What’s New In the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500?

July 7th, 2021 by

A red 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 parked on a dirt road

What’s New In the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500?


What’s New?

When you’re bringing full-size expectations from your next truck, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 is well-equipped to rise to every occasion. Largely credited for that are the changes and upgrades which make the 2021 Silverado the best ever.

Not only are the 2021 Chevy Silverado special features captivating, but its broad selection of configurations means there is a new Silverado ideal for everyone.

Eight trims, seven powertrains, three-bed sizes, three cab sizes, and room for six occupants make the 2021 Chevy Silverado special for countless reasons. To learn more about the new Silverado and what’s new from the previous generation, please continue reading.

Performance Highlights

Whether your intentions are to relocate big pieces of earth or get the family away for a long weekend camping, the power and performance selections are wide and compelling.

The 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 trim levels range from Work Truck, LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, and the chart-topping High Country. The new model year Silverado is standard as rear-wheel drive, though all-wheel drive is available.

Engine options range from the 310 -horsepower 2.7-liter turbo-4 all the way up to the behemoth 6.2-liter V-8 engine with an output of 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. When fully equipped, this engine is capable of lugging around 13,300 pounds.

Other engine choices include a 285-horsepower 4.3-liter V-6, a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 with added towing capacity, and a 5.3-liter V8 engine that can be had as a 6-, 8- or 10-speed automatic transmission.

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Standout Tech Specs

Compatible with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto, the intuitive infotainment system begins at seven inches but grows to eight inches on higher trims. Several additional tech specs add life to every outing.

Depending on engine choice, features include wireless smartphone charging as either standard or available. The High Country features an 8-inch digital cluster to go with the premium 8-inch Bose infotainment system. To maximize the sounds, seven Bose speakers are placed deliberately to produce the greatest overall sounds.

Additions to advanced trailering technology make every load a little lighter and, on the longer beds, a new 6-way tailgate is available.

Innovative Driver-Assist and Safety Features Drive Confidence

To accompany the relaxation brought on by standout infotainment, a number of safety packages for the 2021 Chevy Silverado are also available to add confidence to your every drive. Beginning with the WT, a Safety Confidence Package includes Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection.

Another available safety package at the High Country-level includes Blind Spot Monitors, as well as front and rear parking sensors. To learn more about all the standard and available features to help better protect you and your passengers.

Added Comfort and Convenience in Every 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500

Invigorating entertainment and safety-inspired confidence are just a few of the highlights of all that’s new and welcoming with the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500. Comfort also features prominently.

Beginning at the LTZ trim, experience standard heated, power-adjustable front seats. Higher trims come standard with leather seating, real-wood trimming, and a heated steering wheel.

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