Generation comparison

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4th Generation (2019-present) vs Gmc Sierra 1500 5th Generation (2019-present)

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4th Generation (2019-present) studio view

4th Generation · 2019-present

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

210.9″–242.4″ L × 81.1″–81.2″ W × 75.4″–78.7″ H · 126.5″–157.0″ wheelbase

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Gmc Sierra 1500 5th Generation (2019-present) studio view

5th Generation · 2019-present

Gmc Sierra 1500

211.0″–242.4″ L × 81.1″–81.2″ W × 75.5″–78.4″ H · 126.5″–157.1″ wheelbase

Reliability30% weight
4.8/10

20.21 ODI reports were recorded per 10,000 EWR-produced vehicles. “Engine stall or loss of power” is the most frequently matched narrative (732 reports).

3.0/10

31.51 ODI reports were recorded per 10,000 EWR-produced vehicles. “Engine stall or loss of power” is the most frequently matched narrative (562 reports).

NCAP safety25% weight
10.0/10

The latest rated model year is 2025, with 5 stars. QuickCarFixes converts the conservative configuration result to its 10-point scale.

10.0/10

The latest rated model year is 2025, with 5 stars. QuickCarFixes converts the conservative configuration result to its 10-point scale.

Energy cost15% weight
4.1/10

EPA estimates $3,100–$5,050 in annual energy cost for the latest configurations. Comparable vehicles average $3,189–$3,788.

3.7/10

EPA estimates $3,100–$5,050 in annual energy cost for the latest configurations. Comparable vehicles average $3,189–$3,788.

Handling10% weight
7.5/10

The Silverado tracks securely and controls its mass well, but numb steering and a large turning footprint keep it focused on confidence rather than involvement.

7.5/10

Secure tracking and controlled body motion suit long highway work, while light feedback and the full-size footprint limit precision in tighter environments.

Comfort8% weight
7.9/10

The ride is stable and quiet enough for long towing days, but firmer seats and trim-dependent suspension tuning keep comfort below the F-150 benchmark.

7.9/10

The Sierra rides smoothly and upper trims add excellent climate equipment, but firm cushions and some cabin rattles stop it from feeling uniformly premium.

Roominess7% weight
9.2/10

Crew-cab passenger space and storage are enormous, and the bed choices add utility; the tall climb into the cabin is the only clear accessibility penalty.

9.2/10

Crew-cab space, rear-floor utility and storage are excellent, with the same tall step-in compromise shared by other full-size pickups.

Onboard electronics5% weight
7.4/10

The 2022 refresh added excellent display and camera hardware, but pre-refresh trucks are far simpler and recurring connectivity faults lower the generation-wide score.

7.5/10

The refreshed Google-based cabin and camera suite are among the class's most ambitious, but glitches and the stark pre-refresh divide weaken the generation-wide consistency score.

Final scoreChevrolet Silverado 1500 leads
7.0/10head-to-head score
6.4/10head-to-head score

Scores use federal safety and ownership data plus documented editorial ratings. Learn how QuickCarFixes calculates and compares scores here.

NHTSA ODI complaints

Reliability and recurring problems

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Reliability
4.8/10
ODI reports
5,702
Reports per 10,000 produced
20.21
Severe-event share
2.9%

Most frequently matched narratives

  1. Engine stall or loss of power732
  2. Transmission hesitation or failure417
  3. Brake failure or reduced braking350
  4. Battery drain or no-start139
  5. Steering assist loss or lockup137

Gmc Sierra 1500

Reliability
3.0/10
ODI reports
4,476
Reports per 10,000 produced
31.51
Severe-event share
2.4%

Most frequently matched narratives

  1. Engine stall or loss of power562
  2. Brake failure or reduced braking269
  3. Transmission hesitation or failure239
  4. Steering assist loss or lockup122
  5. Battery drain or no-start104
NHTSA safety data

Crash-test coverage and recalls

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

NCAP score
10.0/10
Latest rated model year
2025
Recall campaigns
27
Completion rates reported
27/27
Median reported completion
90.1%
Park-it / park-outside campaigns
1 / 0

Gmc Sierra 1500

NCAP score
10.0/10
Latest rated model year
2025
Recall campaigns
25
Completion rates reported
25/25
Median reported completion
90.1%
Park-it / park-outside campaigns
1 / 0
EPA FuelEconomy.gov

Annual energy cost against comparable vehicles

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Energy-cost score
4.1/10
EPA model year
2026
Estimated annual energy cost
$3,100–$5,050
Comparable-class average
$3,189–$3,788
Difference from comparable average
-$538–$1,262

Gmc Sierra 1500

Energy-cost score
3.7/10
EPA model year
2026
Estimated annual energy cost
$3,100–$5,050
Comparable-class average
$3,189–$3,788
Difference from comparable average
-$388–$1,262
Documented editorial review

Handling, comfort, space and onboard electronics

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Handling
7.5/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Roominess
9.2/10
Onboard electronics
7.4/10

Gmc Sierra 1500

Handling
7.5/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Roominess
9.2/10
Onboard electronics
7.5/10