Does Chevy have a multi-function tailgate?
Yes. Chevrolet offers a multi-function tailgate on its Silverado pickup, marketed as the Multi-Flex Tailgate. Introduced with the Silverado in the late-2010s and carried forward in later model years, it provides enhanced bed access and versatility on selected trims. While capable, it is not as feature-rich as the GMC Sierra’s rival tailgate system.
What is the Multi-Flex Tailgate?
The Multi-Flex Tailgate is a two-piece tailgate arrangement that splits into a primary tailgate and a secondary inner tailgate. The design allows the inner portion to open independently of the outer gate, enabling easier access to the bed, a possible stepping area, and additional loading options. The setup is intended to improve everyday usability for work, hauling, and outdoor activities.
How it works in practice
In typical use, the outer tailgate can be lowered while the inner tailgate remains in place to provide a step or small loading surface without fully exposing the bed. Depending on configuration, the inner gate can be folded down to create a more continuous loading area. The system is designed to complement the Silverado’s cargo-management features and available bed accessories.
Availability and trims
Chevrolet has offered the Multi-Flex Tailgate on Silverado configurations since the model-year updates around 2020. Availability varies by trim level and optional packages, so prospective buyers should check the current Chevrolet configurator or ask a dealer to confirm which trims include the feature for a given model year.
How it compares to GMC's MultiPro Tailgate
Chevrolet’s Multi-Flex Tailgate is Chevrolet’s take on enhanced tailgate versatility, while GMC’s MultiPro Tailgate (in the Sierra) is generally considered more feature-rich, with additional steps, load stops, and configurable options. For Silverado buyers who want a factory-installed, two-piece tailgate with practical loading options, the Multi-Flex Tailgate offers solid functionality, though it may not match the breadth of functions found in the GMC system.
Other tailgate options on Chevy pickups
Beyond the Multi-Flex Tailgate, Chevrolet offers other tailgate-related capabilities, such as power-operated up/down tailgates on certain trims and years, plus bed-management features like cargo rails and tie-down systems. These options provide alternative ways to access and secure the bed when the Multi-Flex Tailgate isn’t selected.
Summary
Chevrolet does provide a multi-function tailgate on the Silverado, branded as the Multi-Flex Tailgate. It adds versatility for accessing and loading the bed, though it sits in a middle ground between basic tailgate function and the more expansive features offered by GMC’s MultiPro tailgate. For current availability, customers should verify model-year specifics with Chevrolet’s official configurator or a local dealer, as offerings can change with new generations and packages. In the broader pickup-truck landscape, this feature reflects a trend toward more adaptable bed access across full-size pickups.
