The 2022 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 compete for your hard-earned dollars with strong engine options, a wide variety of body styles, and work-friendly technology. Which light-duty truck best meets your needs? Our comparison guide takes a look.
Starting MSRP: 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
With its slightly lower starting price, the Silverado 1500 may appeal to your budget. Chevy’s light-duty truck starts at $30,400. The entry-level Ford F-150 is similarly equipped, but it costs a little more, with an MSRP of $31,520.
Strongest Ride: 2022 Ford F-150
Not only does the F-150 offer more horsepower — via its PowerBoost hybrid powertrain — but it also tows and hauls more than the Silverado. Depending on body style and equipment, the F-150 can tow max loads of 14,000 pounds, which means it can handle a bigger camper than its Silverado counterpart. When it comes to hauling heavy payloads, the F-150 can also move much more weight, with a cap of 3,325 pounds.
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s tow and haul ratings also vary according to body style, powertrain, and equipment. In its strongest form, the Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds. And Silverado 1500 drivers can haul up to 2,250 pounds, far less than the F-150 can manage.
Street-Smart Technology: 2022 Ford F-150
In the full-size truck segment, the F-150 tends to lead the way when it comes to innovative new features. For instance, it was the first pickup to introduce technology that helps you back a trailer in the desired direction, the Pro Trailer Backup Assist system. And it was also the first truck to roll out hands-free driving (on pre-mapped highways) with its BlueCruise system. The F-150 also meets your electricity needs with its Pro Power Onboard station, a generator that lets you use your power tools or charge your camping accessories from anywhere. The F-150 is also available with a tailgate workstation and an interior work surface, which make it easier to cut materials or set up your laptop, respectively.
The new Silverado 1500 also offers hands-free driving with the Super Cruise system, available on the top-trim High Country trim model. Like the F-150, the Silverado 1500 offers a range of safety aids, like forward collision mitigation and lane keeping assist, designed to help you avoid trouble. And the Advanced Trailering System can help you monitor your towing performance. But the Silverado still lacks the F-150’s electrical generator and optional work surfaces, among other work-friendly innovations.
Modern Comfort: It’s a Tie!
Both the F-150 and the Silverado 1500 offer the same cabin options: regular, extended, and crew. Depending on how you configure yours, these trucks seat two, three, five, or six passengers, giving you a lot of leeway to create the perfect pickup.
And these all-American pickups are each available as a variety of trim models, leaving you to select the level of luxury you wish to purchase. On the higher end of the spectrum, you’ll find very classy features, like leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and premium sound systems.
The Best Truck for the Job
The 2022 Chevy Silverado may have a slightly lower starting price, but the Ford F-150 is really the best truck for anyone in need of a truly powerful performance. Ford’s best selling truck also offers innovative tech features for a better experience, on-road and off. And you can count on this all-American truck for rich interior comfort as well!