DecodedCars2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 6.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 14 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 182 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a standard pickup truck.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup is a standard pickup truck offered with a 6.0L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway), 10% worse than the 2005 standard pickup truck average of 16.6 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSR Pickup 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 15 | -10% | $5,500 | 592 |
| SSR Pickup 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -16% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 18 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR Pickup. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other SSR Pickup years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 SSR Pickup | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →