The 2026 Chevrolet 1500 Is a Pleasant Work- and Play-Ready Daily Driver
If you want a full-size pickup that’s as ready to work and play as it is to serve as a daily driver, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will appeal to you. Available with your choice of three beds and cabs, this Chevy truck is powerful, capable, and thoughtfully equipped. Tarr Chevrolet is where you’ll find a powerful and capable truck that works and plays as hard as you do.
Power and Performance
Most Chevy Silverado 1500 trims have rear-wheel drive, with four-wheel drive offered as an option; a handful of trims offer standard 4WD. Four engines are available within the truck’s lineup, beginning with a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder powerplant that produces 310 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Total system output reaches 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque for pickups with the turbodiesel 3.0-liter V6 engine.
A 5.3-liter V8 engine is up next, and it delivers 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The top-of-the-line engine is a 6.2-liter V8 powerplant. The top engine cranks out 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, enabling trucks with this powerplant to reach 60 miles per hour from a standstill in just 5.5 seconds.
Towing and Hauling
New Chevy trucks are widely celebrated for their enviable capabilities. With the right equipment and the 6.2-liter V8 engine, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 lbs. The pickup’s maximum payload capacity is 1,870 – 2,280 lbs, depending on which engine is under its hood.
Technology Features
Whether you’re working hard or playing harder, you want a truck that can keep up. From daily commute to campsite to jobsite, there’s plenty of technology on hand to ensure it’s ready for anything. A Wi-Fi® hotspot lets you check emails and participate in virtual meetings on the road. Voice recognition and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity work perfectly with the truck’s seven-inch infotainment touchscreen. Bluetooth® integration supports hands-free phone use and streaming.
Safety Features
Of course, the truck’s safety features make the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a fantastic choice for anyone with a long commute or who loves taking road trips on weekends. The pickup’s standard safety and driver-assistive features include a forward collision warning and intervention system, a lane departure warning, and lane-keep assist. Options include adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot monitor, and front and rear parking sensors.
Test-Drive a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Jefferson City, TN
Are you eager to see how versatile the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is? Visit our Jefferson City, TN Chevy dealership to check out the pickup. Do you already want to buy or lease the truck? Apply for Chevrolet financing now to complete your transaction today.