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2016 Chevy Silverado vs 2016 Toyota Tundra in St. Louis, MO

Deciding on a full-sized pickup requires a lot of research. Many auto brands compete to prove that they provide the best benefits to truck drivers, but smart shoppers know that not every pickup truck is capable of filling their needs. To make sure that your hard-earned money goes toward the right model, we have put together a page comparing two pickup trucks popular in the St. Louis, MO area: the 2016 Toyota Tundra and the 2016 Chevy Silverado.

For the purposes of this research page, we’ll be looking at the 2016 Toyota Tundra SR5 with double cab, standard bed, and 4x4, which starts at $35,700 MSRP. It will be compared against a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS with double cab, standard box, and 4WD, which begins at $36,950 MSRP.

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2016 Toyota Tundra vs. 2016 Chevy Silverado: Engine Options & Performance

While both the Toyota Tundra and Chevy Silverado offer similar sized engines paired to a six-speed transmission, the Tundra generates significantly more power than its competitor, and adds a sequential shift mode and uphill/downhill shift logic to its transmission. Additionally, the 2016 Toyota Tundra gets 10.6-in. of ground clearance, and uses an automatic limited-slip differential to get the best traction.

2016 Toyota Tundra	Model	2016 Chevy Silverado
5.7L V8	Engine	5.3L V8
381 HP	Horsepower	355 HP
401 lb.-ft.	Torque	383 lb.-ft.

2016 Toyota Tundra vs 2016 Chevy Silverado: Performance

2016 Toyota Tundra vs. 2016 Chevy Silverado: Towing

It is safe to say most buyers don’t choose a pickup truck just because they liked the look of it. They bought a pickup because they needed a vehicle that is tough enough to do the jobs a car can’t. The 2016 Toyota Tundra is capable of towing up to 10,000 lbs., whereas the 2016 Chevy Silverado tows 6,200 lbs.

The tow package that comes standard on the Toyota Tundra includes:

Towing hitch receiver
TOW/HAUL Mode switch
Integrated trailer brake controller with multi-information display monitoring screen
Supplemental engine oil cooler and transmission cooler
Heavy duty battery
170-amp alternator
7-pin connector

A less impressive tow package comes as an option on the 2016 Chevy Silverado.

2016 Toyota Tundra vs 2016 Chevy Silverado Towing

2016 Toyota Tundra vs. 2016 Chevy Silverado: Utility Storage & Space

The 2016 Toyota Tundra double cab model has one of the most spacious cabs of any truck in its segment. It seats six passengers, and provides more hip room than the Chevy Silverado, so no one will feel cramped or uncomfortable.

Both models use a 6.5 ft. pickup bed, but the 2016 Toyota Tundra provides more utility than the Silverado.

A deck rail system with four adjustable tie-down cleats is available.
A full-sized spare tire is mounted under the body to save space.
The tailgate was engineered for easy lowering and lifting.
Add the SR5 Upgrade package for front bucket seats and a large front center storage console.
The front bench seat folds-down 40/20/40, and the rear seats fold-up 60/40 to reveal a rear under-seat storage compartment.
The front contains four front cup holders with two in the rear, and the same number of bottle holders.

2016 Toyota Tundra vs. 2016 Chevy Silverado: Technology & Safety

Whether you use your pickup for work or in your personal life, having advanced technology available at hand is important. Knowing that your truck will protect you from and in collisions is even more important. One truck does this distinctly better than the other.

An integrated backup camera is standard in the Tundra, and an option in the Silverado.
The Toyota Tundra comes with navigation as well as HD traffic and weather, and the Silverado does not.
Open your garage or activate your security system with the HomeLink® universal transceiver, found in the Tundra but not the Silverado.
A blind spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert system are available in the 2016 Toyota Tundra.
The Star Safety System™ suite of safety features is found only on Toyota models.

Test Drive The 2016 Toyota Tundra In St. Louis, MO!

Looking over the information provided, we can only conclude that between the 2016 Toyota Tundra and the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado, only the Toyota Tundra is capable and advanced enough to suit the needs of the St. Louis, MO area pickup driver. Pick up a 2016 Toyota Tundra of your own by visiting our dealership in St. Louis today. Schedule a test drive, or fill out our contact form for more information.

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