2026 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2026 Ford Ranger
Too close to call: Ford Ranger 77.9 vs Chevrolet Silverado 77.7 with these weights. The Chevrolet Silverado is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips.
2026 Chevrolet Silverado
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado is sold in the U.S. as an electric, gas and diesel large pickup truck with 31 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, …
2026 Ford Ranger
The 2026 Ford Ranger is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Ranger 2WD, is EPA-rated a…
2026 Ford Ranger
Toss-upToo close to call: Ford Ranger 77.9 vs Chevrolet Silverado 77.7 with these weights. The Chevrolet Silverado is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2026 Ford Rangeroverall 77.9 | 2026 Chevrolet Silveradooverall 77.7 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 90.9 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 36.2 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 76 | 36.6 | |||||||||||||||
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 | |||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 77.9 | 77.7 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
Chevrolet Silverado: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Ford Ranger: base trim Ranger XL 4X2 · Chevrolet Silverado: base trim WT 4WD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Ford Ranger wins
- It lists 15 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (9 against 134 filed with NHTSA).
- It starts $3,350 lower ($33,550 against $36,900 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado answers
- It is rated 70 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $2,900).
What they share
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
- A 5-year powertrain warranty.
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
14 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $33,550 | $36,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | 2.3L EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop Technology | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | 10 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 43.5 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Weights | ||
| Payload capacity | 1,767 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electronic Power-Assist Steering (EPAS) | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | — |
| Wheel material | steel | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 255/70 R17 A/T | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 18 gal | — |
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
60 features · differences first, then sharedSafety19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support) | std | — |
| Airbags - Front, Driver and Passenger | std | — |
| Airbags - Safety Canopy® Side Curtains | std | — |
| Digital Rear View Camera | std | — |
| Lane-Keeping System (Lane-Keeping Aid, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert System) | std | — |
| Trailer Sway Control | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlamps | std | — |
| Belt-Minder® (Safety Belt Reminder) | std | — |
| Brakes - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) | std | — |
| Child Seat Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Child-Proof Rear-Door-Locks | std | — |
| Ford Co-Pilot360® Technology | opt | — |
| Front Parking Sensors | opt | — |
| Perimeter Anti-Theft Alarm | std | — |
| Post-Collision Braking | std | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | opt | — |
| Trail Control™ | opt | — |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
Infotainment9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| 10" Center Display | std | — |
| 12" Center Display | opt | — |
| 8" Cluster Display | std | — |
| 911 Assist® | std | — |
| AM/FM Stereo Radio with 6 Audio Speakers | std | — |
| AppLink® | std | — |
| Ford® App | std | — |
| SYNC® 4A with Enhanced Voice Recognition | std | — |
| USB Ports - A and C | std | — |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Pro Power Onboard™ – 400 W | opt | — |
| Remote Keyless Entry System | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Air Conditioning, Single Zone | std | — |
Seating3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats - Front - Cloth Bucket | std | — |
| Seats - Front - Cloth Bucket, 8-Way Manual Adjustable Driver/6-Way Manual Adjustable Passenger | std | — |
| Seats – Rear – Fold Flat Outboard Bench Seats with Armrest and Under Seat Storage | std | — |
Interior3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Black Vinyl Floor Covering | std | — |
| Rearview Mirror, Day/Night | std | — |
| Steering Wheel, Manual Tilt/Telescoping | std | — |
Exterior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| 17" Black Painted Steel Wheels | std | — |
| 255/70 R17 A/T Tires | std | — |
| Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) - Configurable | std | — |
| Exhaust - Single - Rear | std | — |
| Fixed Rear Window with Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Fog Lamps - Halogen | std | — |
| Grille - Black with Black Center Bar and Surround (XL) | std | — |
| LED Reflector Headlamps | std | — |
| STX Appearance Package | std | — |
| Tailgate - Power Locking | std | — |
Powertrain8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost® Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology | std | — |
| 4x2 Drivetrain | std | — |
| 4x4 Drivetrain | opt | — |
| Electronic 10-Speed Automatic Transmission | std | — |
| Electronic-Locking Rear Differential | opt | — |
| Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) (4x4 Only) | opt | — |
| Fuel Tank - 18 Gallon | std | — |
| FX4® Off-Road Package | opt | — |
Chassis2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Fully-Boxed, High-Strength Steel Frame | std | — |
| Springs, Rear - Leaf (XL/XLT/Lariat) | std | — |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer Tow Package | opt | — |
| Integrated Trailer Brake Controller | opt | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFord Ranger
Top recalls
- critical Electrical System 26V238000 · 140,201 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Equipment 26V605000 · 11,405 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V548000 · 10,001 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V343000 · 1,536 vehicles
- high Seats 26V268000 · 179,698 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
Chevrolet Silverado
Top recalls
- critical Electrical System 26V494000 · 11 vehicles
- critical Power Train 26V289000 · 66 vehicles
- high Wheels 26V496000 · 952 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- minor Equipment 25V815000 · 3,408 vehicles
- minor Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 25V594000 · 1,191 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Ford RangerRanger XL 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $33,550 (base trim) | $36,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $33,550 – $57,270 7 trims | $36,900 – $71,800 13 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | BEV, GAS, Diesel |
| EPA configuration compared | Ranger 2WD | Silverado EV Ext Range WT |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 23 | 70 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,900 | $1,100 |
| EV range | — | 424 mi |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Ford Ranger or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
Too close to call: Ford Ranger 77.9 vs Chevrolet Silverado 77.7 with these weights. The Chevrolet Silverado is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Ford Ranger scores 77.9 and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 77.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Ford Ranger or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
The 2026 Ford Ranger starts lower — $33,550 against $36,900, a gap of $3,350 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Ford Ranger or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
2026 Ford Ranger: 4 NHTSA stars, grade F, 8 recalls (3 filed with no repair available). 2026 Chevrolet Silverado: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 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 2026 Ford Ranger and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
Where the 2026 Ford Ranger wins: it lists 15 standard driver-assist features against 0, has drawn fewer owner complaints (9 against 134 filed with NHTSA), and starts $3,350 lower ($33,550 against $36,900 base MSRP). Where the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado answers: it is rated 70 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $2,900). What they share: a 3-year basic warranty, 36,000-mile basic coverage, and a 5-year powertrain warranty.