2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST: Kirkland Buyers Guide

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST full-size pickup at Lee Johnson Chevrolet in Kirkland, WA

Quick Answer: 2026 Silverado 1500 RST

The RST is the street-styled Silverado, starting at $51,300 MSRP plus the $2,795 destination charge. Chevrolet gives it a body-color center grille bar, bumpers and door handles, the same 13.4-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch driver display as the LT, and available 20-inch high-gloss black wheels. Four engines are on the menu: the 2.7L TurboMax is standard (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft), and the 5.3L V8, the 6.2L V8 (Crew Cab 4x4) and the 3.0L Duramax diesel are available. Special editions include the RST Select, Redline, Rally and Stars & Steel.

Looks first, and then more

RST doesn't lift the truck or add an off-road kit. What it does is change the visual temperature. The bumpers, grille bar and door handles pick up the body color, which gives the truck a smoother, more finished face than the chrome-trimmed LT, and the wheel options include a 20-inch high-gloss black design. Inside it matches the LT, which means the same large touchscreen and the same configurable driver display. Think of it as the Silverado for someone who parks it in front of a restaurant in Kirkland on Saturday night and in front of a lumberyard on Sunday morning.

The engine menu is the widest in the lineup

One reason to look at an RST is that it's one of the trims offered with all four engines. The TurboMax four-cylinder is standard, the 5.3L V8 (355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft) and 3.0L Duramax diesel (305 horsepower, 495 lb-ft) are available, and Chevrolet lists the 6.2L V8 (420 horsepower, 460 lb-ft) on the Crew Cab 4x4. EPA estimates for 4WD run from 17 mpg combined with either V8 to 19 with the TurboMax and 23 with the diesel, and the 6.2L is listed for premium gasoline. A V8 RST can feel like a different truck from a four-cylinder one, so if the engine matters to you, take the test drives back to back.

Special editions

This trim gets the most special editions in the family. RST Select pairs 20-inch black wheels and all-terrain tires with 4-inch round black assist steps and a spray-on bedliner. Redline adds red accents, black rectangular exhaust tips and red recovery hooks. Rally brings black stripes on the hood and tailgate. Stars & Steel, a patriotic edition offered in Summit White or Black, comes with 22-inch black wheels, red Brembo brakes and a performance air intake. Availability moves with production, so ask the dealership what's on the lot before choosing a color.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a 2026 Silverado 1500 RST cost?

The starting MSRP is $51,300, plus the $2,795 destination charge, Washington sales tax, licensing and any dealer fees. The pricing and leasing guide shows the Kirkland tax calculation.

Is the Silverado RST the same as the Trail Boss?

No. The RST is a sport-appearance trim and doesn't come with the Trail Boss lift, skid plates or locking rear differential. For off-road equipment, see the LT Trail Boss guide.

Can the RST get a 6.2L V8?

Chevrolet lists the 6.2L V8 as available on the RST Crew Cab 4x4. It runs on premium gasoline according to EPA listings.

What does RST stand for?

Chevrolet uses RST as a sport-appearance label and doesn't spell it out on the Silverado page. What matters is the equipment list, which the sales team can walk through on a specific truck.

Is the RST better than the LT?

They share the same screen and instrument display, and the RST costs $3,100 more for body-color styling and a wider set of special editions. Check the LT guide and drive them back to back to decide.

The bottom line

The RST is for the buyer who wants the Silverado to look its best on the street. Browse new Silverado 1500 inventory at Lee Johnson Chevrolet in Kirkland to see what's available.

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MSRP figures exclude the $2,795 destination charge, taxes, licensing and any dealer fees or installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Fuel economy figures are EPA estimates that vary by engine and drivetrain; see the Owner's Manual or Lee Johnson Chevrolet for vehicle-specific ratings. Special editions and equipment can change with production timing, so confirm current specifications with the dealer.