Chevrolet Silverado vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet Silverado is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Silverado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 99 | 2,986 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 4 | 82 and 28 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 55,000 miles | 69,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 23 | 17 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 99 complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado and 2,986 for the Ford F-150. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Chevrolet Silverado, 6 for the Ford F-150.