The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab is definitely a vehicle that would be in my garage if I only had space.  Because the full-size Silverado is Chevy's top-selling vehicle and it gets a lot of attention.  Each year, there's always something new and improved about the truck.  And it's packed with technology and innovation.

Plus it's 100% a chameleon.  By that I mean, you can get a totally basic Silverado.  And that would be that will be a tough work truck.  But you can also get one souped-up for on or off-roading in ridiculous style and capability.

✅ And my friends at Martin Chevrolet gave me the 2021 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab RST 4WD pictured in this review.  And mine had the Z71 package off-road package.

2021 Chevy Silverado Top-3:

Technology.

Interior.

Styling.

Cherry Red Tintcoat

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

New for 2021 Chevy Silverado brings a couple of key features that will light up everyone universally.  Plus it offers a number of new options that are a bit more niche-specific.  But they're sure to be enjoyed nonetheless.

So, universal features will have everyone mouthing the word 'sweet' include:  The multi-flex tailgate that's being brought over from GMC.  And wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Plus there's a slew of additional new options.  Including increased trailering capabilities and enhanced tech to monitor your trailering.

Also, new available packages: All-Star Edition Plus, Texas Edition Plus, and LTZ Premium Texas Edition.  And there are new colors including Oxford Brown Metallic, Mosaic Black Metallic, and Cherry Red Tintcoat - pictured in this article.

Prices And Trims

It's notable that there are more ways to equip a Silverado than I think anyone has bothered to compute.  From trims to special packages and engines to drivetrains, plus cabs and beds.  You can, and should, get your Silverado exactly as you like.

'21 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trims:

Work Truck (WT)

Custom

Custom Trail Boss

LT

RST

LT Trail Boss

LTZ

High Country

And starting MSRPs for the various trims range widely.  For example on Chevy's website, I configured a minimally equipped WT for a starting price of about $26,595.  Conversely, I also configured a High Country with all the whistles and bells for about $67,455.  Moreover, that's before customizing any equipment or considering special packages.

Engines, Transmissions, Towing, And MPG

So, with all the trim options in mind, the engine options might surprise you.  Because there are nine of those when you consider their various transmission pairings.

Engine/Trans Options

4.3-liter V6 with 6-speed automatic and Active Fuel Management

5.3L V8 with 6-speed automatic

With Active Fuel Management

Without Active Fuel Management

5.3L V8 with 8-speed automatic

With Dynamic Fuel Management

Without Dynamic Fuel Management

5.3 L V8 with 10-speed automatic with Dynamic Fuel Management

6.2L V8 with 10-speed automatic with Dynamic Fuel Management

2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder with 8-speed automatic and Active Fuel Management

3.0L I-6 Turbo-Diesel with 10-speed automatic

In addition to all that, as you can imagine, the fuel economy is all over the board.  But good, overall.  There is some criticism about the 4-cylinder.  Not that it's not powerful but that it isn't very fuel-efficient.

Fuel Economy

Overall, the worst EPA estimated fuel economy would be 13 MPG in the city.  And that's with the Trail Boss 4WD, 5.3L V8 paired with the 6-speed automatic without active fuel management.