2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 MPG
EPA ratings for the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 run from 14–24 mpg in town to 17–29 on the highway, or 15–26 combined, depending on which of its 25 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 3.0-liter turbo 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. At the other end, the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive manages 15 mpg combined, 11 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2022 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 2WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | Diesel · 396 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | Diesel · 425 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | Diesel · 423 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 23 | 22 | Diesel · 463 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Regular · 446 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 21 | 20 | Regular · 453 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 478 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 478 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 462 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 459 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 · 496 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 18 | Regular · 500 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 524 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 524 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 523 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 522 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | Regular · 535 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 17 | Premium · 513 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 18 | 17 | Regular · 512 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | Premium · 567 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 552 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 17 | 16 | Regular · 564 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 553 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD ZR2 | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Premium · 585 g CO₂/mi |
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 costs about $3,270 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (20 mpg combined), or roughly 22 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (16 mpg combined) comes to about $4,080 a year, $820 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 specs
The EPA lists 4 engine choices for the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500: 5.3 L 8-cyl, 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo and 6.2 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Standard Pickup Trucks" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L | 8 | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 13 |
| 2.7 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 5 |
| 3.0 L turbo | 6 | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 6.2 L | 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 389 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Engine is the most-reported area (27% of component mentions), followed by power train (19%) and electrical system (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 96 complaints a year: fewer than the 2022 (128 a year) and about as many as the 2024 (103 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Chevy Silverado 1500 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 389, 8 mention a crash, 6 a fire and 2 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 152 | 27% |
| Power train | 107 | 19% |
| Electrical system | 63 | 11% |
| Unknown or other | 46 | 8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 33 | 6% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 29 | 5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 26 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 18 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 3% |
| Exterior lighting | 12 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 9 | 2% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 7 | 1% |
| Steering | 7 | 1% |
| Structure | 7 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 4 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Suspension | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Air bags | 1 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I have received a voluntary recall notice on my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado. The recall states that the vehicle may have a condition which can cause the Fuel Pump power control module to fail. …
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle failed to decelerate properly while the brake pedal was depressed. The brake pedal was firm. …
Had a vehicle update for my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado and now my Onstar Module is toast and no longer under warranty bc I have 37,000 miles. Many reports of this happening to 2023 models but no recalls for this. …
2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 recalls
The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 25V274000 from April 2025, concerns engine and engine cooling.
24V674000 · September 12, 2024 · Hydraulic service brakes
Problem: The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Silverado 1500 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V274000 | April 24, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling | 2021–2024 |
| 22V903000 | December 8, 2022 | Exterior lighting | 2022–2023 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/RC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/CC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Chevy Silverado 1500s can be compared fairly. Among other 2023 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2023 Ram 1500 (24 mpg) and 2023 Ford F-150 (22 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 27 | 747 | 106 | 12 |
| 2021 | 27 | 848 | 140 | 8 |
| 2022 | 26 | 650 | 128 | 6 |
| 2023 | 26 | 389 | 96 | 3 |
| 2024 | 26 | 317 | 103 | 2 |
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Silverado 1500 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 has 96 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2023 Silverado 1500 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (152), power train (107) and electrical system (63). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2023 Silverado 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Silverado 1500 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 15–26 mpg combined (14–24 city, 17–29 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Silverado 1500 per year?
About $3,270 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $4,080 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).