Head-to-head
2025 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2025 Honda Ridgeline
The Chevrolet Silverado wins clearly, 92.6 to 71.7, on fuel & range, performance. The Honda Ridgeline is ahead on safety.
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2025 Chevrolet Silverado
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado is sold in the U.S. as an electric, gas and diesel large pickup truck with 33 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, …
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The 2025 Honda Ridgeline is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Ridgeline AWD, is EPA-…
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Verdict · default weights
2025 Chevrolet Silverado
Clear winThe Chevrolet Silverado wins clearly, 92.6 to 71.7, on fuel & range, performance. The Honda Ridgeline is ahead on safety.
Fuel & range 2025 Chevrolet Silverado leads by 67.1
Safety 2025 Honda Ridgeline leads by 11.7
Performance 2025 Chevrolet Silverado leads by 17.1
| Category · weight | 2025 Honda Ridgelineoverall 71.7 | 2025 Chevrolet Silveradooverall 92.6 | |||||||||||||||
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| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 32.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 95.1 | 83.4 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 82.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 71.7 | 92.6 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 3 of 7 categories compared
Honda Ridgeline: base trim Sport AWD · Chevrolet Silverado: base trim Work Truck 2WD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado wins
- It is rated 70 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $2,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,200).
- It turns out 430 lb-ft of torque against 262.
Where the 2025 Honda Ridgeline answers
- It lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 5.
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 122 filed with NHTSA).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- A Safety Signal of 87.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
47 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 3,471 cc | 2,700 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L V6 SOHC i-VTEC 24-Valve | 2.7L Turbo DOHC VVT DI with Active Fuel Management |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | SOHC | Dual-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | 430 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.33 | 3.42 |
| Transmission speeds | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | 7.8 in |
| Overall height | 70.8 in | 75.7 in |
| Overall length | 210 in | 211 in |
| Overall width | 78.6 in | 81.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 125 in | 127 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.9 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 110 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 43.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | 44.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.7 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,420 lbs | 4,500 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,420 lbs | 4,410 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6,019 lbs | 6,800 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1,583 lbs | 2,260 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.7 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 330 mm | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | steel |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 245/60R18 105H | P255/70R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.5 gal | 28.3 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 62 in | 66 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.5 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
105 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Advanced Front Airbags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Multi View Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| SmartVent® Front Side Airbags | std | — |
| Downhill Brake Control | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) | std | — |
| Cruise Control standard on Work Truck trim | — | std |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | std | — |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat-Belt Reminder | std | — |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Security System with Remote Entry | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| Vented front and rear DuralifeTM brake rotors | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | std | std |
| Four-wheel disc with electro-hydraulic power assist and ABS | std | std |
Infotainment13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| 215-Watt Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer | std | — |
| 7-Inch Meter Display | std | — |
| 9-Inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| HondaLink® | std | — |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | std | — |
| USB-A 2.5A Data Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) | std | — |
Convenience9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Key Fob Activated Remote Engine Start | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Door and Tailgate Locks | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up / Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Window | std | — |
| Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | std | — |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® | std | — |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front & 2nd Row) | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | std | — |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | std | — |
| 60 / 40 Split Lift-Up Rear Seat with Underseat Storage | std | — |
Interior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| Beverage Holders (Front and Rear) | std | — |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seatback Pockets | std | — |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | std | — |
| Lockable Glove Compartment | std | — |
| Multi-Functional Center Console Storage | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | std | — |
| Floor Mats | std | — |
| Sliding Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
Exterior13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| All-Season Tires: 245 / 60 R18 105H | std | — |
| Compact Spare Tire: T165 / 90 R17 105M | std | — |
| Dual Chrome Exhaust Finisher | std | — |
| Dual-Action Tailgate | std | — |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | std | — |
| LED Brake Lights | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | std | — |
| LED Low-Beam Headlights with Auto-On / Off | std | — |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Truck-Bed Lights | std | — |
| Wheels: 18 in Shark Gray Alloys / 18 in Pewter Gray Machine-Finished Alloys / TrailSport 18 in Pewter Gray Alloys / 18 in Berlina Black Alloys | std | — |
| Rear Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | std | — |
Powertrain19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD System | std | — |
| Intelligent Traction Management | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) | std | — |
| CARB Emissions Rating: LEV3-ULEV70 | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Displacement (cc): 3,471 | std | — |
| Eco Assist™ System | std | — |
| Engine Type: V6 | std | — |
| EPA MPG Ratings* (City / Hwy / Combined) | std | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal): 19.5 | std | — |
| Heavy-Duty Transmission Cooler | std | — |
| High-Capacity Radiator with High-Power Fans (2) | std | — |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm): 280 @ 6,000 | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
| Recommended Fuel: Regular Unleaded | std | — |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 262 @ 4,700 | std | — |
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | std | — |
Chassis6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering | — | std |
| Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.): 12.6 / 13.0 | std | — |
| Unit-Body Construction | std | — |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Class III Trailer Hitch with 7-Pin Connector | std | — |
| Heavy-Duty Truck Bed Tie-Down Cleats (8) | std | — |
| In-Bed Trunk® | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda Ridgeline
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 105 · 2 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (30), Exterior Lighting (28), Engine (27)
Top recalls
- high Air Bags 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 24V321000 · 187,290 vehicles
Chevrolet Silverado
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 122 · 4 crashes · 4 fires
Most complained about Engine (58), Electrical System (32), Power Train (21)
Top recalls
- high Air Bags 24V738000 · 25 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 24V937000 · 46 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Chevrolet SilveradoWork Truck 2WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 4 trims | — 15 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | BEV, GAS, Diesel |
| EPA configuration compared | Ridgeline AWD | Silverado EV 5WT (11 kW Charger) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 21 | 70 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,200 | $1,100 |
| EV range | — | 422 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Honda Ridgeline or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
The Chevrolet Silverado wins clearly, 92.6 to 71.7, on fuel & range, performance. The Honda Ridgeline is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado scores 92.6 and the 2025 Honda Ridgeline 71.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Honda Ridgeline or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
2025 Honda Ridgeline: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. 2025 Chevrolet Silverado: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Honda Ridgeline and the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
Where the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado wins: it is rated 70 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $2,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,200), and turns out 430 lb-ft of torque against 262. Where the 2025 Honda Ridgeline answers: it lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 5 and has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 122 filed with NHTSA). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and a Safety Signal of 87.