2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a carryover model with no major product changes. Its main significance is that it closes out the 2007–2013 generation before the redesigned 2014 truck arrived.
About the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2nd generation (2007-2013), final model year before the all-new 2014 redesign
Chevrolet positioned the Silverado 1500 as a dependable full-size pickup built to handle work, towing, and everyday family use in one package. Its main selling points were breadth and familiarity: regular, extended, and crew cabs; multiple bed lengths; several V8 choices; and a ride Chevrolet promoted as comfortable and quiet for a truck. Against rivals, Silverado leaned on durability, proven hardware, and a wide trim spread from basic job-site trucks to premium comfort models.
The 2013 lineup runs from the basic, vinyl-seated Work Truck to the everyday-focused LT and the more comfortable LTZ. LTZ has heated power front seats, dual-zone climate control, remote start, and Bose audio, while the specialized Hybrid pairs a 6.0-liter V8 hybrid system with Crew Cab seating and navigation. The XFE is the fuel-focused 2WD Crew Cab, with a 5.3-liter V8 and trailering hardware.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V8, Hybrid, 6.0 Liter | V6, 4.3 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 4.8 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive | Automatic, EVT | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 6-Spd HD w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD / 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Hybrid | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 14 mpg | 13–15 mpg | 13–15 mpg | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 14–15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 18–21 mpg | 18–21 mpg | 22 mpg | 23 mpg | 19–22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 302–403 hp | 315–403 hp | 315 hp | 195–315 hp | |
| Torque | 305 lb-ft | 305–417 lb-ft | 335–417 lb-ft | 335 lb-ft | 367 lb-ft | 260–335 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6700–6900 lb | 6500–10400 lb | 9300–10700 lb | 7000 lb | 5900 lb | 6500–10000 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 34.3–38.7 in | 34.3–38.7 in | 34.3–38.7 in | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 34.3–38.7 in |
| Seats | 6 | 3–6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 3–6 |
| Doors | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Hill Start Assist | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||||
| Power Windows | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
No major product changes were made to the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The familiar cab, bed, engine, and trim range carried over for this final year of the generation.
Was 2013 the final year of this Chevrolet Silverado 1500 generation?
Yes. The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was the final model year of the generation that began in 2007, with a redesigned truck arriving for 2014.
Did the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 had no significant lineup-wide powertrain changes, so its familiar engine and transmission choices carried over.
Did the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 receive new safety or technology features?
No major lineup-wide safety or technology upgrades arrived for 2013. This was a quiet carryover year rather than a major update.
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 meaningfully different from the 2012 model?
No, the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is not meaningfully different from the 2012 model. When comparing used examples, condition, mileage, maintenance history, cab and bed layout, engine, and trim matter more than the model-year change.