2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 Price Range Comes To Light: Exclusive
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The fully refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 was revealed in September, arriving with a long list of upgrades over the 2021 model year and pre-refresh 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Limited (LTD). One of the biggest headlines for the truck’s refresh is the arrival of the Chevy Silverado ZR2, and while we know a lot about the off-roader, the biggest mystery remaining is the price tag. Now, however, GM Authority has exclusive insight into the Chevy Silverado ZR2 price range.
GM Authority Executive Editor, Alex Luft, recently interviewed Director of Chevy Silverado Marketing, Mark Sobczynski. During the discussion, Luft asked how the Bow Tie will position the Silverado ZR2 and what it considers as the new variant’s rivals.
According to Sobczynski, the answer is simple – there are no direct rivals.
“I would definitely say that we’re in a space of our own [with the Silverado ZR2],” Sobczynski explained. “We are in a space where we are more capable and at that next level in capability compared to a Silverado LT Trail Boss or maybe a similar truck from the competition.”
Sobczynski also addressed two other high-performance off-roaders, the Ram TRX and Ford F-150 Raptor, which are not considered direct rivals to the 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2, but rather occupy their own space that’s higher in the pecking order.
“There’s also the TRX and the Raptor, as [Luft] mentioned, both of which really are in their own space and in their own niche,” said Sobczynski. “But when you see where we’re positioned and where we’re going to be priced, I can tell you that the Silverado ZR2 is going to have incredible off-road capability, very ample and impressive power with our 6.2L V8, and we’re going to come in and be able to deliver on that capability for our customers at a price point that is definitely going to be compelling and attainable for most customers in comparison to where TRX and Raptor transact.”
So while we don’t have a direct price figure, the answer does provide a hint as to where Chevy will price the 2022 Silverado ZR2: between the Chevy Silverado LT Trail Boss and Ford F-150 Raptor.
| Ram Rebel | Ram TRX | Ford F-150 Tremor | Ford F-150 Raptor | Chevy Silverado Trail Boss Custom | Chevy Silverado Trail Boss LT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 MY | $46,120 | $70,425 | $49,505 | $64,145 | $43,395 (V6) / $44,740 (V8) | $53,195 |
| 2022 MY | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | $46,895 (LTD, V8) | $54,195 (LTD) |
Looking at the data, we can see that the 2022 Silverado Trail Boss LT Limited (reminder: Limited refers to the stop-gap pre-refresh model) starts at $54,195, while the F-150 Raptor starts at $64,154 and Ram TRX starts at $70,425. Indeed, the Ram TRX and Ford F-150 Raptor are in a different class than the Silverado ZR2, offering more power, wider fenders, and a much wider track compared to their respective model lines. By contrast, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 is more like a next-level Silverado Trail Boss in terms of performance and power levels.
With that in mind, it looks like around $60,000 would be the sweet spot for the 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 starting price point. For the sake of context, the 2022 Chevy Silverado Limited LTZ 4WD starts at $54,395, while pricing for the 2022 Chevy Silverado Limited High Country 4WD begins at $59,095.
There’s another wrinkle to throw in here as well, namely the upcoming Ford F-150 Raptor R, scheduled to drop next year. Powered by the same supercharged 5.2L Predator V8 as the 2020 and newer Mustang GT500, the F-150 Raptor R is shaping up to be quite the performer, with an expected 750 horses. That will enable the Raptor R to slot above the “regular” F-150 Raptor, which is powered by the high-output version of the twin-turbo 3.5L EcoBoost V6 rated at 450 horsepower (and 510 pound-feet of torque).
The impressive power gain will be reflected in the Raptor R’s pricing, estimated by GMA sister publication, Ford Authority, to start around around $75,000. That expected price point, along with its supercharged V8, will in turn make the Raptor R a more direct rival to the Ram TRX. Consequently, that means the new Raptor R will be even further removed from our guesstimate $60,000 price point for the Chevy Silverado ZR2.
As a reminder, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 is equipped with advanced Multimatic DSSV dampers and retuned springs to deliver improved front and rear suspension travel. The truck, which represents the flagship off-road Silverado, features front and rear e-lockers for enhanced traction, while the high-approach steel front bumper gets removable end caps. The corners get 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires, while underbody skid plates protect the mechanicals, while the dual exhaust was relocated in front of the rear bumper.
All that translates to 11.2. inches of ground clearance, a 31.8 degree approach angle, 23.4 degree breakover angle, and 23.3 degree departure angle.
The only powerplant offered is GM’s naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine, rated at 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, connecting to a 10-speed automatic transmission and 4WD.
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58-60k is exactly where this truck should fall. Right under the high country.
Upgraded Trail Boss LTZ. With fancy shocks.
Price it accordingly it will sell like the Corvette.
Maybe I’ll ask Santa for Incentives?
If Chevy can really bring the msrp in at $60K, they will sell as fast as they can build them. Unfortunately, if this price point is true, the AT4X is about $7k overpriced.
Any word on ZR2 having heating seats/ heated steering wheel in 2022?
Now that’s funny…..
Heated seats and steering wheel are standard on the Colorado ZR2. The Silverado ZR2 will be no different.
Lol… would help on cold morning.
Yeah, but I sure love my heated seats and steering wheel on my Trail Boss on cold winter mornings? Cush……..
It’s one of those things, once you have them (2018 GMC Sierra SLT) they kinda grow on you… So when you purchase an even more expensive truckyou would as a minimum want to take those upgrades with you. Heated steering and seats make winter time seem shorter. lol
It was just released that they were building around the heated and ventilated seats plus the heated steering wheel.
Oh god what would we do without our much needed heated seats and steering wheels what an outrage gm is not putting those features in vehicles now. Everyone knows how terrible it is without that much needed feature.
My 2002 GMC Sierra has heated seats.
Enjoy your overpriced low quality pile of new vehicle crap.
This truck under cuts the others well. Like the. Colorado ZR2 it is a good value and a well tuned truck.
Just think of the additional items you could buy for this truck with the price difference. You could easily ass a super charger and pocket the rest of the cash.
Also keep in mind this truck is tuned for real life. It will have both off road and on road quality ride. The others tend to be more off road than on ride though they are on road 90% of the time.
Whipple makes a supercharger for the 6.2 for $7500.
The price sound about right, but it will be interesting to see how many of these sell if gas continues to go up or stay at this price.
It won’t matter…They’ll be on Constraint and they’ll make 35 for 3,000 Chevy dealerships….
Great Point.
$60k sounds about right for such a vehicle. I know that there are people complaining about the ZR2 being underpowered versus its rivals, but 420hp is stout. My Dad’s current ’21 High Country and his ’14 LTZ both are/were equipped with the 6.2L and it runs. The 460 lb./ft. is a stump-puller too. You add in all of the other bits on the ZR2, including the notorious DSSV’s, and you have a very capable package.
I have ridden in my friend’s ’17 Colorado ZR2 plenty of times and the DSSV’s are spectacular. They soak up the bumps when trail running and are silky smooth when on the road. Multimatic nailed it!
The 6.2 is the sweet spot. No need to put the LT5 between the wheel wells when the LT5 crate is priced over 15k that could be added to the overall price. – crazy… Other private companies are building these aftermarket want to be’s and costing near 80k – 95k, crazy!
Someone said, 7,500 for a power adder and you are in that hp arena with the TRX and the Raptor. Add wider fenders for larger tires and minor upgrages. Let the individual make that choice.
You have an on road streetable work truck during the week and an off road truck capable of tackling terrain with the Raptor and TRX.
JMO
Silverado has the widest standard track of trucks on the market. A Silverado basic 4×4 package has a track width almost identical to a Ford tremor package. Few realize that. There is also no reason for a supercharger off road. I’d preferred the duramax 6 to a hellcat off road any day. Just look a humvees. Super off road capable and they have just over 200hp. Heck, idk if the TRX truly can make use of all its power with those knobby of road tires. It’s just bro bragging rights. IMHO, the best off roader is the ZR2 of the group. The price point is just a bonus.
The AT4X will start at $74k. That’s already been announced. You can’t tell me the ZR2 will undercut it by $14k. I’m betting GM will price the ZR2 at $70k starting.
The AT4X will essentially be loaded and this the price difference. Add options to the ZR2 that are standard on the AT4X and you’ll close the gap
When a fully loaded LT Trail Boss w/ 6.2 comes in at around $59K, people are just dreaming that the ZR2 is starting at $60K.
Agreed.. I have said in the past it will be between 63K to 65K..
It will NOT be 60K
Thats bull the lowest price you will see on these trucks is in the low 70s
zr2 STARTING price at $60k… the LT Trailboss STARTS at $51k… obviously a fully loaded zr2 will not be $60k.. just like a fully loaded LT Trailboss is not $51k… compare apples to apples or don’t talk at all.
Will these include the faulty lifters that have kept my 21 Silverado in the shop for 19 days?
Wow, a friends truck went down on a Saturday and he had the truck back by the following Wednesday a couple weeks ago.
Trucks at Corvette prices…You guys are nuts!
Crazy right? If you would of told me 20 years ago the price of vehicles today I would of thought you were nuts.
When you go to the refreshed 2022 Silverado website, towards the bottom they list the trim levels.
They are all in order according to price…at least in terms of pre-refresh (2021) trims. GM slots the ZR2 somewhere between the LTZ and the HC
All that to say $58-$60k starting is probably fairly accurate since the spread on the LTZ to HC is only about $5k in 2021 prices
See below:
“With nine trims to choose from, there’s a Silverado that will suit your style and needs. Select from the classic looks of LT, the powerful capability of LT Trail Boss, the refined presence of LTZ, or any of the other available Silverado trim favorites you’ve come to know and admire. Available Spring 2022”
WT
CUSTOM
CUSTOM TRAIL BOSS
LT
RST
LT TRAIL BOSS
LTZ
ZR2
HIGH COUNTRY
Heck, my farm truck is a 09 LT Z71. Let me be clear, it has never left me stranded off road. The new WT and custom trims STANDARD 4×4 with the 8 speed (4.5 vs 3.0 1st gear ratio) and the LB3 vs the LM7 has about the same torque converter stall torque. I’d be in a decent upgrade with just a custom trim level… going for low to mid 30’s. A mid 40’s trail boss or LT Z71 is more capacity than most of us need. This ZR2 really is a super truck when it comes to off road capacity.
Diesel??
“I would definitely say we are in a space of our own”
Translation, the space of disappointment with where this truck should have been. They’re about 200hp shy of being anything special.
Yeah, you don’t know what you’re talking about.
I’m really confused, how did the GMC AT4X fetch $75k to start and the ZR2 will start $60k with a redesigned bumper, and more off road looking??? Something doesn’t add up, this truck will be $69k
The GMC AT4x has massage seats, sliders and other upgrades that the ZR2 does not have.
Price should be in the 63K – 65K range imo…
It should be less expensive than a Raptor.
I will guarantee the At4x and zr2 will be north of 70k.