2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Its Competition

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Bengt Halvorson Bengt Halvorson Senior Editor

If you're shopping around for the right level of equipment and don't see it on the dealer lot for the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, don't hesitate to look at the GMC Sierra 1500, which is a mechanically identical (and otherwise nearly identical) alternative.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 15002013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Browse Used Listings		2013 Ford F-1502013 Ford F-150
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Browse Used Listings		2013 Nissan Titan2013 Nissan Titan
Browse Used Listings		2013 Toyota Tundra2013 Toyota Tundra
Browse Used Listings		2013 Ram 15002013 Ram 1500
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Quick Specs
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The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado lineup appeals to truck traditionalists, offering a straightforward package that isn't as bold or fashionable as rivals but delivers in every way a truck should.
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Muscular but lower in fat thanks to turbo V-6 power, the 2013 Ford F-150 shares the truck lead thanks to extreme towing capability and best-in-class tech features.
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Among increasingly bold full-size trucks, the 2013 GMC Sierra is simple in looks and strong in performance—with the Sierra Hybrid remaining a fuel-efficient standout.
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The 2013 Nissan Titan provides strong performance, with a brash style, but it's simply fallen to the back of the pack in many respects.
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The 2013 Toyota Tundra is tough and able, but its overwrought styling, subpar interior appointments, and unimpressive fuel economy could be cause for hesitation.
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The 2013 Ram 1500 leads full-size trucks in interior quality, gas mileage, and handling; it adds infotainment to the list this year, but we're mixed on its new air suspension, and towing capacity is down.
MSRP From     
$23,590$24,070$23,590$29,270$25,455$23,100
Gas Mileage     
13 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy11 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy12 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy12 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy14 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Gas V6Gas/Ethanol V6Gas V6Gas V8Gas V6Gas/Ethanol V8
EPA Class     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Style Name     
2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck2WD Reg Cab 126" XL2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck2WD King Cab SWB SReg Cab 4.0L V6 5-Speed AT (Natl)2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Tradesman
Drivetrain     
Rear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
333633
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Reg Cab 6.5' WidesideRegular Cab PickupReg Cab PickupKing CabReg CabRegular Cab Pickup
Transmission     
AutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic
Detailed Spec Comparison
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