Chevrolet Silverado vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet Silverado is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Silverado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 195 | 1,956 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 29 and 0 | 57 and 27 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 4,000 miles | 65,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 17 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 195 complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado and 1,956 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: 13 for the Chevrolet Silverado, 8 for the Ford F-150.