Range King, No Frills
The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck (WT) just set a new benchmark: 539 miles on a single charge in an independent Edmunds test. That’s nearly 50 miles beyond its official EPA rating and now ranks as the longest real-world range ever recorded for a production EV in the U.S.
This isn’t a theoretical lab number—it’s a tested, repeatable result in real-world conditions. It also comfortably beats the previous record-holder, the GMC Sierra EV Denali, which reached 507 miles in the same test. Both trucks share similar platforms, but the Silverado WT’s lighter, no-frills setup gives it the edge.
Big Battery, Big Numbers
This record-breaking range comes down to one thing: a massive 205-kWh battery pack, the same found in GM’s Hummer EV and Cadillac Escalade IQ. There’s no hidden tech magic—just raw energy storage and smart engineering.
The tested version is believed to be the 8WT trim, starting at $76,650. This model isn’t just about distance—it’s also about performance. With 510 horsepower and 580 lb-ft of torque, it offers a solid mix of muscle and range. Add in 10,000 pounds of towing capacity and a 1,400-pound payload, and it’s a real workhorse.
Work-Ready Simplicity
Forget fancy features. The Silverado EV WT is built for utility. It skips the huge screens, leather seats, and complex folding midgates seen in its higher-end siblings. That makes it lighter, more efficient, and easier to service.
Its efficiency clocks in at 45.3 kWh per 100 miles, or about 2.2 miles per kWh. That’s comparable to results from other full-size electric trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1T.
What’s Next for EV Trucks?
The Silverado EV WT proves that long-range electric trucks are no longer theoretical—they’re real, functional, and available now. The next big step? Bringing this kind of performance to lighter, more affordable EVs that can serve a broader market while maintaining real capability.
