2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2005 · First generation
Catalog figures for this model year. Ratings vary by configuration.
Quick facts
Capability
Towing
3,800–7,800 lb
Payload
1,208–2,040 lb
Curb weight
4,225–5,299 lb
Horsepower
195–345 hp
Efficiency
MPG city
14–18 mpg
Fuel tank
26.0–34.0 gal
Fitment
Bolt pattern
6x139.7
Engines
L59 (Flex-Fuel), LM7, LQ9, LR4, LU3
Drivetrain
4x2 · 4x4
Body
Extended Cab · Crew Cab · Regular Cab
Configurations
41
Complaints in dataset
499
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Capability
Engines
L59 (Flex-Fuel) · LM7 · LQ9 · LR4 · LU3
Horsepower
195–345 hp
Towing
3,800–7,800 lb
Payload
1,208–2,040 lb
These figures are manufacturer ratings stored on 41 catalog configurations. Optional factory tow packages are often missing from this table. Confirm the door jamb and owner’s manual for the vehicle you have.
Size & fitment
Dimensions
205.7–249 in
Ground Clearance
8.1–8.7 in
Wheel Sizes
6x139.7
Tire Sizes
OEM sizes
Interior
41.3 in
MPG
14–18 mpg
Maintenance
Oil Capacity
Capacity by engine
Wiper Sizes
Driver / passenger / rear
Bulb Sizes
Position chart
Owner’s Manual
Stored sections
Owner Complaints
499 complaint records in our dataset — not a failure rate.
Parts and modifications
Real builds
- 2005 · 22 · 305/40R22
- 2005 · 17 0 mm · 285/70R17 · Leveling Kit
- 2005 · 9.0×17 · 33/12.5R17 · Suspension Lift 4"
Build rows are stored Modified1 projects mapped to this model year. Empty fields were not logged.