Chevrolet Silverado first generation

The Chevrolet Silverado first generation (1999–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 34 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: GMT800 · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 2,029 mm |
| Height | 1,892 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
15,084 complaints for model years 1999–2007. 1,022 crashes · 247 fires · 655 injuries · 36 deaths
- Brakes 6,302
- Electrical system 1,563
- Airbags 951
- Engine 552
- Transmission and drivetrain 481
- Steering 425
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 34 versions of the Chevrolet Silverado first generation
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United States 26 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2009CLKUP | 4.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–17 MPG (13.8–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–368 g/km |
| 1999–2009CLKUP | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 345–394 g/km |
| 1999–2008CLKUP | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–17 MPG (13.8–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–368 g/km |
| 1999–2008CLKUP | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 11–15 MPG (15.7–21.4 L/100 km) EPA | 368–502 g/km |
| 1999–2007SIL | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1999–2007CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 345–394 g/km |
| 1999–2007CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1999–2007SIL | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 345–394 g/km |
| 1999–2007CLKUP | 4.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 2004–2007CLKUP | 5.3 L | Hybrid | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 2004–2007CLKUP | 5.3 L | Hybrid | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2007420-540, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2005–2007FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP · 440-580, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2007470-610, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2007440-580, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2003–2007CLKUP | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 13–15 MPG (15.7–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 368–425 g/km |
| 1999–2006SIL | 4.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1999–2006SIL | 4.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 2003–2006FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 2005CLKUP | 6.0 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 9 MPG (26.1 L/100 km) EPA | 485 g/km |
| 2005CLKUP | 6.0 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 9 MPG (26.1 L/100 km) EPA | 485 g/km |
| 2003–2004FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2003–20042MODE | 6.0 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 10 MPG (23.5 L/100 km) EPA | 437–552 g/km |
| 2000–2003CLKUP · LM7, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2002–2003CLKUP · LM7, CLKUP | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2002FFS | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | – | 11 MPG (21.4 L/100 km) EPA | 502 g/km |
Canada 8 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2008Pickup truck: Standard | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.6–19.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 313–437 g/km |
| 2000–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 13.9–17.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 320–400 g/km |
| 2000–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.9–17.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 320–396 g/km |
| 2000–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 4.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.2–16.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 327–384 g/km |
| 2004–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 5.3 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 4-speed automatic | 18.7–21.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 299–350 g/km |
| 2000–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 15.3–22.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 352–524 g/km |
| 2000–2006Pickup truck: Standard | 4.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 14.2–18.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 327–428 g/km |
| 2002Pickup truck: Standard | 6.0 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | 20.5–21.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 387–406 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





