Is the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 different from the 2023 Silverado 1500? Our comparison guide helps you decide whether you need the newest version of Chevy’s full-size, light-duty truck or if last year’s model will suit you just fine! Let’s get going.
Key Takeaways
- Compared to the 2023 truck, the 2024 Silverado adds a handful of options to its roster.
- Both trucks offer four powerful engine options, including Chevy’s infamous 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8!
- These trucks offer the same list of trim models: Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, ZR2, LTZ, and High Country.
- With only a $500 difference between model years, both trucks give you a great deal on a strong, capable ride.
New Features
Not only does the latest Silverado 1500 come standard with more features — namely, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and OnStar connectivity — but it also introduces a variety of appearance options. Also, the Silverado’s peppy turbocharged base engine is now called the TurboMax (if otherwise unchanged).
The 2024 Silverado 1500 looks better than ever, with new appearance packages and exterior color options. This new truck offers two new metallic paint options: Lakeshore Blue and Slate Gray. There’s also a new Blackout package that’s available for the Custom, Custom Trail Boss, RST, and LT Trail Boss. Like the name suggests, the package gives your truck the Batmobile treatment, with blacked-out exterior trim and wheels. The Silverado’s luxurious High Country trim is now available with a Midnight Edition package, with similar blacked-out aesthetics, plus blacked-out performance upgrades, including a black skid plate and hood vent.
You can also make your truck sound cooler, because the Silverado’s powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine now comes standard with an active exhaust that sounds off in Sport mode. Speaking of power, the off-road-ready Silverado ZR2 is now available with the turbo diesel engine. And that makes it the only trim that’s available with both the top-tier 6.2-liter V8 and torque-heavy turbodiesel engine.
When the 2023 Silverado 1500 debuted, it introduced a newly powerful turbo diesel engine option, boosting output by 28 horsepower and 35 pound-feet of torque. Its total output is now 305 horses and 495 pound-feet of torque in both the 2023 and 2024 Silverado trucks!
Powertrain Options & Performance
These Silverado model years supply massive power via four engine options, with availability depending on trim level. The entry-level TurboMax engine (so-named in 2024, though it hasn’t changed since 2023) pumps 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque into your drive.
These trucks' engine options cater to your performance priorities. You can enhance towing and hauling capabilities by upgrading your ride with either of the powerful V8s. The available turbodiesel engine balances fuel economy with tow-friendly torque, helping your Silverado 1500 earn up to 26 mpg combined (23 city/29 highway).
The entry-level TurboMax engine comes standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission, but all other engine options are paired with a 10-speed automatic. To improve off-roading capabilities, four-wheel drive is widely available across the Silverado lineup. Here’s a quick look at each engine’s output:
- TurboMax 2.7L four-cylinder engine (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque)
- 5.3L V8 (355 hp, 383 lb-ft)
- 6.2L V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft)
- Turbo 3.0L six-cylinder diesel engine (305 hp, 495 lb-ft)
Trim Levels & Equipment
There’s a little something for everyone here! No matter which model year you test-drive, you’ll enjoy the same wide range of Silverado 1500 trim models: Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, ZR2, LTZ, and High Country.
The entry-level Work Truck (WT) is for those who want a fabulous deal on a hardy workhorse. The Custom and LT add increasing levels of comfort and convenience, and the Trail Boss versions of each add to their respective lineups with trail-friendly upgrades.
Moving up the list of trims means more features, but it also means more power. The RST and up are available with the top-tier 6.2-liter V8 engine, and the RST itself features unique exterior styling for a sportier overall look. The ZR2 is the ultimate off-roading Silverado, but it also adds some high-end features, including a premium Bose sound system and surround-view camera system.
Then there are the luxury trucks: the Silverado 1500 LTZ and High Country. These models drench you in comfort and style, adding features like leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and a power tailgate.
Price
Brand new, there’s not much difference between the 2024 Silverado 1500 (starting at$36,800) and 2023 Silverado 1500 (starting at $36,300) MSRP. Of course, you might be able to find a better deal on a slightly used version of the 2023 truck. But if you prefer to build your Silverado from the ground up, you’ll need to order the latest model!
The Best Silverado for You
No matter which of these modern Silverado 1500 trucks you test-drive, you can expect a strong performance and major versatility. We highly recommend checking out the inventory at your local dealership, including the 2023 trucks. However, if you need a truck with specific features or capabilities, building and ordering a new 2024 Silverado is the easiest way to get what you want!