Chevrolet · Updated June 2026
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026): price, specs & release date
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026), released 2026. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: fueleconomy.gov verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) is listed at $36900 on fueleconomy.gov as of 2026-06-27, #15 cheapest of 16 cars (median $29740); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 98/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 16 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Broad engine and configuration lineup with strong V-8 acceleration (0-60 measured 5.4-5.5 sec for the 6.2L); Handling feels agile for the truck's size and it is good to drive.
- Skip if So-so / cheap-feeling cabin materials on base and entry-level trims is a dealbreaker.
Is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) a good buy?
At $36900, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) is #15 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720. On the spec sheet, its mpg combined of 20 is the lowest of the 15, its seats of 6 is the highest of the 16, and its horsepower of 310 is above the median of the 16. By release date, it is the oldest of the 16 we date.
Evidence of Record
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Two independent labs measured this product across 2 physical metrics — 0-60 mph and 75-mph highway fuel-economy. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026)
Two whitelisted testers with hands-on data agree the 2026 Silverado 1500 is capable and versatile with strong V-8 acceleration (0-60 measured 5.4-5.5 sec on the 6.2L), but its base-trim cabin materials and unloaded ride trail rivals. Car and Driver rates it 8.5/10, MotorTrend 8.4/10; both prefer the Ram 1500.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2026–2026-06-22
Tested by Car and Driver, MotorTrend
Consistently praised
- Broad engine and configuration lineup with strong V-8 acceleration (0-60 measured 5.4-5.5 sec for the 6.2L) · 2 sources
- Handling feels agile for the truck's size and it is good to drive · 2 sources
- Big-screen tech and nicer cabin in higher trims (LT and up) · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- So-so / cheap-feeling cabin materials on base and entry-level trims · 2 sources
- Ride quality feels busy when the bed is unloaded
- Tows less than an F-150 and offers no all-out performance version
Where reviewers disagree Minor: the two testers' measured 0-60 times differ slightly (C/D 5.4 sec vs MT 5.5 sec for the 6.2L V-8; C/D 6.1 sec vs MT 6.4 sec for the 5.3L). Both nonetheless rank the Silverado just behind the Ram 1500.
The sources (2)
0-60 mph (6.2L V-8, High Country): 5.4 sec · 0-60 mph (5.3L V-8): 6.1 sec · 75-mph highway fuel-economy route (4WD diesel): 26 mpg · 75-mph highway fuel-economy route (5.3L): 21 mpg · 75-mph highway fuel-economy route (6.2L): 19 mpg · 75-mph highway fuel-economy route (4WD turbo four): 18 mpg
While not the most up-to-date of the domestic pickups, the Silverado is plenty capable across a wide range of configurations.
The truck's handling is surprisingly agile, and the brake pedal provides firm and reassuring feedback.
So-so cabin appointments, doesn't pull quite as much as an F-150, no all-out performance version.
0-60 mph (2.7L TurboMax turbo-four): 7.1 sec · 0-60 mph (3.0L Duramax diesel I-6): 7.6 sec · 0-60 mph (5.3L V-8): 6.4 sec · 0-60 mph (6.2L V-8): 5.5 sec
Even the base turbo-four engine has plenty of punch, while the available Duramax diesel I-6 provides smooth torque and impressively long driving range.
Cheap-feeling materials and outdated tech in base models might suffice for work-truck purposes
we prefer our 2025 Truck of the Year winner
Specifications
| Price (US) | $36900 US MSRP base 2WD 2.7L turbo per fueleconomy.gov; full range $36,900–$62,900 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chevrolet |
| Released | 2026 |
| Body style | full-size pickup truck |
| Mpg combined | 20 |
| Horsepower | 310 |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Seats | 6 |
| Cargo cuft | — |
| Powertrain | 2.7L inline-4 turbocharged, 8-speed automatic |
Source: fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by consumerreports.org. EPA vehicle ID 49358 (2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2WD 2.7L turbo): 20 MPG combined (18 city/21 hwy), MSRP $36,900–$62,900, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 8-spd auto. ConsumerReports confirms 310 hp (2.7L turbo base), starting $36,900, 3 front + 3 rear (crew cab standard seating listed as 6). Diesel (3.0L, 305 hp) and V8 variants (5.3L 355 hp, 6.2L 420 hp) available. Bed/cargo not accessible from unblocked sources; null entered.
Is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) worth it vs cheaper cars?
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) against its closest cheaper and pricier cars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | Body style | Mpg combined | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) this | $36900 | full-size pickup truck | 20 | 310 | RWD | 6 |
| Subaru Outback (2026) | $34995 | midsize wagon/crossover | 27 | 180 | AWD | 5 |
| Ford F-150 (2026) | $37290 | full-size pickup truck | — | 325 | RWD | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026)?
Two whitelisted testers with hands-on data agree the 2026 Silverado 1500 is capable and versatile with strong V-8 acceleration (0-60 measured 5.4-5.5 sec on the 6.2L), but its base-trim cabin materials and unloaded ride trail rivals. Car and Driver rates it 8.5/10, MotorTrend 8.4/10; both prefer the Ram 1500. Praised: Broad engine and configuration lineup with strong V-8 acceleration (0-60 measured 5.4-5.5 sec for the 6.2L); Handling feels agile for the truck's size and it is good to drive; Big-screen tech and nicer cabin in higher trims (LT and up). Flagged: So-so / cheap-feeling cabin materials on base and entry-level trims; Ride quality feels busy when the bed is unloaded; Tows less than an F-150 and offers no all-out performance version. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) cost?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) has a US price of $36900 (US MSRP base 2WD 2.7L turbo per fueleconomy.gov; full range $36,900–$62,900), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) compare on price?
At $36900, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) is #15 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720.
When was the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) released?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) was released 2026.
What are the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026)'s key specs?
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026) (Chevrolet): body style full-size pickup truck, mpg combined 20, horsepower 310, drivetrain RWD, seats 6. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $36900 at fueleconomy.gov, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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