Chevrolet Silverado EV vs Tesla Cybertruck
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
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Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Work Truck Standard Range | Dual Motor |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,800 (best) | $69,990 |
| Lowest listing price | $42,999 (best) | $90,375 |
| Median listing price | $57,423 (best) | $90,375 |
| Highest listing price | $83,675 (best) | $90,375 |
| For sale now | 11 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | — | 79 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 286 mi | 325 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 119 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | — | 11.7 hr (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 510 hp | 600 hp (best) |
| Torque | 490 lb-ft (best) | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 8,500 lbs (best) | 7,500 lbs |
| Payload | 2,350 lbs (best) | 2,006 lbs |
| Curb weight | 7,403 lbs | 6,537 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 10 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in (best) | 143.1 in |
| Length | 233.1 in (best) | 223.7 in |
| Width | 85.3 in (best) | 80 in |
| Height | 78.1 in (best) | 70.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Silverado EV | Tesla Cybertruck |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Work Truck Standard Range $52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Dual Motor $69,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT Standard Range $60,900 MSRP | Premium $79,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Work Truck Extended Range $66,200 MSRP | Cyberbeast $99,990 MSRP |
| 4 | LT Extended Range $69,100 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Trail Boss Extended Range $70,000 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Work Truck Max Range $74,200 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Trail Boss Max Range $86,600 MSRP | — |
| 8 | LT Max Range $89,200 MSRP | — |
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Chevrolet Silverado EV vs Tesla Cybertruck FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV vs 2026 Tesla Cybertruck on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV starts lower at $52,800. Live Chevrolet Silverado EV listings start at $42,999. Live Tesla Cybertruck listings start at $90,375.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (52,800).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (493).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck leads on horsepower in this comparison (845).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (12,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV vs 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Silverado EV (5/5 NHTSA overall).