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2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a light update rather than a redesign. The headline change is the arrival of the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel on the LT, RST, LTZ, and High Country trims.
About the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
4th generation Silverado 1500 (2019-2021 pre-refresh), second model year after the full redesign.
Chevrolet positioned the Silverado 1500 as a full-size pickup that could stretch from basic work duty to off-road use to near-luxury comfort without leaving the same model range. Its core pitch was broad choice: multiple cab and bed sizes, several engines, strong towing capability, and a highly usable cargo bed. Against rivals, the Silverado’s identity centered on truck utility first, then letting buyers move up into sportier, trail-ready, or more premium versions.
The Silverado lineup stretches from the task-focused Work Truck to the more polished LT and luxury-oriented High Country. LT models pair an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while High Country adds features such as ventilated front seats, Bose audio, and a power up-and-down tailgate. The Trail Boss trims focus on off-road use with four-wheel drive, a 2-inch factory lift, skid plates, and an automatic locking rear differential.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 3.0-liter Duramax diesel joined the LT, RST, LTZ, and High Country trims. The 6.2-liter V8 and 10-speed automatic spread to more models, the Custom added the 2.7-liter turbo engine as an option, and the LT Trail Boss switched to a standard 5.3-liter V8 with a 10-speed automatic.
Tech
Chevrolet expanded its trailering technology on selected trims, giving drivers more tools for connecting and monitoring a trailer. The LT Trail Boss's heated steering wheel also changed from standard equipment to an option.
Safety
Adaptive cruise control became an option on selected models, but the Silverado did not gain a new safety suite across the full lineup.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 5.3 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter | V6, EcoTec3, 4.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter | V6, EcoTec3, 4.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter | V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter | V6, EcoTec3, 4.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, DFM, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16–23 mpg | 16–23 mpg | 16–23 mpg | 14–20 mpg | 15–20 mpg | 16–23 mpg | 15–16 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22–33 mpg | 20–33 mpg | 20–33 mpg | 18–23 mpg | 20–23 mpg | 20–33 mpg | 20–22 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 277–355 hp | 277–420 hp | 277–420 hp | 285–420 hp | 285–355 hp | 277–420 hp | 355–420 hp | 285–420 hp |
| Torque | 348–460 lb-ft | 383–460 lb-ft | 348–460 lb-ft | 305–460 lb-ft | 305–383 lb-ft | 383–460 lb-ft | 383–460 lb-ft | 305–460 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6600–11300 lb | 9500–11300 lb | 6800–11300 lb | 7400–9500 lb | 7600–9500 lb | 9500–9600 lb | 9500–9600 lb | 7400–7500 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2–43.4 in | 35.2–43.4 in | 35.2–43.4 in | 35.2–43.4 in | 35.2–43.4 in | 43.4 in | 43.4 in | 43.4 in |
| Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3–6 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Side View Cameras | ||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| HID Headlights | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 redesigned?
No. The 2020 Silverado 1500 is the second model year of the fourth generation introduced for 2019, and it retains the same basic platform and overall design.
Which 2020 Silverado 1500 trims have the new diesel engine?
The 3.0-liter Duramax diesel joined the LT, RST, LTZ, and High Country trims for 2020. It was not added across the entire lineup.
How does the 2020 Silverado 1500 compare with the 2019 model?
The 2020 model is broadly similar to the 2019 truck, but it offers the new diesel on four upper trims, wider access to the 6.2-liter V8 and 10-speed automatic, and expanded trailering technology. The changes matter most to shoppers seeking those engines or towing features.
Was the Z71 LT trim offered for the 2020 Silverado 1500?
No. The Z71 LT trim was dropped for 2020, while the Custom Trail Boss and LT Trail Boss continued as the dedicated off-road-focused trims.
What changed on the 2020 Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss?
The LT Trail Boss adopted a 5.3-liter V8 and 10-speed automatic as its standard powertrain. Its heated steering wheel moved from standard equipment to an option, and the Trail Boss range gained broader engine selection.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
4.2
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
(343 reviews)
“Great work truck. no complaints for the value. good power and seems durable. gas mileage could be better but it is what it is.”
“My truck had an issue “Out of the box" - with 200 miles - took a week to fix and they left me on the side of the road and would not provide a loaner vehicle that I could leave the state in. This costing me business. Nice truck but Chevy let me down.”