2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Diesel Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
24
MPG
Highway
29
MPG
Combined
26
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic 10-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
24
Hwy
29
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Automatic 8-spd
Regular
City
19
Hwy
22
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic 8-spd
Regular
City
19
Hwy
21
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic 10-spd
Regular
City
17
Hwy
21
Comb
19
Fuel cost: $3,550/yr
Automatic 10-spd
Regular
City
17
Hwy
21
Comb
19
Fuel cost: $3,550/yr
Automatic 10-spd
Regular
City
16
Hwy
20
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $3,750/yr
Automatic 10-spd
Gasoline or E85 FFV
City
16
Hwy
20
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $3,750/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
396 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
13.7 barrels

Specifications

Engine
5.3L 8-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Pickup Truck
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3L, 6-cylinder
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Diesel

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems319 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 319 owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2WD. Top reported issues include engine, power train and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
145
Power Train
87
Electrical System
53
Fuel System
25
Brakes
23
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
17
Speed Control
16
Lighting
10

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2WD problems by category: Engine: 145 complaints, Power Train: 87 complaints, Electrical System: 53 complaints, Fuel System: 25 complaints, Brakes: 23 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 17 complaints, Speed Control: 16 complaints, Lighting: 10 complaints.

16
Crashes Reported
9
Fires Reported
5
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

EngineFiled: 04/04/2026ODI#11729160
I am reporting another engine failure on the 6.2L L87. This engine passed the initial recall testing and the oil was changed to 0W40 on September 30, 2025. However, my engine in my 2023 LT Trail Boss …
Electrical SystemFiled: 05/18/2025ODI#11661710
GM Case#[XXX] #1 A- On [XXX] vehicle sensors disabled breaks while driving on [XXX]. B- Driver Displayed Alert. a- BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE 62 MHP TOP SPEED. b- TRAILER BRAKES DISABLED SERVICE REQUIRED. c…
SuspensionFiled: 12/05/2024ODI#11629013
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH and hauling a small box trailer, the vehicle slid several times. There was no warning light illu…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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