The Chevy Silverado 1500 is completely new for 2019. It’s bigger, with more towing and payload capacity, an upgrade over the previous generation. We examined good and bad reviews from three major consumer authorities. Then, we looked at the owner’s comments collected from various sources. Below are some of their conclusions about the 2019 Silverado. We hope this combined review can give used truck buyers a clue as to whether to consider the Silverado or pass.
Consumer reports:
Very nice: Interior space, new deeper bed, eight-speed automatic connected to a 5.3-liter V8.
Lowest: Up, step high.
“Chevrolet has upgraded the Silverado 1500, with increased payload and towing capacity, plus a deeper bed than the previous model. But the redesign doesn’t match the luxury cabin or ride comfort of some competitors.
“The Silverado’s biggest change is in the powertrain. Its 5.3-liter V8 engine can now be paired with a new eight-speed automatic transmission. This combination provides better throttle response and faster acceleration, answering one of our main criticisms of the previous generation being dull and flat. A new eight-speed automatic transmission and a loss of about 300 pounds helped the Silverado reach 17 mpg overall, a 1 mpg increase over the previous truck.
What the owners have to say about the Silverado 2019:
Owners report that they like the Silverado’s exterior styling, interior design, driving dynamics, visibility and safety, as well as storage and space. The most disliked of the previous generation Silverado is the engine/transmission, seats, climate control system, infotainment system, and fuel economy.
JD Strengths:
“While recent truck redesigns have resulted in marked improvements in refinement, Chevy has opted to stick with hard, glossy plastics more in the cab. It would have been fine, were it not for the $57,000 price tag of the JD Power-tested LT Trail Boss.
“The new Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system features impressive graphics, a useful design and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection technology. Good thing Apple CarPlay is on board as the test vehicle doesn’t come with an embedded navigation system. It is only offered with LTZ or High Country trim.
“Providing motivational power, Chevy’s new 5.3-liter V8 produces 355 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 383 lb.-ft. torque at 4,100 rpm. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and can tow up to £9,500. The maximum towing for the new Silverado is 12,200 pounds, depending on how the truck is equipped.
“Acceleration has proven to be strong and tough apart from the sometimes harsh driveline crashes when climbing from lower gears. It ships seamlessly into the Autotrac push-button 2-speed automatic transfer box.
“However, other trucks have a larger tow rating, provide greater payload capacity, and have a more luxurious cabin. Value is also a challenge with the new Silverado, given the short trial period for OnStar and the lack of equipment one would expect at the price of the LT Trail Boss test truck.
Edmunds 2019 Silverado Review:
excess
Several powertrains are available for various towing/hauling needs.
The longer cab provides excellent rear legroom.
Many fastening points on the bed and large bed capacity.
The new touch screen display is attractive and easy to use
Counter
Interior design and cabin controls seem old compared to its rivals.
The extra-large center stack takes up a lot of cabin space.
The quality of some of the cabin materials is subpar.
Edmunds scores are based on road tests, specifications, comparisons and owner surveys.
| Overall: 7.2/10 | |
| Driving: 7.5 | |
| Comfort: 7.0 | |
| Inner: 7.0 | |
| Utility: 8.0 | |
| Technology: 7.5 |
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