2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 review
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- A powertrain for every towing and hauling need
- Lots of engine options
- Plenty of in-bed tie-down points
Cons
- Lackluster interiors
- Controls look dated
- Minimal standard driver aids
Mileage (EPA estimate)
14 city, 18 highway, 16 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Hardworking and extremely capable
With a long lineup of powerful engines accompanied by amazing towing capabilities, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a robust and extremely practical full-size pickup truck that gets the job done. The Silverado is a modern and versatile truck, with lots of amenities and high-tech features, as well as an enormous bed capacity. It has a wide range of available trim configurations, with all models featuring a spacious and comfortable cabin, perfectly combining functionality and utility with the convenience and comfort that are necessary for everyday use.
While we currently do not have many 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500s on our lots, we look forward to selling more in the future. If you love the 2021 model, you should also consider prior model years of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with similar features.
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What is new for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
- The Silverado 1500 is available in a new trim called the 1LT.
- Silverado 1500 trims have been upgraded with Power Hatch/Deck Lid as standard equipment this year.
- Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Custom Trail Boss trim now comes with Rear Defroster, Remote Start, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The Work Truck trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Custom trim now comes with Rear Defroster, Remote Start, Satellite Radio Ready, Parking Sensors, and Tow Hitch as standard equipment.
- The LT trim now comes with Power Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, Heated Steering Wheel, Tow Hitch, Bed Liner, 20 Inch Plus Wheels, Satellite Radio Ready, and Navigation System as standard equipment.
- The LTZ trim now comes with Rear Seat Heaters, A/C Seat(s), Parking Sensors, Blind Spot Monitor, and 20 Inch Plus Wheels as standard equipment.
- The RST trim now comes with 20 Inch Plus Wheels, Bed Liner, and Memory Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The LT Trail Boss trim now comes with Power Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, Heated Steering Wheel, Bed Liner, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims
WT: Comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels, air conditioning, seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, locking tailgate, and much more.
Custom: Adds remote engine start
, second row of seats, 20-inch aluminum wheels, LED cargo bed lighting, heated mirrors, satellite radio.Custom Trail Boss: Includes four-wheel drive, the Z71 off-road suspension package, all-terrain tires, and automatic locking differential.
LT: Comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, eight-inch touchscreen, among other features.
RST: Includes everything from the LT trim, replacing the 17-inch alloy wheels with 18-inch aluminum ones and adding LED fog lights and body-colored exterior trim.
LT Trail Boss: Adds Hill-Descent Control, auxiliary transmission oil cooler, bucket seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power driver seat including power lumbar, and more.
LTZ: Adds an integrated trailer brake controller, heated, power, driver-side auto-dimming, power-folding outside mirrors, universal home remote, bucket seats, front and rear park assist, lane change alert with side blind zone alert, rear cross-traffic alert, and more.
High Country: Comes with upgrades such as a digital driver information center, Bose® premium sound system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 premium system with navigation and an eight-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, lane departure warning, and more.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 photos
5 reasons to buy the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
1. Amazing towing capability
One of the main reasons you should consider buying the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is its towing ability for all your toys and gear. With the model powered by a 6.2L eight-cylinder engine having an estimated maximum towing capacity of 13,300 lbs, when properly equipped, you're set for any activity.
What's more, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is equipped with a series of advanced technologies that help make towing that much easier, more stable, and convenient. With up to 15 available camera views, you can easily hitch anything you need to tow, and driving and parking with it is practically hassle-free. The available Advanced Trailering System and features like Trailer Sway Control, Hill Start Assist, and Auto Grade Braking will help you tow your load with ease and confidence.
2. Selection of different cab and bed sizes
In addition to being extremely potent and having a high towing capacity, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers a choice between different cab sizes to suit different needs and preferences, which makes it that much more convenient. It's available with three cab types: Crew Cab, Double Cab, and Regular Cab. The Crew Cab model is offered with Short Bed or Standard Bed, the Double Cab is available with Standard Bed, whereas the Regular Cab model comes with Long Bed. With these types of configurations at your disposal, finding the model that's right for you and fits your lifestyle should be an easy task.
3. Bed functionality
Apart from towing, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is very competitive in the storage department, too. Not only does it offer ample storage space, but it also comes with a couple of innovative and helpful features that make cargo loading and management extremely convenient. It has a maximum cargo volume of 89.1 cu-ft, and its bed is made of roll-formed high strength steel. What's more, it comes with 12 standard tie downs and the available power-up/-down tailgate further increases the bed's functionality.
4. Great engine options
When it comes to engines, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers a versatile selection that surely includes an option that will meet your needs. The entire lineup is made up of very potent and capable engines that help deliver strong and confident performance. Available engines include a turbocharged 2.7L with Active Fuel Management™, a 4.3L EcoTec3 six-cylinder Active Fuel Management, a 5.3L eight-cylinder EcoTec3 with Dynamic Fuel Management™, and a 6.2L eight-cylinder EcoTec3 with Dynamic Fuel Management, as well as the Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel option. Depending on whether your priority is responsiveness, pure power, or something else, you won't have any trouble finding an engine option that works for you.
5. Off-road capability
Even though pickup trucks are primarily used for towing and hauling, it couldn't hurt to have one that's suitable for off-road driving as well. The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 does offer that ability, with four-wheel drive offered as an option with every model, along with a few other features that help enable a smooth ride on different types of terrains. Some trims are particularly suitable for off-road adventures, such as the Custom Trail Boss and the LT Trail Boss, which come standard with the Z71 off-road suspension package.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500Chevrolet Silverado 1500 features and specs
Work Truck 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Vinyl Seats
- A/C Seat(s)
- Air Conditioning
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.7L
Horsepower
310
Torque (ft-lbs)
348
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
28.3
Wheelbase
139.56"
Overall length
229.5"
Width
81.14"
Height
75.63"
Leg room
F 44.53"
Head room
F 43.11"
Front tires
255/70R17
Rear tires
255/70R17
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
790/10000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 FAQ
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Custom Trail Boss : 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- RST : 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- RST : 20 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Work Truck : 20 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Custom : 20 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- High Country : 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- High Country : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- LT : 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- LT : 20 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- LT Trail Boss : 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- LT Trail Boss : 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- LTZ : 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- LTZ : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as 4 out of 19 among Fullsize Truck
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 9100 and 13400 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:
- 1LT
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Rear Defroster
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
More about the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Available Colors
Black
Northsky Blue Metallic
Oxford Brown Metallic
Red Hot
Satin Steel Metallic
Shadow Gray Metallic
Silver Ice Metallic
Summit White
Tangier Orange
Wheatland Yellow
Woodland Green
Interior
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with Crew Cab has a cargo capacity of 62.9 cu-ft, the Double Cab model has a cargo volume of 71.1 cu-ft, and the Regular Cab model offers 89.1 cu-ft of cargo space.
Double and Crew Cab models can seat up to six people, whereas the Regular Cab has a capacity for up to three passengers.
Seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
Front cup holders, locking glove box, vinyl upholstery, chrome interior accents.
NHTSA Safety Ratings
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received an overall 4/5 rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Find out more about this rating and how NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings program evaluates the crash protection and rollover safety of new vehicles.
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