Starting this summer, the company will introduce the Trail Boss trim to the 2026 Silverado EV lineup — a lifted, off-road-ready variant that blends the robust capability Trail Boss is known for with the powertrain of a next-generation electric vehicle.
First launched in 2019 on the gas-powered Silverado, Trail Boss quickly became one of the brand’s top-performing trims. The EV iteration aims to build on that success, offering up to 725 horsepower, 775 lb-ft of torque, and a towing capacity of 12,500 pounds with the Max Range battery pack, according to preliminary figures from General Motors.
“Trail Boss has been one of the highest-turning trims in our portfolio,” said Scott Bell, Chevrolet’s vice president. “Adding it to Silverado EV gives customers an option that builds on our strong truck pedigree, high electric range, and off-road capability.”
Electric Grit
Engineered for adventure, the Silverado EV Trail Boss includes a 2-inch lift, providing a 24% ground clearance increase over the base model. It features a unique coil suspension with hydraulic rebound control, 35-inch all-terrain tires, and off-road drive modes like Terrain and Sidewinder. The latter enables a diagonal crawl at low speeds, moving all four wheels in unison — a boon in rocky environments or tight spaces.
“This is a true off-road vehicle,” said Joe Roy, chief engineer of the Silverado EV, who noted the trim shares much of the rugged DNA expected from the Trail Boss nameplate.
Design cues reflect that spirit: a high-angle approach front fascia, red tow hooks, black cladding, and exclusive badging. Inside, switches for auxiliary gear, such as off-road lights, come prewired — a nod to customization.
Tech and Range
Built at GM’s Factory ZERO facility in Detroit, the Silverado EV Trail Boss will be available with two battery configurations: Extended (EPA-estimated 410 miles) and Max Range (GM-estimated 478 miles). It will also be among the first Silverado trims to benefit from an upgraded version of GM’s Super Cruise, the company’s hands-free driving technology, now offering greater lane-change autonomy and better integration with Google Maps.
Super Cruise with towing capabilities will be available on both the LT and Trail Boss trims. Adaptive cruise control, now enhanced to adjust speeds to match posted limits, will be standard.
A Broader Lineup
The Trail Boss joins the Work Truck (WT) and LT as part of the growing Silverado EV family. Chevrolet will sunset its launch-edition RST model to make way for broader consumer options. Prices for the 2026 Silverado EV start at $54,895, with Trail Boss models ranging from $72,095 to $88,695, depending on battery pack.
All trims include a 17.7-inch infotainment screen, Google built-in compatibility, and up to 10.2 kW of off-board power — a feature useful for job sites or outdoor excursions.
Chevrolet’s move to add the Trail Boss trim signals the brand’s intention to remain competitive in the increasingly crowded electric truck segment, where traditional capability and modern tech are no longer mutually exclusive.
As the auto industry moves steadily toward electrification, GM’s strategy reflects a broader shift: meeting legacy truck buyers where they are — even if that’s off the beaten path.