Chevrolet Avalanche vs Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Overview | |
Years produced2002-2013 | Years produced1999-Present |
MSRP$35,980 | MSRP$36,900 |
Listings61 | Listings2258 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
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 | |
Engine5.3L 320 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity3 |
Horsepower320 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City15 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name5.3L 320 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.7L 310 hp I4 |
Torque335 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower320 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity3 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length63.3 in | Bed Length79.4 in |
Cargo Space45.5 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight5705 lbs | Curb Weight4410 lbs |
Height76.6 in | Height75.7 in |
Length221.3 in | Length210.9 in |
Width79.1 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase130.0 in | Wheelbase126.5 in |
Maximum Payload1295 lbs | Maximum Payload2250 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity9100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5100 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity9100 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2002-2013 | 1999-Present |
MSRP | $35,980 | $36,900 |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 5.3L 320 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 3 |
Horsepower | 320 hp @ 5400 rpm | |
MPG City | 15 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 5.3L 320 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.7L 310 hp I4 |
Torque | 335 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 320 hp @ 5400 rpm | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 3 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 63.3 in | 79.4 in |
Cargo Space | 45.5 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 5705 lbs | 4410 lbs |
Height | 76.6 in | 75.7 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 210.9 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 126.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1295 lbs | 2250 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 9100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5100 lbs | 9100 lbs |
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