The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a pickup for all seasons. With many powertrains, including turbo 4-cylinder, turbodiesel inline-6, a 4.3-liter V6, and a couple of V8s, the Silverado is ready to work and play. There are many choices of trims, cab configurations, and bed lengths. We like the short-bed crew cab set-up, but if you want a standard length box, add $300 to the price.
Redesigned last year, the Silverado continues to offer upgrades, most notable the multi-function tailgate introduced at a GMC exclusive. Towing ability is also greatly enhanced, with a rating of up to 13,000 pounds possible thanks to the turbodiesel’s introduction. Silverado is also equally adept off-road with its Trail Boss trim that comes on Custom and LT models. This package includes a 2-inch factory lift kit, the Z71 off-road suspension, and an engine upgrade in the higher trim.
Prices start at $36,110 for the relatively bare-bones Silverado Work Truck. Custom models add a few more features, but for the amenities that you’d expect in a passenger car, we suggest starting at the LT trim, which ranges between $43,595 and $45,985. You can even go even more upscale with the LTZ, which starts at nearly $55,000, or the flagship High Country which closes in on $60,000.
Our choice here is the street-oriented RST trim level. It has a great appearance thanks to its black exterior accent trim LED fog lamps and taillights and keyless entry and start. The RST ranges in price from $44,795 to $47,195. It offers the option of turbo 4-cylinder power, the muscular 3.0-liter turbodiesel, or either the 5.3- or 6.2-liter V8. Add destination fees of $1,565 to all models.
Here’s the complete rundown on 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab trim levels:
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Work Truck: $36,110-$38,285
- 4.3-liter V6/6-speed automatic transmission
- 17-inch steel wheels
- Tilt-only steering-column adjustment
- 7-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Custom: $38,220-$41,685
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Cruise control
- EZ Lift power lock and release tailgate
- Remote start
- Front tow hooks
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Custom Trail Boss: $44,795-$47,390
- 4-wheel drive
- 18-inch alloy wheels with black finish
- 2-inch lift kit with Z71 off-road package
- Trailer package
2021 Chevrolet Silverado LT: $43,595-$45,985
- 2.7-liter turbo-4/8-speed automatic transmission
- LED headlights
- Upgraded driver-information display
- Single-zone automatic climate control
2021 Chevrolet Silverado RST: $44,795-$47,195
- Remote start
- Automatic locking rear differential
- Bed lighting
- USB ports in the second row
2021 Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss: $52,195-$54,670
- 5.3-liter V8/10-speed automatic transmission
- 4-wheel drive
- Dual exhaust
- 2-inch lift kit with Z71 off-road package
2021 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ: $54,995-$55,590
- 5.3-liter V8/8-speed transmission
- Leather upholstery
- Heated steering wheel/heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
2021 Chevrolet Silverado High Country: $58,795-$61,250
- 20-inch chromed alloy wheels
- Spray-on bed liner
- Heated/ventilated seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Bose 7-speaker audio upgrade
- Side steps
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