Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is Chevy's half-ton full-size pickup, sold under that name since the 1999 model year after starting life as a trim on the old C/K trucks. It shares its frame and engines with the GMC Sierra 1500, but Chevy covers a wider spread, from the plain Work Truck to the off-road ZR2 and the plush High Country. The all-new 2027 Silverado just arrived with new 5.7- and 6.6-liter V8s and a 10-speed automatic on every engine. Pick your year below to jump to the right generation, or read on for the history and which one suits you.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at a Glance
Silverado name since 1975 A C/K trim, then its own model for 1999
Generations 5 GMT800 to the 2027 redesign
Current engines 4 2.7 turbo, 5.7 V8, 6.6 V8, 3.0 diesel
Current power 305–481 hp 3.0 Duramax to 6.6 V8
Max towing 13,700 lb 2027 with the 5.7 V8
Twin GMC Sierra 1500 Same chassis, different styling and trims
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Generations
Years shown are US model years. Some years overlap because Chevy kept building the old truck for a while after each redesign: the 2007 Silverado Classic (GMT800), the 2019 Silverado LD (K2XX) and the 2022 Silverado LTD (pre-refresh T1XX). Codes are the GM platform names owners use. GM hasn't published a code for the 2027 truck, so we use T1-2, the name GM Authority uses for this updated T1 platform. Before 1999, Silverado was a trim on Chevy's C/K pickups. Pick a card to open its full guide.
1999–2007
GMT800
GMT8009 model years
The first truck called Silverado, with Vortec V8s and a separate HD model a year later. Sold as the Silverado Classic for 2007.
Guide coming soon
2007–2013
GMT900
GMT9007 model years
Boxier styling, a much better cabin and 2007 North American Truck of the Year honors. A two-mode hybrid ran from 2009 to 2013.
Guide coming soon
2014–2018
K2XX
K2XX5 model years
EcoTec3 V6 and V8 engines with cylinder deactivation, a 420-hp 6.2 and an 8-speed automatic. Sold as the Silverado LD for 2019.
Guide coming soon
2019–2026
T1XX
T1XX8 model years
Brought the Trail Boss, a 2.7 turbo four and the 3.0 Duramax. The 2022 refresh added the ZR2, Super Cruise and Google built-in.
Read the T1XX guide →
2027–present
2027 redesign
T1-20 model years
Today's Silverado 1500, with new 5.7 and 6.6 V8s, a 350-hp TurboMax, a 10-speed on every engine and a 16.3-inch screen.
Read the T1-2 guide →
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 History
The Silverado went from the fanciest trim on a C/K pickup to one of America's best-selling vehicles. Here are the moments that shaped it.
- 1975 Silverado debuts as the top trim on Chevy's C/K pickups, above Cheyenne, Scottsdale and Custom Deluxe.
- 1999 Silverado becomes a model of its own, going on sale in August 1998 as a 1999 truck, and a heavy-duty version follows about a year later.
- 2004 GM's first hybrid pickup arrives, a mild hybrid sold mostly to fleets at first.
- 2007 The GMT900 Silverado launches and wins North American Truck of the Year and Motor Trend Truck of the Year.
- 2009 A two-mode Silverado Hybrid pairs a 6.0 V8 with two electric motors. It's sold through 2013.
- 2014 The K2XX launches with EcoTec3 engines and cylinder deactivation, and the 6.2 V8 gets an 8-speed automatic for 2015.
- 2019 The T1XX Silverado, revealed at Texas Motor Speedway for 100 years of Chevy trucks, brings the LT Trail Boss with a factory 2-inch lift and a 310-hp 2.7 turbo four.
- 2020 The 3.0-liter Duramax inline-six diesel joins the lineup.
- 2022 A big refresh adds the first ZR2, Super Cruise on High Country, Google built-in and a 13.4-inch touchscreen.
- 2024 The all-electric Silverado EV goes on sale as a separate model on its own BT1 platform.
- 2026 Chevy reveals the next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 on June 16, and production starts at Silao, Mexico, in the fall.
Which Silverado 1500 Generation Is Right for You?
The right Silverado 1500 depends on your budget, how much you tow and how much tech you want. Here's how the generations line up for most buyers.
| Generation | Years | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| GMT800 | 1999–2007 | Budget work trucks; simple and easy to fix |
| GMT900 | 2007–2013 | Cheap V8 hauler with a much better cabin |
| K2XX | 2014–2018 | Value buy with more power; check for lifter and 8-speed issues |
| T1XX | 2019–2026 | Best used pick; 2022-and-up trucks have the better cabin and more tech |
| T1-2 | 2027–present | Newest tech and engines, but it's a first-year design |
Our take: for most used buyers, a 2022–2026 T1XX with the 5.3 V8 or the 3.0 Duramax is the sweet spot. If you're shopping a 2021–2024 truck with the 6.2 V8, make sure the engine recall has been done.
Silverado 1500 Owners Community
Silverado 1500 owners talk towing setups, Trail Boss and ZR2 builds, engine recalls and keeping high-mileage trucks running. Share your truck, ask questions and swap tips with other owners.
- 6.2 V8 recall and engine replacements
- 5.3 vs 6.2 vs 3.0 Duramax
- Trail Boss and ZR2 off-road builds
- Leveling kits, wheels and tires
- Towing setups and trailer cameras
- Super Cruise real-world experiences
- Real-world fuel economy
- GMT800 and GMT900 work-truck restorations
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 FAQ
What years is each Chevy Silverado 1500 generation?
In the US: GMT800 1999–2006 (plus the 2007 Silverado Classic), GMT900 2007–2013, K2XX 2014–2018 (plus the 2019 Silverado LD), T1XX 2019–2026 and the redesigned truck from 2027 on.
Is the Silverado 1500 the same as the GMC Sierra 1500?
Mechanically, mostly yes. They share the frame, engines and transmissions. However, the GMC Sierra 1500 gets its own styling, interiors and trims, while the Silverado runs from the Work Truck to the ZR2 and High Country.
What's new on the 2027 Silverado 1500?
It's a full redesign with new 5.7- and 6.6-liter V8s, a 350-hp TurboMax four-cylinder, a 10-speed automatic on every engine and a 16.3-inch center screen. The LT is now simply called Silverado, while RST and LTZ are gone and a Custom Trail Boss is new.
How much can a Chevy Silverado 1500 tow?
Chevy rates the 2027 Silverado 1500 up to 13,700 lb with the 5.7 V8. The diesel is rated up to 12,000 lb, the 6.6 V8 up to 9,700 lb and the 2.7 turbo up to 9,400 lb. Your truck's exact rating is on its door-jamb label.
Which Silverado 1500 has the 6.2 V8 engine recall?
NHTSA recall 25V274 covers 2021–2024 GM trucks and SUVs with the 6.2-liter L87 V8 built between March 2021 and May 2024, Silverado 1500s included. NHTSA opened a follow-up investigation in August 2026 into whether the fix is enough, so check the VIN and ask for repair paperwork.
Where is the Silverado 1500 built?
The 2027 truck started production at GM's Silao plant in Mexico in fall 2026. Fort Wayne Assembly in Indiana is due to follow in January 2027, with GM targeting Orion Assembly in Michigan for the second quarter of 2027.
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Photo credits
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