2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 FAQ: Engines, Trims, Tech & What’s New

The 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 debuts an all-new 6.6L V8, the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in its class. This is a full redesign, not a refresh, adding new engines, new screens, and a new trim structure over the outgoing model. Find answers to the most common Silverado questions below, and check current inventory at Greg Hubler Chevrolet.

Powertrain & Performance

What engines are available on the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Four engines are available. The lineup includes a next-generation 5.7L V8, a next-generation 6.6L V8, the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the half-ton class, an enhanced 2.7L TurboMax I4 turbocharged four-cylinder with best-in-class standard torque, and the segment-exclusive 3.0L Duramax inline-6 turbodiesel. Every engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

GM powertrain announcement

Is the 6.6L V8 brand new for 2027?

Yes. The 6.6L V8 is a next-generation small-block engine built from the ground up for the 2027 Silverado. It is assembled at GM’s Flint Engine Operations, Tonawanda Propulsion, and St. Catharines Propulsion plants. Chevrolet also offers a new 5.7L small-block V8 alongside it.

Does the 2027 Silverado still offer a diesel engine?

Yes. The 3.0L Duramax inline-6 turbodiesel returns for 2027 and remains a segment-exclusive option in the half-ton pickup class.

What transmission does the 2027 Silverado use?

All four engines use a 10-speed automatic transmission. The 2.7L TurboMax is newly paired with this 10-speed unit for 2027.

Is the 2027 Silverado available in a hybrid or electric version?

No hybrid or electric variant of the 2027 Silverado 1500 is confirmed. The four available powertrains are gasoline and diesel options.

Trims & Configurations

How many trims does the 2027 Silverado 1500 offer?

Seven trims are available: Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, Silverado, Trail Boss, ZR2, and High Country. This is a new seven-trim lineup structure for 2027, and it includes three lifted off-road trims.

What happened to the LT trim?

The LT trim name is retired for 2027. Its position in the lineup is now filled by the Silverado trim, which serves as the mid-range option with standard Z71 off-road hardware on 4WD configurations.

What does the Silverado trim include as standard when paired with 4WD?

The Silverado trim with 4WD includes the Z71 package as standard equipment. That adds off-road suspension, skid plates, and hill descent control.

What is the difference between Trail Boss and ZR2?

Both trims include a 2-inch factory lift and off-road focused hardware, but the ZR2 is the more capable of the two. The ZR2 adds 35-inch MT tires, versus 34-inch on Trail Boss, desert race-proven Multimatic DSSV dampers, standard front and rear electronic lockers, and an off-road hood with a power dome. ZR2 also features forged carbon-fiber interior trim, a first for any Silverado ZR2. Trail Boss is positioned as the more attainable off-road option.

What is the ZR2 Bison Edition?

The ZR2 Bison Edition is a package developed in collaboration with American Expedition Vehicles. It adds AEV front and rear bumpers, rocker protection, 18-inch beadlock-capable wheels, and a comprehensive set of skid plates covering the front underbody, transfer case, rear differential, and fuel tank.

Is the Custom Trail Boss new for 2027?

The Custom Trail Boss continues from the prior generation and gives buyers an entry point into the off-road trim family. It includes a 2-inch lift and 34-inch MT tires at a lower position in the lineup than the Trail Boss.

What does the High Country add over other trims?

The High Country is the flagship trim. It includes a panoramic sunroof, a first for any Silverado, 22-inch After Midnight machine-faced wheels, a Tritan Satin grille, real wood interior décor, available microfiber suede interior materials, Natural Tan-edged seatbelts, and a debossed High Country logo on the Multi-Flex center console. The 11.5-inch front passenger display, head-up display, and rear camera mirror are all standard on High Country.

2027 Silverado trim comparison

Technology & Interior

What size is the infotainment screen on the 2027 Silverado?

Every 2027 Silverado 1500 trim comes standard with a 16.3-inch central infotainment touchscreen. This is the largest center display in the half-ton pickup class. The driver information center measures 12.2 inches and is also standard across all trims.

Does the 2027 Silverado have a passenger display?

Yes. The 11.5-inch front passenger display is standard on ZR2 and High Country. It comes bundled with a head-up display and a rear camera mirror. Combined with the center and driver screens, those two trims offer more than 60 inches of total display area.

Does the 2027 Silverado have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are expected to be standard across the lineup.

What is the Multi-Flex center console?

The Multi-Flex center console offers 25 liters of storage and folds flat into an ergonomic workstation. It is available across the lineup and features a debossed High Country logo on the flagship trim.

What is Super Cruise, and is it available on the 2027 Silverado?

Super Cruise is Chevrolet’s hands-free driver assistance system. It is standard on High Country and ZR2 and available on the Silverado and Trail Boss trims. It is the only hands-free towing system in the half-ton truck segment. Super Cruise requires an active OnStar plan after an initial three-year period.

Super Cruise compatible roads

Does the 2027 Silverado have wireless charging?

Yes. Dual wireless charging pads are standard and can charge two compatible devices simultaneously.

Does the 2027 Silverado have a sunroof?

Yes. A panoramic sunroof is standard on the High Country. It is the first panoramic sunroof ever offered on a Silverado.

What is the Multi-Flex tailgate?

The Multi-Flex tailgate returns for 2027 and offers multiple opening configurations to make loading and unloading easier. The CornerStep rear bumper also returns as a standard feature.

2027 Silverado technology features

Safety & Driver Assistance

What safety features are standard on every 2027 Silverado 1500?

Every 2027 Silverado comes standard with automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, a following distance indicator, and standard LED headlights and LED taillights. The LED lighting is new for 2027 across all trims.

What new safety features are added for 2027?

Several safety features are new for 2027 as standard equipment. These include Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert, and Reverse Automatic Braking. Adaptive Cruise Control, IntelliBeam automatic high beams, Front and Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Rear Pedestrian Alert, and an HD Rear Vision Camera are also standard.

Exterior & Design

What is new about the 2027 Silverado’s exterior?

The 2027 Silverado introduces an entirely new exterior design. Key changes include a bolder front fascia, a more pronounced stance, new LED headlights and taillights across all trims, larger wheel opening moldings, and standard dual exhaust on Custom trim and above. Each trim features its own distinct exterior treatment.

What colors are available on the 2027 Silverado 1500?

Three new colors debut for 2027: Apex Red, Pacific Blue Metallic, and Trillium Green Metallic, all premium colors at additional cost. Returning colors include Summit White, Polar White Tricoat, Black, Riptide Blue Metallic, Sterling Gray Metallic, and White Sands.

Does the 2027 Silverado have a new interior?

Yes. The 2027 Silverado introduces a redesigned interior with an edge-to-edge digital display layout. Each trim offers its own interior theme, ranging from the work-ready Jet Black of the Work Truck to the available microfiber suede and real wood of the High Country.

Availability & Buying

When will the 2027 Silverado 1500 be available?

The 2027 Silverado 1500 is expected to go on sale at the end of 2026. Greg Hubler Chevrolet in Camby will have inventory as units arrive. Shoppers in the Camby area can sign up for updates or contact the dealership directly for availability timing.

Where is the 2027 Silverado built?

The 2027 Silverado 1500 is built at GM’s full-size truck assembly facilities in North America using domestically and globally sourced parts.

What packages are available on the 2027 Silverado?

Available packages include a Chrome Exterior Package, which adds chrome front and rear bumpers, a Texas Edition, available on the Silverado 1LT, which adds Texas Edition badge, oval assist steps, all-weather floor liners, a console-mounted safe, and a reflective window shade, and a Max Trailering Package, which adds an extra-capacity cooling system.

Does Greg Hubler Chevrolet carry the 2027 Silverado 1500?

Yes. Greg Hubler Chevrolet serves buyers throughout the Camby area and will carry the full 2027 Silverado 1500 lineup as inventory arrives. Check the current inventory page for the latest availability, or reach out to the team to get on a list for incoming units.

Greg Hubler Chevrolet Silverado inventory

Get the 2027 Silverado at Greg Hubler Chevrolet in Camby

The 2027 Silverado 1500 brings the most capable powertrain lineup in Silverado history, a fully redesigned interior, and a seven-trim structure built to cover every buyer from fleet managers to off-road enthusiasts. Greg Hubler Chevrolet in Camby is ready to help you find the right trim and engine for your needs. Check current inventory online or visit the store to talk through your options with the team before the new model year units arrive.

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