Can’t decide between the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country and LTZ trim models? It’s a tough choice, because both full-size trucks are big on power and luxury. Let’s take a closer look at what these pickups have in common, as well as what they don’t.
Price & Configuration
Both the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country and LTZ are available with the same body style options. A crew cab is available with the short, 5-foot-10-inch bed, no matter whether you choose rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. And a crew cab with the standard, 6-foot-7-inch bed is available for four-wheel-drive models only.
As the Silverado’s highest trim level, the luxurious High Country costs more than the LTZ, with an MSRP that starts at $61,200. The LTZ, which is very luxurious in its own right, starts at $55,900.
Powertrains & Performance
In addition to body styles, the Silverado 1500 High Country and LTZ also share powertrain options:
- Standard 5.3L Ecotec3 V8 engine (355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft of torque)
- Optional 6.2L Ecotec3 V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft)
- Optional Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel engine (277 hp, 460 lb-ft)
The standard 5.3-liter V8 engine gets you off to a great start, with ample power for towing and hauling. If you want to move more weight, you can always upgrade to the bigger, 6.2-liter V8. To balance a tow-friendly performance with fuel economy, put the turbo-diesel engine under your hood. Depending on body style, Silverado trucks with the turbo-diesel engine can earn up to 26 mpg combined.
Interior Luxury
As we said, both Silverado 1500 trim models are swanky options. The LTZ treats you to cozy heated front seats, front leather upholstery, and a posh overall vibe.
LTZ:
- Perforated leather-appointed front seats
- 10-way power driver seat
- Heated front seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
The High Country includes the above LTZ comfort features, and throws a few extra into the mix, including upgraded leather upholstery and stylish wood trim.
High Country:
- Premium leather seat trim with custom perforation and accent stitching
- Authentic open-pore wood trim
- Power-sliding rear window with rear defogger
- Optional High Country Premium Package (including power sunroof, 22-inch aluminum wheels with Chrome inserts)
Tech Gear
When it comes to tech and safety features, the LTZ and High Country have more in common than not. Both are loaded with cutting-edge infotainment, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. For 2022, these trucks also get a big new infotainment touchscreen. And these trucks keep you on your toes, with a laundry list of safety aids that can both detect danger and act to keep you safe, including automatic braking.
Both Silverado 1500 trucks:
- 13.4-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Wireless smartphone charging
- Seven-speaker Bose premium sound system with Richbass woofer
- 12.3-inch Driver Information Display
- Advanced trailering camera system with up to eight cameras and 14 views
- Chevy Safety Assist suite of safety aids (forward collision mitigation, pedestrian detection, following distance indicator, lane-keeping system, IntelliBeam automatic high beams)
- HD Surround Vision
- Remote start
In the Silverado 1500 lineup, the High Country is the only trim model to offer the Super Cruise system. Add this technology for hands-free driving on thousands of miles of pre-mapped highways!
High Country:
- Bed View Camera
- Optional Super Cruise
Choose Your Silverado 1500 Truck
In the end, both of these Silverado trim models have quite a bit in common. But, with its slightly lower price, the LTZ is right for drivers who want to save a chunk of change on a luxurious truck. Choose the High Country for access to everything the Silverado has to offer, including an ultra-luxurious cabin and available hands-free driving technology.