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Chevrolet Silverado 1500:Review the specs, features and pros & cons

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 side view
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 angular front perspective
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 angular rear perspective

Overview of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Learn about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Summary

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has long been a popular choice in Canada for both commercial and personal use. Its reputation as a solid and reliable workhorse is thanks to a generous sized pickup bed and good fuel economy.

The four-seater cab LD version has plenty of room for passengers too, and it tends to be the most in-demand model. Most generations of the vehicle have several variants, including smaller two-seaters. You can choose from a number of engine and model configurations, including the option of a powerful V8 engine or a 2.7 L turbo.

Pros and cons of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

  • Dynamic fuel management optimizes power and economy
  • New truck from ground up
  • Many tech features available
  • Advanced safety systems are optional, not standard
  • Interior chrome can create some glare
  • Bumpy ride when unloaded
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.

Safety ratings of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA

  • Number of airbags6

Specifications of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Key specifications available across all trim levels
  • Seats3 - 6
  • Doors2 - 4
  • Fuel typeDiesel or Gas
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • City consumption11.9 - 15 L/100km
  • Highway consumption10.3 - 11 L/100km
  • Width2061 - 2063 mm
  • Length5829 - 6127 mm
  • Trunk space-
  • Cargo space-
Exact values depend on trim and engine choice.

Trims available with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020 - 2021 is available in 8 trims:

1CX trim features and specs

Frequently asked questions about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Dimensions of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Vehicle dimensions
YearHeight fromWidth fromLength from
Exact values depend on trim choices.
20211914 mm2061 mm5829 mm
20201914 mm2061 mm5829 mm

Towing capacity of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.
Braked and unbraked towing capacities
YearUnbrakedBraked
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2021907 kg2676 − 4445 kg
2020907 kg2676 − 4491 kg