Chevrolet Silverado 1500 64·Ford Maverick 70on the MotiveGrid Score·Ford Maverick about $26,949 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Ford Maverick is the cheaper one to own — roughly $26,949 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 counters with more towing capacity (9,500 vs 2,000 lbs) and more cargo room (62.9 vs 33.3 cu ft).
Go with the Ford Maverick for the better long-term value; consider the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 if you prioritize more towing capacity and more cargo space.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Ford Maverick
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus 2026 Ford Maverick.
Metric
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Ford Maverick
MotiveGrid Score
64
70
Cost of Ownership
68
92
Powertrain
64
60
Driver Assistance
16
0
Livability
71
70
Safety
60
72
5-Year Cost to Own
$64,894
$37,945
Depreciation (5-yr)
$20,828
$11,371
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$17,639
$8,865
Insurance (5-yr)
$12,975
$9,020
Maintenance (5-yr)
$2,940
$1,595
Tires (5-yr)
$2,250
$2,000
Financing (5-yr)
$7,026
$4,235
Registration (5-yr)
$1,235
$860
Starting Price
$46,700
$28,145
Horsepower
310 hp
191 hp
MPG (combined)
19 mpg
38 mpg
Cargo volume
62.9 cu ft
33.3 cu ft
Seating
6
5
Towing capacity
9,500 lbs
2,000 lbs
Drivetrain
4WD
FWD
Gas
2026$46,700
MSRP
$46,700
Mo · 5yr
$1,082
$64,894 / 5 years
Best for families
Hybrid
2026$28,145
MSRP
$28,145
Mo · 5yr
$632
$37,945 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
VS
01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Ford Maverick scores higher overall.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
0
/ 100
Ford Maverick
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
Silverado 1500
68
Maverick
92
Winner: Maverick
$26,949 cheaper / 5 yrs
Low maintenance cost▲
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
Silverado 1500
64
Maverick
60
Winner: Silverado 1500
+4 pts
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
Silverado 1500
16
Maverick
0
Winner: Silverado 1500
+16 pts
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
Silverado 1500
71
Maverick
70
Winner: Silverado 1500
+1 pts
Roomy cabin and cargo▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Ford Maverick is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $26,949 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still wins if your priority is best for families.
Daily commuter
Ford Maverick
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Ford Maverick
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Substantially more cargo room with a 6th seat
Highway driver
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Ford Maverick
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$1,082
$64,894 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$1,082/mo
Ford Maverick
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$632
$37,945 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$632/mo
04
Frequently asked questions
Ford Maverick comes out about $26,949 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.
