As corporate cousins under the same parent company, the Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 share many similar characteristics like platform, engine options, and features. However, there are a few distinctions that may make them more appealing to different drivers. To help you decide which full-size GM truck best suits your Hillsborough-area lifestyle, here's a quick look at some of their distinguishing attributes.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Chevy Silverado 1500: Quick Facts
GMC Sierra 1500
- Starting MSRP: $38,300
- Trim Levels: Pro, SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, Denali Ultimate
- Body Configurations: Regular Cab with 6.6-foot or 8.2-foot bed, Double Cab with 6.6-foot bed, Crew Cab with 5.8-foot or 6.6-foot bed
Chevy Silverado 1500
- Starting MSRP:$36,800
- Trim Levels: Work Truck (WT), Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, ZR2, LTZ, High Country
- Body Configurations: Regular Cab with 6.6-foot or 8.2-foot bed, Double Cab with 6.6-foot bed, Crew Cab with 5.8-foot or 6.6-foot bed
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Chevy Silverado 1500: Performance and Capability
The GMC Sierra and Chevy Silverado both come standard with a high-output 2.7-liter TurboMax engine (310 horsepower; 430 pound-feet of torque) that boasts more standard torque than any class competitor. This engine enables a max tow rating of 9,300 (4WD) to 9,500 (RWD) pounds. For Somerville shoppers seeking a more traditional eight-cylinder experience, the available 5.3-liter V8 (355 hp, 383 lb-ft) improves the tow rating to 11,000 with 4WD or 11,200 (Sierra)/11,300 (Silverado) with RWD.
A 6.2-liter V8 is also available for select 4WD models (420 hp, 460 lb-ft). The Silverado 1500 has a slight edge with a max tow rating of 13,300 pounds. However, the Sierra 1500 can still pull up to 13,000 pounds. Finally, for drivers who do a lot of towing and want to maximize efficiency, the available 3.0-liter Duramax® Turbo-Diesel (305 hp, 495 lb-ft) enables a best-in-class 4WD diesel tow rating of 13,000 pounds. With RWD, the Sierra and Silverado can tow 13,300 and 13,400 pounds, respectively.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Chevy Silverado 1500: Design and Interior
While both models exhibit bold styling, the GMC Sierra aims for a more refined look, including unique grille and lighting designs, sharper character lines, and a more squared-off front end. The top-tier Denali Ultimate trim is especially upscale, sporting 22-inch wheels and Vader Chrome accents. Additionally, the GMC Sierra has angular wheel arches, compared to more rounded arches in the Silverado.
Inside the cabins is a similar story, with the Sierra having a more refined feel with smoother, less plasticky-looking surfaces, particularly in the lower trim levels. While both models can be customized to premium levels, the Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate boasts a deluxe feel to match some luxury sedans similar, full-grain leather upholstery, Paldao wood trim, and laser-etched/embossed topographical maps on the doors, seats, and dashboard.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Chevy Silverado 1500: Feature Differences
Certain amenities shared between the two pickups are slightly upgraded in the Sierra 1500. For example, the Bose® premium audio option has 12 speakers in the Sierra and seven in the Silverado. The Sierra offers up to 16-way front-seat adjustability compared to 10-way in the Silverado. Additionally, while the GMC Sierra's MultiPro tailgate is standard in all but the base trim, the Silverado's Multi-Flex tailgate is reserved as an option across the lineup.
The GMC Sierra 1500 also has a handful of optional equipment not found in the Chevy Silverado lineup, including a Carbon Pro cargo bed and front-seat massage functionality. Additionally, several appealing amenities are available at lower Sierra trims than in the Silverado. For example, the second-tier Sierra SLE has dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a 13.4-inch touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel. These features are limited to the fourth-tier LT trim in the Silverado.
Test-Drive New Chevy and GMC Trucks near Bridgewater and Somerville
Reach out to Ciocca Chevrolet Buick GMC of Flemington today for more information about our new truck inventory, including available models, features, and financing opportunities. If you'd like to compare the Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500's accommodations, amenities, and performance firsthand, we invite you to schedule a test drive or visit us in Flemington at your convenience. It will be our pleasure to assist you.
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