The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has some tough competition within the full-size truck arena.
The Ford F-150 at the moment is the technology and fuel-economy leader—at least against non-Hybrid GM models, and the F-150's turbo V-6 engines and voice-controlled navigation systems are hard for personal-use truck buyers to ignore.
The Nissan Titan is the least changed truck in this group, over its lifespan, but it still has Nissan's rorty "Endurance" V-8 to recommend it, along with better handling than the usual truck.
Toyota' Tundra has been a half-flop in its latest form, but it's staggeringly capable as a towing and hauling machine, even if the spacey styling is a turn-off.
And the 2013 Ram 1500 is without hesitation at the top of the list for 2013, with a handsome, retouched exterior and lavishly appointed updated interior; it already had one of the best interiors in the business, and for 2013 it's gotten even better.
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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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
The 2013 Toyota Tundra is tough and able, but its overwrought styling, subpar interior appointments, and unimpressive fuel economy could be cause for hesitation. |
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 / 23 MPG Hwy | 11 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas V6 | Gas/Ethanol V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V8 | Gas V6 | Gas/Ethanol V8 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck | 2WD Reg Cab 126" XL | 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck | 2WD King Cab SWB S | Reg Cab 4.0L V6 5-Speed AT (Natl) | 2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Tradesman |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Reg Cab 6.5' Wideside | Regular Cab Pickup | Reg Cab Pickup | King Cab | Reg Cab | Regular Cab Pickup |
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| Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
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| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2013 Ram 1500 | |
