2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs 2022 Ram 1500

• 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500

  

  Starting at

  $31,695 ^[a]

  2022 Ram 1500

  

  Starting at

  $34,400

  13,300	Towing (lbs)	12,750
  89.1	Cargo Space (cu.ft.)	61.5
  277-420	Horsepower (hp)	260-395

  The battle between truck brands is still ongoing, and the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs 2022 Ram 1500 fight is no exception. While the competition between full-size trucks is centered on power, new convenience features are becoming just as important. The easier it is to tow and haul, the better.

  All full-size trucks include spacious cabs, different cab and bed size options, and available modern safety features. But when you find a truck that offers both plenty of towing capacity and handy convenience features (such as tow assist technologies and an accessible, multi-function truck bed), you’ve hit the jackpot. This is where the new 2022 Silverado comes in.

  While both the Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 are capable models, the stats show that the Silverado is your best option. It can tow more, it offers better convenience features, and it has a lower starting price than its Ram competitor. While this is easy to say, we know you want to see our words in action. It’s time to make a side-by-side comparison of these two popular trucks.

• Performance

  

  Ready to Tow More

  Chevy doesn’t take the towing game lightly. The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow more than the Ram 1500, both at a base level and with higher trim options. A 2.7-liter turbocharged engine is the smallest engine option on the Silverado, with a max towing capacity of 9,500 pounds. Conversely, the Ram’s base 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 maxes out at 7,730 pounds.

  Chevy even wins in the diesel engine category, with a max towing capacity of 13,300 pounds versus the Ram’s 12,560-pound diesel max tow rating. Since many people prefer the diesel engine option, it’s important to note that both engines provide up to 26 MPG combined, which is the highest available fuel economy for both trucks. However, since the Silverado can tow more, it gets a slight performance edge over the Ram.

  These Chevy specs are important to note since last year’s Silverado diesel model could only safely tow up to 9,500 pounds. This newfound increase in towing capacity, paired with the diesel engine’s fuel efficiency, makes the 2022 Silverado 1500 a game-changing model. While the Ram isn’t too far behind, those extra 740 pounds of towing capacity push the Chevy model ahead.

• Convenience

  

  The Silverado’s Work Perks

  Convenience is one of the most important things you want in a truck. The easier it is to tow, haul, and get work done, the better. We know that every full-size truck makes labor easier than a car or SUV would. That said, Chevy outdoes the competition by using new technologies such as the Multi-Flex Tailgate and built-in cargo tie-downs.

  The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 offers a best-in-class cargo rating, providing up to 89.1 cubic feet of bed space when you go with a long bed setup. Chevy also has its exclusive Multi-Flex Tailgate feature, which is available on all eight Silverado trims. This work-ready tailgate includes six different features. These include the following:

  • A Primary Gate: Just as you expected, this is your main gate hatch. It can be opened via your key fob, an interior switch, or by pressing a button on the tailgate.
  • The “Easy Access” Function: This makes it easier to reach into the truck bed without injuring yourself or pulling a muscle. The inner part of the tailgate will fold down so you can easily reach objects.
  • The Inner Gate Load Stop: Sometimes, those ratchet straps just don’t cut it. When that’s the case, the Inner Gate Load Stop is there to hold items in place and prevent sliding.
  • The Primary Gate Load Stop: The same deal as above, except this Load Stop targets extra-long items such as lumber.
  • Full-Width Step: The Inner Gate is a multi-tasker. It’s part of the Easy Access Function, it includes its own load stop, and it acts as a foldable step. When used as a step, the Inner Gate can easily carry up to 375 pounds.
  • Inner Gate with Work Surface: Need to read off some blueprints? Tailgating and need a laptop or TV stand? Thanks to the multi-functional Inner Gate, this built-in Work Surface has you covered!

  You can also upgrade your tailgate to the Power-Up / Power-Down gate. With a simple press of a button, you can open and close your tailgate automatically. Thanks to this and 12 built-in cargo tie-downs, the 2022 Silverado 1500 is ready for both work and recreation.

  How About The Ram 1500?

  The 2022 Ram 1500 includes all the typical features you’d expect with a truck. You’ve got bed and cab options and a strong, steel bed. That said, the Ram does not come with a multi-functional tailgate option. Furthermore, its cargo capacity maxes out at only 61.5 cubic feet. Not only does the Ram come at a higher cost, but when it comes to power and convenience, it costs more and offers less.

• Trailering Technology

  

  The Silverado’s Trailering Technologies

  The days of having someone ride shotgun to help you hook up the trailer are over. You can now tow solo without it leading to frustration, or worse, property damage. Truck manufacturers are becoming more proactive about trailering tech features, and Chevy is definitely on the top of the list.

  When you purchase a 2022 Chevy Silverado, you’ll gain access to 15 different camera views, a built-in trailering system, and several trailer-specific features. These include Trailer Sway Control and a Trailer Theft Alert System. Wondering how many more times we could possibly say the word “trailer?” Keep on reading!

  Let’s start with these camera views. The most important ones here are the Hitch Views and Trailer Views. The Hitch View shows you a top-down, close-up perspective of your trailer hitch. This specific view is designed to help you hook and unhook your trailer. The Rear Top-Down View takes this even further, showing a broader area from the same viewpoint as the Hitch View.

  Special Chevy Features

  We especially love the Trailer-Specific views, such as the Transparent Trailer View and the Inside Trailer View. Via the Transparent Trailer View, you can see who (or what) is directly behind or beside your trailer. It’s quite literally like having X-Ray vision. The Inside Trailer View helps you monitor your cargo without making you get out of the truck to check on things. It’s essentially a baby monitor for cows (or ATVs, depending on your style).

  Your built-in Trailering System will allow you to set up trailer profiles. This means that your boat trailer, your livestock trailer, and your ATV trailer can all have their own custom preset settings. This way, you don’t have to readjust your settings every time you switch out trailers. You can also make checklists and monitor your trailer brake lights and more via this built-in system.

  Trailer Sway Control and Trailer Theft Alert do exactly what you think they do𑁋help prevent fishtailing and thievery. If you’re looking for the truck with the most trailering technologies paired with the best towing capacities, the new Silverado 1500 is for you.

  Why The Ram’s Trailering Tech Pales In Comparison

  Well, let’s just be honest here––five cameras just don’t compare to the 15 views Chevy offers. While the new Ram does include multiple camera angles, it simply can’t compete with the Silverado. This model also doesn’t include an option for trailering profiles or other trailer-specific features like the Silverado does. That said, you will get a trailer hitch light, Reverse Steering Control, and a Trailer Surround Camera View.

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