Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 3500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500.
When comparing the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $4,981 to $15,843 while a used 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is priced between $13,791 to $39,595.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 195 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 base engine makes 300 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, and 97.6 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 offers a bed length of 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.40 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,715
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$23,101
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$16,715 - $34,785
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,060
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$25,554
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$22,700 - $30,620
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,739
Price Range:
$4,981 - $15,843
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$9,860
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$8,691 - $12,128
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
126
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
180,446
# Good or Great Deals:
19
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,268
Price Range:
$13,791 - $39,595
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$18,998
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$11,554 - $26,268
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
163,642
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 3500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 8.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 6.2
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
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3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 8Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
LS, LS2, LT1, LT2, LT3, Work Truck
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Trim Levels
LS, LT1, LT2, LT3, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8400 lbs
Max Payload:
1889 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
360 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12000 lbs
Max Payload:
4658 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
205.7 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4942 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
224.5 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT265/75R16E
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan cloth / Tan premium cloth / Tan vinyl
Gray
Dark Charcoal cloth / Dark Charcoal premium cloth / Dark Charcoal vinyl
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan cloth / Tan premium cloth / Tan vinyl
Gray
Dark Charcoal cloth / Dark Charcoal premium cloth / Dark Charcoal vinyl