The 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a clean-sheet redesign — the first all-new half-ton Silverado since 2019 — and Chevrolet is leading with what truck buyers in Northwest Arkansas actually ask about first: engines and towing. Two next-generation small-block V8s arrive for 2027, a 402-horsepower 5.7L and a 481-horsepower 6.6L, and the 6.6L is the most powerful naturally-aspirated V8 in the half-ton class. The 5.7L carries the highest tow rating in the lineup, 13,700 pounds. Pair that with Super Cruise that keeps working while you pull a boat trailer up AR-12 toward the Beaver Lake ramps, and the headline is easy to read: more power, more towing and hands-free help while trailering.

George Nunnally Chevrolet stocks the 2027 Silverado 1500 in Bentonville for shoppers from Springdale, Rogers, Fayetteville and Siloam Springs. Starting MSRP begins at $38,600 before destination and purchase charges; compare the selected truck’s equipment and quote before deciding. Here is how the 2027 lineup breaks down, and how to figure out which one fits your work and your driveway.

Prefer the truck you can buy right now? See our 2026 Silverado 1500 research hub and compare it to the redesign.

2027 Silverado 1500 Engines and Powertrain Options

The 2027 Silverado keeps a four-powertrain lineup, and the useful thing to understand up front is that engine and trim are largely separate decisions. Every engine pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission for 2027 — including the 2.7L TurboMax, with a ten-speed transmission as part of its powertrain. Each one below lists its output and the job it does best.

2.7L TurboMax Turbocharged Four-Cylinder

The enhanced 2.7L TurboMax makes 350 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of torque, 40 horsepower more than the engine it replaces, and it carries up to 2,340 pounds of payload, the most of any engine in the lineup. It is the Work Truck's standard engine. For daily driving around Bentonville and the I-49 commute, this is the engine many buyers will live with happily.

5.7L V8 (New for 2027)

An all-new small-block V8 that replaces the outgoing 5.3L, making 402 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. It carries the highest tow rating in the lineup, 13,700 pounds in a Double Cab, 2WD, with the Max Trailering Package, and it is standard on the High Country. It has the durability and V8 feel long-time Silverado owners expect.

6.6L V8 (New for 2027)

The larger of the two new V8s, replacing the previous 6.2L, making 481 horsepower and 501 lb-ft of torque. It is the most powerful naturally-aspirated V8 in the half-ton class and is rated to tow up to 9,700 pounds. This is the gas engine for buyers who want maximum power without stepping up to a heavy-duty truck, available on the High Country and the ZR2.

Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Inline-Six

The segment-exclusive Duramax diesel carries over at 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque as the efficiency-and-torque choice, rated to tow up to 12,000 pounds. For longer I-49 travel, a diesel with the available 34-gallon tank offers more than 900 highway miles, making range a distinct reason to consider Duramax beyond its trailer rating. ZR2 buyers get Duramax as the included engine, whereas Nunnally shoppers comparing Work Truck or High Country can weigh diesel against the gas alternatives for those trims.

2027 Silverado 1500 Trim Lineup and Pricing

Chevrolet reorganized the ladder into seven trims for 2027, including three factory-lifted trims. Begin a trim budget with $38,600 for Work Truck or $77,200 for ZR2, then allow for $2,795 freight plus taxes, title and fees when comparing the actual trucks at Nunnally.

Work Truck

Starting MSRP $38,600. The fleet and job-site foundation — durable, easy-to-clean interiors and configurations built around common upfits for the contractors working across Benton and Washington counties. It starts with the 2.7L TurboMax, and the Duramax diesel is available.

Custom

Starting MSRP $43,600. Custom combines dual exhaust with 20-inch Technical Gray machine-faced wheels, a useful appearance-and-equipment comparison if your work truck also handles the daily I-49 commute.

Custom Trail Boss

Starting MSRP $54,400. The entry point into off-road, with a 2-inch factory lift and 34-inch tires.

Silverado (formerly LT)

Starting MSRP $47,900. Silverado replaces the old LT badge as the core trim for 2027. A four-wheel-drive Silverado grade includes Z71 protection and suspension hardware, pairing skid plates with hill descent control; compare it against a factory-lifted version before deciding how much rough-surface equipment your driving needs.

Trail Boss

Starting MSRP $61,200. A dedicated off-road trim with 34-inch mud-terrain tires, a 2-inch lift and a unique off-road hood — and it can be equipped with available Super Cruise.

ZR2

Starting MSRP $77,200. The off-road flagship, with the Duramax diesel standard: 35-inch mud-terrain tires, front and rear locking differentials, Multimatic DSSV dampers and the first-ever forged carbon-fiber trim in a Silverado. An available ZR2 Bison edition, built with American Expedition Vehicles, adds AEV bumpers, 18-inch beadlock-capable wheels and full skid-plate protection.

High Country

Starting MSRP $71,700. The flagship for comfort, with the 5.7L V8 standard: 22-inch wheels, an exclusive Tritan Satin grille, a Silverado-first panoramic sunroof, real wood trim and standard Super Cruise.

Technology and Connectivity

Every 2027 Silverado 1500 gets a fully digital cockpit as standard: a class-leading 16.3-inch center touchscreen paired with a 12.2-inch driver information center. Step up to the ZR2 or High Country and a standard 11.5-inch front passenger screen joins a head-up display and rear camera mirror for more than 60 inches of digital displays. A reconfigurable Multi-Flex center console adds storage and folds into a work surface, and available dual wireless charging keeps two phones topped off.

The standout is Super Cruise. Chevrolet's hands-free driver-assistance system now works while towing a trailer, which matters on a long I-49 pull down to Fayetteville with a trailer behind you. High Country and ZR2 get it standard; step down to Silverado or Trail Boss and it is still available, just not included.

Interior and Comfort

The redesign brings a more premium, tech-forward cabin across the lineup. Even the Work Truck gets the new digital displays and connected features, so an entry truck no longer feels like an entry truck. Up the ladder, the High Country adds real wood decor, available microfiber suede and that Silverado-first panoramic sunroof, while the off-road trims get their own themes — the ZR2's Torch Red accents and forged carbon-fiber trim among them.

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Towing and Payload Capability

Towing is the reason many NWA buyers shop this truck — a bass boat down AR-12 to Prairie Creek, a utility trailer up the I-49 grades south of Fayetteville, a camper to the Beaver Lake ramps. The 5.7L V8 carries the top tow rating, up to 13,700 pounds properly equipped in a Double Cab, 2WD, with the Max Trailering Package, and up to 13,500 pounds in a 4WD Crew Cab. With proper equipment, diesel capacity reaches 12,000 pounds, compared with 9,700 for the 6.6L and 9,400 for TurboMax; bring your loaded trailer information to Nunnally to match engine choice with the boat or camper you actually pull. Max payload is 2,340 pounds. The available Max Trailering package adds an extra-capacity cooling system, and Super Cruise's hands-free trailering is the headline feature. See our 2027 Silverado 1500 towing guide for every rating by engine and cab.

Off-Road Capability

Three factory-lifted trims cover the off-road range. Custom Trail Boss is the attainable entry with a 2-inch lift and 34-inch tires; Trail Boss adds a dedicated off-road hood and the sunroof and Super Cruise options; and the ZR2 is the flagship, with 35-inch tires, front and rear e-lockers and Multimatic DSSV dampers engineered to stay composed over rough ground. There is no shortage of places to use it in the Ozarks, though riders should stick to legal, established areas.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The 2027 Silverado 1500 adds a deep standard safety suite, including: Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert and Reverse Automatic Braking join Adaptive Cruise Control, IntelliBeam auto high beams, Forward Collision Alert, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Front and Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, a Safety Alert Seat and an HD Rear Vision Camera. As always, these assist the driver; they do not replace attentive driving.

Which 2027 Silverado 1500 Is Right for You?

Because engine and trim are separate choices, most buyers land quickly once they know their job.

If you tow to Beaver Lake most weekends

Start with your boat trailer's loaded weight: properly equipped 5.7L trucks reach 13,700 pounds with Max Trailering, while diesel configurations reach 12,000, so discuss both against the passengers and equipment you carry to Prairie Creek. See Silverado 1500 inventory.

If it is a work and fleet truck

Work Truck, configured for your upfit, is the pick. Browse in-stock trucks.

If you want the most power

The new 6.6L V8, 481 horsepower and Chevrolet's most powerful naturally-aspirated half-ton V8, on the High Country or ZR2.

If you leave pavement

Custom Trail Boss to start, Trail Boss for more capability, ZR2 if serious off-road is the point.

If you want the nicest one

High Country, with standard Super Cruise, the panoramic sunroof and 22-inch wheels.

Why Buy the 2027 Silverado 1500 at George Nunnally Chevrolet in Bentonville

We are on SE Moberly Ln off SE Walton Blvd in Bentonville, a straight run up I-49 for buyers in Rogers, Springdale and Fayetteville and an easy drive from Siloam Springs on US-412. Northwest Arkansas is boat, trailer and job-site country, and the Silverado 1500 is built for exactly that mix of Beaver Lake weekends and weekday work. Our team can compare the in-stock trims and engines against your loaded trailer, passenger and work requirements. Discuss your cab, bed and loaded trailer on (479) 319-2494 , or contact us before heading to the SE Moberly Ln showroom.

2027 Silverado 1500 Frequently Asked Questions

When can I get the all-new 2027 Silverado 1500 in Northwest Arkansas?

Nunnally has the 2027 Silverado 1500 in stock for Northwest Arkansas buyers. Begin with the loaded trailer weight, passenger count and bed space your work requires. Compare the engine and actual truck’s rating before selecting cabin equipment, then inspect the seats, controls and loading access during a showroom visit.

How much does the 2027 Silverado 1500 cost?

Base pricing begins at $38,600 on Work Truck and reaches $77,200 on ZR2, with $2,795 freight, tax, title and fees separate; compare those equipment priorities at Nunnally before choosing solely by trim name. Other starting points are $43,600 Custom, $47,900 Silverado, $54,400 Custom Trail Boss, $61,200 Trail Boss and $71,700 High Country.

What powertrains come on the 2027 Silverado 1500?

Four: the 350-hp enhanced 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder, two new small-block V8s (a 402-hp 5.7L and a 481-hp 6.6L), and the 305-hp Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel — all with a 10-speed automatic.

Is there a new V8 in the 2027 Silverado?

Two. The 2027 redesign introduces a next-generation 5.7L V8 (replacing the 5.3L) and a 6.6L V8 (replacing the 6.2L), which Chevrolet calls the most powerful naturally-aspirated V8 in the half-ton class.

What makes the 2027 Silverado 1500's Super Cruise stand out?

Yes. High Country and ZR2 carry it standard, and it is available on Silverado and Trail Boss — a hands-free system built to keep working while you are towing.

Which trims can I choose from for 2027?

The lineup runs seven deep: Work Truck and Custom at the value end, Custom Trail Boss and Trail Boss for off-road buyers, Silverado as the core pick, then ZR2 and High Country at the top.

Is the 2027 Silverado 1500 a good truck for towing to Beaver Lake?

Yes. For Beaver Lake towing, a properly equipped 5.7L Double Cab 2WD with Max Trailering reaches 13,700 pounds, versus a diesel maximum of 12,000; match your trailer's loaded weight and passenger load at Nunnally before assuming either engine's headline rating fits the truck you select. Either handles a boat or camper trailer bound for the Beaver Lake ramps.

Can I reserve a 2027 Silverado 1500 in Northwest Arkansas?

Contact Nunnally with the Silverado configuration you want to purchase and compare its in-stock trucks. Identify the engine, cab, bed and essential packages first so the discussion follows your work requirements. Call (479) 319-2494 to arrange the vehicle comparison and review the itemized quote for the truck you select.

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