New & Used 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 for Sale near Benoits Cove, NL

How much does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cost?

Prices have softened 19.48% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 818 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory for you to compare.

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a good car?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earns an expert rating of 5.3/10.

The standout strength is Technology at 8/10.

Chevrolet positions this truck as a broad-appeal full-size pickup for you if you want a spacious cabin, an easy-to-use interface, and the uncommon availability of a diesel engine. The trade-offs are clear: poor fuel economy and concerning safety ratings, plus blind-spot warning is not standard. Even so, the value equation is described as compelling enough to outweigh those flaws for now.

With 37.0% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is presented as a truck with broad capability and useful technology, but its overall package is held back by weak fuel economy and concerning safety results.

Its performance notes point to a capable daily-driving powertrain, but also to disappointing real-world fuel consumption and limited passing punch. The cost-effectiveness commentary also suggests the diesel option is the efficiency play if you want to improve long-term running costs.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that the truck’s weaker safety and efficiency profile may make it less satisfying over time than rivals that do those basics better.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The WT, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss have a more basic dashboard, while other trims get a more modern interior with cleaner design and better technology. The RST is described as basic but livable, with a roomy cabin and six-passenger seating.
• Powertrain: You can find turbocharged four-cylinder, turbocharged diesel six-cylinder, and two V8 engines. The TurboMax turbo-four makes 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, while the Duramax 3.0-litre turbodiesel is the efficiency-focused choice.
• Safety package: Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every Silverado 1500 trim level and includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, lane centring assist, adaptive cruise control, and Super Cruise are not standard on the test truck.
• Infotainment: Higher trims get a 12.3-inch digital display and a 13.4-inch touchscreen with Google Built-in, Google Maps, Google Play Store access, Google Assistant, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. OTA capability is not stated.
• Fuel efficiency: The TurboMax is rated at 12.8 L/100 km combined, while the test truck averaged 15.3 L/100 km in mixed testing. The Duramax is rated at 10.1 L/100 km combined with 4WD.

Which 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is offered in 9 trim levels: WT, Custom, LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, High Country, and ZR2.

Here's the short version:

• WT: This is the work-focused starting point, but the available information shows that the more basic trims use a simpler dashboard and miss some of the nicer cabin and tech touches found higher up.
• Custom: Choose this if you want a step up from the WT without chasing luxury, but the content still points to the same basic interior approach as the WT and Custom Trail Boss.
• LT: This is the trim that starts to make the Silverado feel more modern and better equipped, so it is the best-value choice if you want a more polished daily driver without going all the way to the upper trims.
• RST: This is the test-truck trim and it pairs the superior dashboard with impressive technology, Google Built-in, wireless smartphone connectivity, and a roomy cabin. It is a strong pick if you want a balanced mix of comfort and tech.
• Custom Trail Boss: This trim is grouped with the more basic dashboard treatment, so it makes sense if you want the Trail Boss theme but do not need the richer cabin presentation.
• LT Trail Boss: This is the better choice if you want the Trail Boss character with a more upscale interior and the broader equipment set that comes with the higher trims.
• LTZ: This is for you if you want a more premium-feeling Silverado with more comfort and convenience equipment than the mid-range trims.
• High Country: This is the upscale choice in the lineup for buyers who want the most premium-feeling Silverado experience.
• ZR2: This is the most specialised trim in the lineup and suits you if you want the most capability-focused version of the truck.

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every Silverado 1500 trim level, but blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, lane centring assist, adaptive cruise control, and Super Cruise are not standard on the test truck.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but still move quickly when you find the right truck.

• Deal availability: 37.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 818 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 19.48% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $65,819 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's resale value?

The current average of $65,819 CAD sits slightly below last year's $81,738 CAD.

That price drop suggests you may have more negotiating room now than a seller did a year ago. If you buy at today’s average, your future resale value could be more exposed if the market continues to soften. On the other hand, a lower entry price can help offset some of that risk if you plan to keep the truck for a while.

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safe?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earns a Marginal rating in the small overlap front evaluation, a Poor rating in the updated moderate overlap frontal impact test, and an Acceptable rating in the updated side impact test from IIHS.

It earns a 3/10 safety score from our experts.

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every Silverado 1500 trim level, and it includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and automatic high-beam headlights. The truck also includes a rear-seat reminder system, Buckle to Drive, and Teen Driver technology.

The main caveat is that blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, lane centring assist, adaptive cruise control, and Super Cruise are not standard on the test truck. The IIHS results are also a clear weak point for you to weigh carefully.

Should I buy a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 37.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 19.48% compared with last year.
• The 2026’s diesel availability and strong in-cab technology matter more to you than its weaker fuel economy and safety results.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version with the current market softness and you value the diesel option plus the better tech, the 2026 makes sense. If you are especially price-sensitive, you may want to compare nearby model years and focus on whichever one gives you the best combination of equipment and asking price.

How does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 compare to the 2026 Ford F-150?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:

• Pros: Spacious, Easy-to-use technology, Diesel engine option.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Blind-spot warning not standard, Concerning safety ratings.

2026 Ford F-150:

• Pros: Handsome design, Great turbocharged and supercharged engines, Easy tech and analog controls.
• Cons: Lazy naturally-aspirated V8 powertrain, Lack of basic amenities at lower prices, Not as luxurious as Ram or GMC at higher prices.

Our experts score the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3/10 and the 2026 Ford F-150 6.7/10. The Silverado’s strengths are its spacious cabin, easy tech, and diesel option, while the F-150 scores better overall thanks to stronger engine choices and a more appealing design. The Silverado also trails on safety and fuel economy, which makes the Ford the more rounded pick if you want the better-rated truck.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.