Compare 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $32,770 | $27,620 | $31,530 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $30,476 | $25,834 | $29,954 |
| Destination | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Partial | N/A |
| Floor Mats | Rubber Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Windows | Power | Fixed | Fixed |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | N/A | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Regular | Fade |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Passenger | Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Urethane | Urethane |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Split-bench | Split-bench | Split-bench |
| Standard Seating | 6 Passengers | 6 Passengers | 6 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | Full Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Vinyl | Vinyl |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Amplifier | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Safety Canopy System | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | N/A | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assist | UltraSonic | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (front Doors) | Keyfob (front Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | PASSLock II | SecuriLock | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | TheftLock | N/A | TheftLock |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | N/A | N/A |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual | Dual Manual |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | Soft | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P245/70SR17.0 BSW AS | P235/75SR17.0 BSW AT | P265/70SR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Styled Steel | 17" Gray Styled Steel | 17" Painted Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.8L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | DOHC | OHV |
| Turbocharger | N/A | Twin Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Four-wheel |
| 4WD Shift | N/A | N/A | Manual |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Heavy Duty | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Double Wishbone | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf | Leaf | Leaf |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Leaf | Leaf | Leaf |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance | AdvanceTrac W/Roll Stability Control | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance |
| Sequential Shift Control | Optional | SelectShift | Standard |
| Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.23 | 3.31 | 3.08 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 230.2 " | 250.4 " | 249.2 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 80.0 " | 79.2 " | 80.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 73.8 " | 75.8 " | 73.6 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 69.3 " | 96.0 " | 97.8 " |
| Engine | 4.8L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 302 @ 5,600 Rpm | 360 @ 5,500 Rpm | 315 @ 5,200 Rpm |
| Torque | 305 @ 4,600 Rpm | 380 @ 4,250 Rpm | 335 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 15 Mpg | 15 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 19 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 21 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.9 Seconds | 6.9 Seconds | 7.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.1 Seconds | 15.3 Seconds | 15.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 89 Mph | 95 Mph | 88 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .7 | .7 | .7 |
| Slalom Speed | 53 Mph | 53 Mph | 53 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.27 " | 3.63/3.65 " | 3.78/3.62 " |
| Curb Weight | 5,099 Lbs. | 5,312 Lbs. | 5,487 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,800 Lbs. | 7,300 Lbs. | 7,000 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,650 Lbs. | 3,900 Lbs. | 3,950 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,950 Lbs. | 3,850 Lbs. | 3,950 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,701 Lbs. | 1,930 Lbs. | 1,513 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 4,700 Lbs. | 7,900 Lbs. | 6,500 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 10,000 Lbs. | 13,500 Lbs. | 11,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 143.5 " | 163.0 " | 157.5 " |
| Front Track | 68.1 " | 67.0 " | 68.1 " |
| Rear Track | 67.0 " | 67.0 " | 67.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 23.6 '' | 26.2 '' | 25.6 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 12.3 " | N/A | 12.5 " |
| Front Legroom | 41.3 " | 41.4 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 38.7 " | 33.4 " | 34.3 " |
| Front Headroom | 41.2 " | 41.0 " | 41.2 " |
| Rear Headroom | 40.5 " | 39.7 " | 39.2 " |
| Front Hip Room | 62.5 " | 60.5 " | 62.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 65.4 " | 65.4 " | 61.9 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.2 " | 65.9 " | 65.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 65.1 " | 65.7 " | 65.3 " |
| Luggage Volume (max) | N/A | 44.8 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 50.6 " | 50.0 " | 50.6 " |
| Pickup Box Maximum Width | 62.5 " | 65.2 " | 62.4 " |
| Pickup Box Depth | 21.0 " | 22.4 " | 21.0 " |
| Passenger Volume | N/A | 115 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 26.0 Gal. | 26.0 Gal. | 34.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | acceptable | good | acceptable |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | acceptable | good | acceptable |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | marginal | good | marginal |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | acceptable | good | acceptable |
| Left Leg/Foot | acceptable | acceptable | acceptable |
| Roof Strength | marginal | good | marginal |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | acceptable | good | acceptable |
