Silverado EV vs Ram 1500
Two brands, one target. The Silverado EV from Chevrolet and the Ram 1500 from Ram compete head to head for full-size pickup shoppers. Expect a close race. The Silverado EV and the Ram 1500 trade small edges rather than knockout blows.
At a glance
- Space & Practicality Ram 1500 wins
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Safety & Tech Silverado EV wins
Key Differences
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The Ram 1500 has room for 6 seats
On seats, the Ram 1500 edges out the Silverado EV, 6 seats to 5 seats. Third-row seats are often best for kids, so check legroom figures if adults will sit there.
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The Silverado EV has a bigger 17 in touchscreen
Don’t expect a night-and-day difference here. 17 in against 14.5 in is a small but genuine lead for the Silverado EV. Screen size isn’t everything (physical controls and software speed matter too), but bigger is easier to read.
Design & Size
Dimensions
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 233.1 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in | N/A (not specified) |
Engine & Performance
The engine & performance data here comes as names and types, not scores. Check the table to see what each one uses.
Space & Practicality
Ram 1500 leads
Slight edge to the Ram 1500 on space & practicality. Most buyers could live happily with either. Point to the Ram 1500 for room for 6 seats. Extra seats mean you can take more people along without taking a second car. Anyone shopping mainly on space & practicality should start with the Ram 1500.
Seats
Silverado EV: 5 seats Ram 1500: 6 seats The Ram 1500 has room for more passengers, useful for growing families and carpools.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Evenly matched is the fairest summary of the off-road & towing section. If off-road & towing was going to be your tiebreaker, you’ll need a different one.
Safety & Tech
Silverado EV leads
The Silverado EV does a little better in the safety & tech section, though nothing here is a deal-breaker for the Ram 1500. Choose the Silverado EV and you get a bigger 17 in touchscreen. The Silverado EV’s larger display gives navigation and menus more room. If this section decides it for you, choose the Silverado EV.
Largest touchscreen
Silverado EV: 17 in Ram 1500: 14.5 in A bigger touchscreen makes maps and phone mirroring easier to read at a glance.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Battery electric | Mild hybrid (eTorque) |
| Engine | Dual-motor electric | 3.6L V6 (Pentastar) eTorque |
| Total system output | N/A (not specified) | 305 hp Least powerful in class |
| Torque | N/A (not specified) | 269 lb-ft Least torque in class |
| Transmission | Single-speed | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD (dual motor) | RWD (4x4 available) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats (winner) Most seats in class |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Max towing | N/A (not specified) | 11,580 lb |
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Largest touchscreen | 17 in (winner) | 14.5 in |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | No Apple CarPlay / Android Auto (Google built-in) | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Driver-assist suite | Chevy Safety Assist | N/A (not specified) |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Silverado EV | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 233.1 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in | N/A (not specified) |
“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 rely on navigation and phone mirroring on a larger display (17 in vs 14.5 in)
- you already use other Chevrolet products
Choose the Ram 1500 if…
- you regularly carry extra passengers (6 seats vs 5 seats)
- you’re comfortable with how Ram does things
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Silverado EV or the Ram 1500?
It depends on your priorities: the Silverado EV is stronger on safety & tech, while the Ram 1500 leads on space & practicality.
Executive Summary
If you’ve narrowed it down to the Silverado EV and the Ram 1500, you’ve already done the hard part. Let me help with the rest. Honestly, a bigger 17 in touchscreen on the Silverado EV does a lot of the persuading for me. Credit where it’s due: the Ram 1500 offers room for 6 seats.
I think of the Silverado EV as the one for safety & tech and the Ram 1500 as the one for space & practicality.
My pick: the Silverado EV if safety & tech is a daily concern, otherwise the Ram 1500 for its space & practicality.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.