2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trim Level Overview

At Jim Trenary Chevrolet of Troy, MO, we know full well how important it is to have a durable, high-performance Chevy pickup. Whether you're a farmer, general contractor, an outdoorsman looking to escape for the weekend, or just someone who values the craftsmanship, high-performance, and heavy-hauling capabilities of the Chevy Silverado 1500, having a local dealership that always has your back makes all the difference.

So, what are the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims, and what is the Chevy Silverado Z71 off-road package? What distinguishes the Silverado LTD?

Chevy Silverado 1500 Trims:

• WT (Work Truck)
• Custom
• LT
• RST (Rally Sport Truck)
• Trail Boss and LT Trail Boss
• High Country
• ZR2
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The WT is the base model offering. However, don't be fooled. There is nothing basic about a pickup that was named America's #1 Full-Size Pickup for Initial Quality and America's Most Dependable Full-Size Pickup by J.D. Power in 2025. The base model WT is powered by a 2.7-liter TurboMax Inline-Four engine that generates 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque for a maximum towing capacity of 9,500 pounds.

• 2.7-liter TurboMax Inline-Four: 310 hp, 430 lb-ft of torque, and maximum towing capacity of 9,500 pounds.

New for 2026 is an upgraded 12.3-inch diagonal driver information center alongside an impressive 7-inch diagonal infotainment center and a 6-speaker stereo system. With the option of either vinyl or fabric seating coupled with standard cruise control, adaptive cruise control, and a camera offering 8 views, it's easy to see why so many Jim Trenary Chevrolet of Troy customers are more than happy with the base model WT.

Carrying over all the same great features of the WT, the Silverado 1500 Custom sees the introduction of much larger 20-inch silver-painted aluminum wheels, 10-way adjustable driver seating with advanced lumbar control, as well as an impressive trailer package, lift power lock and release tailgate, and remote starter.

• 20-inch silver-painted aluminum wheels
• 10-way adjustable driver seating with advanced lumbar control
• Trailering package
• Power lock and release tailgate
• Remote starter

The LT trim is the first trim offering the Z71 off-road package, an incredible upgrade that includes a 2-inch suspension lift for higher ground clearance, Autotrac® 2-speed transfer case, automatic locking rear differential, durable off-road capable skid plates, off-road styles and accents, off-road-ready suspension and shock tuning, in addition to all-terrain tires.

Z71 Off-road Package

• 2-inch suspension lift
• Autotrac® 2-speed transfer case
• Automatic locking rear differential
• Skid plates
• Off-road styling and accents
• Off-road-ready suspension and shock tuning
• All-terrain tires

Chevy Silverado 1500 LT also sees the first introduction of the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8, allowing the Silverado 1500 LT to attain 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque for a maximum towing capacity of 11,500 pounds.

• 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8: 355 hp, 383 lb-ft of torque, and a maximum towing capacity of 11,500 pounds

Additional upgrades include a much larger, 13.4-inch infotainment center, a 12.3-inch reconfigurable driver information cluster, bucket seats, and optional 20-inch machined-aluminum wheels with eye-catching accents.

• 13.4-inch infotainment center
• 12.3-inch reconfigurable driver information cluster

With the Chevy Silverado 1500 RST, Jim Trenary Chevrolet of Troy will have the option of two incredible, high-performance engines when looking to attain the maximum towing capacity of this trim at 13,300 pounds. These include a 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 generating 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, or the equally impressive 3-liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel Inline-Six (I6) generating 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.

• 6.2-L EcoTec3 V8, Horsepower: 420 hp, 460 lb-ft of torque, and a maximum towing capacity of 13,300 lbs.
• 3.0-L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I6: 305 hp, 495 lb-ft of torque, and a maximum towing capacity of 13,300 lbs.

Exterior upgrades include a revamped, color-matched grille and front fascia, upgraded bumpers and street-inspired door handles, as well as 20-inch black-powered wheels.

Both the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss and LT Trail Boss make the Z71 Off-Road Package standard alongside an automatic locking rear differential. The core difference between the Trail Boss and the LT Trail Boss is in the exterior off-road styling, with the Trail Boss having 18-inch black-powdered wheels and the LT Trail Boss sporting high-gloss black-painted 20-inch wheels.

For Jim Trenary Chevrolet of Troy customers wanting high refinement, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country won't disappoint, courtesy of its premium leather seating and impressive interior wood trim. This trim also makes Super Cruise® standard, as well as offering a beautiful, 15-inch, multicolor diagonal Head-Up Display (HUD) and sport-mode exhaust system.

Additional upgrades include 8 separate cameras enhancing the all-around view to 14 angles, as well as advanced safety features.

When it comes to pure off-road enjoyment, the ZR2 is the top of the line. In addition to the 2-inch factory suspension lift, the ZR2 raises the bar with electronic locking differentials (front and back), a thicker, more durable off-road bumper, and improved angle skid plates, as well as Chevy's six-configuration, Mult-Flex Tailgate and massive 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires.