Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions

Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions
Shoppers across Missouri who need muscle, precision, and modern features often turn to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Drivers from Cameron to Smithville know it holds its own across worksites, highways, and rougher backroads.
What are the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine options?
There are four powerful engines in the Chevy Silverado 1500 lineup:
- A 2.7-liter TurboMax inline-four making 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque
- A 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel inline-six producing 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque
- A 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 delivering 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque
- A 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 generating 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque
Each engine pairs with a 10-speed or eight-speed automatic transmission, depending on the trim.
How much can the Chevy Silverado 1500 tow?
When properly configured, the Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds through Stewartsville and St Joseph with the 6.2-liter V8 and Max Trailering Package. It pairs muscle with advanced towing technology, including Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist.
What are the Chevy Silverado 1500 trim levels?
- WT (Work Truck): Designed for job site function with durable materials and essential technology features.
- Custom: More styling and conveniences, including body-colored bumpers and upgraded wheels.
- LT: New chrome accents, advanced trailering features, and more infotainment upgrades.
- RST: Sharper appearance with street-ready details and LED lighting.
- Custom Trail Boss: Factory-lifted with off-road suspension, skid plates, and all-terrain tires.
- LTZ: Enters premium territory with leather-trimmed seating, advanced driver assists, and refined finishes.
- LT Trail Boss: Merges LT-level comforts with Trail Boss performance, including a 2-inch lift and Autotrac transfer case.
- High Country: Brings premium materials, exclusive design touches, and available Super Cruise hands-free driving.
- ZR2: Off-road tuned with electronic locking differentials in the front and rear, increased ground clearance, and Multimatic DSSV dampers.
From job sites to trails near Hamilton, MO, each trim provides a focused and rugged ride without compromise.

How big is the Chevy Silverado 1500 infotainment screen?
A 13.4-inch color touchscreen featuring crisp graphics and an intuitive layout comes standard in select trims. Touch response is sharp, and screen visibility is clear under direct sun. Standard on most trims is wireless smartphone integration, making work commutes through Excelsior Springs and road trip navigation more enjoyable.
The new Chevy Silverado 1500 carries more than heavy loads-it brings smart design into every mile. Call or visit Randy Curnow Chevrolet GMC today for more details and a test drive through Cameron in your favorite model.
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