Cng, diesel, electric, hybrid and petrol · 1975–2026

Chevrolet Silverado

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Chevrolet Silverado. By the official figures, the 2026 uses 10.2 L/100km: 28 mpg UK, 23 mpg US.

Chevrolet Silverado in grey
Fuel use
10.2 L/100km
2026 official
UK mpg
28 mpg
US mpg
23 mpg
On a full tank
890 km
91 L tank

What a Silverado costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$30.08 per 100 km$3,308
Australia$2.41/L petrol$24.65 per 100 km$2,737
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£28.71 per 100 miles£2,010
United States$4.35/gal petrol$18.93 per 100 miles$2,556

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

Where the Silverado ranks

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Fourth generation (T1XX), 2021

Specs for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Crew Cab 4WD, 5.3L V8 petrol; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Upper large
Generation
Fourth generation (T1XX)
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
5.3 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,328 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
265 kW
Torque
519 Nm
Gearbox
10-speed automatic

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★☆
Auto emergency braking
Yes

2500HD (L5P), 2020–2027

Specs for the 6.6 Duramax; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
2500HD (L5P)
Built
2020-2027
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
6.6 L V8 turbo diesel
Engine size
6,599 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
336 kW
Torque
1,234 Nm
Gearbox
10-speed automatic

Economy

Uses AdBlue
Yes

T1XX, 2019–2027

Specs for the 5.3 V8 Crew Cab; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
T1XX
Built
2019-2027
Seats
6
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
5,885 mm
Width
2,063 mm
Height
1,918 mm
Wheelbase
3,745 mm
Kerb weight
2,280 kg
Towing (braked)
4,300 kg

Engine

Engine
5.3 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,328 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
265 kW
Torque
519 Nm
Gearbox
10-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
91 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Safety

Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

K2XX, 2014–2018

Specs for the 5.3 V8 crew cab; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
K2XX
Built
2014-2018
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
5.3 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,328 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
265 kW
Torque
519 Nm
Gearbox
6-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
98 L

GMT900, 2007–2013

Specs for the 5.3 V8 Crew Cab; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
GMT900
Built
2007-2013
Seats
6
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
5.3 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,328 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
235 kW
Torque
454 Nm
Gearbox
6-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
98 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★☆

Chevrolet Silverado, 2006

Specs for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS, regular cab, 4.3 L V6 petrol, rear-wheel drive; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Seats
3

Size and weight

Length
5,225 mm
Wheelbase
3,023 mm
Ground clearance
216 mm
Kerb weight
1,910 kg
Gross vehicle mass
2,767 kg
Towing (braked)
3,810 kg

Engine

Engine
4.3 L V6 petrol
Engine size
4,300 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
98 L

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★☆

GMT800 2500HD, 2001–2006

Specs for the 6.6 Duramax; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
GMT800 2500HD
Built
2001-2006
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
6.6 L V8 turbo diesel
Engine size
6,599 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
231 kW
Torque
820 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

GMT800, 1999–2006

Specs for the 5.3 V8 Extended Cab; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Ute
Size class
Light commercial
Generation
GMT800
Built
1999-2006
Seats
6
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Engine

Engine
5.3 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,328 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
220 kW
Torque
441 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
98 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2026Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2026Electric30.8 kWh/100km2.0 mi/kWh68 MPGe659 km
2026Diesel10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2025Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2025Electric31.0 kWh/100km2.0 mi/kWh68 MPGe679 km
2025Diesel10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2024Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2024Electric33.2 kWh/100km1.9 mi/kWh63 MPGe724 km
2024Diesel10.7 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2023Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2023Diesel9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2022Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2022Diesel10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2021Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2021Diesel9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2020Petrol13.4 L/100km21 mpg18 mpg—
2020Diesel9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2019Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2018Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2018Hybrid13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2017Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2017Hybrid13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2016Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2016Hybrid13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2015Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2014Petrol17.6 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
2013Petrol14.0 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2013Hybrid11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2012Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2012Hybrid11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2011Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2011Hybrid11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2010Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2010Hybrid11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2009Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2009Hybrid11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2008Petrol16.3 L/100km17 mpg14 mpg—
2007Petrol14.8 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2007Hybrid14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2006Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—

Chevrolet Silverado questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Chevrolet Silverado?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado uses 10.2 L/100km by its official figures: 28 mpg in UK gallons and 23 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much electricity does the Chevrolet Silverado use?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado uses 30.8 kWh/100km officially (2.0 mi/kWh, 68 MPGe). Its official range is 659 km (409 miles).

How much does a Chevrolet Silverado cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $3,308 in New Zealand, $2,737 in Australia, £2,010 in United Kingdom, $2,556 in United States.

How far does a Chevrolet Silverado go on a full tank?

About 890 km (553 miles) from its 91 L tank at its official fuel use.

How much can a Chevrolet Silverado tow?

4,300 kg braked, for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Crew Cab 4WD, 5.3L V8 petrol.

Cars like the Silverado

From other makes, closest in what they use.

Ford

F150

1975–2026

10.2 L/100km · 28 mpg

GMC

Sierra

1976–2026

10.2 L/100km · 28 mpg

Toyota

Tacoma

1995–2026

10.2 L/100km · 28 mpg

Hyundai

Santa Cruz

2022–2027

9.8 L/100km · 29 mpg

LDV

T60

2017–2026

8.7 L/100km · 32 mpg

Toyota

Tundra

1999–2026

11.8 L/100km · 24 mpg

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2013–2022

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2004–2011

8.1 L/100km · 35 mpg

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15.7 L/100km · 18 mpg

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12.4 L/100km · 23 mpg

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Impala

1958–2020

10.7 L/100km · 26 mpg

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Trax

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8.1 L/100km · 35 mpg

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