2018 Chevrolet Silverado vs Ford F150

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Battle of the Truck Titans

If you’re looking at purchasing or leasing a full-size truck, then there’s a good chance that Silverado and F-150 are at the top of your list. After all, these two trucks have consistently ranked as the best sellers in the segment for decades. That’s not by accident, either. Both the Silverado and F-150 provide outstanding power, towing, and payload capacity.

You might wondering, however, which truck is the right one for you. Well, Scott Chevrolet has done the homework for you and compared the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado and the 2018 Ford F-150 head to head. This information will help you make an informed decision on which truck meets your lifestyle and needs.

A SMART INVESTMENT

2017 Chevy Silverado awarded “Best Resale Value Full Size Pickup” by Kelley Blue Book

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Interior Comparison

Both the 2018 Silverado and 2018 F-150 perform well in this category. Chevy’s model offers over 42 inches of front row head room and 45 inches of front row legroom in Crew Cab configurations. The 2018 F-150 also provides a good amount of spaciousness in comparable configurations. As far as interior features go, the 2018 Silverado edges out Ford’s F-150 model due to the level of standard equipment on base models. You get backup camera, Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto no matter which trim level you choose on the 2018 Silverado. If you want Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with F-150, you’re going to have to pay more by opting for a higher trim level.

Another advantage for the 2018 Silverado is the inclusion of OnStar. This feature provides emergency assistance, truck diagnostics, and live directions. In light of all this, we’re giving the interior nod to the 2018 Silverado.

THE AWARDS KEEP STACKING UP

2017 Chevy Silverado named “Most Dependable Large Heavy Duty Pickup Three Years in a Row” by J.D. Power & Associates

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Exterior Comparison

This category really boils down to two elements: personal style preferences and a litany of body configurations. What appeals to one consumer may not be to another’s liking. So, to try and determine if the 2018 Silverado or 2018 F-150 holds an advantage in the “looks category” is a pointless endeavor.

In regards to exterior dimensions, both the Silverado and F-150 are available in a wide variety of body styles with differing dimensions. Both trucks are available in four door crew cab, extended cab, and single cab configurations, and they offer short, standard and long bed setups.

What does all this mean?

It’s simple: neither truck holds a distinct advantage over the other in the exterior department.

THE AWARDS KEEP STACKING UP

2017 Chevy Silverado “5 Year Cost to Own” Award Winner (Full Size Pickup) Regular Cab

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Technology Comparison

The 2018 Chevy Silverado is a clear winner over the 2018 Ford F-150 due to the availability of safety technology. Chevrolet has made driver assistance tech a priority with all their vehicles over the years, and the 2018 Silverado comes with a boat load of these features. Safety tech like Forward Collision Alert, Front/Rear Park Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking, OnStar, and Teen Driver are either standard or available on the 2018 Chevy Silverado. It’s important to note that while the 2018 Ford F-150 shares many of these features, it doesn’t offer OnStar or Teen Driver on any trim level of the truck.

PARTY LIKE IT’S 1999

The Chevy Silverado made its debut (replacing the C/K truck) in 1999

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Performance Comparison

The 2018 Ford F-150 earns good marks in the fuel efficiency department due its lightweight aluminum architecture. The 2018 Chevrolet Silverado, however, counters this advantage with its 12,500 lb. max trailering rating which tops the segment for crew cab models. Both vehicles also come with state of the art trailering technology with features like trailer sway control and trailer brake control.

HYBRID TRUCK TECHNOLOGY

The 2018 Silverado offers a “mild hybrid” engine option known as E-Assist.

2018 Chevrolet Silverado versus 2018 Ford F-150: Who Wins?

In the final analysis, we’re recommending the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado over the 2018 Ford F-150. The trucks match up equally in many ways, but F-150 falls a bit short in the safety technology department. It would be disingenuous to outright call the 2018 F-150 an inferior option compared to Silverado. Ford’s full-size pickup performs well and has built an incredibly loyal ownership base over the years. We just feel like all things being equal, Silverado offers a bit more value for the money.

2018 Chevy Silverado for sale in Allentown, PA

If you’d like to experience a 2018 Silverado for yourself, now is a great time to visit Scott Chevrolet for a test drive. We have a wide variety of 2018 Silverado trims and body styles available for shoppers in the Bethlehem and Emmaus areas of Pennsylvania. Stop by our Chevrolet dealership located at 3333 Lehigh St, Allentown, PA 18103 and save when you buy or lease Silverado.