Comparing Packages & Featured Editions
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Packages & Featured Editions
The
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 has four featured editions:
- AT4X AEV Edition: 18" AEV Salta wheels and 33" Goodyear Wrangler mud-terrain tires, five hot-stamped boron steel AEV skid plates, AEV-stamped steel front/rear bumpers with front winch capability, and off-road rocker panel protectors
- Texas Edition SLT Premium Package: 20" polished aluminum wheels, Texas Edition badging, 6" Chrome assist steps, ProGrade Trailering system, and SLT Convenience package
- Denali CarbonPro Edition: CarbonPro fender appliqué and cargo bed, and MultiPro audio system by Kicker
- Graphite Edition: Body-color front/rear bumper and upper grille, remote start, content theft alarm, color-keyed carpeting, 20" black painted aluminum wheels, 10" all-season tires, and recovery hooks
There are also several packages throughout the lineup, including:
- Convenience Package: Remote keyless entry, rear window defogger, EZ lift power lock/release tailgate, tinted glass, LED Cargo bed lighting, and outside heated power-adjustable mirrors
- X31 Off-Road Package: Hill Descent Control and automatic locking rear differential
- Trailering Package: Hitch Guidance with rear vision camera views
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Packages & Featured Editions
The
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 has five featured editions:
- ZR2 Bison Edition: AEV Bison front/rear differentials, transfer case, fuel tank skid plates, front/rear bumpers, front tow hooks, 18" AEV wheels, Multi-Flex tailgate, and AEV interior/exterior badging
- Redline Edition: 20" aluminum wheels with red accents, dual exhaust outlets, red recovery hooks, LED headlamps, and red exterior badging with black accents
- Midnight Edition: 2" factory suspension lift with Z71 Off-Road package, LED headlamps, blacked-out recovery hooks, power-retractable assist steps, badging, grille, and bumpers
- TurboMax Blackout Edition: Dark Essentials Package, 4" black assist steps, chrome exhaust tips, and 20" black-painted wheels
- Rally Edition: Black hood, tailgate rally stripes, badging, tubular assist steps, and 20" black painted aluminum wheels
There are also several packages throughout the lineup, including:
- Dark Essentials Package: Black Silverado, name plants, front bowtie, tailgate decal lettering, and engine badges
- Z71 Off-Road Package: Rancho shocks, Hill Descent Control, underbody skid plates, recovery hooks, heavy-duty Eaton automatic locking rear differential, 18" or 20" wheels, all-terrain tires, and a high-capacity air cleaner
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Packages & Featured Editions
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, has one less featured edition. However, both models share many of the same packages throughout the lineup.
Engines & Powertrain Comparison
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Engines & Powertrain
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 has four powertrain options:
- TurboMax 2.7L: 310hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque (best-in-class standard torque)
- 5.3L EcoTec V8: 355hp and 383 lb.-ft. of torque
- 6.2L EcoTec V8: 420hp and 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel: 305hp and 495 lb.-ft. of torque
All engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, except the TurboMax with an eight-speed unit.
The 2025 Sierra 1500 fuel economy varies slightly per engine and configuration, with MPG estimates starting at:
| Engine & Configuration | MPG Ratings |
| TurboMax 2.7L 2WD | 17 MPG city / 21 MPG highway |
| TurboMax 2.7L 4WD | 17 MPG city / 18 MPG highway |
| 5.3L V8 2WD | 17 MPG city / 21 MPG highway |
| 5.3L V8 4WD | 17 MPG city / 18 MPG highway |
| 6.2L EcoTec V8 | 21 MPG city / 23 MPG highway |
| Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel | 21 MPG city / 23 MPG highway |
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Engines & Powertrain
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 has the same four powertrain options and performance specs as the 2025 Sierra 1500:
- TurboMax 2.7L: 310hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque (best-in-class standard torque)
- 5.3L EcoTec V8: 355hp and 383 lb.-ft. of torque
- 6.2L EcoTec V8: 420hp and 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel: 305hp and 495 lb.-ft. of torque
Each engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, except the TurboMax with an eight-speed unit.
The 2025 Silverado 1500 fuel economy varies slightly per engine and configuration, with MPG estimates starting at:
| Engine & Configuration | MPG Ratings |
| TurboMax 2.7L 2WD | 18 MPG city / 21 MPG highway |
| TurboMax 2.7L 4WD | 17 MPG city / 20 MPG highway |
| 5.3L V8 2WD | 16 MPG city / 21 MPG highway |
| 5.3L V8 4WD | 15 MPG city / 19 MPG highway |
| 6.2L EcoTec V8 | 15 MPG city / 17 MPG highway |
| Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel | 20 MPG city / 23 MPG highway |
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Engines & Powertrain
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, is more fuel-efficient. However, both models offer the same powertrain options and performance specs.
Towing Capacity & Payload Rating Comparison
The
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 can tow up to 13,200 lbs with a 2,530 lbs max payload rating when equipped with the turbo-diesel engine. Its towing assistance technologies include an in-vehicle trailering app, auxiliary trailer camera, and
ProGrade Trailering System featuring custom trailer profiles, pre-departure checklists, and trailer health alerts with select availability per trim.
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 lbs with a 2,260 lbs max payload rating when equipped with the turbo-diesel engine. Its towing assistance technologies include Super Cruise with trailering, up to 14 available camera views, and an in-vehicle trailering app with the same features as the Sierra 1500.
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, has a slightly lower towing capacity and payload rating. However, both models offer plenty of towing tech and equipment.
Off-Road Features & Capability Comparison
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Off-Road Features
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 has two off-road-focused trims: the AT4 and AT4X. They have standard Hill Descent Control, Multimatic DSSV dampers, underbody skid plates, and up to a 2" factory-installed lift kit. The max angle specs are 34.0° front approach and 24.4° rear departure.
Underbody skid plates and Hill Descent Control are available on lower-level trims. However, all 4WD models get a standard automatic locking rear differential except the base-level Pro, where it's available.
The 2025 Sierra 1500 lineup has access to several driving traction modes to adapt the truck's response to diverse road conditions:
- AWD
- My Mode
- Off-Road
- Snow/Ice
- Sport
- Terrain
- Tour/Normal
- Tow/Haul
- Track Mode
- Weather
- Z Mode/V Mode
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Off-Road Features
The
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 has three off-road-focused trims: the Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, and ZR2. They have an automatic locking differential, a two-speed Autotrac transfer case, Multimatic DSSV dampers, and underbody aluminum skid plates with up to a 2" factory-installed lift. The max angle specs are 33.5° approach and 23.3° departure.
Depending on the trim availability, 2025 models also have StabiliTrak, an electronic stability and traction control system with speed sensors and independent braking for each wheel.
The 2025 Silverado 1500 lineup also has the same driver-select modes as the 2025 Sierra 1500 for specific road conditions:
- AWD
- My Mode
- Off-Road
- Snow/Ice
- Sport
- Terrain
- Tour/Normal
- Tow/Haul
- Track Mode
- Weather
- Z Mode/V Mode
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Off-Road Capabilities
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, has one less off-road-focused trim and wider max angle specs. However, both modes share the same driver-select modes and off-roading equipment.
Interior Design & Features Comparison
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Interior Design
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 can fit up to six passengers, depending on the cab configuration. Crew Cab and Double Cab models can fit up to six people, and Regular Cab up to three. There are four cabin colors: Atmosphere/Brownstone, Dark Walnut/Slat, Jet Black, and Obsidian Rush, with select availability per trim.
- Front Head Room: 43.0"
- Front Leg Room: 44.5"
- Front Shoulder Room: 66.0"
- Front Hip Room: 61.2"
- Rear Head Room: 39.9"
- Rear Leg Room: 35.2"
- Rear Shoulder Room: 64.9"
- Rear Hip Room: 60.2"
- Cargo Capacity: 62.9 cu.-ft.
As a refresh model year, it received an additional 40" of combined driver-focused digital displays available-the most in its class. These include an optional 13.4" infotainment system with built-in Google, a 12.3" driver information center, and a 15" multi-color head-up display. However, these are standard on upper-level trims.
Standard infotainment features for lower-level trims include a 7" infotainment touchscreen, a six-speaker audio system, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Upper-level trims get the 13.4" infotainment system, a seven or 12-speaker Bose premium audio system, and wireless charging.
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Interior Design
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 can fit up to six passengers, depending on the cab and cargo bed configuration. Regular Cab models can fit up to three passengers. Crew Cab Short Bed models can fit up to five. Crew Cab Standard Bed and Double Cab models can fit up to six people.
There are five cabin colors: Gideon/Very Dark Atmosphere, Jet Black, Jet Black/Graystone, Jet Black/Nightshift Blue, and Jet Black/Umber, with select availability per trim.
The Silverado 1500's interior dimensions vary per trim level and cab configuration, with specs starting at:
- Front Head Room: 43.0"
- Front Leg Room: 44.5"
- Front Shoulder Room: 66.0"
- Front Hip Room: 61.2"
- Rear Head Room: 39.9"
- Rear Leg Room: 35.2"
- Rear Shoulder Room: 64.9"
- Rear Hip Room: 60.2"
- Cargo Capacity: 89.1 cu.-ft. (best-in-class)
A 13.4" infotainment system with built-in Google, a 12.3" driver information center, and a 15" multi-color head-up display is standard for upper-level trims and available on lower ones.
Like the Sierra 1500, standard infotainment features for lower-level trims include a 7" infotainment touchscreen, a six-speaker audio system, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Upper-level trims also unlock a standard 13.4" infotainment system, a seven or 12-speaker Bose premium audio system, and wireless charging.
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Interior Design
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, has one less cab configuration and cabin color. The Silverado offers best-in-class cargo volume, exceeding the Sierra by almost 30 cu.-ft. However, both models have the same driver/passenger room specs and infotainment technologies.
Exterior Colors & Dimensions Comparison
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Exterior Design
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 is a light-duty, full-size pickup with an aluminum and steel body. As a refreshed model year, some exterior design updates were made, including new available 22" wheels, unique grille designs per trim level, and expanded body width by three inches.
It offers nine paint colors with select availability per trim:
- Cardinal Red
- Downpour Metallic
- Onyx Black
- Sterling Metallic
- Summit White
- Thunderstorm Gray
- Titanium Rush Metallic
- Volcanic Red Tintcoat
- White Frost Tricoat
Depending on the cab configuration, cargo bed lengths range from 5.8-ft. to 8.2-ft. Upper trim levels get the world's first six-function MultiPro Tailgate with diverse configurations to load and unload various-sized cargo more easily as standard and available on lower-level trims.
The exterior dimensions vary slightly per trim and configuration, with specs starting at: 231.9" L x 81.24" W (without mirrors) x 75.5" H.
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Exterior Design
The
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 is also a light-duty, full-size pickup with an aluminum and steel body. This model year received two new paint colors and newly available 20" wheels.
It offers six paint colors with select availability per trim:
- Black
- Cypress Gray (new)
- Red Hot
- Riptide Blue Metallic (new)
- Slate Gray Metallic
- Summit White
Depending on the cab configuration, there are three cargo bed lengths: 5.8-ft. (Short), 6.6-ft. (Standard), and 8-ft. (Long). Upper trim levels get a six-function Multi-Flex Tailgate to improve loading and unloading for different-sized items with easier cargo box access, and available in lower-level trims.
The exterior dimensions vary slightly per trim and configuration, with specs starting at: 231.88" L x 81.24" W (without mirrors) x 75.51" H.
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Exterior Design
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, has three more paint colors. However, the Silverado offers three cargo bed lengths, with one longer option than the Sierra's two. Both models have the same exterior dimensions and a multi-function tailgate option.
Advanced Technology & Safety Equipment Comparison
The
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 has a perfect
five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA.
It has several standard safety and driver assistance features, including:
- Automatic emergency braking
- Buckle to Drive
- Forward collision alert
- Front pedestrian braking
- Following distance indicator
- HD rear vision camera
- Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
The 2025 Sierra 1500 also has available features like Super Cruise hands-free driving, up to 14 available camera views, and teen driver technology.
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 also has a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA.
It has many standard safety and driver assistance features, including:
- Automatic emergency braking
- Buckle to Drive
- Forward collision alert
- Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
- Rear seat reminder
- Rear vision camera
- Teen driver technology
The 2025 Sierra 1500 also has available features like Super Cruise, HD surround vision, and rear pedestrian alert.
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, in comparison to the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, shares many of the same standard and available safety technologies. Both models have the same NHTSA ratings.
Silverado vs. Sierra Verdict: The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Edges Out the Win
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 is a strong contender. However, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 pulls ahead for its more valuable offerings.
The Sierra's Elevation has bigger tires by two inches and a power sunroof as standard, with only a slightly higher price difference. The Silverado's RST has smaller tires and an available power sunroof.
Although the Silverado's ZR2 has a slightly higher suspension lift, the Sierra's AT4X has bigger standard tires, a higher ground clearance, and a much stronger towing capacity by over 5,000 lbs-making it all around a more powerful upper-level off-road trim.
The top-level Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate also has a standard 12-speaker Bose premium audio system, while the Silverado 1500 High Country only has seven, since Chevy doesn't offer an upper-level luxury trim.
Even with a best-in-class cargo volume and stronger powertrains in the Silverado at a lower cost, the Sierra gives you more bang for your buck.
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