2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 MPG
EPA ratings for the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 run from 14–23 mpg in town to 17–29 on the highway, or 15–26 combined, depending on which of its 29 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. The thirstiest version uses the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive and is rated 15 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2023 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 2WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 29 | 26 | Diesel · 397 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 | 27 | 24 | Diesel · 416 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 24 | 23 | Diesel · 450 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 Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 23 | 22 | Diesel · 471 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD ZR2 | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 22 | 21 | Diesel · 484 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22 | 20 | Regular · 453 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 470 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 468 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 | 21 | 18 | Regular · 490 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular · 489 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 19 | 18 | Regular · 506 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 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 | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium · 527 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 | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 517 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 17 | 17 | Regular · 534 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 546 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 546 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 546 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 545 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 545 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 17 | 16 | Regular · 542 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Premium · 590 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD ZR2 | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Premium · 591 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 577 g CO₂/mi |
2024 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 2024 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 (15 mpg combined) comes to about $4,360 a year, $1,090 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.
2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 specs
2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 buyers could choose between 4 engines, according to EPA records: 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. The EPA classes it as a standard pickup truck.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L | 8 | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2.7 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 3.0 L turbo | 6 | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 6.2 L | 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 problems
Owners have filed 317 complaints about the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (33% of component mentions), followed by power train (22%) and electrical system (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 103 complaints a year: about as many as the 2023 (96 a year).
That ranks 6th of 17 Chevy Silverado 1500 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 317, 8 mention a crash and 2 an injury, and none report a fire.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 148 | 33% |
| Power train | 96 | 22% |
| Electrical system | 42 | 9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 22 | 5% |
| Unknown or other | 22 | 5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 20 | 4% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 18 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 3% |
| Steering | 11 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 9 | 2% |
| Structure | 8 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 5 | 1% |
| Lane departure | 5 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | <1% |
| Suspension | 3 | <1% |
| Air bags | 2 | <1% |
| Seats | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
While traveling down the road at approximately 65 mph, I lost all power to the truck while towing an empty 3500lb trailer. I was unable to restart vehicle and had to have it towed to a dealership at my expense.
Conditions: Night, Raining, apx 50*F. Traveling on the highway apx 70 MPH with a loaded 18ft enclosed trailer (within the advertised towing limits of the truck). I accelerated to pass a tractor trailer. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power. The message “Shift to Neutral and Press the Start Button” was displayed. …
2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500.
The most recent, campaign 25V274000 from April 2025, concerns engine and engine cooling.
24V626000 · August 21, 2024 · Trailer hitches
Problem: The rear bumper mounting bracket may not be sufficient for towing, which can allow the towed trailer to detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A trailer that detaches from a vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: OEM will replace the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Silverado 1500 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V274000 | April 24, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling | 2021–2024 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/RC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 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 2024 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2024 Ford F-150 (21 mpg) and 2024 Ram 1500 (20 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2024 Silverado 1500 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 has 103 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (6th most of 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2024 Silverado 1500 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (148), power train (96) and electrical system (42). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2024 Silverado 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 2 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 2024 Silverado 1500 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 15–26 mpg combined (14–23 city, 17–29 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Silverado 1500 per year?
About $3,270 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $4,360 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).