Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra
When comparing the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 to the Toyota Tundra, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Toyota Tundra has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Toyota Tundra have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus the Toyota Tundra, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus Toyota Tundra Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $31,950 to $51,499 while a used Toyota Tundra from the same model year range is priced between $32,995 to $53,893. For a new model, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's price is between $42,023 and $70,939, with the Toyota Tundra priced between $46,226 and $67,069.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus Toyota Tundra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota Tundra's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 3 out of 15 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Toyota Tundra being ranked 1 out of 15.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Toyota Tundra base engine makes 348 horsepower. Both the Silverado 1500 and the Tundra are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 528 and 540 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity, while the Toyota Tundra has the advantage of higher ground clearance.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Toyota Tundra is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches, and the Toyota Tundra offers bed lengths of 65.6, 77.6, 96.5 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has higher safety ratings than the Toyota Tundra, with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,023 - $70,939
Used Asking Price:
$31,950 - $51,499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,226 - $67,069
Used Asking Price:
$32,995 - $53,893
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
19.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
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3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 6iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 11Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
65.6 inches, 77.6 inches, 96.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Trim Levels
Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, ZR2, Work Truck, Custom, LT, RST, LTZ, High Country
Trim Levels
SR, SR5, 1794 Edition, Platinum, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
2260 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
348 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload :
1940 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
456 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 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:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4410 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
210.9 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5095 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
233.6 inches
Wheelbase:
145.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R18