Chevrolet

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Price $44,899 – $88,919
Fuel consumption 8.1 – 16.8 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 73%(view ratings)
As is typically the case in the full-size pickup segment, the Silverado 1500 offers a wide array of models and configurations including three cab sizes, 4x2 or 4x4, multiple engine options ranging from a turbocharged 2.7-litre four-cylinder (310 horsepower) to a 6.2-litre V8 (420 horsepower), as well as numerous trim levels from the work-ready WT to the extremely capable ZR2. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity comes standard for 2024.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 73%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 7/10
Full-size pickup trucks
The Car Guide rating 76%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2024

New colors and rims. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto systems. Diesel and 4 cylinder: 5 year/160,000 km warranty.

Pros

  • Many engines and trims available
  • Modern dashboard (base versions)

Cons

  • Base trims still have an old dashboard again!
  • Comfort of some off-road models
  • Significant fuel consumption

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