Chevrolet has introduced the next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500, and it is a ground-up redesign rather than a mid-cycle refresh. Two all-new V8 engines, a new trim structure, and a substantially reworked interior arrive together. It goes on sale late in 2026.
Here is what Chevrolet has actually confirmed, what it has not, and what the change means if you own a current Silverado.
The Headline: the 5.3L V8 Is Gone
The biggest story is what left rather than what arrived. For the first time since the 1999 model year, the Silverado will not offer a 5.3L V8. Two next-generation small block V8s replace the outgoing pair: a 5.7L in place of the 5.3L, and a 6.6L in place of the 6.2L.
That matters beyond the spec sheet. The 5.3L and 6.2L have been the default half-ton V8s for two decades, and the parts, service knowledge and aftermarket around them are enormous. Those engines do not disappear from the road — there are millions of them — but new production moves on.
It is also reasonable to expect these engines to appear in the GMC Sierra 1500 and in the full-size SUVs, though Chevrolet has not confirmed that timing.
The Full Engine Lineup
| Engine | Status | Replaces | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L V8 | All-new | 5.3L V8 | 10-speed automatic |
| 6.6L V8 | All-new | 6.2L V8 | 10-speed automatic |
| 2.7L TurboMax I4 | Returns, enhanced | — | 10-speed, up from 8-speed |
| 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel | Returns | — | 10-speed automatic |
The 2.7L moving from an eight-speed to a ten-speed is a real change for the base truck, and it brings the whole lineup onto one transmission. The Duramax continues to be the only diesel in the half-ton class.
Chevrolet has not published horsepower, torque, towing or payload figures. It has claimed the truck will have the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in its class, which sets a floor rather than a number — for reference, the outgoing 6.2L makes 420 hp and 460 lb-ft. Treat any specific output figure you see quoted elsewhere as an estimate until Chevrolet publishes it.
Seven Trims, Three of Them Lifted
The lineup is restructured to seven trims: Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, Silverado, Trail Boss, ZR2 and High Country. The Silverado trim is the former LT, renamed.
Three of those — ZR2, Trail Boss and Custom Trail Boss — are lifted off-road trims, which Chevrolet attributes to demand in recent years. That is the widest factory off-road spread the half-ton has carried.
Interior and Technology
A 16.3-inch centre touchscreen and a 12.2-inch digital driver display are standard on every trim, including the Work Truck — which is the more notable half of that, since base fleet trucks usually get the smaller screen.
Exterior changes are evolutionary rather than radical: new LED headlights and tail lights, a larger grille, revised rocker panels and larger wheel wells, and a wider, more planted stance. Cab and bed configurations carry over, with regular, double and crew cab options.
Some feature claims circulating are not confirmed. A front passenger display, a panoramic sunroof and dual wireless charging have all been reported, but Chevrolet has not confirmed them in its own materials at the time of writing. We are not listing them as fact.
What Chevrolet Has Not Announced
- Pricing, for any trim — expected closer to launch
- Horsepower and torque for either new V8
- Towing, payload and fuel economy figures
- Any hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrain
- Whether the new V8s reach the Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban or Yukon, and when
For context on current pricing, the 2026 Silverado Work Truck starts around $39,695 including destination and the 2026 ZR2 around $74,990. Those are the outgoing truck's figures, not the 2027's.
If You Own a Current Silverado
Nothing about your truck changes. The 2019–2026 generation remains a current, fully supported platform with the deepest parts availability of any half-ton on the road, and a model changeover does not alter that.
Two practical points if you are weighing a trade. New-generation trucks typically carry a price premium early in the run, and first-year builds of a ground-up redesign are exactly that — first-year builds. Buyers who wait a cycle often get a better-sorted truck. Against that, the outgoing generation may see incentives as dealers clear stock.
And if you have a 6.2L L87, one thing worth checking regardless of what you do next: engines produced between 1 March 2021 and 31 May 2024 fall under a GM recall over connecting rod and crankshaft defects, and the remedy changes the oil specification for engines that pass inspection. Our 6.2L maintenance guide covers which vehicles are affected and what oil applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What engines does the 2027 Silverado have?
Four: two all-new V8s, a 5.7L and a 6.6L, plus the returning 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder and the 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel inline-six. All pair with a 10-speed automatic.
Is the 5.3L V8 discontinued?
Yes. For the first time since the 1999 model year the Silverado will not offer a 5.3L V8 — the new 5.7L replaces it, and the 6.6L replaces the 6.2L.
How much horsepower does the 2027 Silverado make?
Chevrolet has not published output figures. It has claimed the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the class, which sets a floor rather than a number. The outgoing 6.2L makes 420 hp and 460 lb-ft for reference. Any specific figure quoted elsewhere is an estimate.
How much will the 2027 Silverado cost?
Not announced; pricing is expected closer to the late-2026 on-sale date. The 2026 Work Truck starts around $39,695 including destination and the 2026 ZR2 around $74,990, but those are the outgoing truck's figures.
What are the 2027 Silverado trims?
Seven: Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, Silverado, Trail Boss, ZR2 and High Country. The Silverado trim is the renamed LT, and three trims are lifted off-road models.
Is it a redesign or a refresh?
A ground-up redesign — new body, revised chassis, new engines and a new interior, not a mid-cycle update.
Does the 2027 Silverado have a hybrid?
Chevrolet has not announced any hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrain for it.
Will the new V8s go into the Sierra, Tahoe or Suburban?
It is a reasonable expectation given how GM shares powertrains, but Chevrolet has not confirmed it or given timing. Treat it as likely rather than announced.
Does the Work Truck really get the big screen?
Yes — the 16.3-inch centre touchscreen and 12.2-inch driver display are standard across every trim including the base Work Truck, which is the genuinely unusual part.
Should I buy now or wait for the 2027?
Depends on your appetite for a first-year build. New generations typically carry an early price premium, and first-year examples of a ground-up redesign are first-year examples. The outgoing generation may see incentives as stock clears, and it remains fully supported with excellent parts availability.
A Note on Sourcing
Engine lineup, trim structure, transmission and screen sizes come from Chevrolet's own announcement of the next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 and were cross-checked against independent coverage. Where Chevrolet has not published a figure — horsepower, torque, towing, payload, economy, pricing — this page says so rather than estimating.
Three features were removed from an earlier version of this page: a front passenger display, a panoramic sunroof and dual wireless charging pads. All three have been reported, none are confirmed in Chevrolet's own materials at the time of writing, and a pre-launch page is exactly where unconfirmed specifications should not be stated as fact.
The claim that the new V8s will reach the Sierra and the full-size SUVs is an expectation, not an announcement, and is described that way above.
This page covers a vehicle that is not yet on sale. Details will change between announcement and launch. Confirm anything that matters to a purchase decision against Chevrolet's current published specifications.