Pickup trucks in America have come a long way since their inception. Americans love their pickups because of their all-purpose nature and practicality. Many famous brands like Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, etc. have always tried to leave a mark with their offerings.
With the introduction of the latest generation of the Silverado, GM has given its answer to its competitors out there. The new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD has been redesigned from scratch with an all-new platform and the availability in 8 trims with six powertrain options to choose from. The latest iteration of this iconic truck offers a vast area of choice for cab, engine, trim level and features. The base trim comes with a 4.3L V6 engine and also offers an option to choose from a more powerful 2.7L Turbo engine, which makes the buyer shell out an extra $5000.
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Pickups have always been a favorite of American people. Whether it’s the masculine personality or practicality, Americans have always been in awe of these trucks. Like their attitude, these trucks can take on anything. The latest offering by Chevy is a complete redesign from its predecessor and is built from the ground up on a new platform. This truck has served the Americans for over 2 decades and has been a favorite among many truckers and enthusiasts.
With the latest Silverado in the market, Chevy is offering a lot of flexibility in the configurations from cab layouts to bed size and engine & transmission. In spite of that, the Silverado is not the only truck that has received a major upgrade. There are rivals like the Ford F-150 that have stayed at a constant pace of updates to keep up its position as the best-selling pickup in America, whereas the Ram 1500 has received an overhaul similar to the Silverado. Then we have the Toyota Tacoma, a truck that refuses to separate from the classic utilitarian roots. With such a diverse range of competition, it could be really interesting how the Silverado 1500 LD holds out.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Front Three-Quarter View2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Rear Three-Quarter View
7.3/10 Features
8.5/10 Engine and Performance
4.5/10 Fuel Economy
6.0/10 Interior
7.8/10 Exterior
7.5/10 Safety
6.9/10 Final Verdict
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Features
7.3/10
Like the regular Silverado, the 1500 LD has its options for the drivetrain, but it gets away from the tedious collection of trims and limits to just three. The Work Truck is the least expensive and comes with a 7-inch infotainment display. However, it is also the one with the weakest pulling power. The Custom upgrades on it with various interior and exterior upgrades to choose from. The LT boasts a turbodiesel engine that gets you a lot of torque and miles per gallon of fuel simultaneously. It also boasts various creature comforts, making the cabin feel next to luxurious.
Trim
WT
CUSTOM
LT
MSRP
$33,695
$36,095
$38,395
Key Features
Ecotec3 4.3L V6
Ecotec3 4.3L V6
2.7L Turbocharged I-4 engine
7" diagonal color touch screen
7" diagonal color touch screen
8" diagonal color touch screen
Chevrolet graphic grille and tailgate
20" silver painted wheels
Chrome center bar, bumpers, and mirror caps
Blacked out grille
LED taillamps
LED headlamps with LED daytime running lamps
Durable with 12 tie-downs
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Body-colored door handles
17" bright silver-painted aluminum wheels
We Recommend
To get a bang for your buck, we recommend the LT variant as it offers a powerful engine along with a great infotainment system and some additional exterior features which make this truck look striking and aggressive. For those who want better off-road performance, it would be great to add in the Z71 package.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Engine and Performance
8.5/10
"The 5.3-liter V8 is certainly a strong motor, and braking performance is good in this segment, but the Silverado's responsiveness and handling leave something to be desired" - Edmunds
Engine and Transmission
The WT and CUSTOM variants come with 4.3L V6 mill producing 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque along with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The upper variants come with either, a 2.7L engine producing 310 hp and 348 lb-ft of torque along with 8-speed automatic transmission or a 5.3L V8 producing 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque along with the 8-speed automatic transmission. Chevrolet also offers an optional 6.2L V8 engine along with a 10-speed automatic transmission with higher variants.
The Silverado's 4.3L V6 feels quite lively, strong and powerful. It produces a good amount of power and gives out an extra burst of power when needed. The engine feels more powerful while going uphill and while in the city, it feels balanced.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
MSRP
$36,995
$34,695
$35,295
$32,045
Engine
Ecotec3 4.3L V6
3.3L V6
3.6L V6
3.5L V6
Transmission
6 speed A/T
6 speed A/T
8 speed A/T
6 speed A/T
Horsepower
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
290 hp
305 hp @ 6400
278 hp @ 6000
Torque (lb-ft)
305 @3900
265
269 @ 4800
265 @ 4600
The Chevy offers a big 4.3L mill which produces 285 hp, but when compared to the F150 and Ram 1500, it seems to be a little underpowered as Ram's motor churns out 305 hp making it the leader in among its rivals. The Tacoma's optional 3.5L V6 motor produces the least amount of power placing it in the last place.
Acceleration
While these trucks are mainly used as a daily driver or for some utilitarian work, these trucks are not meant to be driven on tracks as a replacement for supercars.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
0-60 MPH
6.0 sec
N/A
7.5 sec
6.8 sec
Quarter mile
14.4 sec
N/A
15.8 sec
15.2 sec
Engine
Ecotec3 4.3L V6
3.3L V6
3.6L V6
3.5L V6
Emission (Tons/year of CO2 emissions @ 15K mi/year)
8.4
8.0
8.8
7.1
Acceleration feels powerful but the gas pedal has an average feel which is not as satisfying as some of its rival cars have.
Braking
The brake system feels quite responsive, all thanks to the well-tuned brake pedal. The brakes have a linear progression so the braking power depends on the amount of effort applied on the pedal.
Model
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Brake Front (in.)
13.0
13.8
14.9
10.8
Brake Rear (in.)
13.6
13.7
14.8
10.0
Curb Weight (lbs)
4693
4529
4798
4095
60-0 MPH (ft.)
129
119
124
140
Ride and Handling
All thanks to the big 4.3L mill, the ride feels powerful and gives strong vibes to the rider. The steering wheel is quite responsive but feels heavy when compared to the new Ford F-150. The quick return mechanism of the steering wheel makes the rider feel confident about the ride. At mid-corners, the body roll is quite significant which makes the Silverado unsettled, but the overall ride is smooth.
The brake pedal is well-tuned, which makes the brake system very responsive. The linear progression of the brake pedal keeps the driver-focused. Kudos to Chevrolet for making this truck 450 pounds lighter than the previous generation, the ride doesn't feel laborious.
Towing Capacity
The typical towing capacity for the pickup trucks is taken somewhere around 9000 pounds. The Chevy bags the first place with the highest towing capacity of 9200 pounds and gives a tough competition to its rivals. Ram 1500 comes 2nd with 7730 pounds of towing capacity.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Towing Capacity (lbs)
9200
7700
7730
6800
The F150 takes the 3rd place with 7700 pounds and the Tacoma takes the last place with the least amount of towing capacity of 6800 pounds.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Fuel Economy
4.5/10
Many people look for a car which gives a great combination of fuel economy and performance. The F-150 proves to be the most practical truck in terms of fuel economy as it gives maximum mileage for both on city roads (20 mpg) and on highway (25 mpg).
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
MPG (hwy)
21
25
24
23
MPG (city)
15
20
19
20
MPG (combined)
17
21
21
21
Tank Capacity (gal)
26
26
23
21.1
The Silverado takes the last position with the least mileage of 15 (city) and 25 (highway).
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Interior
6.0/10
"The instrument panel, central touchscreen, and array of buttons and knobs are attractive, well-labeled and easy to use"- Edmunds
Seating and Comfort
The new Silverado offers a comfortable set of 2 rows which can accommodate up to 6 passengers. Chevrolet has provided cloth seats instead of leather seats but is comfortable due to minimal side bolstering. Both the front seats and the rear seats are quite roomy and comfortable. There is a generous amount of leg space in the rear seats along with the headroom. The rear also has AC vents and USB ports for charging.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Passenger capacity
6
6
6
5
Front row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
43.0/66.0/44.5
40.8/66.7/43.9
41.0/66.0/41.0
39.7/58.3/42.9
Second row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
39.9/64.9/35.2
40.4/65.9/43.6
39.7/65.7/34.7
38.3/58.9/32.6
To increase the comfort during long road trips, the upper trims get a heated driver's seat. The cabin feels insulated and quiet compared to other trucks but slight engine noise does come inside. When at high speeds, the grunting sounds of the engine make their way inside the cabin. The ride is quite comfortable than traditional trucks.
Infotainment
The base model comes with a standard instrument panel. The upper trims come bundled with an advanced instrument panel with either an 8" touchscreen or a crisp and vibrant 8" HD touchscreen. The dashboard is a big monolithic piece with numerous buttons on it.
The upper trims also come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The dashboard feels quite intuitive yet familiar to use. The plastic used in the dashboard feels sturdy and not cheap.
Cargo space
The Chevy offers a generous amount of boot space (71.7 cu.ft.) which can easily fit 2 motocross bikes, therefore it takes the pole position, followed by the Ram 1500 with 61.5 cu.ft. The F-150 takes the third place with 52.8 cu.ft followed by the Tacoma finishing at the last with just 38 cu.ft. of cargo space.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Maximum interior cargo volume (cu.ft.)
71.7
52.8
61.5
38
The rear seats of the Silverado can be folded down to increase the cargo space. The upper variants have a 60/40 split rear seatback.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Exterior
7.8/10
"The Silverado is 1.6 inches longer with a wheelbase stretched by 3.9 inches and is also wider and taller. And even though it still uses a lot of steel, it has dropped up to 450 pounds" -Motortrend
Dimension and Weight
With the introduction of the new Silverado, Chevy has completely redesigned this truck from the bottom. It has beefed up the dimensions and also added a few features as standard. The WT features 17" steel wheels along with xenon headlamps, black front, and rear bumpers.
Models
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD
Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab 4x4
Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Curb weight (lbs)
4693
4529/
4798
4095
Length (in)
231.7
231.9
229
212.3
Width (in)
81.2
79.9
79.4
74.4
Height (in)
75.6
75.6
77.7
70.6
Ground clearance (in)
8.8
8.5
8.7
9.4
Wheelbase (in)
147.5
145
140.5
127.4
The Silverado rolls on an impressive 147.5-inch wheelbase and measures 231.7 inches end-to-end. This truck has a similar length when compared to the F-150, but is the widest truck with a width of 81.2 inches.
Exterior Features
Chevrolet graphic grille and tailgate
Blacked out grille, bumpers
17" ultra-silver painted steel wheels
Corner step rear bumper
Cargo tie downs (12)
Incandescent tail lamps including turn signals
Black door handles
Tailgate and bed rail protection cap
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Safety
7.5/10
Chevrolet takes the safety of the passengers very seriously. The new Silverado comes bundled with a host of necessary features as standard. The base (WT) trim comes with all these standard features and the higher trims come with these features along with some advanced safety features.
Safety Features
StabiliTrak
Stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance and traction control
Daytime running lamps with automatic exterior lamp control
6 airbags
Rear vision camera
Teen driver
Tire pressure monitoring system
The truck has not been tested for IIHS and NHTSA tests.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Competition
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD v/s Ford F150 XL SuperCrew 4x2
The Ford F-150 gave a tough competition to the new Silverado in almost all of the segments listed above. Performance-wise and from a price point, the F-150 proves to be a great truck, but when Towing capacity, interior, and other aspects are considered, the Silverado takes the lead. Both the trucks are great but if you are more into camping and take a ton of stuff along with you, then the Silverado is for you and if you can let go of some extra towing capacity for great fuel efficiency, then the F-150 is a perfect choice.
The Ram 1500 is a truck for those who want a combination of performance and practicality. With some impressive figures in hand, the Ram takes the lead in terms of performance and fuel economy. The main reason why the Ram wins here is due to the presence of the extra horses and the extra miles with the same price tag as that of the Silverado.
Chevrolet Silverado WT 4WD v/s Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Chevrolet Silverado takes a clear victory when pitted against the Tacoma as in almost all of the segments, the Silverado came out to be a clear winner. The Tacoma feels quite underpowered, small and less spacious compared to its American rival. The Silverado here really gives a bang for the money spent on it, but if you are on a tight budget and can let go of all the extra figures, then the Tacoma is for you.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD Final Verdict
6.9/10
With the latest iteration of this iconic truck, Chevrolet has introduced a redesigned trim list which gives a better insight into the truck and gives a powerful 4.3L V6 in its base variant. Chevy's latest offering is quite different from the previous generation which was miserably behind the times.
In this battle of bases, the new Silverado performed well though at some points its rivals gave it a tough competition, but overall it came out to be a perfect truck for a person who will go out on family trips or to the supermarket.
This brute comes with a ton of raw power and muscle and leaves most of its rivals in the dust. Despite its dimensions and power output, the truck has a flexible nature and can give a great performance irrespective of the situation. Overall this truck is perfect for a person who wants a perfect amalgamation of performance and practicality.
