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) | 87 | 3,976 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 3 | 103 and 48 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 23 | 17 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 87 complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado and 3,976 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: 3 for the Chevrolet Silverado, 3 for the Ford F-150.