
The GMC Sierra remains very closely related to the Silverado.
Ford took a revolutionary route with its current F-150, which was made with lightweight aluminum and featuring a slate of new or upgraded engine options.
The Ram 1500 still offers the only diesel engine in this class; it also has a coil-spring rear suspension as well as optional air suspension for ride comfort and ease of loading, as well as the widest rollout of efficient eight-speed transmissions.
The Nissan Titan is aimed almost entirely at the personal-truck crowd—the types who are going to tow a boat on the weekend or occasionally make a trip to the home center—but its interior is woefully out of and an older, less-powerful engine returns poor fuel economy.
Toyota's Tundra was updated just two years ago, too, although its strong yet aging powertrain set and interior styling doesn't carry the same appeal as GM's better-updated engines and cabin.
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado takes a traditional truck path but counters that with a comfortable, refined interior and a mother lode of technology. |
The 2016 Ford F-150, fresh off a transformation that made it leaner yet much-improved in most ways, gets new Sync 3 infotainment and trailer-backup wizardry. |
The 2016 Nissan Titan XD is a smart pick for semi-heavy pulling power, but if you rarely or never tow big trailers, you're better served by a light-duty pickup. |
The 2016 Toyota Tundra has authentic truck talent, but ultimately its powertrain choices, fuel economy, and configurations are limited, compared to domestic rivals. |
The 2016 Ram 1500 will win over full-size truck buyers looking for a diesel offering and an opulent interior, but safety scores need improvement. |
MSRP From | ||||
$27,195 | $26,540 | $35,290 | $32,190 | $26,145 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
15 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | |
Engine | ||||
Gas/Ethanol V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-8 | Regular Unleaded V-8 | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
EPA Class | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Style Name | ||||
2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck | 2WD Reg Cab 122.5" XL | 2WD Crew Cab S Gas | Double Cab 4.6L V8 6-Speed AT SR (Natl) | 2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Tradesman |
Drivetrain | ||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
3 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 3 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
Regular Cab Pickup | Regular Cab Styleside | Crew Cab | Double Cab | Regular Cab |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2016 Ford F-150 | 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2016 Nissan Titan | 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2016 Toyota Tundra | 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2016 Ram 1500 |