If you’re shopping for a new full-size truck, you’re probably comparing the Toyota Tundra vs. Chevy Silverado 1500 specs, features, and differences. To help you narrow down your search to the best new truck for your needs, we’ve put together a Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra overview and comparison that points out the differences in performance, reliability, and passenger room that will have you calling Dyer Chevy Fort Pierce to schedule your test drive.
| 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 | 2023 Toyota Tundra | |
| Standard Engine | 2.7L Turbo | Twin-Turbo V6 |
| Horsepower | 310 | 358 |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| EPA-Est. MPG (Cty/Hwy/Comb) | 18/21/191 | 18/24/202 |
| Max Avail Towing Capacity | 13,300 lbs3 | 12,000 lbs4 |
The heart of any full-size truck is the engine. Let’s see if the new Toyota Tundra or Silverado 1500 gives you the 0-60 mph time, performance, and towing capacity you need.
The new Chevy Silverado 1500 offers a menu of engines. The 2.7-liter turbo is equipped with Active Fuel Management and automatic start/stop to deliver impressive fuel economy while putting out 430 pound-feet of torque. The Chevy Silverado 1500 horsepower ranges from 310 to 420, depending on your selected engine. For the 2023 model year, the 2.7-liter turbo engine comes standard on the following models:
Are you looking for the iconic power and rumble of a Chevy V-8? Then the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V-8 with 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque is for you. This engine is standard on the Chevy Silverado 1500 LTZ and Silverado High Country trucks for sale. The new Chevy Silverado for sale also offers an available 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8 engine and a 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel.
When it comes to Toyota Tundra horsepower, the 3.4-liter Twin-Turbo V-6 has either 358 or 389 horsepower, depending on equipment. While the Toyota Tundra delivers competitive performance from its available engines, you won’t find a turbo diesel engine in the lineup. If you’re looking for the best truck for towing and logging heavy miles, look no further than the new 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500.
| 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 WT | 2023 Toyota Tundra SR | |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
| Length | 231.88 in | 233.6 in |
| Width | 81.24 in | 80.2 in |
| Height | 75.51 in | 78.0 in |
| Cargo Box Length | 69.92 in | 77.6 in |
| Cargo Box Width | 71.40 in | 58.7 in |
The Chevy Silverado interior is ready to provide your comforts and conveniences while also being your mobile command center. The 2023 Silverado lineup offers an available 13.4-inch infotainment touch screen and a 12.3-inch driver information center. With Google built-in, you get your maps, traffic updates, voice assistant, and access to Google Play.
The Toyota Tundra interior offers similar comforts, leather-trimmed seats, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for compatible devices.
If you’re comparing the Chevy Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra size, the Tundra offers five seats. It is roughly 2 inches longer than the new Chevy Silverado 1500 for sale in Fort Pierce, FL. The Silverado, however, comes with six seats and is slightly wider.
Regarding bed size, the Silverado has a broader bed than the Tundra, but the bed in the Toyota Tundra is longer. The Silverado checks the boxes when you need a truck that gives you the performance and room you need to get things done. At this point, you’re probably ready to click over to our new Chevy specials and see how you can save on a new Chevy Silverado.
One of the most significant comparison specs between the Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra is towing capacity. The Toyota Tundra towing capacity has a maximum rating of 12,000 pounds.4 An impressive figure until you see that the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity peaks at 13,300 pounds.3 If you’re deciding between the new Silverado or the 2023 Toyota Tundra for sale, and towing capacity is the deciding factor, you’ll find the vehicle you want at our Chevy dealer in Fort Pierce, FL.
The Silverado and Toyota Tundra are well-made vehicles with comparable longevity. When your Silverado is well-maintained and the factory service schedule is followed, your new truck can easily last more than 200,000 miles or 20 years.
The best way to enjoy your new truck for the long haul is to stay on top of your service intervals and ensure your truck’s oil changes are on time. We offer a state-of-the-art service department at our dealership that can handle all your auto repair needs. Be sure to check our service specials for oil change coupons before you book your appointment.
Now that you’ve seen all the ways the Chevy Silverado is a better fit for your workload than the Toyota Tundra, you’re probably deciding if it’s better to lease or finance a new truck. Our team of finance associates is standing by to take your free credit application and answer your questions about how buying compares to leasing.
The new 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 for sale and Toyota Tundra are comparable in size, but the Silverado is slightly wider and has a wider cargo box for greater usability. The Toyota Tundra is 233.6 inches long, longer than the Silverado 1500 WT at 231.88 inches. The Tundra is 78 inches tall, taller than the Silverado at 75.51 inches tall.
The new 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 has more towing capacity than the new 2023 Toyota Tundra. The new Silverado offers 13,300 pounds of max available trailering,3, more than the 12,000 pounds of max towing capacity in the new 2023 Toyota Tundra.4 If you want the truck with the most towing, choose the new Silverado 1500 with the Duramax 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel engine.
The new Toyota Tundra SR is roughly 2 inches longer than the new 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 WT for sale. The Toyota Tundra SR is 233.6 inches long compared to the 231.88 inches of the Silverado 1500 WT. While the Tundra is slightly longer and taller than the Silverado, the new Chevy Silverado for sale is wider and has a wider cargo bed for better usability.
1EPA-estimated 18 city/21 hwy/19 comb 2.7L Turbo engine.
2EPA-estimated 18 city/24 highway/20 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra SR 4×2; EPA-estimated 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra SR5, Limited, Platinum and 1794 Edition 4×2; EPA-estimated 17 city/23 highway/19 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra SR 4×4; EPA-estimated 17 city/22 highway/19 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra SR5, Limited, Platinum and 1794 Edition 4×4. EPA-estimated 20 city/24 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra Limited 4×2 Hybrid, Platinum 4×2 Hybrid and 1794 Edition 4×2 Hybrid; EPA-estimated 19 city/22 highway/21 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra Limited 4×4 Hybrid, Platinum 4×4 Hybrid, 1794 Edition 4×4 Hybrid and Capstone 4×4 Hybrid; EPA-estimated 18 city/20 highway/19 combined mpg rating for 2023 Tundra TRD Pro 4×4 Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
3Requires Silverado Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD or Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels or Silverado Double Cab Standard Bed RST 4×4 with available 6.2L V8 engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
4Never tow beyond a vehicle’s published towing capacities. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. Follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual.