The truck class has many capable pickups to consider, and the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 continue to stand out in this category. We see that firsthand at Soo Motors Ford with the number of guests looking to compare the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500, which we're more than happy to help with. Below, we compare these 2023 trucks in areas such as cabin space, towing, and features, so read on for help with your new truck search!
| 2023 FORD F-150 | 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined) | 23 / 23 / 23 mpg | 18 / 21 / 19 mpg |
| Engine Configuration | V6 | Inline 4 |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 24.0 gal |
| Drivetrain | Four wheel drive | Four wheel drive |
The traditional workplace is passe. Ford F-150® puts productivity at our forefront with the convenient tailgate work surface, available built-in electrical power and 14,000 lb. tow rating and 3,310 lb. payload capability.
The 2023 F-150 PowerBoost™ Hybrid is altering the hybrid landscape with powerful, efficient performance matched with its legendary capability.
When it's just you - and a best friend - far away from cellular towers, you'll appreciate the time to relish in quiet solitude. Your F-150® is just the means to get you there.
Available Ford Accessories.
The bold, rugged style of a truck makes them popular among those that want to stand out on the road, and the Ford F-150 has the looks and utility that you want. Ford F-150 crew cab models have more rear legroom and shoulder room than Silverado 1500 crew cabs, and the F-150 crew cab offers an 8-foot bed while the Chevy truck does not. Plus, the Ford F-150 offers more upholstery options and amenities for drivers.
The less time you spend at a pump the more miles you can drive, which leaves more time for adventures with the family. Plus, it's easier on the wallet. And who doesn't appreciate that?
No pavement, perfect. No trail, no problem. Untamed terrain for miles, oh yeah! The 2023 F-150® Raptor® and Raptor R™ fuel the spirit by cranking out loads of adrenaline.
Preproduction model with optional equipment shown. Available late 2022. Professional driver on a closed course. Always consult the Raptor® supplement to the Owner's Manual before off-road driving, know your terrain and trail difficulty, and use appropriate safety gear.
These trucks are both trustworthy when it comes to towing trailers and hauling payloads, but the new Ford F-150 provides greater capability than the Chevy Silverado 1500. This Ford truck tows up to 14,000 pounds and handles payloads up to 3,325 pounds, which both beat the 13,300 pounds of towing and 2,260-pound payload capacity of the Silverado 1500. There are several reasons the Ford F-150 is more capable, but the biggest difference is that the F-150 has more powerful engines than the Chevy truck.
The Ford F-150 has the brains to match its brawn, including many tech systems that make work simpler. Those features include an onboard scale, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and Pro Power Onboard, none of which are available in the Chevy Silverado 1500. The F-150 also provides more safety systems, like the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Detection, and comfort features, like massaging seats.
Turn your campsite into a drive-in theater with available Pro Power Onboard. The exportable power is available in one of three outputs - 2.0kW (available with optional gas engines), 2.4kW (standard with the PowerBoost™) and 7.2kW that is also available with the PowerBoost hybrid.
See owner's manual for important operating instructions.
Designed to help you practice safe towing, available Smart Hitch delivers the technology to help you distribute the weight in your trailer. It activates through your center touchscreen to determine your approximate trailer tongue weight and informs you that your trailer weight is distributed correctly. Smart Hitch measures the tongue weight of your trailer through the connection process calculating its appropriate weight and guides weight distribution onscreen with the FordPass® App, Smart Taillamps, or on your SYNC® 4 screen.
There's never down time with a Ford F-150® pickup on your crew. While others search for an outlet or work bench, you can keep productivity moving with the available Tailgate Work Surface and Pro Power Onboard.™
The F-150® is a platform your business can run on. Built with durable composite construction materials and practical details that help simplify and support your work, the flat surface is grained to help avoid slips and integrated with functional tools like rulers, a mobile device holder, a cupholder, and even bottle openers when you need to take a break or enjoy the end of a long day.
Keep the power flowing and work moving even when an outlet isn't to found anywhere. With up to 6 available 120V outlets and an available massive 7.2kW power source, you'll always have power at the ready.
Dealer installed options help make the decision process quicker by pre-installing popular upfits for you.
Keep your truck bed looking great with stylish bed trays. Molded to your truck beds specifications, they help prevent damage to your bed and the items you're hauling. Plus, limits items from sliding around the bed.
Carry up to two kayaks to your favorite getaway spot with a truck bed mounted carrier and let your cares float away.
Available Ford Accessories. Recreational equipment not included.
Protect and secure items in your bed from inclement weather and prying eyes. Available in three different types, retractable, soft folding and hard folding.
All F-150® engines now deliver their power through an advanced 10-speed automatic transmission. The 10-speed delivers impressive overall performance, with enhanced acceleration at the low and mid ranges of the power band. With the available 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid engine, the transmission is specially modified to include an integrated 33kW electric motor.
There are several ways that the Ford F-150 stands out among the crowded truck category, just as there are several ways that our Ford dealership stands out. Our friendly team knows all the details and specs of every one of the many new Ford F-150 offers available here, and our selection provides different cab styles, powertrains, and trims to consider. Call or visit us today to continue your search for a new Ford truck!
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