2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 — Full Specifications
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The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 is a pickup offered with 3 engines (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) / 19 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 20–23 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Chevrolet Silverado K15 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado page for the base Silverado listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado K15: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 23 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 4.3L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 4.3L 6-cyl · 5.3L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic 6-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 23 combined / 20 urban / 26 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 19 combined / 17 city / 22 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 295 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 5 configurations for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 across 3 engines (4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl). Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 19 mpg (US), or 20 to 23 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 | 19 (17/22) | 295 | $3,550 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 18 (16/22) | 308 | $3,700 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 18 (16/22) | 306 | $3,700 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (15/21) | 324 | $3,950 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (15/21) | 322 | $3,950 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15
Running Costs: 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 at 23 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,581 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (5), Service brakes (4), Seat belts (2). 1 campaign carried a “do not drive” or “park outside” advisory. A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 26V611000, reported 24 September 2026. Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Air bags — campaign 21V504000, reported 1 July 2021. Risk: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Seat belts — campaign 21V245000, reported 8 April 2021. Risk: A broken pretensioner cable reduces the effectiveness of the driver's seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
- Air bags — campaign 20V736000, reported 25 November 2020. Risk: If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Showing the 4 most recent of 12 campaigns.
Owners have filed 800 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15. The most-reported areas are Service brakes (255), Power train (194), Electrical system (120). Complaints include 43 reported crashes, 10 reported fires, 17 reported injuries, 1 reported death. That is close to the median of 638 complaints across the 9 Chevrolet Silverado K15 model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Brakes (4 recall campaigns · 255 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
- Transmission & drivetrain (194 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Electrical system (120 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Steering (111 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Chevrolet Silverado K15 compare to similar pickups? For context, pickups in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 23 mpg figure is 2 mpg below that average. Its 295 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km higher than the 283 g/km average for pickups on this site. This comparison is based on 264 pickups in our dataset.
Chevrolet models in our database average about 29 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15's 23 mpg is 6 mpg below that make average. Its 295 g/km CO₂ figure is 49 g/km higher than the 246 g/km Chevrolet average.
Of the 9 Chevrolet Silverado K15 model years we cover, the 2016 is the most economical on its best configuration (23 mpg UK combined). See every Chevrolet Silverado K15 year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 have?
EPA lists 3 engines for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15: 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 4.3L 6-cyl with a automatic 6-spd.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15?
The most efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, or 19 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 20 to 23 mpg.
How much does the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (5), Service brakes (4), Seat belts (2). 1 campaign carried a “do not drive” or “park outside” advisory. A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado K15?
Among the 800 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Service brakes (255 complaints), Power train (194 complaints), Electrical system (120 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Chevrolet Silverado K15's fuel economy good for a pickup?
It returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the pickups we track.