What's the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 Release Date and Key Features?
Originally published March 21, 2026 · Updated September 20, 2026

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The Short Version
- The redesigned 2027 Silverado 1500 is expected on sale at the end of 2026, with no exact date yet.
- Pricing is out: $38,600 for the Work Truck up to $77,200 for the ZR2, before a $2,795 destination charge.
- Four engines, including two new V8s: 402 horsepower from the 5.7L and 481 horsepower from the 6.6L.
- It will be available to order later this year. Tell us now and we will call you first.
The next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 was revealed in June, and its prices, engine ratings and towing numbers are now out. If you are shopping from Rogers, Springdale, Fayetteville or Siloam Springs, here is the release timing, what each trim costs and what the truck can actually do, so you know whether to wait for it or buy a 2026 today. For the whole picture, start with our 2027 Silverado 1500 research hub or the 2027 Silverado 1500 overview.
When does the 2027 Silverado 1500 come out?
| Date | What happened | Source |
|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | The all-new Silverado 1500 was revealed | Chevrolet |
| September 17, 2026 | Engine power, towing and payload ratings published | Chevrolet / GM |
| September 18, 2026 | Trim pricing published | Chevrolet |
| Later in 2026 | Available to order | Chevrolet |
| End of 2026 | Expected on sale | Chevrolet |
No exact on-sale date has been announced. The useful move now is to tell our team what trim and engine you want. We will contact you the moment ordering opens.
2027 Silverado 1500 price by trim
Each of the seven trims has a starting MSRP. Every price below excludes the $2,795 destination freight charge, which is added to the sticker.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | With $2,795 destination |
|---|---|---|
| Work Truck | $38,600 | $41,395 |
| Custom | $43,600 | $46,395 |
| Silverado | $47,900 | $50,695 |
| Custom Trail Boss | $54,400 | $57,195 |
| Trail Boss | $61,200 | $63,995 |
| High Country | $71,700 | $74,495 |
| ZR2 | $77,200 | $79,995 |
These are starting prices for the base configuration of each trim. Engines, cab and bed choices and packages change the final number. Our 2027 Silverado 1500 trim guide walks through what each step up adds.
2027 Silverado 1500 engines and horsepower
The new 5.7L and 6.6L V8s replace the 5.3L and 6.2L. The 2.7L TurboMax is enhanced and now uses a 10-speed automatic, and the 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel returns. Every figure is on the specs page.
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|
| 2.7L TurboMax | 350 hp | 455 lb-ft |
| 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel | 305 hp | 495 lb-ft |
| 5.7L V8 | 402 hp | 428 lb-ft |
| 6.6L V8 | 481 hp | 501 lb-ft |
Not every engine is offered on every trim. The Work Truck comes with the TurboMax and can be ordered with the Duramax. The High Country comes with the 5.7L, with the 6.6L and Duramax available. The ZR2 comes with the Duramax, with the 6.6L available. For the engineering behind the V8s, see our guide to the new Gen VI small-block V8.
2027 Silverado 1500 towing and payload
Every rating is tied to a specific engine and cab, so read the fine print before you compare.
- 5.7L V8: up to 13,700 pounds in a double cab 2WD with the Max Trailering Package.
- 3.0L Duramax: up to 12,000 pounds in a crew cab 4WD with the Max Trailering Package.
- 2.7L TurboMax: up to 9,400 pounds in a regular cab 2WD.
- 6.6L V8: up to 9,700 pounds in a crew cab 4WD.
- Payload: up to 2,340 pounds with the 2.7L TurboMax in a regular cab 2WD.
That is enough for a loaded boat trailer to Beaver Lake with room to spare on the right configuration. The 2027 Silverado 1500 towing page breaks the numbers out by engine, cab and drivetrain. Bring us your trailer's loaded weight and we will spec the truck around it.
What is new on the 2027 Silverado
- Screens: a 16.3-inch center touchscreen and 12.2-inch driver display are standard on every trim. The ZR2 and High Country add an 11.5-inch front passenger screen.
- Super Cruise: standard on the High Country and ZR2, and available on the Silverado and Trail Boss. It keeps working while you tow a trailer.
- Safety: four new standard features: Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert and Reverse Automatic Braking.
- Look: new LED headlights and taillights, and standard dual exhaust on Custom and above.
- Colors: nine exterior colors, including three new ones: Apex Red, Pacific Blue Metallic and Trillium Green Metallic.
- Fuel tank: a 34-gallon tank is available on double and crew cabs.
Have a question we did not cover? The 2027 Silverado 1500 FAQs answer the ones we hear most, and the truck is also covered en español.
2026 or 2027 Silverado 1500 for Northwest Arkansas drivers?
Both are good trucks, and the right one depends on timing. If you need a truck in the next few weeks, buy a 2026 Silverado 1500. Browse the 2026 Silverado 1500 guide and new Silverado 1500 inventory in Bentonville. If the redesign is the point, the new V8s, the big screens and Super Cruise with towing are the reasons to wait for the 2027. You can start a trade-in value online.
Common questions about the 2027 Silverado 1500
When does the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 come out?
It is expected to go on sale at the end of 2026 and will be available to order later this year. An exact on-sale date has not been announced.
How much does the 2027 Silverado 1500 cost?
Starting prices run from $38,600 for the Work Truck to $77,200 for the ZR2, before the $2,795 destination charge. With destination, that is $41,395 to $79,995.
What engines does the 2027 Silverado 1500 have?
Four: an enhanced 2.7L TurboMax, a 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel, a new 5.7L V8 rated at 402 horsepower and a new 6.6L V8 rated at 481 horsepower. All use a 10-speed automatic.
How much can the 2027 Silverado 1500 tow?
The 5.7L V8 is rated up to 13,700 pounds in a double cab 2WD with the Max Trailering Package. Other engines and cab styles rate lower.
Can I order a 2027 Silverado 1500 now?
The truck will be available to order later this year. Tell our team what you want and we will contact you the moment ordering opens.
Should I buy a 2026 Silverado 1500 instead?
If you need a truck this month, a 2026 Silverado is the truck you can buy now. If the new engines, screens or Super Cruise are the reason you are shopping, the 2027 is worth waiting for.
George Nunnally Chevrolet is at 2700 SE Moberly Ln in Bentonville, just off I-49. Call (479) 319-2494, contact us or start with pre-approval so your budget is set before the truck is. The service and maintenance page covers what the new truck needs once you own it.