Trail Boss retires, LTZ stays, new model joins the range.

GMSV has revealed details of the 2023 Silverado model range updates and enhancements which will feature on the new Model Year 2023 Silverado 1500, including the addition of a new flagship Silverado model.

The off-road-leaning LT Trail Boss model will be discontinued with a new model dropping in its place to complement the popular LTZ Premium. Chevrolet’s new flagship off-road truck, the Silverado 1500 ZR2 will maintain the breadth of the Australasian range.

It is the next chapter in off-roading, and it’s coming to Australia and New Zealand
GMSV says the ZR2 model delivers next-level off-road capability right from the factory and features front and rear e-lockers and Multimatic DSSV dampers. Adding to its off-road credibility are 33-inch mud-terrain tyres and a new high-approach steel cut front bumper designed for off-road strength, durability and clearance.

In addition to its functional features, the Silverado 1500 ZR2 is distinguished by unique aesthetic cues, which includes a unique black chrome grille with Chevrolet emblem, a raised black hood bulge with ZR2 badging, exclusive ZR2 wheel flares, unique 18-inch gloss black wheels and exclusive jet black/graystone leather-appointed interior with dark trim.

The Silverado 1500 ZR2 and LTZ Premium will continue to feature the impressive 6.2-litre V8 paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The LTZ Premium will receive a range of smaller enhancements including a redesigned front-fascia with daytime running lights, interior and technology updates. The new interior will have an electronic transmission shifter relocated from the 2022 model’s column shift.

The new version will have a 13.4-inch diagonal colour touchscreen complemented by a 12.3-inch configurable instrument cluster.

Other LTZ premium highlights include new 20-inch Sterling silver wheels with all-terrain tyres, jet black leather interior, adaptive cruise control and a technology pack featuring a rear camera mirror, multi-colour 15-inch diagonal head-up display (HUD) and – as already on the current LTZ – a bed view camera.

The certification process is underway for the new Silverado 1500 ZR2 and full model features and technical specifications, including weights, towing capability, dimensions and clearances, will be confirmed ahead of its arrival in mid-2023.

Prospective buyers should expect price increases.