Just Announced – 2022 Silverado ZR2 and Interior Update

It took Chevrolet a few years, but they finally got around to designing a proper, off-road truck. The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 is more than just a new option buildout. It is the flagship for a whole new refresh for the Silverado lineup. Among the things improved are the powertrain capability, interior design, and of course offroad capability.

The ZR2 features a Multimatic DSSV spool-valve shocks and matched springs. Like the Trail Boss, the truck has a 2-inch lift, but the ZR2 has more suspension travel. The ZR2 will have front and rear locking differentials, skid plates, and 33-inch tires. That gives the ZR2 a ground clearance of 11.2 inches. The front bumper has been redesigned for better approach angles, and the exhaust tips have been moved forward to prevent damage off-road. The ZR2 comes in only one configuration for now: crew cab and the 6.2-liter V8 with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The engine makes 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. There are also some fun touches like the Flow Tie badge, additional grille lighting, black hood insert, and unique wheels.

It is obvious the ZR2 was designed to go after Ford’s Raptor. Check out Autoblog’s comparison if you want to see how the truck stacks up for Ford and Ram’s off trucks.

While we are excited about the ZR2, we are even more excited about the changes coming to the Silverado. The completely revamped interior offers a crisp, tight-fitting dash with a huge, well-integrated screen and stylish knobs and buttons. The 13.4-inch infotainment screen and 12.3-inch instrument display come standard in LT trims and above. A console-mounted electronic shifter is also introduced for trucks with five-passenger seating. Six passenger models maintain a column shifter. The High Country gets additional flair in the form of genuine open-pore wood trims, perforated leather, and contrast stitching and embroidery. Unfortunately, trim levels below LT will still have the current dash and smaller infotainment system.

All 2022 Silverados now come standard with automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, and automatic high beams. In addition, the High Country is available with Super Cruise and is the only trim you can get it in. Previous Silverado options like the trailering assist systems and the multifunction tailgate will still be available.

We just learned about the newly announced revamped 2022 Silverado 1500. We will post further updates when we know more. Reach out to us if you want to reserve a future ZR2 or Silverado with the updated interior.

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