The fully refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 introduces a broad range of changes and updates, among them the debut of the new off-road-capable Silverado ZR2 trim level. Now, we’re checking out the new Silverado ZR2 in an eye-catching shade of red thanks to the following exclusive GM Authority Real World Photos.
Back in November, we published a series of photos showing the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2 in Black paint. By contrast, this particular example is covered in a hue dubbed Red Hot (color code G7C, touch-up paint code WA-130X).
This is the first time we’ve seen the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2 in Red Hot paint. Red Hot paint is only available in conjunction with Jet Black / Graystone interior colorway, which, as it just so happens, is also the case for the new Silverado ZR2.
This particular example presents in a Crew Cab / Short Bed body configuration, which is the only body configuration offered for the 2022 Silverado ZR2. The front end features a unique fascia with a black grille and ZR2 badging, Flow Tie badge with a red inlay, and black lower bumper treatment. A set of red tow hooks are located just above a silver skid plate, while the hood incorporates a black insert. The headlights include LED lighting elements for the daytime running lamps.
Moving over to the corners, this 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 rolls on a set of 18-inch aluminum machined face wheels with Black Painted spokes and Oxide Gold painted outer ring accents (RPO code RCW). As GM Authority covered previously, the new Silverado ZR2 is also available with optional 18-inch Gloss Black wheels (RPO code RQL). Both wheels are wrapped in 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires.
Further details in the sides include black mirror caps and black door handles, which provide a nice offset for the highly visible Red Hot body panels. This particular model also appears to be equipped with chromed rectangular 6-foot assist steps (RPO code VXH), which, interestingly, are currently not available for the Silverado ZR2. A set of MultiMatic DSSV dampers keep the ZR2 sitting shiny side up.
The rear end of the 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 terminates the exhaust pipes tucked behind the rear bumper, thus enhancing its off-road worthiness with regard to approach and departure angles. The bumper itself is finished in black.
As for the greasy bits, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 is offered exclusively with the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine. Elsewhere in the lineup, the refreshed 2022 Silverado can be had with the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B (now with 430 pound-feet of torque), the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine, and the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax.
Under the skin is the GM T1 platform. Production takes place at the GM Silao Plant in Mexico, the GM Fort Wayne Assembly facility in Indiana, and the GM Oshawa Plant in Canada.
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Comments
Would’ve looked fantastic in a double cab. Instead it has that completely disproportionate ridiculously long SUV cab with stubby bed look. Shame that it’s the only configuration available.
This truck should sit level, and be available in a double cab and regular cab. Gm has turned the zr2 into a higher priced grocery getter with the crew cab and short box configuration. To be an off-road truck put more aggressive 33” tires,add rock sliders and add a front locker to make it a true off-road beast, not the wannabe off-road vehicle it is now. To catch Ford or Ram in the performance off-road truck market GM should start hiring people that live in the real world and want a real off-road capable truck.
You mean hire people like Chad Hall to race the truck?
Hannibal, you should educate yourself before you start typing. This truck already has aggressive 33″ tires, available sliders and a standard front locker. Also as Cb5220 mentioned, Chad hall off-road race team was used in the development of this truck. Now if you had it would be nice to have an optional supercharger and 35’s I would agree with you.
Truckz I have to agree with you 100% on the 35” tires and the super charger. The zr2 should also have a double cab and leveled to make 35” tires fit,and with crew and double cab options available I believe this truck would outsell ford and the trx ram.
Wow that looks really good. With moderate fender flares and 315 wheels it would be perfect
SIngle cab or double cab…….WTF GM……..!!!!!!!!!!!!
How about making the diesel available.
Hey GM when can we start ordering any refreshed models and actually know what we’re going to be paying??? This is just plain pathetic..
Same here. Waiting…Nothing from the dealers. Nothing on the lots. Ford is looking good. At least I can get a price on a Tremor.
Dealers can place orders and give prices on them. Shoot me an email if you want to order one or want pricing: cole(dot)gagliano(at)genesischevy.com. I’m in metro Detroit, no markups.
Go to Costcoauto.com and you can see pricing. Sad that they can have it up, yet GM does not.
This is HUGE news. How is GM’s configurator not up yet if Costco’s is? Weird.
The only 1500 out there with front lockers,
6.2 V8 with a good exhaust.
This truck will go up the harsh trails but go on long road trips on the highways too.
If people want an intense off road truck I suggest you build a truck custom.
Chevy has to keep everyone in mind not just the people that want to take their $70,000 truck in extreme off road/ rock crawling situations. I think it was a great compromise.
I’m confident that chevy will come out with different engines and cab configurations in a few years. Great job chevy.
See, this is the sensibility I was looking for in this comment section. How many people are actually going rock crawling on the daily. This is hitting both markets, albeit it’s hitting the daily driver a bit better. Once they sort out there supply chain issue, it’ll sell well.
Great poser suburban dad mobile. Have fun off-roading to Lowes and soccer practice.
To A. Turner. The real purpose of a truck is to tow and haul. Yes that means going to Lowes. If you want some kind of rock crawler then get a Jeep. You think a TRX or Raptor can do some major off the road stuff. No way still heavy trucks made to tow and haul. I use my truck to pull my 7,500lbs trailer and family with ease. I suggest if you want something extra from a truck then make it yourself. The majority of us will continue to use a truck for towing, hauling, plowing and the minor off road with some additional equipment.
While we all wait on the configurator, many of you have seen me comment before and know that I can get pricing on the new Silverado through GM’s order system and can already placed orders for them, including the ZR2. My first one is already in production and a GMA reader has put his name on it. I’m located in metro Detroit, I don’t charge over sticker, and honor GM employee/supplier discounts.
Shoot me an email if you have any questions or would like to order one: cole(dot)gagliano(at) genesischevy.com.
Sounds a lil desperate you not meeting sales goals?
I would love to Cole but i’m in upstate new york.
The front looks so weird missing the bottom lights. The rest of the truck is nice, but the front really ruins it for me. I’m really glad I’m not in the market for a new truck right now.
When did production start?
It starts 2/7 in Mexico and a month later in Fort Wayne.
So these are pre production and the guy who sez he ordered and it is being built, not really?
I was interested in the ZR2 when it was first mentioned and when it was debuted was not impressed. Be nice if GM started listening to their customers. We want a wide body and performance. Dodge and Ford have done it and they can’t keep them in stock. Shame on GM for producing another half ton that isn’t much different than the previous models.
I ordered a LT Trailboss on 12/27/21. It has been accepted by GM and was given a production date of 2/21 this week.
Will the LT Trail Boss get the heated seats retrofit?
The ZR2 is a good looking truck that is very capable. The DSSV’s are spectacular. Perhaps GM will make a more radical version in smaller numbers, but I’m not going to hold my breath.
Don’t have to hold your breath, it’s coming. Escalade V proved that they are willing to do it, and what starts with Cadillac filters down to Chevy. GM might be slow, but they’re not dumb enough to not notice the competition’s performance trucks flying off the shelf, I’d expect an announcement later this year for the 23MY.
I understand what you are saying, but Cadillac has had the V-Series automobiles since ’03. Making the Escalade V was only a matter of time. The last high performance truck that GM made was the Syclone. I do not count the ’03-’05 Silverado SS.
I certainly hope that you are right and GM decides to use the LT4 and produce a “Super ZR2”. Only time will tell.
I have it unofficially confirmed from a source at GM that it is coming, so I am very hopeful. This source said it will be introduced in the 23MY. Granted, something could always change, but this individual is rarely wrong.
Can’t wait to get mine ordered 2 weeks ago
NICE!!!