America's #1 Full-Size Pickup for Initial Quality* - Dave Gill Chevrolet Columbus
2026 Chevy Silverado 1500
4 Engines. 9 Trims. Up to 13,300 lbs of Towing.*
Best-in-class standard torque. The only diesel in the half-ton class. Nine trims from work-ready to trail-conquering to full luxury. Built for every version of life in Columbus and beyond.
No other half-ton truck offers this range. The Silverado 1500 is the only full-size pickup that still offers a diesel engine — the 3.0L Duramax, producing 495 lb-ft of torque and 28 MPG on the highway. If you need maximum efficiency or maximum torque for long-haul towing, no competing truck can match it. And if you need maximum power, the 6.2L V8 delivers 420 horsepower with up to 13,300 lbs of towing capability.
2.7L TurboMax I4
Standard on WT, Custom
Best value entry
310 hp · 430 lb-ft (best-in-class standard torque) · 8-speed automatic · Up to 9,600 lbs towing* · Regular fuel · Available on most trims
5.3L EcoTec3 V8
Standard on LTZ, High Country
355 hp · Up to 11,300 lbs towing* · Available on WT Double/Crew Cab, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss · Excellent balance of power and everyday efficiency
6.2L EcoTec3 V8
Top gas engine
Maximum power
420 hp · Up to 13,300 lbs towing* · Available on RST (Crew Cab 4x4), LT Trail Boss, LTZ (4x4), ZR2, High Country (4x4) · The performance pick
3.0L Duramax Diesel
Only diesel in class
Efficiency champion
305 hp · 495 lb-ft of torque · 28 MPG highway* · Up to 13,300 lbs towing* · Standard on ZR2 · Available on Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, High Country · Ford dropped their diesel. Ram dropped theirs. Silverado is the only half-ton that still offers one.
Nine Trims
2026 Silverado 1500 Models
WT
~$37,000*
Work-focused
The tool truck. Vinyl floors, durable build, 2.7L TurboMax standard, available in Regular/Double/Crew Cab. Only trim available as a Regular Cab.
2-inch factory lift, Z71 off-road package, skid plates, red tow hooks, 4WD standard. Crew Cab only. 5.3L V8 or Duramax diesel available.
LT
~$48,000*
Most popular
Heated front seats, larger touchscreen, Chevy Safety Assist, remote start. All four engines available. Double or Crew Cab. Available Multi-Flex Tailgate.
RST
~$51,400*
Sport styling
Sport suspension, aggressive styling. 6.2L V8 available on Crew Cab 4x4. New RST Select special edition with 20-inch gloss-black wheels for 2026.
LT Trail Boss
See dealer*
Off-road premium
Builds on Custom Trail Boss with LT interior upgrades. All four engines available including 6.2L V8. 4WD standard. Factory lift and off-road suspension.
LTZ
~$57,200*
Luxury capability
Leather seating, 5.3L V8 standard, 13.4" touchscreen, Multi-Flex Tailgate standard, premium interior. Available 6.2L V8 and Duramax diesel. Power running boards available.
Hand-stitched leather, real wood trim, 13.4" screen, Multi-Flex Tailgate standard, unique grille. Only trim with available Super Cruise — now works on unmapped roads for 2026. 5.3L V8 standard, 6.2L and Duramax available.
*Pricing approximate based on Crew Cab configuration. Varies by cab, bed, engine, and options. Excludes destination, tax, title, license, and dealer fees.
Capability
Built to Haul More Than the Competition
The Silverado Durabed delivers 89.1 cubic feet of cargo volume — best in class — with 12 tie-down anchor points rated at 500 lbs per corner. Three bed lengths are available: a 5-foot-8 short bed, a 6.5-foot standard bed, and an 8-foot long bed. The available Multi-Flex Tailgate adds six different configurations that no other truck offers, including a work surface that doubles as a desk or staging area on a job site.
Towing
Up to 13,300 lbs (diesel or 6.2L V8)* Up to 11,300 lbs (5.3L V8)* Up to 9,600 lbs (2.7L TurboMax)* Up to 14 available camera views* In-vehicle trailering app* Integrated trailer brake controller* Trailer side blind zone alert*
Durabed
89.1 cu ft cargo volume (best-in-class)* 12 tie-down anchors (500 lbs each) Bed lengths: 5'8", 6.5', 8' Cargo bed lighting Available 120V power outlet Available Multi-Flex Tailgate* (standard LTZ, High Country, ZR2)
Technology
11.3" touchscreen (most trims) 13.4" diagonal (LTZ, ZR2, High Country) 12.3" driver display (ZR2, High Country) Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard Google built-in standard Available wireless phone charging* Super Cruise* (High Country only)
Why Dave Gill
Why Buy Your Silverado at Dave Gill Chevrolet?
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10 Silverados in Stock Across Multiple Trims
We carry the Silverado 1500 across multiple trim levels so you can compare in person. Want to see the difference between an LT and an LTZ? A Trail Boss and a ZR2? Come in and we will put you in them both.
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Engine Guidance You Can Trust
The Silverado's four-engine lineup is genuinely one of the most complex decisions in the truck segment. Our team can walk you through real-world differences — diesel vs. V8 towing, 5.3L vs. 6.2L efficiency, what makes the TurboMax right for daily drivers — without the sales pitch.
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Family-Owned Since 1982 - 4.7 Stars, 3,300+ Reviews
Dave Gill Chevrolet has operated on Columbus's east side since 1982, now led by second-generation dealer Laurie Gill. Transparent pricing, no manufactured urgency, same family that has been selling trucks to Columbus for over 40 years.
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On-Site Service and Collision Center
Certified Chevrolet truck service and our own collision center — not a referral — at 4700 East Broad Street. Everything your Silverado needs is in one location, serviced by factory-trained technicians using genuine OEM parts.
Common Questions
2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 FAQs
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The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 starts around $37,000 MSRP for the WT trim. However, final pricing varies significantly by cab configuration (Regular, Double Cab, Crew Cab), bed length, engine choice, and drivetrain. The LT typically runs around $48,000, the LTZ around $57,000, and the High Country and ZR2 reach into the $70,000+ range fully configured. Prices exclude destination, tax, title, license, and dealer fees.
The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 offers four engine options: the 2.7L TurboMax I4 (310 hp, 430 lb-ft best-in-class standard torque), the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (355 hp), the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 (420 hp), and the 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I6 (305 hp, 495 lb-ft, 28 MPG highway). The Duramax diesel is the only diesel engine available in the half-ton pickup class.
When properly equipped, the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 lbs with the Duramax Turbo-Diesel or 6.2L V8 engine. The 5.3L V8 is rated for up to 11,300 lbs and the 2.7L TurboMax I4 for up to 9,600 lbs when properly equipped.
The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 is available in nine trim levels: WT (Work Truck), Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, ZR2, and High Country. Off-road trims include the Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, and ZR2. The High Country is the top luxury trim and the only one with available Super Cruise hands-free driving technology.
Yes. The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 offers the 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel I6 engine producing 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque, with an EPA-estimated 28 MPG highway. It is the only diesel engine available in the half-ton pickup class, as Ford has discontinued their diesel and Ram has discontinued the EcoDiesel.
The Multi-Flex Tailgate offers six different configurations including a full-width step rated for 375 lbs, a fold-down bed extender, an inner gate work surface, load stop positions, and a standard gate position. It is standard on the LTZ, High Country, and ZR2 for 2026, and available on the LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, and LT Trail Boss.
The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 features the Durabed with 89.1 cubic feet of cargo volume and 12 standard tie-down anchor points rated at 500 lbs per corner. Bed lengths available include a short 5-foot-8-inch bed, a 6.5-foot standard bed, and an 8-foot long bed depending on cab configuration.
The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 carries the same fourth-generation platform that earned the #1 ranking for Initial Quality among large light-duty pickups from J.D. Power in 2025, based on owner-reported problems across 227 categories during the first 90 days of ownership.
Yes. Dave Gill Chevrolet in Columbus, Ohio carries the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 in inventory across multiple trims and configurations. The dealership is located at 4700 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213, and can be reached at (614) 626-7182.
America's #1 Full-Size Pickup for Initial Quality.* In Stock Now.
Dave Gill Chevrolet has the 2026 Silverado 1500 across multiple trims. Come see why Columbus drivers keep coming back.
