Your pickup truck isn’t limited to towing and hauling duties. With the right trim level, your Chevy Silverado gives you all the comforts and features of a premium to luxury vehicle. Don’t worry, this is still a Chevy truck, which means you won’t overpay for the items included in the top trim level. However, if you want to enjoy some of the finer things your truck offers, don’t be afraid to check out what the top trim of the Chevy Silverado brings to your drive.

You can go to the High Country level in all three 2022 Chevy Silverado trucks?

To dispel any confusion, there are three versions of the Silverado. The half-ton model is the 1500, the three-quarter-ton version is the 2500 HD, and the one-ton truck is the 3500 HD. All three of these trucks offer the High Country trim, which is the top trim level for this brand. Let’s see what each version gives you.

What does the Silverado 1500 High Country trim offer?

According to Kelley Blue Book, features specific to the highest trim level of this Chevy truck include:

• Heated/ventilated front seats
• 20-inch wheels
• Chrome assist steps
• Spray-on bedliner
• HID headlights
• Power-operated tailgate
• 8-inch touchscreen
• Navigation system
• Bose premium audio system
• Optional Super Cruise
• Available Multi-Flex tailgate

If you’re looking for more luxury items for this half-ton truck, you’ll find them at lower trims, which means the High Country model includes them. Some of the high-class features from lower trims are:

• Dual-zone climate controls
• Leather upholstery
• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Heated steering wheel
• High-def rearview camera
• Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Heated side mirrors
• Automatic locking rear differential

How is the High Country trim of the heavy-duty Chevy Silverado models equipped?

The Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD models use the same basic equipment packages across the trims. This applies to the top, High Country trim, as well. This version gives you:

• Heated/ventilated front seats
•  Heated rear seats
• Under-seat storage
• Front/rear parking sensors
• Wireless device charging
• Two Trailer View Camera system
• Bed camera
• Spray-in bedliner
• LED bed lighting

You can add the benefits of the Convenience or Technology packages to the mix for more features. These heavy-duty Chevy Silverado models also offer a gooseneck/fifth-wheel trailer option and an upgraded diesel engine.

What are the High Country powertrains in the Chevy Silverado?

Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country

6.2-liter V8 engine, 10-speed automatic transmission

420 horsepower, 460 lb.-ft. of torque, 14 city/19 hwy mpg (4WD only)

Tow rating 9,700 pounds

Chevy Silverado 2500 HD/3500 HD

6.6-liter V8 gasoline engine, 6-speed automatic transmission

401 horsepower, 464 lb.-ft. of torque

Tow rating 14,500 pounds

6.6-liter turbocharged Duramax diesel V8 engine, 10-speed automatic transmission

445 horsepower, 910 lb.-ft. of torque

Tow rating 36,000 pounds (3500 HD Dually Model)

Is the High Country trim worth the price?

The Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country starts at $56,800 and ranges to $60,600. This is considerably less than the Ford F-150 Limited at $75,835, Toyota Tundra Capstone at $73,530, or the GMC Sierra 1500 Denali at $62,000.

The heavy-duty models reach as high as $82,000, for the 3500 HD High Country starts at $65,700. These prices are far from excessive, putting the Chevy Silverado HD models in the mix with other heavy-duty pickup trucks.

Should you drive the top trim of the Chevy Silverado?

If you’re going to spend a lot of time in your truck, why not treat yourself to a few creature comforts when you can. Whether you use your Silverado to haul a travel trailer or as your daily driver, there’s nothing wrong with a bit more comfort. On the other hand, if this truck is strictly for your workday or part of a fleet, some of the lower trims are much more suitable for your driving needs.