Every new model year brings a fresh round of sticker changes, and 2027 is no exception for pickups and SUVs. Some trucks gained a higher price tag, while others lost a trim, a transmission or a whole powertrain. Here are eleven where the changes are worth knowing before heading to a dealer.
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1. Toyota Sequoia: Less Tow, More Money
With the rear-drive version gone, the 2027 Toyota Sequoia tows up to 9,120 pounds, which is 400 less than the 2026 RWD SR5’s 9,520, and the SR5 rises 6.4% to $69,900, according to Autoblog’s Sequoia report.
Towing buyers should compare the new rating against the load they actually pull. Anyone who wanted rear drive will have to look at other trims or other trucks. Sequoia shoppers should also ask a dealer how the new towing figure compares with the load their trailer actually weighs.
2. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Nearly Six Grand More
The 2027 Chevrolet Silverado WT is priced at $41,395 including a $2,795 destination fee, nearly $6,000 more than before, per The Truth About Cars.
Entry-level pickups are where a jump like this stings most. Shoppers should compare out-the-door quotes across brands and check for incentives before assuming the sticker is final. Truck buyers who have been waiting for pricing to settle should budget for the new figure and negotiate carefully on fees.
3. GMC Sierra 2500 HD: Six Figures for Heavy Duty
A diesel GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X now costs $100,595 for 2027, and the diesel option alone adds $11,400, as Autoblog’s pricing story reports.
Crossing the six-figure line makes a statement for the heavy-duty segment. Buyers who need the towing capability of a diesel should price the option separately and weigh it against how often the truck will really haul. Fleet buyers and private owners alike may find the number a useful benchmark when shopping competing heavy-duty trucks.
4. Nissan Murano: Base Trim Disappears
Nissan dropped the base SV for 2027, so the entry Murano is the $45,535 SL including $1,545 destination, $2,320 above the 2026 SV’s $43,215, according to Kelley Blue Book’s Murano coverage.
The change quietly raises the cost of getting into the lineup. Shoppers comparing used or leftover 2026 stock may find the older base model still on dealer lots. Dealer inventory of the previous model year may offer a way to avoid some of the added cost, depending on what is left.
5. Chevrolet Trax: Cheapest Trim Cut
The 2027 Chevrolet Trax costs $2,000 more, mostly because Chevrolet dropped the cheapest trim, according to Jalopnik’s price analysis.
The increase reflects a smaller menu more than a repriced one. Anyone who liked the low entry point may want to compare other small crossovers before committing. Chevrolet’s decision shows how automakers can lift average prices without changing the cost of any individual remaining trim, which is worth remembering when comparing lists.
6. Lexus TX: Plug-In Hybrid Gone
Lexus raised every 2027 TX by $400 to start at $58,890 with destination, and dropped the TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid, per Autoblog’s TX report.
Shoppers who wanted the plug-in will need to look at the remaining powertrains. The increase itself is modest, yet it applies to the whole lineup. It is a reminder to read the full 2027 order guide, because a single dropped powertrain can change which version fits a household best.
7. Toyota Crown Signia: Higher Price, Rising Sales
Toyota raised the 2027 Crown Signia Limited by $2,265 to $51,155 even as sales rose to 17,983 in the first nine months of this year, up from 16,277, as Autoblog’s Crown Signia story points out.
Strong sales give an automaker room to raise prices. Buyers should confirm what the new figure includes before comparing it with last year’s. Higher prices on a model that is selling better are not unusual, but shoppers can still compare it against rivals in the same segment.
8. Chevrolet Equinox: CVT Out, Eight Speeds In
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox drops its CVT so every trim gets an 8-speed automatic, with the LT FWD priced at $31,295, according to Autoblog’s Equinox overview.
Some owners prefer a conventional automatic to a CVT, so the change may appeal. A test drive is the best way to judge how the new gearbox feels in daily traffic. Test-driving both the 2026 and 2027 versions back to back is the cleanest way to judge whether the transmission change matters in daily use.
9. Jeep Cherokee: Hybrid Across the Board
For 2027 every Jeep Cherokee trim is a turbocharged 1.6-liter hybrid, rated 37 mpg combined, starting at $35,130, as Autoblog’s Cherokee report details.
Choice is the trade-off, since no conventional engine remains. Drivers who want the efficiency will like the rating, while others should test how the hybrid drivetrain behaves. Buyers should also confirm how the hybrid system handles towing or cold weather if either is a regular part of their routine.
10. Mazda CX-70: CX-70 Axed
Mazda is axing the CX-70 for 2027 and replacing it with a new two-row version of the CX-90, which starts at $41,345 with destination, according to Carscoops’ CX-90 pricing story.
The CX-70 name leaves the lineup, though the idea behind it continues under another badge. Anyone considering a leftover CX-70 should ask about remaining warranty and parts support. Owners of existing CX-70 models should not worry about immediate support, but checking the warranty terms is a sensible habit.
11. Volkswagen Atlas: All-New Atlas Arrives
The all-new 2027 Volkswagen Atlas costs $43,125 including a $1,525 destination charge, per The Drive’s first drive review.
A fresh generation brings a fresh price. Because the source quotes a single figure, shoppers should check what trim that price covers and compare it against rivals in the same class. As with any all-new model, early production examples are worth researching for recalls or service bulletins by VIN at NHTSA before signing.
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