The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 share a lot of similarities, but they have very distinct personalities. The Silverado leans into bold styling and everyday practicality, while the Sierra offers more high-end trims. This comparison will help you decide which one suits your needs best. Let’s get into it!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The trims of the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are priced from $37,645 to $64,695.
- The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500’s trims are priced from $38,945 to $86,690.
- GMC trucks are made with more of a focus on materials and styling and are slightly more expensive than Chevy trucks. If you’re a buyer on a budget, the Silverado is one to consider!
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500—What Are the Key Changes and Updates for This Model Year?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a few changes for the year, but they are mostly trim-specific:
- The Work Truck trim now features standard cruise control
- LT and higher trims have received a standard trailer brake controller
- A standard seven-speaker Bose premium sound system and front and rear parking sensors have been added to the ZR2 trim
- Optional 20-inch high gloss black wheels and the colors Cypress Gray and Riptide Blue have been added across trims.
The GMC Sierra 1500 received more upgrades, but they are minor or trim-specific.
- The addition of standard cruise control for the gas lineup
- Optional Universal Vehicle Module control box across all trims
- Optional 22-inch bright split-spoke wheels across all trims
- Standard Super Cruise for the Denali Ultimate trim
- A new trailer brake controller for RWD SLE, Elevation, and SLT trims
- A spray-on bedliner with redesigned logo for AT4, AT4X, Denali, and Denali Ultimate trims
- Standard 275/60R20 all-terrain, black wall tires with a 255/80R17SL all-season spare and available 275/65R18C black wall Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires; standard 20-inch machined wheels with carbon gray metal accents and optional 18-inch wheels with dark pockets for the AT4 trim
- Exterior colors Dynamic Blue Metallic and Deep Bronze Metallic have been discontinued
- FlexFuel compatibility for the Pro Crew Cab FWD
- An optional MultiPro Tailgate for SLE RWD and Elevation trims
Trim-Level Pricing Comparison for the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2025 GMC Sierra 1500
The Silverado 1500 is a little less expensive than the Sierra 1500, and it also has more trims. Its prices are:
- Work Truck: $37,645
- Custom: $44,245
- LT: $48,745
- RST: $52,145
- Custom Trail Boss: $52,445
- LT Trail Boss: $59,445
- LTZ: $59,695
- High Country: $64,695
Starting MSRPs for 2025 GMC Sierra 1500’s trims are:
- Pro: $46,700
- SLE: $54,800
- Elevation: $55,200
- SLT: $57,900
- AT4: $66,100
- Denali: $69,900
- AT4X: $79,200
- Denali Ultimate: $82,500
Prices effective as of March 31, 2025.
Engine Options and Towing Capability in the 2025 Silverado vs. 2025 Sierra
The Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 have the same engine options.
- A turbocharged 2.7L 4-Cylinder mated with eight-speed automatic transmission delivering 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque
- A 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission generating 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque
- A 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine mated with a ten-speed automatic transmission cranking out 420 ponies and 460 lb-ft of torque, and,
- A Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel mated with a ten-speed automatic transmission with 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque.
Silverado 1500 wins the race by a nose when it comes to towing—it has a 13,300-pound limit when properly equipped. The Sierra 1500’s max capacity is a little less, at 13,200 pounds.
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500: Which Truck Has the Best Interior?
Chevy makes trucks that have more of a practical feel, while GMC trucks are typically more expensive with luxurious elements. Heated and ventilated seats, a console-mounted safe, and 120-volt outlet and cargo box are standard or optional on Sierra trims. The Silverado also features these elements but only in higher trims.
Both SUVs also have similar infotainment systems:
The Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 feature a 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen (Silverado LT trims and up have a 13.4-inch screen, while the Sierra features the larger screen on everything but the base trim) and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Silverado also features a mobile hotspot, physical knobs and buttons, and available Google-powered voice assistant and Amazon Alexa integration. The Sierra 1500 features built-in Google software for maps and voice assistant, with optional wireless phone charging, additional power ports, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system.
Should You Choose the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500?
Both trucks certainly have plenty to offer, but if you’re a buyer on a budget, the Silverado may be the best choice. If you’re still not sure that it fits the bill, visit our showroom for a test drive. Our friendly sales associates are here to help!