2026 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2026 Toyota Tundra
Too close to call: Chevrolet Silverado 81.3 vs Toyota Tundra 80.9 with these weights. The Toyota Tundra is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 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 Toyota Tundra
The 2026 Toyota Tundra is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tundra Hybri…
2026 Chevrolet Silverado
Toss-upToo close to call: Chevrolet Silverado 81.3 vs Toyota Tundra 80.9 with these weights. The Toyota Tundra is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2026 Toyota Tundraoverall 80.9 | 2026 Chevrolet Silveradooverall 81.3 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 89.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 34.5 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 97.8 | 39.3 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 80.9 | 81.3 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
Chevrolet Silverado: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Toyota Tundra: base trim SR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 · Chevrolet Silverado: base trim WT 4WD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado wins
- It is rated 70 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,050).
- It starts $4,360 lower ($36,900 against $41,260 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 Toyota Tundra answers
- It lists 15 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (36 against 126 filed with NHTSA).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
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
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $41,260 | $36,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | — |
| Engine displacement | 3,445 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.4-liter aluminum block V6 twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve with Dual VVT-i | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 389 hp | — |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.31 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in | — |
| Overall height | 78 in | — |
| Overall length | 234 in | — |
| Overall width | 80.2 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 146 in | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 41 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 38.5 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.2 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 33.3 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5,215 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5,095 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 7,375 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,940 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar and twin-tube shock absorbers | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with coil springs and outboard-mounted twin-tube shock absorbers | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electronic Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 24.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 353 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | epb | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | steel | — |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P245/75R18 | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 32.2 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 65 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 63.4 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
52 features · differences first, then sharedSafety15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Backup camera with projected path | std | — |
| Trailer Sway Control (TSC) | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks (and power window lockout control) | std | — |
| Drive-Start Control (DSC) | std | — |
| Driver and front (active) passenger headrests | std | — |
| Eight total airbags, including driver and passenger side, knee and curtain airbags | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on all outboard second-row rear seats | std | — |
| Parking Support Brake (PKSB) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes [Enhanced] Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Traction Control [(TRAC)] | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5): Automatic High Beams (AHB) | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5): Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) | std | — |
Infotainment5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Connect — Automatic Collision Notification | std | — |
| Safety Connect — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect | std | — |
| Safety Connect — Roadside Assistance | std | — |
| 8-in. Touchscreen Audio Multimedia with 6/9* Speaker Audio System | std | — |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Push Button Start; remote keyless entry with lock, unlock, panic and tailgate release functions, and remote illuminated entry | std | — |
| # of USB Ports (Front + Rear) | std | — |
| Front 12V auxiliary power outlet | std | — |
| Front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | std | — |
| Power windows with one-touch auto up/down and jam protection | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Rear seat center-console air vents (CrewMax models only) | std | — |
| Single zone automatic climate control with air filtration | std | — |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split, folding rear seat | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed 4-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats | std | — |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Combination meter with analog gauges and 4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display (MID) with fuel economy, driver assist, vehicle/trip information, and warning messages | std | — |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | std | — |
| Fixed center console with gated shift lever, driving controls, center storage bin, and illuminated front tray | std | — |
| Polyurethane steering wheel with phone, audio, display/infotainment, and driving assist controls | std | — |
| Manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
| Cab-mounted LED Cargo Light | std | — |
| Overhead console with rear window control, sunglasses storage and Safety Connect® | std | — |
Exterior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic laminated windshield | std | — |
| Easy lower and lift tailgate | std | — |
| Engine and body undercovers | std | — |
| High-strength steel cab with aluminum hood and front door panels | std | — |
| LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and manual leveling adjustment | std | — |
| LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and manual leveling adjustment | std | — |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| Power heated sideview mirrors | std | — |
| Power horizontal rear window with defogger and privacy glass (Double cab models only) | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| High-strength boxed-steel frame with hydraulic cab mounts | std | — |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Towing hitch receiver | opt | — |
| 7-/4-pin trailer connector | opt | — |
| Aluminum-reinforced composite bed | std | — |
| Back panel rear seat storage compartments | std | — |
| Deck rail header | std | — |
| Rear under-seat storage box with removable and adjustable partitions | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Tundra
Top recalls
- minor Equipment 26V433000 · 1 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 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| Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | Chevrolet SilveradoWT 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $41,260 (base trim) | $36,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $41,260 – $80,800 32 trims | $36,900 – $71,800 13 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | BEV, GAS, Diesel |
| EPA configuration compared | Tundra Hybrid 2WD | Silverado EV Ext Range WT |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 22 | 70 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,050 | $1,100 |
| EV range | — | 424 mi |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Toyota Tundra or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
Too close to call: Chevrolet Silverado 81.3 vs Toyota Tundra 80.9 with these weights. The Toyota Tundra is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado scores 81.3 and the 2026 Toyota Tundra 80.9. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Toyota Tundra or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado starts lower — $36,900 against $41,260, a gap of $4,360 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Toyota Tundra or the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
2026 Toyota Tundra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 2 recalls. 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 Toyota Tundra and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?
Where the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado wins: it is rated 70 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $1,950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,050), and starts $4,360 lower ($36,900 against $41,260 base MSRP). Where the 2026 Toyota Tundra answers: it lists 15 standard driver-assist features against 0 and has drawn fewer owner complaints (36 against 126 filed with NHTSA). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars, a 3-year basic warranty, and 36,000-mile basic coverage.