Silverado EV vs F-150 Lightning
Both the Silverado EV and the F-150 Lightning sit in the full-size pickup class, and Chevrolet and Ford are clearly watching each other. Expect a close race. The Silverado EV and the F-150 Lightning trade small edges rather than knockout blows.
At a glance
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Safety & Tech Silverado EV wins
Key Differences
-
The Silverado EV has a bigger 17 in touchscreen
Small gaps can still matter over time, and here the Silverado EV leads 17 in to 15.5 in. The Silverado EV’s larger display gives navigation and menus more room.
Design & Size
Expect the same physical presence from both; their dimensions are very close.
Dimensions
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 233.1 in | 231.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in | N/A (not specified) |
Engine & Performance
Here the spec sheet speaks in model names and types. Compare the Silverado EV and the F-150 Lightning row by row in the table below.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
You can skip ahead if space & practicality was your deciding factor: the two are evenly matched here. For space & practicality, pick whichever you prefer for other reasons.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on off-road & towing. Either car will serve you equally well on off-road & towing.
Safety & Tech
Silverado EV leads
If you’re keeping score, the safety & tech point goes narrowly to the Silverado EV. Choose the Silverado EV and you get a bigger 17 in touchscreen. Screen size isn’t everything (physical controls and software speed matter too), but bigger is easier to read. So if safety & tech tops your list, lean toward the Silverado EV.
Largest touchscreen
Silverado EV: 17 in F-150 Lightning: 15.5 in A bigger touchscreen makes maps and phone mirroring easier to read at a glance.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Battery electric | Battery electric |
| Engine | Dual-motor electric | Dual-motor electric (Standard Range battery) |
| Total system output | N/A (not specified) | 452 hp |
| Torque | N/A (not specified) | 775 lb-ft Most torque in class |
| Transmission | Single-speed | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain | AWD (dual motor) | AWD (dual motor) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | N/A (not specified) | 240 mi Shortest electric range |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Max towing | N/A (not specified) | 10,000 lb Lowest towing capacity |
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Largest touchscreen | 17 in (winner) | 15.5 in |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | No Apple CarPlay / Android Auto (Google built-in) | N/A (not specified) |
| Driver-assist suite | Chevy Safety Assist | Ford Co-Pilot360 |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 233.1 in | 231.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | Silverado EV | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | N/A (not specified) | $49,780 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Silverado EV if…
- you want the bigger touchscreen (17 in vs 15.5 in)
- you’re comfortable with how Chevrolet does things
Choose the F-150 Lightning if…
- you’re loyal to Ford and happy with it
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Silverado EV or the F-150 Lightning?
It depends on your priorities: the Silverado EV is stronger on safety & tech, while the F-150 Lightning leads on the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Which is larger, the Silverado EV or the F-150 Lightning?
They’re practically the same size. The difference between the Silverado EV and the F-150 Lightning is too small to matter.
Executive Summary
Comparing the Silverado EV and the F-150 Lightning feels a bit like comparing two good restaurants with different menus. In daily life, I think the first difference you’d notice is a bigger 17 in touchscreen, and that goes to the Silverado EV.
I’d match them like this: safety & tech to the Silverado EV, the things a spec sheet can’t capture to the F-150 Lightning.
My pick: decide whether you’d miss safety & tech or the things a spec sheet can’t capture more, then buy the Silverado EV or the F-150 Lightning accordingly.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.