| Pros | Cons | What's New |
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Strong performance and excellent towing capability with the optional V8 powertrains | Rough ride quality | Redesigned front fascia |
Excellent in-cabin comfort | Lethargic 6-speed automatic transmission | Lane departure intervention system now available with the Enhanced Driver Alert package |
Impressive NVH levels out on the highways | ||
Excellent reliability ratings |
$40,090
price355 hp @ 5600 rpm
horsepower383 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
torque6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission5.3L 8cyl 4WD 6A
engine-
basic warrantyChevrolet has always been on its toes when it came to competing with the Blue Oval in terms of SUVs and pickup trucks. The brand eventually went on to make some of the best and most dependable trucks on American soil and the Silverado is just another brilliant example. Launched back in 1998, the Silverado was built on the GMT800 platform and has evolved into a handsome truck today.
We would recommend the LT trim for personal use owing to its decent list of features. For fleet operators, the base Work Truck would be the best option.
The truck retains its GMT K2XX platform and the price starts at $27,195. In its base form, the truck gets a practical flex-fuel V6 motor and an RWD configuration. In the segment, the truck sees stiff competition from the Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500, and the RAM 1500.
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a plethora of trims and configurations. The Regular Cab configuration is available in base work truck (WT) and the price starts from $27,195 going up to $40,190 depending on the options and configuration of cabin and bed. The LS trim ranges from $29,220 to $41,990. The LT trim is a bit more upscale and its price ranges from $33,270 to $45,270.
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Trims |
WT |
LS |
LT |
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MSRP |
$27,195 |
$29,220 |
$33,270 |
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Key Features |
17-inch steel wheels |
Stainless steel finish wheels |
Alloy wheels |
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Xenon headlights |
Chrome bumpers and grille |
Body-colored door handles and mirrors |
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LED daytime running lights |
Power and heated mirrors |
Cloth upholstery (with adjustable lumbar support for the driver) |
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Bed light |
Deep-tinted glass |
Carpeting |
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Tinted glass |
Power windows |
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls |
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Air-conditioning |
Keyless entry |
Upgraded driver information display and an 8-inch touchscreen with HD radio |
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Cruise control |
Upgraded infotainment system |
Satellite radio |
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Power door locks |
CD player and Apple CarPlay |
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Tilt-only steering column |
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Driver information display |
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Vinyl seating |
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Rubber floor covering |
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40/20/40-split front bench seat |
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4.2-inch color audio display |
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USB port and an auxiliary audio jack |
We recommend
We would recommend the LT trim for personal use owing to its decent list of features. For fleet operators, the base Work Truck would be the best option.
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 gets the 4.3L V6 engine as standard and it puts out 285 horsepower along with 305 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The power and torque levels are more than adequate for day-to-day requirements and with the V6, if equipped properly, the truck can tow up to 7,600 pounds which is decent for the segment with similarly-equipped rivals. The 6-speed transmission is decent but tends to shift at a slower rate sometimes.
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Models |
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Ford F-150 |
GMC Sierra 1500 |
Dodge RAM 1500 |
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MSRP |
$27,095 |
$26,540 |
$27,715 |
$26,145 |
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Engine |
4.3L V6 |
3.5L V6 |
4.3L V6 |
3.6L V6 |
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Transmission |
6-speed automatic |
6-speed automatic |
6-speed automatic |
8-speed automatic |
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Horsepower |
285 hp @ 5300 rpm |
282 hp @ 6250 rpm |
285 hp @ 5300 rpm |
305 hp @ 6400 rpm |
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Torque (lb-ft) |
305 ft-lbs @ 3900 rpm |
253 ft-lbs @ 4250 |
305 ft-lbs @ 3900 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 4175 rpm |
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0-60 MPH |
6.9 sec |
5.8 sec |
6.9 sec |
7.5 sec |
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Quarter mile |
15.2 sec |
14.5 sec |
15.1 sec |
16.8 sec |
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Top Speed (MPH) |
115 MPH |
125 MPH |
115 MPH |
140 MPH |
The Ford F-150 with its 3.5-liter V6 is the least powerful one here but has rather quick acceleration times. The GMC Sierra 1500 is the mechanical twin of the Silverado 1500 hence its power and performance figures are similar. The RAM 1500 has the highest horsepower rating along with the brilliant 8-speed automatic transmission. While the Chevrolet and GMC are based on the same underpinnings and have similar performance, the 2016 F-150 is the quickest taking 5.8 seconds to the 60mph mark. On the other hand, the 2016 RAM 1500 clocks the highest speed of 140 MPH.
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s gas mileage with its 4.3L V6 is rated at 18 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and 20 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive configuration, and with the four-wheel-drive layout the mileage drops by one mpg. The 5.3L V8 is rated at 16/23/19 with rear-wheel drive and 16/22/18 with four-wheel drive.
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Models |
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Ford F-150 |
GMC Sierra 1500 |
Dodge RAM 1500 |
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MPG (city) |
18 |
18 |
18 |
17 |
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MPG (highway) |
24 |
25 |
24 |
25 |
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MPG (combined) |
20 |
20 |
20 |
20 |
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Fuel tank capacity (gal.) |
26.0 |
23.0 |
26.0 |
26 |
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Range (city/highway) (miles) |
468/624 |
414/575 |
468/624 |
442/650 |
Both the Ford F-150 and the GMC Sierra 1500 have similar fuel economy ratings to the Silverado 1500 but the former gets a comparably small gas tank of 23 gallons hence fails to offer a matching driving range. The RAM 1500 has lower city mileage than some of its rivals but leads the segment with its highway mileage of 650 miles.
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with its three cab configurations- the regular cab, double cab, or crew cab will surprise you in terms of comfort. The cabin is quiet, spacious and the ride quality is smooth and comparable to luxury SUVs. The dash layout is simplistic and the controls are laid out in a user-friendly manner. The front seats offer excellent comfort levels, especially over long trips. The cargo bed has a total cargo volume of 61.0 cubic feet or 76.3 cubic feet depending on the configuration and trim. The cargo volume also varies with the configuration of the cab as well.
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Models |
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Ford F-150 |
GMC Sierra 1500 |
Dodge RAM 1500 |
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Passenger capacity |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
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Front (head/shoulder/leg) (in.) |
42.4/66.0/45.3 |
40.8/66.7/43.9 |
42.4/66.0/45.3 |
39.9/66.0/41.0 |
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Cargo Box Capacity (cu-ft.) |
61.0 |
62.3 |
61.0 |
74.7 |
The GMC Sierra 1500 has similar cabin dimensions and comfort levels to the Silverado aligned with similar cargo space as well. The Ford F-150 has a practical cabin but the comfort levels are somewhat lower than the GM trucks. The RAM 1500 offers the best-in-class features and comfort levels inside the cabin and also leads in terms of cargo capacity managing 74.7 cu.-ft of space. But the GM duo holds the crown in terms of cabin space. Some interior features are:
The infotainment system onboard the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is quite basic in the base trim and offers only a small 4.2-inch color display with a USB port and an auxiliary audio jack. Stepping up to the LS trim will get you an upgraded infotainment system with a handsome list of features such as a 7-inch touchscreen, Chevrolet's MyLink interface, OnStar with 4G LTE, WiFi, and smartphone compatibility among other features. Some infotainment features include:
The redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 features a bolder and more aggressive appeal than before. The front fascia, especially with the completely redesigned honeycomb grille and angular headlamps, seems angry which matches the Silverado's character.
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Models |
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Ford F-150 |
GMC Sierra 1500 |
Dodge RAM 1500 |
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Curb Weight (lbs.) |
4517 |
4051 |
4517 |
4702 |
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Length (in.) |
205.6 |
209.3 |
205.6 |
209.0 |
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Width (in.) |
80.0 |
79.9 |
80.0 |
79.4 |
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Height (in.) |
74.0 |
75.2 |
74.0 |
74.4 |
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Ground clearance (in.) |
8.2 |
8.8 |
8.2 |
8.7 |
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Wheelbase (in) |
119.0 |
122.0 |
119.0 |
120.5 |
The Ford F-150 gets a simpler appeal but has excellent ground clearance. The GMC Sierra 1500 has an even bolder appeal than the Silverado 1500 with a huge grille. The RAM 1500 gets a bold look with a wide front grille but the GM trucks carry the best exterior design. While the RAM and Ford have longer wheelbases of 120.5 and 120 inches, the Chevrolet and GMC are the widest in the lot measuring 80 inches. Each truck also sports ground clearance in excess of 8 inches, making them off-road ready. Some exterior features are:
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado earned an impressive 5-star rating from the NHTSA and an overall “Good” rating from the IIHS as well. Some of the standard safety features on the truck include anti-lock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front and rear-seat side airbags, and side curtain airbags. Some of the Safety Features are-
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is being constantly updated by Chevy whether it be the exterior styling or slight tweaks to the infotainment system which helps to keep the Silverado relevant with time along with boosting the sales as well. Lastly, the Silverado 1500 offers a blend of utility and comfort without sacrificing its style and the charm of the old school C10 pickups along with the affordability and choice of trims and configurations which puts it right at one of the top-most spots for pickup trucks.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #7 | 7.7 sec | 16.0 sec | 112 mph | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Ranked #1 | 5.8 sec | - | - | |||
2016 Ford F-150 Ranked #2 | 6.2 sec | 12.7 sec | 110 mph | |||
2016 Ford F-250 SuperDuty Ranked #3 | 7 sec | - | 165 mph | |||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Ranked #3 | 7 sec | - | - | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 2500HD Ranked #3 | 7 sec | - | - |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #1 | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | 26 gal. | 468/624 mi. | |||
2016 Ford F-150 Ranked #1 | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | 23 gal. | 414/575 mi. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Ranked #1 | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | 26 gal. | 468/624 mi. | |||
2016 RAM 3500 Ranked #2 | 12 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | 32 gal. | - | |||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Ranked #3 | - | - | - | 36 gal. | - | |||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Ranked #3 | - | - | - | 36 gal. | - |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #6 | 205.6 in. | 80 in. | 73.97 in. | 8.2 in. | 119 in. | |||
2016 RAM 2500 Ranked #1 | 231 in. | 78.9 in. | 73.3 in. | 7.4 in. | 140.5 in. | |||
2016 RAM 3500 Ranked #2 | 230.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 77.7 in. | 6.5 in. | 140 in. | |||
2016 Ford F-350 SuperDuty Ranked #3 | 227.6 in. | 79.9 in. | 76.5 in. | 8.5 in. | 137 in. | |||
2016 Ford F-250 SuperDuty Ranked #3 | 227.6 in. | 79.9 in. | 76.6 in. | 8.5 in. | 137 in. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Ranked #4 | 224.4 in. | 80.1 in. | 77.8 in. | 8.4 in. | 133.6 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #9 | 61 cu.ft. | 90 cu.ft. | 61 cu.ft. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Ranked #1 | 76.3 cu.ft. | 98 cu.ft. | 136.5 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Ford F-350 SuperDuty Ranked #2 | 10 cu.ft. | 52 cu.ft. | 10 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Ford F-150 Ranked #3 | 18.8 cu.ft. | 105 cu.ft. | 62.3 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Ford F-250 SuperDuty Ranked #3 | - | - | 77.3 cu.ft. | |||
2016 RAM 2500 Ranked #4 | - | 99 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #1 | 14.8 cu.ft. | 61 cu.ft. | 61 cu.ft. | 79 ft. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Ranked #2 | 70 cu.ft. | 76.3 cu.ft. | 70 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 2500HD Ranked #3 | 15.9 cu.ft. | 76.3 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2016 RAM 3500 Ranked #4 | 16.5 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. | 16.5 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Ranked #5 | 136.5 cu.ft. | 76.3 cu.ft. | 136.5 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2016 RAM 2500 Ranked #6 | 79 cu.ft. | - | 13.1 cu.ft. | 98 ft. |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ranked #8 | 8900 lbs. | - | 1960 lbs. | 4517 lbs. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Ranked #1 | 18000 lbs. | 14800 lbs. | 3558 lbs. | 5742 lbs. | |||
2016 GMC Sierra 2500HD Ranked #1 | 18000 lbs. | 14800 lbs. | 3583 lbs. | 5717 lbs. | |||
2016 RAM 2500 Ranked #2 | 17980 lbs. | - | 3060 lbs. | 5939 lbs. | |||
2016 RAM 3500 Ranked #3 | 17910 lbs. | 14450 lbs. | 4080 lbs. | 6022 lbs. | |||
2016 Ford F-250 SuperDuty Ranked #4 | 16600 lbs. | 12900 lbs. | 4040 lbs. | 5941 lbs. |
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Posted On: July 30, 2024
I love basically everything about my Silverado, if I drive like a normal person I can even get around 23 mpg on freeway. The power is always there and maintenance is easy as long as you research. It has never broken down or failed me yet.
