2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vs. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 3500

MSRP*: $44,700 to $73,400
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Picture of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500

2025 GMC
Sierra 1500

MSRP*: $38,300 to $84,200
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MPG - City Info not available 14 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 17 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 62.9 - 89.1 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel 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 401 hp 305 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 8,800 - 13,200 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 270.3 in 211.0 - 242.5 in
Exterior Width 80.8 - 81.9 in 81.2 - 81.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 - 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 3500 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 3500 and the GMC Sierra 1500.

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 3500 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is about the same width as the GMC Sierra 1500. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 3500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the GMC Sierra 1500.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the GMC Sierra 1500, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is clearly the choice over the GMC Sierra 1500 for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a little more horsepower than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has less seating than the GMC Sierra 1500, making the GMC Sierra 1500 the better choice if you often have passengers. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the GMC Sierra 1500.