2024 Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Performance
- The Toyota Tundra’s SR model comes standard with an i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 engine, producing 358 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 406 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,000 rpm. The SR5, the Limited, the Platinum, and the 1794 Edition trims also come with an i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 engine and enhance power output to 389 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 479 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,400 rpm. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equips the WT, the Custom, the Custom Trail Boss, the LT, the RST, and the LT Trail Boss trims with a 2.7L TurboMax™ 4-cylinder engine that generates 310 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 430 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,000 rpm. The LTZ and the High Country models of the Silverado 1500 come standard with a 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine, delivering 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque. The ZR2 model is equipped with a 3.0L Duramax® Turbo Diesel engine that generates 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque.
- The Toyota Tundra SR5 and higher trims come standard with the Eco, the Normal, the Sport, and the TOW/HAUL driving modes. Additionally, the Comfort, the Sport S, the Sport S+, and the Custom driving modes are available as part of an option package on the Tundra’s Platinum, the 1794 Edition, and the Capstone trims. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 includes a Driver Mode Control system with the Normal, the Sport, the Snow/Ice (2WD only), the Off-Road (4WD only), the Terrain (4WD only), and the Tow/Haul modes.
- All models of the Toyota Tundra are equipped with a 10-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i), sequential shift mode, and uphill/downhill shift logic. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission as standard, with an optional upgrade to a 10-speed automatic transmission on select trims.
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD). A part-time 4-Wheel Drive system with an electronically controlled 2-speed transfer case and Auto LSD is optional on all trims and standard on the TRD Pro and the Capstone trims. Similarly, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in both Two-Wheel-Drive (RWD) and Four-Wheel-Drive (4WD) configurations for most trims. The Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss, the LT Trail Boss, and the ZR2 are available only in 4WD. An automatic locking rear differential is optional on the WT and Custom and is standard on all higher trims except on the ZR2.
- Regarding suspension, the Toyota Tundra comes standard with an independent double-wishbone front suspension and a coil spring multi-link rear suspension. An Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system is available on the Platinum and the 1794 Edition trims and optional on the Capstone trim. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a range of suspension packages depending on trim level, including the High-Capacity Suspension Package, the Standard Suspension Package, the Z71 Suspension with a 2" factory lift, and the ZR2 Suspension Package.
- The Toyota Tundra has a maximum towing capacity of 12,000 lbs. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a maximum available towing capacity/trailering weight of 13,300 lbs.
- Both models come standard with Electric Power Steering; the Toyota Tundra has power-assisted rack-and-pinion, while the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 includes an electric, rack-mounted steering with variable assist.
Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Fuel Economy
- The 4x2 Toyota Tundra models have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 18/24/20 mpg (city/highway/combined). In contrast, the 4x2 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings ranging from 15-23 mpg in the city, 19-29 mpg on the highways, and 16-26 mpg combined, depending on the trim level and engine configuration.
- The 4x4 models of the Toyota Tundra have EPA-estimated ratings of 17/23/19 mpg (city/highway/combined). Comparatively, the 4x4 models of the Chevy Silverado 1500 have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 15-23 mpg in the city, 19-27 mpg on the highway, and 16-24 mpg combined, depending on the trim level.
- The 4X2 Toyota Tundra hybrid models have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 20/24/22 mpg (city/highway/combined), while the 4X4 models follow closely with EPA-estimated ratings of up to 19/22/21 mpg (city/highway/combined). In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 doesn’t come with a hybrid engine/hybrid powertrain option.
Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Technology
- The Toyota Tundra Limited and higher trims come standard with a 14-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and a 3-month SiriusXM® trial subscription. An 8-in. touchscreen display is standard on the base level SR and SR5 trims. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an available 7-in. or 13.4-in. diagonal color touchscreen Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium System based on trim levels. All Silverado 1500 models have a standard Wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™ capability for compatible phones, and a SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription.
- A 12-speaker JBL® Premium Audio System, including a subwoofer and amplifier, is standard on the Toyota Tundra’s Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro, and Capstone trims. It is also available as a package option on the Limited trim. Standard on the SR and SR5 trims is either a 6-speaker or 9-speaker audio system based on the 4X4 or 4X2 configurations. Meanwhile, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equips its LTZ, High Country, and ZR2 trims with a standard 7-speaker Bose® Premium Sound System with Richbass® woofer, while a 6-speaker audio system is standard on all other trims.
- A Trailer Backup Guide system with Straight Path Assist (SPA) is standard on the Toyota Tundra's Platinum, the 1794 Edition, the 1794 Limited Edition, and the Capstone trims. It is also available as an option package on the SR5 and the Limited trims. In comparison, most Chevy Silverado 1500 models come standard with a Hitch Guidance feature, providing a centered guideline on the Rear Vision Camera view when in reverse.
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with a charge indicator light is standard on the Toyota Tundra's Platinum and higher trims and is available as part of an option package on the Limited trim. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has wireless charging available on most trims, except on the WT, the Custom, and the Custom Trail Boss trims.
- The Toyota Tundra has three USB ports (front) standard on the SR, the SR5, and the Limited trims. It has five USB ports (three in front; two in rear) standard on the Platinum, the 1794 Edition, the TRD Pro, and the Capstone trims. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes standard with six USB ports (two in the center console, two on the instrument panel, and two on the rear console) only on the LTZ, the High Country, and the ZR2 trims.
- All Toyota Tundra grades except the SR and the SR5 include a 1-year trial to Drive Connect (SR and SR5 are Drive-Connect-capable). This connected service includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Drive Connect is 4G network dependent. Additionally, all Toyota Tundra models have an up to 10-year trial of Safety Connect, which includes an Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Safety Connect is 4G network dependent. Conversely, all Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models are equipped with a trial subscription of OnStar® and Chevrolet Connected Services, offering real-time navigation and traffic updates, automatic crash response, emergency services, stolen vehicle assistance, and roadside assistance.
- The Toyota Tundra has an optional Wi-Fi Connect trial for up to 30 days or 3GB of data usage. It includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and integrated streaming compatibility with platforms like Apple Music® and Amazon Music™, requiring separate customer subscriptions. Wi-Fi Connect is 4G network dependent. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has built-in Wi-Fi® hotspot capability via the OnStar Connected Vehicle Plan. The Chevrolet manufacturer’s website does not specify streaming compatibility with Apple Music® and Amazon Music™.
- The Toyota Tundra’s SR and SR5 models have a standard 4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display (MID) displaying fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information, and warning messages. A 12.3-in. MID is standard on the Limited and higher trims. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a standard 3.5-in. diagonal monochromatic Driver Information Center on the WT, Custom, and the Custom Trail Boss trims. Other trims are equipped with a 12.3" diagonal color Driver Information Center providing driver personalization, warning messages, and vehicle information.
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Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Safety & Convenience
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with eight total airbags, including driver and passenger side airbags, knee airbags, and curtain airbags. In comparison, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes with six airbags, including dual-stage frontal airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger. It also comes with seat-mounted side-impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger, and head-curtain airbags for outboard seating positions. It does not have knee airbags like on the Toyota Tundra.
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Trailer Merge Warning is available as part of an option package on the Toyota Tundra’s SR5 trim and standard in all higher trims, excluding the SR trim. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has Rear Cross Traffic Braking and Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert available as part of the Safety Package on select trims.
- The Toyota Tundra comes with the Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5) suite, including Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), and Road Sign Assist (RSA) are also included. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes equipped with Chevy Safety Assist, including Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Following Distance Indicator, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and IntelliBeam®. Additionally, Adaptive Cruise Control is available on select Silverado 1500 trims, but the Silverado does not have a feature equivalent to Toyota's Road Sign Assist.
- The Toyota Tundra comes equipped with the Star Safety System™ that includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), and Smart Stop Technology® (SST). The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes standard with StabiliTrak’®, an electronic stability control system with traction control, and 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, but does not include a feature comparable to the Tundra’s Smart Stop Technology®.
- Both the Toyota Tundra and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 come standard with remote keyless entry systems. The Tundra has a standard Smart Key System with Push Button Start, remote lock, unlock, panic and tailgate release functions, and remote illuminated entry. The Silverado 1500 is available with keyless open and start functionalities, along with remote keyless entry providing lock, unlock, panic alarm, and remote locking tailgate functions.
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) and available Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking. The Chevy Silverado 1500 has available Front and Rear Park Assist with standard Automatic Emergency Braking. However, an Electric Parking Brake is not mentioned for the Silverado 1500.
- Every Toyota Tundra comes standard with a backup camera with a projected path. The Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) with cameras is standard on the Tundra’s Platinum, the 1794 Edition, and the Capstone trims. It is available as part of an option package on the SR5 and the Limited trims. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an available HD Rear Vision Camera and HD Surround Vision depending on the trim level, but it does not include a Panoramic View Monitor.
- The Toyota Tundra SR5 and higher trims have a standard Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (ITBC) with a Multi-Information Display (MID) screen and trailer brake type, gain, and manual trailer brake output controls. The Chevy Silverado 1500 includes an available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, which is also part of the Max Trailering Package, displaying the trailer's gain and output in the Driver Information Center.
Reliability
- The Toyota Tundra comes with a Basic Warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, a Powertrain Warranty for five years or 60,000 miles, and a Corrosion Perforation Warranty for five years and unlimited miles. In comparison, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 includes a Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, a Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty for five years or 60,000 miles, a Corrosion Limited Warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, and a Rust-Through Warranty for six years or 100,000 miles.
- The Toyota Tundra has a Restraint Systems Warranty for five years or 60,000 miles. On the other hand, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's warranty information does not explicitly mention a specific Restraint Systems Warranty.
- Every new Toyota Tundra pickup truck comes with ToyotaCare, which covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes standard with one complimentary scheduled maintenance visit within the first year of purchase.
- The Toyota Tundra has a 24-hour Roadside Assistance plan for two years with unlimited mileage. Conversely, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 includes a Roadside Assistance Program and Courtesy Transportation for five years or 60,000 miles, or five years or 100,000 miles for TurboMax™ engines, 3.0L & 6.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engines, and qualified fleet vehicles.
Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Design
- The Toyota Tundra has a seating capacity for five in both Double Cab and Crew Cab configurations and comes standard with a 60/40 split folding rear seat for versatile space options. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has seating for three or up to six people, depending on the cab configuration. The Silverado 1500 comes with an available 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat.
- The Toyota Tundra is equipped with three wheel-size options. 18-in., available in styled-steel for the SR and alloy for the SR5. 20-in. alloy wheels for the Limited, the Platinum, and the 1794 Edition, each with unique finishes. Finally, the Capstone trim has larger 22-in. chrome- and machined-finish alloy wheels. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 counters with diverse wheel options: 17-in. steel wheels for the WT trim and 17-in. aluminum for the LT. 18-in. aluminum wheels are available for the RST, the Custom Trail Boss, the LT Trail Boss, and the ZR2. 20-in. aluminum wheels are available for the Custom, LTZ, and High Country trims.
- For seating aesthetics across trims, the Toyota Tundra has standard fabric-trimmed seats in the SR and the SR5 trims. SofTex®-trimmed seats are standard in the Limited, and leather-trimmed seats with premium contrast stitching in the Platinum and 1794 Edition. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes standard with vinyl seats in WT and cloth seats in the Custom, LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, and LT Trail Boss trims. Perforated leather-appointed seating is standard in the ZR2, LTZ, and High Country trims, with the LTZ offering this leather-trim specifically for the front outboard seating positions.
- The Toyota Tundra (CrewMax only) has a standard power tilt/slide panoramic roof with a power sunshade on the Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro, and Capstone trims and as an optional feature on the Limited trim. In contrast, a power sunroof with tilt and slide features is available on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, but there’s no mention of a panoramic roof on the manufacturer’s site.
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with a leather-wrapped power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with phone, audio, display/infotainment, and Driver Assist controls on the Platinum, the 1794 Edition, and the Capstone trims. The Chevy Silverado 1500 has an available manual tilt and telescoping steering column with steering-wheel-mounted audio system and phone interface controls on select trims.
- The Toyota Tundra’s SR and the SR5 trims have standard 4-way manual adjustable driver and front passenger seats. The Limited trim enhances comfort with 8-way power-adjustable seats with 2-way lumbar support and adds heated and ventilated front seats. The Platinum and the 1794 Edition upgrades to the 10-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats with 4-way lumbar support and include heated and ventilated seats for both front and rear passengers. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s WT trim has a 4-way manual driver and front passenger seats. Higher trims, including the LTZ, the High Country, and the ZR2 have standard 10-way power seats with power lumbar support, heating, and ventilation for both driver and front passengers.
- Heated power auto-dimming outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and a reverse tilt-down feature come standard on the Toyota Tundra’s Limited, the Platinum, the 1794 Edition, the TRD Pro, and Capstone trim. They are available as an option package on SR5 trim. In contrast, the Chevy Silverado 1500 has standard heated, power, driver-side auto-dimming, power-folding outside mirrors only on the LTZ, the High Country, and the ZR2 trims.
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with advanced lighting features, including a standard LED center high-mount stop light (CHMSL) with integrated cargo lights and an LED Trailer Reverse Assist light. Additionally, the Tundra has available premium LED headlights, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), and LED fog lights. It also has LED taillights with sequential turn signals, an auto on/off feature for the lights, and an automatic leveling adjustment system. The Chevy Silverado 1500 comes with standard cab-mounted cargo area lamps (LED on Crew Cab and Double Cab models, incandescent on Regular Cab models) and has standard Daytime Running Lamps on all trims, with available LED tail lamps and fog lamps on select trims.
Features & Specifications
- In the front, all Toyota Tundra models and configurations – without a Moonroof or Panoramic roof - have 41.0 in. of headroom, 65.0 in. of shoulder room, 62.6 in. of hip room, and 41.2 in. of legroom. In the rear, the Tundra has up to 38.5 in. of headroom, 63.4 in. of shoulder room, 60.5 in. of hip room, and 33.3 in. of legroom (Double Cab + Standard configuration).
- Up front, all Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have 43.0 in. of headroom, 66.0 in. of shoulder room, 61.2 in. of hip room, and 44.5 in. of legroom. In the rear, the Silverado 1500 has up to 40.1 in. of headroom, 65.2 in. of shoulder room, 60.2 in. of hip room, and 43.4 in. of legroom.
- The Toyota Tundra has a minimum ground clearance of 9.3 in. and a wheelbase of up to 164.6 in. (Double Cab + 8.1-ft. Long Bed configuration). In comparison, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a minimum ground clearance of 7.89 in. and a wheelbase of up to 157.1 in. (Crew Cab + Standard Bed – ZR2).
- In terms of dimensions, the Toyota Tundra has an overall length of up to 252.5 in. (Double Cab + 8.1-ft. Long Bed), width of 80.2 in., and height of 78.0 in. On the other hand, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an overall length of up to 242.4 in. (Crew Cab + Standard Bed configuration), width of 81.2 in., and height of 78.2 in.
- The Toyota Tundra pickup truck comes standard with a full-size spare tire mounted under the body and includes all-season tires as standard on the SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and Capstone trims with Falken® WILDPEAK all-terrain tires standard on the TRD Pro. In comparison, the Chevy Silverado 1500 also comes standard with a full-size spare tire and has all-season tires on most trims, with available options like all-terrain and Mud-Terrain Goodyear® Wrangler Territory® tires on select models.
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Conclusion
- Under the hood, the Toyota Tundra’s SR model has a robust i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 engine, which delivers 358 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 406 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,000 rpm. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equips multiple trims with a smaller 2.7L TurboMax™ 4-cylinder engine, generating a lower 310 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 430 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,000 rpm.
- Audiophiles will appreciate the Toyota Tundra’s 12-speaker JBL® Premium Audio System, including a subwoofer and amplifier, which is standard on the Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro, and Capstone trims. It is available as a package option on the Limited trim. In contrast, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a 7-speaker Bose® Premium Sound System with Richbass® woofer standard only on the LTZ, High Country, and ZR2 trims.
- The Toyota Tundra further distinguishes itself with ToyotaCare, ensuring two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, of normal factory-scheduled maintenance. The Silverado 1500 has a single complimentary maintenance visit within the first year of purchase.
- When it comes to infotainment, the Toyota Tundra Limited and higher trims come standard with a 14-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, which is larger than the Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s available 13.4-in. diagonal color touchscreen.
- All Toyota Tundra models come standard with a 10-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i), sequential shift mode, and uphill/downhill shift logic, offering smooth and responsive shifting. In comparison, the Silverado 1500 has an 8-speed automatic transmission as standard, with a 10-speed transmission available as an optional upgrade on select trims.
- The Toyota Tundra comes standard with an Electric Parking Brake (EPB), which is a feature not specified for the Chevy Silverado 1500.