Chevrolet Silverado vs Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Chevrolet Silverado. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Silverado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 111 | 2,282 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 2 | 73 and 24 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 5,000 miles | 50,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 24 | 19 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,050 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 111 complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado and 2,282 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: 7 for the Chevrolet Silverado, 13 for the Ford F-150.