How much does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500's current nationwide average price is $33,546, and its year-round low is $31,990.32. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now across the full lineup. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a good car?

Yes — it earns strong owner approval across the lineup and combines that with broad appeal in the used-truck market. The all-generations owner rating is 4.46/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, power, and comfortable ride. They also frequently highlight its towing and hauling capability, spacious cabin, and the variety of engines and features available.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on fuel economy, safety ratings, and some everyday refinement details. You should also weigh the truck’s technology and comfort against those concerns if you’re shopping newer used examples.

30.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Silverado 1500 for its reliability, strong performance, and comfortable ride. Expert feedback also points to a roomy cabin and useful technology as recurring strengths.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 between 4.08 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.
• The first scheduled maintenance visit is on the house.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped most by the specific truck’s condition, maintenance history, and how it was used.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Chevy's Safety Assist
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch digital display and 13.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Google built-in, including Google Maps, access to apps via the Google Play Store, and Google Assistant
• Fuel efficiency: According to the EPA, it should have returned 18 mpg in combined driving. The Duramax is rated to get 23-24 mpg in combined driving.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers...

• WT: The work-truck setup gives you the Silverado’s broad cab, bed, and powertrain lineup in its most straightforward form.
• Custom / Custom Trail Boss: These trims add a more distinctive look and, in the Custom Trail Boss, a more rugged setup for buyers who want a tougher appearance and capability-focused character.
• LT: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it brings the more modern cabin and technology upgrades while staying below the luxury-focused versions.
• LT Trail Boss: This trim adds a more off-road-ready setup for buyers who want a more adventurous version of the Silverado.
• RST: This trim adds blacked-out styling, assist steps, and the available RST Select Package, making it a strong pick if you want a sporty look with everyday usability.
• LTZ: This trim moves you toward a more upscale feel with added comfort and convenience equipment.
• High Country: This is the premium comfort-and-tech choice for shoppers who want the most upscale Silverado character.
• ZR2: This off-road trim adds specialized suspension hardware and a lifted stance for rugged terrain.

What Chevrolet Silverado 1500 do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years with the most listings are 2025, 2022, and 2020.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and lower used prices.

What is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The newer years show some of the largest drops, while the older years move down more gradually. That pattern gives you a broad spread of price points to choose from.

The 2014, 2015, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safe?

• 2024: 7/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2015: 7/10
• 2014: 9/10

Chevy's Safety Assist is standard on every Silverado 1500 trim level.

For the safest used buy, the 2014 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.98% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.0%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $46,173. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers a roomy cabin and a broad mix of configurations that make it easy to match the truck to your needs.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Equipped with Chevy’s TurboMax turbo-four powertrain, the Silverado boasts 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, the latter available at a relatively low 3,000 rpm.
• Tech: In front of the driver, a 12.3-inch digital display conveys vehicle data, while the 13.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system provides split-screen functionality to show the navigation map and media information.
• Safety: Chevy's Safety Assist is standard on every Silverado 1500 trim level.
• Starting price: Base prices range from $39,695 to $74,595, including the $2,795 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.