Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD

6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8

If you regularly tow heavy loads, this available engine is the one to circle. The 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 is rated at 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque, giving you confident acceleration with a long trailer in tow and robust engine braking on descents. It’s paired with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission that keeps the diesel in its sweet spot under varying grades and traffic conditions, helping reduce shift shock and maintaining steady momentum. Properly equipped, diesel models are rated to pull up to 36,000 pounds, and that kind of headroom makes a difference when you’re transporting large equipment, a multi-horse trailer, or a triple-axle fifth-wheel. The driveline supports rear- and four-wheel drive, single- or dual-rear-wheel configurations, and works cohesively with the truck’s tow-specific driver assists.

6.6L Gas V8 Capability

The standard 6.6-liter gasoline V-8 brings 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque to the table, backed by the same Allison 10-speed automatic. For many owners, this powertrain offers the right blend of strength, simplicity, and readiness for mixed-duty use. With the gas engine, you can tow up to 17,400 pounds when correctly configured—plenty for most boats, travel trailers, and flatbeds. The Allison unit’s wide ratio spread helps the gas V8 launch with assurance while keeping revs relaxed at cruising speeds. That combination pairs with the Silverado HD’s surprisingly composed ride, even when the bed is loaded or a trailer is attached. If your daily mix includes commuting, jobsite runs, and weekend recreation, the gas V8 is a compelling, hard-working solution.

14-Camera Surround-View System with Transparent Trailer View

Heavy-duty trailering is as much about what you can see as what you can pull, and the Silverado HD’s available camera suite is a difference-maker. With up to 14 camera views, you can monitor the hitch, check cargo, watch bed alignment, and virtually “see through” the trailer using the transparent trailer view to help assess vehicles and obstacles behind you. This system takes the guesswork out of tight gas station exits, boat ramps, and crowded dealership service lanes, enhancing confidence in situations where visibility is limited. Multiple camera perspectives integrate directly into the center display, and you can store trailer profiles that remember unique camera configurations, maintenance reminders, and important specs for each trailer you use.

13.4-Inch Google-based Infotainment

On LT, LTZ, Trail Boss, High Country, and ZR2 models, a standard 13.4-inch touchscreen centers a Google-based infotainment interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The system is thoughtfully laid out with real knobs for volume and tuning, physical shortcut buttons, and clear voice commands to keep eyes up and hands where they belong. Wireless charging is available, and the software supports storing detailed trailer profiles for easy re-connection and function control. The cabin complements the tech with upscale available touches like heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. Smart storage solutions, including a massive center console bin and available under-seat compartments, help keep tools, straps, and paperwork organized, so your truck stays ready for the next task.

Driver-Assistance Technologies for Heavy-Duty Trailering

Every Silverado HD is available with a suite of driver-assistance features that prove particularly valuable with a trailer attached. Available forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking help you respond to sudden stops; available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert support confident lane changes and parking-lot navigation; and available adaptive cruise control is optimized for trailering, maintaining speed and following distance with more composure. Add the multiview cameras, and highway merges, tight lot maneuvers, and lane positioning all become more predictable and less stressful. It’s a thoughtful approach to safety and convenience that respects the realities of HD ownership.