2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 specs & fitment
3rd generation / 4th generation. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has bolt pattern 6x139.7 (78.1 mm bore), towing up to 12,200 lb, oil 0W-20, 5W-30, tires 255/70R17, 265/65R18 and more.
Wheels & bolt pattern
- Bolt pattern
- 6x139.7 (6x5.5")
- Lug count
- 6
- Center bore
- 78.1 mm
Factory wheel sizes
- 20x9.0 ET24 (base)
Source: ANKUSI Wheel Fitment Dataset (CC BY 4.0). How to read a bolt pattern.
Engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Horsepower | Fuel | MPG city | MPG hwy | MPG combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 310 | Regular Gasoline | 18–20 | 21–23 | 19–21 | 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | 285 | Regular Gasoline | 14–16 | 17–21 | 15–17 | 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | 355 | Regular Gasoline (E85 capable) | 14–17 | 17–24 | 15–19 | 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | 425 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 17 | 4-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov; horsepower from EPA fuel-economy test-car data.
Towing capacity
Maximum trailer weight ranges up to 12,200 lb, depending on configuration. Silverado 1500 towing capacity by year · what GCWR and tongue weight mean
| Configuration | Max trailer | Tongue | GCWR | Required | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L V6, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 7,900 lb | — | 12,800 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 4.3L V6 Trail Boss, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 7,400 lb | — | 12,800 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 5.3L V8 (with 6-speed), 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 10,100 lb | — | 15,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 5.3L V8 (with 6-speed) Trail Boss, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 9,500 lb | — | 15,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 2.7L Turbo, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 7,000 lb | — | 12,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 5.3L V8 (with 8-speed), 3.23 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 9,900 lb | — | 15,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 5.3L V8 Trail Boss, 3.23 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 9,500 lb | — | 15,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 6.2L V8, 3.23 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 9,300 lb | — | 15,000 lb | — | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 12,200 lb | — | 17,800 lb | Max Trailering Package | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
| 5.3L V8 (with 8-speed) and Max Trailering Package, 3.42 axle (max across cab/box/drive configurations) | 11,600 lb | — | 16,800 lb | Max Trailering Package | 2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide (GM), p. 11 |
Tire sizes
| Size | Trim | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 255/70R17 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 386 |
| 265/65R18 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 386 |
| 275/50R22 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 363 |
| 275/60R20 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 363 |
| LT265/70R17 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 385 |
| LT275/65R18 | — | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 385 |
Engine oil type & capacity
| Engine | Oil grade | Capacity with filter | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L L4 | 5W-30 | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 433; 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 325 |
| 4.3L V6 | 5W-30 | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 433; 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 325 |
| 5.3L V8 | 0W-20 | 8.0 qt (7.6 L) | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 433; 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 325 |
| 6.2L V8 | 0W-20 | 8.0 qt (7.6 L) | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 433; 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 325 |
What 0W-20 and 5W-30 mean · Silverado 1500 oil capacity by year
Battery & wiper blades
- Battery (2.7L turbo)
- Group 94R (H7), AGM low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums); AutoPadre: Silverado 1500 battery size
- Battery (5.3L V8)
- Group 94R (H7), AGM low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums); AutoPadre: Silverado 1500 battery size
- Battery (6.2L V8)
- Group 94R (H7), AGM low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums); AutoPadre: Silverado 1500 battery size
- Battery (3.0L Duramax diesel)
- Group 49 (H8), AGM low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums)
- Battery (4.3L V6)
- Group 48 (H6) low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums); AutoPadre: Silverado 1500 battery size
- Wiper blades
- Driver 21.7", passenger 21.7" 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GM), p. 430
Verify group size on your battery label or owner's manual before purchasing.
Dimensions & weight
- Length
- 225.6–241.3 in (5730–6130 mm)
- Width
- 79.9–81.1 in
- Height
- 74.0–75.6 in
- Wheelbase
- 143.7–156.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4599–5229 lb
8 body/drive variants measured by Transport Canada (Canadian Vehicle Specifications).
Safety: recalls, complaints, crash ratings
- Recalls
- 10
- Owner complaints
- 1089
- NCAP overall
- 4–5 stars
| Tested variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC RWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC RWD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC RWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD PU/EC RWD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD PU/EC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
Recall campaigns (10)
- 21V985000 2021-12-16: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- 21V423000 2021-06-03: TIRES
- 21V115000 2021-02-25: TIRES
- 20V792000 2020-12-17: SEAT BELTS
- 20V650000 2020-10-22: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- 20V055000 2020-01-30: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
- 19V889000 2019-12-12: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
- 19V888000 2019-12-12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- 19V814000 2019-11-14: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- 18V868000 2018-12-06: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs.