For 2027, Chevrolet has redesigned the Silverado 1500 inside and out. It gets two new V8 engines, a 16.3-inch center screen in every trim, new standard safety technology and a reworked seven-trim lineup. Here's what changed, what it means for truck owners in Williamsville and across Western New York, and how to reserve yours at our Transit Road store.
Arriving late 2026. Pre-orders are open now.Tell our sales team the trim, engine and color you want, and we'll handle the rest.
Start your pre-order Call sales: (716) 406-4071This isn't a mid-cycle refresh. Chevrolet calls the 2027 model the most powerful Silverado 1500 it has built, and nearly every part of the truck a driver touches is new. That includes the engines, the cabin, the screens, the safety systems and the trim names.
The headline change is under the hood. A new 5.7L V8 makes 402 horsepower and 428 lb.-ft. of torque, and it carries the Silverado's best-in-class maximum trailering rating of 13,700 lbs. when properly equipped. A new 6.6L V8 makes 481 horsepower and 501 lb.-ft., which GM says makes it the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the half-ton class. Both are sixth-generation Small Block engines with direct and port fuel injection.
The 2.7L TurboMax gets a new turbocharger, upgraded fuel injection and redesigned pistons. It makes 350 horsepower and 455 lb.-ft., which Chevrolet rates as best-in-class standard torque, and it's now paired with a 10-speed automatic. The Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel returns with 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. With the available 34-gallon tank, GM estimates more than 900 miles of highway range. All four engines use a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Every 2027 Silverado 1500, including the Work Truck, gets a 16.3-inch center touchscreen and a 12.2-inch digital driver information center. The system runs Google built-in with the Gemini assistant, which handles navigation, climate and vehicle questions by voice, and it integrates Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. High Country and ZR2 add an 11.5-inch front passenger screen, a head-up display and a rear camera mirror, for more than 60 inches of combined displays. The passenger screen isn't visible to the driver.
Other cabin additions include a new available Multi-Flex center console that folds flat into a work surface, available dual wireless charging, and the first panoramic sunroof ever offered on a Silverado. The sunroof is standard on High Country and available on ZR2, Trail Boss and Silverado.
The 2027 Silverado 1500 comes with more than 15 standard safety and driver assistance features. Four are new: Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert and Reverse Automatic Braking. The truck offers up to 11 cameras and 19 camera views, including front and rear underbody cameras that Chevrolet says are a first in the class.
Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance now works while towing. It's standard on High Country and ZR2 and available on Silverado and Trail Boss. It covers more than 600,000 miles of compatible roads in North America, and when it detects a trailer, it automatically lengthens the following gap. Chevrolet says no other half-ton competitor offers hands-free driving with trailering.
The Durabed offers 89.2 cubic feet of standard cargo volume, which Chevrolet rates as best in class, along with 16 standard tie-downs and an available 120-volt bed outlet. The available Multi-Flex Tailgate has six functions, including a full-width step rated to 375 lbs. For towing, Chevrolet added an industry-first Trailer Brake Gain Assistant that helps set the right trailer brake gain. The available in-vehicle Trailering App adds trailer-friendly navigation, trailer tire tracking and step-by-step Boat Ramp Assist.
The lineup is now Work Truck, Custom, Silverado, Custom Trail Boss, Trail Boss, High Country and ZR2. The former LT is now simply called Silverado. Three trims come with a 2-inch factory lift: Custom Trail Boss, Trail Boss and ZR2. Three new exterior colors join the palette: Apex Red, Pacific Blue Metallic and Trillium Green Metallic.
Spec sheets are written for the whole country. Here's how the new features apply to the way people in Williamsville, Amherst, Clarence, East Amherst, Getzville and Lancaster actually use their trucks.
Snow Mode is one of seven available drive modes. It adjusts the pedal map to slow acceleration and torque response, which helps limit wheel slip on slick pavement. The mid-range Silverado model, which replaces the LT for 2027, now comes standard with the Z71 Off-Road package on every 4WD truck, adding skid plates, hill descent control and off-road suspension. It also includes heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.
The available underbody cameras have a new camera wash system to help keep them clean, which is useful when road spray and slush coat the underside of the truck. OnStar Basics is standard for eight years and includes remote commands, Automatic Crash Response and real-time navigation.
If you tow a boat to Lake Erie, the Niagara River or the Finger Lakes, Boat Ramp Assist gives step-by-step guidance at the launch, and trailer navigation plans routes around your trailer's dimensions. The Trailer Brake Gain Assistant and standard Trailer Sway Control add confidence with heavier loads.
On long highway trips, Super Cruise with Trailering can take over steering, acceleration and braking on compatible roads. The Duramax 3.0L with the 34-gallon tank means fewer fuel stops, with more than 900 miles of GM-estimated highway range.
GM is investing $888 million in its Tonawanda Propulsion plant, a short drive from our Transit Road showroom, to build its sixth-generation V8 engines for full-size trucks and SUVs. That's the engine family behind the 2027 Silverado 1500's new 5.7L and 6.6L V8s.
To be precise about where your engine comes from: GM says initial production of the new 5.7L and 6.6L V8s is at Flint Engine Operations in Michigan, with additional capacity planned at Tonawanda and at St. Catharines, Ontario.
The 2.7L TurboMax handles most daily driving and light towing, and it has the highest payload rating in the lineup. The 5.7L V8 is the pick for the heaviest trailers. The Duramax diesel suits high-mileage drivers who tow, and the 6.6L V8 is for drivers who want the most power. Chevrolet's published maximums are below. Actual ratings vary by cab, bed, drivetrain and equipment.
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Max trailering | Max payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L TurboMax | 350 hp | 455 lb.-ft. | 9,400 lbs. | 2,340 lbs. |
| 5.7L V8 | 402 hp | 428 lb.-ft. | 13,700 lbs. | 2,170 lbs. |
| 6.6L V8 | 481 hp | 501 lb.-ft. | Ask our team | 1,510 lbs. |
| Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel | 305 hp | 495 lb.-ft. | 12,000 lbs. | 1,870 lbs. |
Chevrolet's 6.6L V8 trailering rating wasn't final in its published specifications when this page was written, so our sales team can confirm the current figure for the configuration you're considering. EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2027 Silverado 1500 haven't been released yet.
All seven trims can be pre-ordered at West Herr Chevrolet of Williamsville. The prices below are Chevrolet's starting MSRPs and include the $2,795 destination freight charge.
| Trim | Starting MSRP incl. destination | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Work Truck | $41,395 | TurboMax with a 10-speed automatic, available Duramax diesel, 16.3-inch screen, LED lighting |
| Custom | $46,395 | 20-inch Technical Gray machine-faced wheels, dual exhaust, EZ Lift and Lower tailgate, 120-volt cabin and bed outlets |
| Silverado | $50,695 | Z71 Off-Road package standard on 4WD, heated front seats and steering wheel, ambient lighting, rear power sliding window |
| Custom Trail Boss | $57,195 | 2-inch factory lift, monotube shocks, skid plates, 34-inch mud-terrain tires, red recovery hooks |
| Trail Boss | $63,995 | 2-inch lift, automatic locking rear differential, off-road hood, Bose premium audio, available underbody cameras |
| High Country | $74,495 | 5.7L V8 with available 6.6L V8 or Duramax, 22-inch wheels, panoramic sunroof, passenger screen, Super Cruise with Trailering |
| ZR2 | $79,995 | Duramax diesel with available 6.6L V8, 35-inch mud-terrain tires, Multimatic DSSV dampers, front and rear e-lockers, underbody cameras |
MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and options. West Herr's documentation fee is $175. Chevrolet may adjust pricing before launch. Our team will confirm current pricing when you place a pre-order.
If you need a truck soon, the 2026 Silverado 1500 is available now, and you can test drive and take one home from our lot. 2026 models may also qualify for current Chevrolet offers. Browse Silverado 1500 inventory or read more on our Silverado 1500 page.
If you can wait until late 2026, the 2027 brings the new V8s, the larger standard screens, the new safety features and Super Cruise with Trailering. Our Williamsville sales team can price both side by side so you can decide.
West Herr Chevrolet of Williamsville is at 8040 Transit Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221, near Amherst and Clarence. When you shop with us:
Chevrolet says the next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 will be available in late 2026. West Herr Chevrolet of Williamsville is taking pre-orders now, and our sales team will keep you updated on timing for the trim and engine you choose. Call (716) 406-4071 or contact us online to get started.
Yes. West Herr Chevrolet of Williamsville, at 8040 Transit Rd, is taking pre-orders for the 2027 Silverado 1500 now. Contact our sales team with the trim, engine and color you have in mind, and we'll walk you through the next steps.
Chevrolet lists these starting MSRPs, including the $2,795 destination freight charge: $41,395 for Work Truck, $46,395 for Custom, $50,695 for Silverado, $57,195 for Custom Trail Boss, $63,995 for Trail Boss, $74,495 for High Country and $79,995 for ZR2. Tax, title, registration and options are extra, and West Herr's documentation fee is $175. Pricing may change before launch.
The 2027 Silverado 1500 is a complete redesign. It adds two new V8s, a 402-horsepower 5.7L and a 481-horsepower 6.6L. It pairs the enhanced 2.7L TurboMax with a 10-speed automatic, and it puts a 16.3-inch center screen and a 12.2-inch driver display in every trim. It also adds four new standard safety features, available underbody cameras, a new exterior and interior, and a seven-trim lineup in which the former LT is now called Silverado.
For the heaviest trailers, the new 5.7L V8 is rated up to 13,700 lbs. when properly equipped, which Chevrolet says is best in class. The Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is rated up to 12,000 lbs. and has more than 900 miles of GM-estimated highway range with the available 34-gallon tank. The 2.7L TurboMax is rated up to 9,400 lbs. Ratings vary by cab, bed, drivetrain and equipment, so our team can match a configuration to your trailer.
It has several features that suit Western New York winters. Snow Mode, one of seven available drive modes, slows acceleration and torque response to help limit wheel slip. The mid-range Silverado model, which replaces the LT, now comes standard with the Z71 Off-Road package on 4WD trucks, along with heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. The available underbody cameras have a camera wash system to help keep them clean.
GM is investing $888 million in its Tonawanda Propulsion plant to build sixth-generation V8s for full-size trucks and SUVs. According to GM, initial production of the new 5.7L and 6.6L V8s is at Flint Engine Operations in Michigan, with additional capacity planned at Tonawanda and at St. Catharines, Ontario.
It depends on your timing. A 2026 Silverado 1500 can be driven home now and may qualify for current Chevrolet offers. The 2027 brings the new V8s, larger standard screens and new safety features, but it won't be available until late 2026. The West Herr Chevrolet of Williamsville sales team can price both so you can compare.
Preproduction model shown. Preproduction models and specifications are based on information published by Chevrolet and General Motors as of September 2026. Actual production models, features, pricing and availability may vary. MSRP includes a $2,795 destination freight charge and excludes tax, title, registration, options and dealer fees. Trailering and payload ratings are maximums for properly equipped vehicles, vary by configuration, and are reduced by the weight of passengers, cargo and equipment. The GM-estimated 900-mile highway range applies to a properly equipped 2WD Duramax model with the available 34-gallon tank and is not an EPA estimate. Best-in-class and first-in-class claims are Chevrolet's, based on the latest available competitive information and excluding other GM vehicles.
Safety and driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver's responsibility to operate the vehicle safely. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Read the Owner's Manual for important feature limitations. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise, and do not use a hand-held device. Super Cruise requires an active plan or trial, and terms apply. Lane Change on Demand and Automatic Lane Change are not available while trailering. Visit chevrolet.com/super-cruise for compatible roads and details. The High Country and ZR2 include three years of OnStar One to support Super Cruise, after which a plan must be purchased. Google, Gemini and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.