Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs RAM 3500
Overview | |
Years produced1999-Present | Years produced2011-Present |
MSRP$36,900 | MSRP$49,580 |
Listings9379 | Listings9496 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryChevy sells a 2026 Silverado 1500 to meet almost any need, and it’s one of the only trucks in its class with a diesel engine option (the other one is the similar GMC Sierra 1500). The in-cab technology in most trim levels is also impressive. Otherwise, the Silverado falls short in key areas, including performance, fuel economy, safety, and towing technology. That said, the value equation is compelling enough to overcome these flaws—for now. Verdict: Chevrolet needs to go back to the drawing board to design and engineer a competitive full-size pickup truck. Keep the Duramax, the Google-built-in infotainment system, the CornerStep bumpers, and the Super Cruise option. Ditch everything else, because brand loyalty can’t support sales forever, and time is running out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City18 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine Name6.4L 405 hp V8 |
Torque430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque429 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower405 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length79.4 in | Bed Length98.3 in |
Curb Weight4410 lbs | Curb Weight6408 lbs |
Height75.7 in | Height77.8 in |
Length210.9 in | Length232.0 in |
Width81.1 in | Width96.5 in |
Wheelbase126.5 in | Wheelbase140.2 in |
Maximum Payload2250 lbs | Maximum Payload7590 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity18250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity9100 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity15850 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1999-Present | 2011-Present |
MSRP | $36,900 | $49,580 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Chevy sells a 2026 Silverado 1500 to meet almost any need, and it’s one of the only trucks in its class with a diesel engine option (the other one is the similar GMC Sierra 1500). The in-cab technology in most trim levels is also impressive. Otherwise, the Silverado falls short in key areas, including performance, fuel economy, safety, and towing technology. That said, the value equation is compelling enough to overcome these flaws—for now. Verdict: Chevrolet needs to go back to the drawing board to design and engineer a competitive full-size pickup truck. Keep the Duramax, the Google-built-in infotainment system, the CornerStep bumpers, and the Super Cruise option. Ditch everything else, because brand loyalty can’t support sales forever, and time is running out. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 18 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | 6.4L 405 hp V8 |
Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 429 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | 405 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 79.4 in | 98.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4410 lbs | 6408 lbs |
Height | 75.7 in | 77.8 in |
Length | 210.9 in | 232.0 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 96.5 in |
Wheelbase | 126.5 in | 140.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 2250 lbs | 7590 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9100 lbs | 18250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9100 lbs | 15850 lbs |
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