beams. Available driver-assistance technology includes up to 8 cameras with up to 14 views (LT and up), and hands-free Super Cruise that works while towing, offered on the High Country. The Silverado 1500 holds J.D. Power's 2025 award as America's #1 full-size pickup for initial quality.

In Practice

What These 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Numbers Mean in Practice

These numbers are easier to act on once you translate them into everyday fit. Here is how the key dimensions play out for a Pennsylvania driver parking, garaging, and loading a full-size truck.

Spec	What it means day to day
97.5 in wide with mirrors	A standard single garage bay is about 8 ft (96 in) of clear opening, so the Silverado clears most bays only with the mirrors folded. Measure your opening before counting on indoor parking.
Up to 242 in long	A long Crew Cab tops 20 ft and will overhang a standard 18- to 20-ft garage and many compact parking spaces. A Double Cab or short bed is the easier fit for tight lots.
~46.3 ft turning circle	The long-wheelbase configs need a wide arc, so three-point turns on a narrow side street are part of ownership. Shorter wheelbases are noticeably easier.
7.9 to 11.2 in ground clearance	A standard 4WD clears typical winter ruts and unplowed driveways; the Trail Boss and ZR2 add the clearance for muddy job sites and trails.
43.4 in rear legroom (Crew)	Enough for three adults or rear-facing child seats across the back, which is why the Crew Cab is the family default; the Double Cab trades some of that room for a shorter, easier-to-park body.

Around Reading and Schuylkill Haven, that mix of winter ruts, mixed highway-and-rural commutes, and the occasional steep grade is exactly where the higher ground clearance and the four-wheel-drive configurations earn their keep.

Questions

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