A cornerstone truck of the full-size, light-duty class, the Chevy Silverado 1500 delivers an excellent blend of comfort, capability, and reliability. It's also nicely equipped, organizing myriad comfort, convenience, and tech features across nine trim levels and several optional packages. With such an extensive lineup, the Silverado's equipment roster can seem a bit daunting to parse. So, to help you determine the right fit for your Bridgewater or Somerville drives, here's a breakdown of what comes standard in each tier.
WT
Short for "Work Truck," the Silverado 1500's base trim was designed for Hillsborough shoppers seeking a capable, no-nonsense pickup for an accessible value proposition. However, the WT trim isn't entirely basic, as it includes desirable features like cable-free smartphone integration and an array of advanced safety technologies.
- 2.7-liter TurboMax engine (310 horsepower, 430 pound-feet of torque); 8-speed automatic transmission
- Available 5.3-liter V8 (355 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque)
- 17-inch steel wheels
- Locking tailgate
- Rubberized flooring and vinyl upholstery
- 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Two USB ports
- Forward Collision Alert with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Following Distance Indicator
- Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist
- IntelliBeam® automatic high beams
Custom
Moving up a level, the Custom trim gives the Silverado 1500 more refinement, plus a few interior creature comforts. It comes exclusively with the TurboMax engine, plus upgrades like:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Remote start
- Cruise control
- Power-release tailgate
- LED bed lighting
- Heated mirrors
- Carpet flooring and cloth upholstery
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Two 120-volt outlets (cabin and cargo bed)
- Trailer hitch guidance
Custom Trail Boss
Are you shopping for a truck with genuine all-terrain ability but don't want to pay for unnecessary price-raising extras? The Custom Trail Boss trim is an excellent choice, adding off-road-specific equipment like:
- 2.7-liter TurboMax engine
- Available 5.3-liter V8
- Available Duramax Turbo-Diesel (305 horsepower, 495 pound-feet of torque)
- Standard four-wheel drive
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Mud-Terrain Goodyear® Wrangler Territory tires
- Two-speed transfer case
- Skid plates
- 2-inch suspension lift
- Rancho shocks
- Auto-locking rear differential
- Hill-descent control
LT
For drivers seeking a superb mix of features and value, this mid-level trim boasts numerous cabin and seating upgrades, plus high-res displays for the infotainment system and instrument cluster. The Chevy Silverado LT builds on the Custom trim with:
- 2.7-liter TurboMax engine
- Available 5.3-liter V8 and Duramax Turbo-Diesel
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Auto-locking rear differential
- LED headlights
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
- 13.4-inch touchscreen
RST
The RST is a stylish trim that's equipped similarly to the LT but with a uniquely sporty aesthetic. It's also the first model eligible for the 6.2-liter V8 engine.
- 2.7-liter TurboMax engine
- Available 5.3-liter V8, Duramax Turbo-Diesel, and 6.2-liter V8 (420 horsepower, 460 pound-feet of torque)
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Sporty exterior styling
- LED fog lights and taillights
- Single-speed transfer case
LT Trail Boss (Starting MSRP: $59,9951)
As its title suggests, this trim combines the LT trim's desirable amenities with rugged Trail Boss capability. The LT Trail Boss is available with any engine option and adds fog lights and a transmission oil cooler.
ZR2
For enthusiasts looking to maximize the Silverado's capability beyond the asphalt, the ZR2 trim builds on the LT Trail Boss with equipment like:
- 6.2-liter V8 or available Turbo-Diesel
- Multimatic DSSV dampers
- Front and rear e-lockers
- Spray-in bedliner
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- 7-speaker Bose premium audio system
- Wireless smartphone charging
- Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
LTZ
The Chevy Silverado's penultimate tier positions the pickup firmly in luxury territory, building on the LT trim with premium upgrades like:
- Standard 5.3-liter V8
- Available 6.2-liter V8 or Duramax Turbo-Diesel
- Advanced Trailering System
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Power-folding/auto-dimming mirrors
- Power tailgate
- Power-sliding rear window
- Heated and ventilated front bucket seats
- Leather upholstery
- Bose audio system
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Surround Vision camera
- Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert/Trailer Coverage
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Front/rear parking sensors
High Country
Finally, the top-tier High Country trim delivers the most deluxe Silverado 1500 experience, expanding on the LTZ's equipment roster with amenities like:
- High-intensity LED headlamps
- Wheel-to-wheel side steps
- Spray-in bedliner
- Bed-view camera
- Heated rear seats
- Integrated navigation
- Digital driver information display
- Available Super Cruise
Test-Drive the Chevy Silverado 1500 near New Brunswick and Readington Township
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