2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Picture of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2026 Chevrolet
Silverado 1500

MSRP*: $36,900 to $71,700
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Picture of the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500

2026 GMC
Sierra 1500

MSRP*: $38,300 to $84,200
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MPG - City 14 - 20 MPG 14 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 16 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 62.9 - 89.1 ft3 62.9 - 89.1 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 305 - 355 hp 305 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 8,800 - 13,300 lbs 8,700 - 13,300 lbs
Exterior Length 210.9 - 242.4 in 211.0 - 242.5 in
Exterior Width 81.1 - 81.2 in 81.2 - 81.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers passengers in its extended cab about the same head- and legroom as the GMC Sierra 1500. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as you will with the GMC Sierra 1500, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is about the same width as the GMC Sierra 1500. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which is slightly longer than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a larger turning radius than the GMC Sierra 1500, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to tow, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will do just as well as the GMC Sierra 1500, since they have about the same towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 are able to equally transmit their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as you will the GMC Sierra 1500. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the GMC Sierra 1500.