Compare 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $27,550 | $27,010 | $36,900 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,622 | $24,739 | $35,572 |
| Destination | $995 | $995 | $1,595 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Automatic |
| Air Filter | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Console | N/A | N/A | Full |
| Floor Mats | Vinyl/rubber Front | Vinyl/rubber Front | Carpet Front |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | N/A | N/A | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | N/A | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Regular | Delay |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Split-bench | Split-bench | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 3 Passengers | 3 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 6-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Bench |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| Amplifier | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| 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 Row | Safety Canopy System | N/A |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| 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 | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | N/A | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | PASSLock II | SecuriLock | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | TheftLock | N/A | Standard |
| 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/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/12,000 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/60,000 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/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 12 Months/12,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Concealed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/body-color Surround | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Top | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | N/A | N/A | Wing |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular | N/A |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | Soft | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P245/70SR17.0 BSW AS | P235/75SR17.0 BSW AT | P245/50TR18.0 BSW AS |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | N/A | 275/40YR10 |
| Wheels | 17" Styled Steel | 17" Machined Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.8L V-8 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| 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 | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Heavy Duty | Regular | Firm |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Double Wishbone | Strut |
| 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 | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Leaf | Leaf | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance | AdvanceTrac W/Roll Stability Control | StabiliTrak |
| Sequential Shift Control | Optional | SelectShift | Driver Shift Control |
| Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.23 | 3.55 | 3.27 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 205.6 " | 213.2 " | 188.3 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 79.9 " | 79.2 " | 74.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 73.6 " | 74.8 " | 52.9 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 78.7 " | 78.0 " | N/A |
| Engine | 4.8L V-8 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 302 @ 5,600 Rpm | 302 @ 6,500 Rpm | 335 @ 6,800 Rpm |
| Torque | 305 @ 4,600 Rpm | 278 @ 4,000 Rpm | 284 @ 5,300 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 17 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 19 Mpg | 23 Mpg | 26 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.1 Seconds | 7.4 Seconds | 5.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.4 Seconds | 15.5 Seconds | 13.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 93 Mph | 92 Mph | 107 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .7 | .7 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 55 Mph | 54 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.27 " | 3.76/3.45 " | 3.74/3.37 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,460 Lbs. | 4,685 Lbs. | 3,684 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,400 Lbs. | 6,450 Lbs. | N/A |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,200 Lbs. | 3,150 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,750 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | 1,940 Lbs. | 1,710 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 4,700 Lbs. | 5,500 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum GCWR | 10,000 Lbs. | 10,400 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 " | 126.0 " | 110.7 " |
| Front Track | 68.1 " | 67.0 " | 62.5 " |
| Rear Track | 67.0 " | 67.0 " | 63.7 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.8 '' | 20.8 '' | N/A |
| Ground Clearance | 13.4 " | N/A | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 41.3 " | 41.4 " | 43.9 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | N/A | 29.9 " |
| Front Headroom | 41.5 " | 41.0 " | 38.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | N/A | 33.4 " |
| Front Hip Room | 62.5 " | 60.5 " | 54.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | N/A | 45.7 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.2 " | 65.9 " | 54.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | N/A | 50.3 " |
| Luggage Volume | N/A | 17.2 Cu.ft. | 7.3 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | N/A | 17.2 Cu.ft. | 7.3 Cu.ft. |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 50.6 " | 50.0 " | N/A |
| Pickup Box Maximum Width | 62.4 " | 65.2 " | N/A |
| Pickup Box Depth | 21.0 " | 22.4 " | N/A |
| Passenger Volume | N/A | 65 Cu.ft. | 93 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 26.0 Gal. | 26.0 Gal. | 19.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | N/A | N/A | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | N/A | N/A | $1.14 |
| Depreciation | N/A | N/A | $21,998 |
| Fees and Taxes | N/A | N/A | $3,931 |
| Fuel Cost | N/A | N/A | $8,576 |
| Insurance | N/A | N/A | $8,329 |
| Maintenance | N/A | N/A | $5,032 |
| Repairs | N/A | N/A | $1,803 |
| Opportunity Costs | N/A | N/A | $764 |
| Total Cost | N/A | N/A | $57,146 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Chest | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Torso | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Torso | marginal | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Side | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | acceptable | acceptable | N/A |
| Roof Strength | marginal | good | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | N/A |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | N/A |
| Restraints | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Dynamic Rating | acceptable | good | N/A |
