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) | 91 | 2,450 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 7 | 57 and 21 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 19,000 miles | 59,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 23 | 16 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 91 complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado and 2,450 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, 4 for the Ford F-150.