2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim-by-Trim Guide - All Star Autoplex in Palestine, TX 

 

If you’re shopping the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 online, you want clear answers fast: capability, comfort, and which trim matches your budget. This guide breaks down the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado trim levels in plain English, so you can compare confidently at All-Star Autoplex. The 2026 Silverado lineup is built to cover everything from daily jobsite duty to premium comfort and serious off-road confidence. 

Serving Tyler, Palestine, Jacksonville, Frankland, and Fairfield, Texas.
 

Quick facts shoppers ask most (towing, payload, torque)

From the model page specs, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is shown with:

• Starting at: $36,900 (shown for WT)

• Max available trailering: 13,300 lbs.

• Max available payload: 2,260 lbs.

• Max available torque (available): 495 lb.-ft.

For many 2026 Silverado shoppers, these are the first numbers that narrow the search.

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The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trim levels at a glance (10 models)

Chevrolet lists 10 models to compare. Here’s the trim lineup with “Starting at” pricing shown on the page:

• WT — Starting at $36,900

• Custom — Starting at $42,400

• Custom Trail Boss — Starting at $52,800

• LT — Starting at $47,900

• RST — Starting at $51,300

• LT Trail Boss — Starting at $59,600

• LTZ — Starting at $58,000

• High Country — Starting at $62,900

• ZR2 — Starting at $71,700

• Silverado EV — Starting at $52,800 

These 2026 Chevrolet Silverado trim levels are designed so you can “ladder up” from simple and tough to feature-rich and premium, without losing the core Silverado capability.

If you’re comparing a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado near Tyler for real work or real travel, the trims below are the fastest way to find your fit.

Silverado 1500 Trim-by-trim: what each model is best for

WT (Work Truck) — the practical workday workhorse

• TurboMax engine with 430 lb.-ft. of torque

• Available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine

• Available Adaptive Cruise Control

• Durabed offers best-in-class standard cargo bed volume and 12 standard tie-downs

• Chevy Safety Assist 

Custom — value-driven capability with more convenience

• TurboMax engine with 430 lb.-ft. of torque

• 20-inch Bright Silver-painted aluminum wheels

• 10-way power driver seat (including lumbar) + 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with storage

• Trailering Package, remote vehicle starter system, and EZ Lift power lock and release tailgate

• Signature Chevrolet grille 

Custom Trail Boss — entry point for factory off-road attitude

• 2-inch factory suspension lift and Z71 Off-Road Package

• Autotrac 2-speed transfer case, automatic locking rear differential, and skid plates

• 18-inch high-gloss Black-painted wheels with Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires

• Raised hood with styled Black insert

• Signature Chevrolet grille 

LT — the “balanced” pick for tech + comfort

LT is called out for bigger screens and everyday comfort upgrades (a sweet spot for many 2026 Silverado buyers):

• 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen display and 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center

• Available Safety Package with HD Surround Vision

• Available bucket seats with center console

• Available 20-inch painted-aluminum wheels (machined-face with painted pockets)

• LED reflector headlamps and signature daytime running lamps 

RST — sporty design with strong powertrain flexibility

• Body-color center grille bar, bumpers and door handles

• 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen display and 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center

• Available 20-inch high-gloss Black wheels

• Four available engine options including the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8

• Available RST Select, Redline and Rally Special Editions 

If you want a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado near Tyler that looks sharp and still works hard, RST is a common short list item.

LT Trail Boss — off-road authority with more features

• 2-inch factory suspension lift with Z71 Off-Road Package

• Raised black hood insert

• Autotrac 2-speed transfer case and automatic locking rear differential

• 20-inch high-gloss Black-painted wheels

• 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen display and 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center 

LTZ — premium feel without jumping to the top trim

• 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen display and 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center

• Front perforated leather-appointed seating surfaces

• 20-inch painted-aluminum wheels

• Offering 8 cameras with up to 14 views

• Chevy Safety Assist plus additional advanced safety technologies

High Country — top-tier comfort and hands-free tech options

• Premium leather seating surfaces with exclusive perforation/stitching pattern and authentic open-pore wood trim

• 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen display and 12.3-inch diagonal reconfigurable Driver Information Center

• Available Super Cruise driver assistance technology with trailering

• Available sport mode-enabled active exhaust (6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine only)

• Offering 8 cameras with up to 14 views

• Chevy Safety Assist plus additional advanced safety technologies 

When you want a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado near Tyler that feels luxury-level while still towing and hauling, High Country is the flag bearer.

ZR2 — the peak off-road performer

• 2-inch factory suspension lift, Multimatic DSSV dampers and front and rear E-lockers

• Off-road cut front bumper and large underbody aluminum skid plates

• 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires

• Multi-Flex Tailgate with six different configurations

• 15-inch diagonal Head-up Display

For the most trail-focused build, the 2026 Silverado ZR2 is the headline off-road option in the lineup.

Silverado EV — Silverado attitude with EV engineering

Chevrolet also lists Silverado EV in the compare lineup, positioned as an EV “worthy of the Silverado name.” 

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Engines and key capability

The page lists four engine choices and where they’re standard/available:

• TurboMax: 310 hp; best-in-class 430 lb.-ft. of standard torque; 8-speed automatic; standard on WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, and LT Trail Boss

• 5.3L EcoTec3 V8: 355 hp; 383 lb.-ft. of torque; 10-speed automatic; standard on LTZ and High Country (and available on other listed trims/configs)

• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8: 420 hp; 460 lb.-ft. of torque; 10-speed automatic; available on RST (Crew Cab 4x4), LT Trail Boss, LTZ (4x4), ZR2 and High Country (4x4)

• Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel: 305 hp; 495 lb.-ft. of torque; best-in-class highway fuel economy of 28 MPG; 10-speed automatic; standard on ZR2 and available on other listed trims, with available towing capability up to 13,300 lbs. 

This is where the 2026 Silverado can be tailored: choose the torque curve, towing needs, and driving feel you want.

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Interior, trailering tech, and connectivity highlights

Chevrolet calls out a cabin designed to be connected and comfortable, including:

• Available 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen and available 12.3-inch diagonal Driver Information Center

• Available Google built-in compatibility (Google Assistant and Google Maps from the center display)

• Available OnStar connected services

• Trailering technology with eight available cameras offering up to 14 views, plus an available Trailering App 

Why buy local at All-Star Autoplex (and how to pick your trim)

Shopping online is easy—but picking the right truck gets simpler when a product specialist lines up the trims side by side. At All-Star Autoplex, we can help you compare the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado trim levels based on what you actually do: commute, tow, haul, or hit trails.

If you’re deciding between “work-first,” “family-plus,” “sporty street,” or “true off-road,” we’ll match your priorities to the right build for East Texas driving.

Ready to prick your new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trim level?

When you’re ready, contact All-Star Autoplex for current new Chevrolet pricing, test drives, and a Silverado specialist who can walk you through packages, engine choices, and availability. The easiest way to shop is to pick your trim, choose your engine, and let our team confirm what’s on the lot.

Serving Tyler, Palestine, Jacksonville, Frankland, and Fairfield, Texas.

Visit or call All-Star Autoplex today to find the right 2026 Chevrolet Silverado near Tyler for your needs.