Have had this truck for almost two years now and have not had a single problem. My parents have also had one for four years and also have not had a single thing wrong with it.

I would highly recommend going with an LT trim or above if you're getting a 4x4 vehicle like I have. Aside from the added leather and some other features the most important thing you get is electronic 4x4 control with and automatic mode. In this mode the 4x4 is always active but not always engaged. The computer senses for any wheel slippage and engages 4x4 as needed. In this mode I do not see any noticeable drop in fuel economy compared to 2 wheel drive. I live in a city that gets a fair amount of snow and it's great to be able to pop it over to 'auto' 4x4 at the first snowfall and take it off in the spring. I'll even use it other times if it's very wet out. Can't state how much I love this feather.

My 4/5 for fuel economy is compared to other trucks. I think my 5.3L does a decent job and I get reasonably close to the rated 18/25 MPG.

Only downside would be interior design which is a bit dated compared to some of the other vehicles I've seen. However it is definitely functional and everything below the LTZ model is meant for a working man's truck and all the buttons and knobs can be used with gloves on (also great for cold weather areas). Love all the storage space and compartments though and the 2014 models coming out soon will refresh the interior with some more up to date features.