2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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2012 Ford F-150
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2012 Ram 1500
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Select style
2WD Crew Cab 143.5" LS
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Select style
2WD Reg Cab 126" STX
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Select style
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Big Horn
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Pricing | |||
Invoice Price | |||
$29,755
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$24,739
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$30,845
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Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price | |||
$31,995
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$27,010
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$33,220
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Monthly Payment Estimate | |||
$533 / month
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$450 / month
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$554 / month
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The Car Connection's Take | |||
TCC Rating | |||
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TCC’s Bottom Line | |||
It counts a savvy Hybrid model in its ranks, but mostly, the 2012 Chevy Silverado appeals to the prosaic truck buyer that doesn't need as much in the way of infotainment. | Efficient and burly, the 2012 Ford F-150 shares the lead in full-size trucks thanks to extreme capability and extreme high-tech features. | The 2012 Ram 1500 is big and burly yet very detail-oriented; and for those who want a good ride and refined interior, it's one of the best bets. | |
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Fuel Economy | |||
City | |||
14 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | |
Highway | |||
19 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | |
Interior Dimensions | |||
Second Hip Room (in) | |||
65.4 | - | 63.2 | |
Front Shoulder Room (in) | |||
65.2 | 66.6 | 66.0 | |
Second Head Room (in) | |||
40.5 | - | 39.9 | |
Second Shoulder Room (in) | |||
65.1 | - | 65.7 | |
Front Leg Room (in) | |||
41.3 | 41.4 | 41.0 | |
Passenger Capacity | |||
6 | 3 | 6 | |
Front Hip Room (in) | |||
62.5 | 60.5 | 63.2 | |
Second Leg Room (in) | |||
38.7 | - | 40.3 | |
Front Head Room (in) | |||
41.2 | 41.0 | 41.0 | |
Exterior Dimensions | |||
Overhang, Front (in) | |||
39.4 | 38.3 | 40.0 | |
Frame Width, Rear (in) | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Front Bumper to Back of Cab (in) | |||
148.9 | 134.4 | 152.6 | |
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper (in) | |||
230.2 | 213.1 | 229.0 | |
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) | |||
12.3 | - TBD - | 9.0 | |
Cab to End of Frame (in) | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Height, Overall (in) | |||
73.8 | 74.6 | 75.1 | |
Ground to Top of Frame (in) | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper (in) | |||
47.2 | - TBD - | 48.4 | |
Wheelbase (in) | |||
143.5 | 125.8 | 140.5 | |
Ground Clearance, Front (in) | |||
9.0 | - TBD - | 9.6 | |
Cab to Axle (in) | |||
32.0 | - TBD - | 28.0 | |
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | |||
80.0 | 79.2 | 79.4 | |
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) | |||
32.9 | 34.1 | 34.6 | |
Cargo Area Dimensions | |||
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume (ft³) | |||
- TBD - | NA | 52.4 | |
Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in) | |||
62.4 | 60.3 | 66.4 | |
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) | |||
21.0 | 22.4 | 20.0 | |
Cargo Volume (ft³) | |||
53.2 | 65.5 | 50.3 | |
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in) | |||
61.5 | 60.3 | 66.4 | |
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | |||
50.6 | 50.0 | 51.0 | |
Tailgate Width (in) | |||
61.5 | 60.3 | 60.4 | |
Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in) | |||
69.3 | 78.8 | 67.4 | |
Brakes | |||
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | |||
12.99 x 1.18 | 13.8 x 0.6 | 13.2 x 1.1 | |
Brake Type | |||
Pwr | Pwr | Pwr | |
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | |||
Yes | NA | NA | |
Brake ABS System (Second Line) | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | |||
NA | Yes | Yes | |
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | |||
NA | 13.7 x 0.5 | 13.8 x 0.9 | |
Brake ABS System | |||
4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | |
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) | |||
11.61 x 2.36 | NA | NA | |
Disc - Front (Yes or ) | |||
Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Fuel Tank | |||
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Aux Fuel Tank Location | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | |||
26 | 26 | 26.0 | |
Fuel Tank Location | |||
Driver Side | Midship | Inboard Frame Rails | |
Steering | |||
Steering Type | |||
Pwr | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr rack & pinion | |
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock | |||
3 | 20.0 | 17.9 | |
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center | |||
16.73 | 20.0 | Variable | |
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | |||
47.2 | 41.7 | 44.9 | |
Tires | |||
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Front Tire Capacity (lbs) | |||
2004 | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Rear Tire Order Code | |||
QU1 | T7B | TTJ | |
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Front Tire Size | |||
P245/70R17 | P235/75R17 | P275/60R20 | |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Spare Tire Size | |||
P245/70R17 | P235/75R17 | Full-Size | |
Front Tire Order Code | |||
QU1 | T7B | TTJ | |
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) | |||
2004 | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Spare Tire Order Code | |||
NA | T7B | TBS | |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front | |||
- TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | |
Rear Tire Size | |||
P245/70R17 | P235/75R17 | P275/60R20 | |
Trailering | |||
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | |||
NA | 1375 | - TBD - | |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | |||
4700 | 5000 | 5000 | |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | |||
4700 | 5500 | 8650 | |
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | |||
NA | 5500 | - TBD - | |
Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs) | |||
6700 | - | - | |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | |||
470 | 500 | 500 | |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | |||
705 | 825 | 1298 | |
Weight Information | |||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) | |||
6800 | 6450 | 6800 | |
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) | |||
3650 | 3150 | 3700 | |
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) | |||
3008 | 2675 | 2954 | |
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) | |||
10000 | 10400 | 14000 | |
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) | |||
3950 | 3500 | 3900 | |
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) | |||
2091 | 2010 | 2216 | |
Wheels | |||
Rear Wheel Material | |||
Steel | Aluminum | Aluminum | |
Rear Wheel Size (in) | |||
17 x 7.5 | 17 x 7.5 | 20 x 8.0 | |
Front Wheel Material | |||
Steel | Aluminum | Aluminum | |
Spare Wheel Material | |||
Steel | Steel | Steel | |
Front Wheel Size (in) | |||
17 x 7.5 | 17 x 7.5 | 20 x 8.0 | |
Spare Wheel Size (in) | |||
17 x - TBD - | 17 x 7.5 | 20 x - TBD - | |
Cooling System | |||
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | |||
- TBD - | 15.0 | 14.0 | |
Electrical | |||
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd) | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | |||
145 | 155 | 160 | |
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | |||
600 | 750 | 730 | |
Maximum Alternator Watts | |||
NA | 2100 | - TBD - | |
Engine | |||
Engine Oil Cooler | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
SAE Net Torque @ RPM | |||
305 @ 4600 | 278 @ 4000 | 407 @ 4000 | |
Engine Order Code | |||
L20 | 99M | EZH | |
Displacement | |||
4.8L/293 | 3.7L/226 | 5.7L/345 | |
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | |||
302 @ 5600 | 302 @ 6500 | 390 @ 5600 | |
Engine Type | |||
Gas/Ethanol V8 | Gas/Ethanol V6 | Gas V8 | |
Fuel System | |||
Electronic Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection | |
Mileage | |||
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) | |||
14 | 17 | 14 | |
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) | |||
16 | 19 | 16 | |
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) | |||
19 | 23 | 20 | |
Transmission | |||
Transfer Case Model | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
NA | 0.69 | 0.67 | |
First Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
3.06 | 4.17 | 3.00 | |
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Clutch Size (in) | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Third Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
1.00 | 1.52 | 1.50 | |
Trans Type | |||
4 | 6 | 6 | |
Trans PTO Access | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
NA | 0.86 | 0.75 | |
Trans Description Cont. Again | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Reverse Ratio (:1) | |||
2.29 | 3.40 | 3.00 | |
Second Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
1.63 | 2.34 | 1.67 | |
Trans Order Code | |||
M30 | 446 | DG1 | |
Transfer Case Power Take Off | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Trans Power Take Off | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | |||
0.70 | 1.14 | 1.00 | |
Drivetrain | |||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | |
Trans Description Cont. | |||
Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | |
Summary | |||
Vehicle Name | |||
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
Body Code | |||
E63 | 126" WB | 140.5" WB | |
Body Style | |||
Crew Cab 5.8' Wideside | Regular Cab Pickup | Crew Cab Pickup | |
Suspension | |||
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | |||
46 | 36.1 | - TBD - | |
Axle Type - Rear | |||
Semi-Floating | Semi-Float Beam | Solid | |
Suspension Type - Front | |||
Independent | Double-wishbone | Independent | |
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | |||
1.42 | 1.3 | - TBD - | |
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) | |||
3950 | 3800 | 3900 | |
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) | |||
3650 | 3150 | - TBD - | |
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear | |||
3.23 | 3.55 | 3.55 | |
Axle Type - Front | |||
Independent | Long-Spindle | NA | |
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | |||
35 | 32.0 | - TBD - | |
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) | |||
3650 | 3750 | 3700 | |
Suspension Type - Rear | |||
2-stage multi-leaf | Live axle | Multi-link coil | |
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | |||
NA | NA | - TBD - | |
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front | |||
NA | NA | NA | |
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) | |||
3950 | 3500 | - TBD - | |
Frame | |||
Frame Type | |||
Hydroformed | Fully-boxed | Ladder type | |
Emissions | |||
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | |||
2 | 3 | - | |
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year | |||
11.6 | 9.6 | 11.6 | |
Crash Test Ratings | |||
Overall Rating | |||
Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | |||
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver | |||
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger | |||
Overall Side Crash Rating | |||
Side Barrier Rating | |||
Side Barrier Rating Driver | |||
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | |||
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Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat | |||
Combined Side Rating Front Seat | |||
Combined Side Rating Rear Seat | |||
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Rollover Rating | |||
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