The automotive world waits in anticipation for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, which will make its debut in autumn 2024. This truck is equally ready for work and play, with its mix of traditional and modern features that will fulfill your checklist when looking for a pickup. Let’s break down its many details.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 will make its debut sometime in November 2024.
- Its starting price for the Base (Pro) trim is about $38,945.
- There are few updates for 2025 as of this writing—we don’t yet know the specifics of what those will be.
What Updates Have been Made to the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 has a whopping eight trims to choose from—the Pro, SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, and Denali Ultimate. It starts at a very affordable $38,945 and goes up to about $86,690 depending which packing and features you choose.
The Sierra 1500 is available with a regular cab, double cab and crew cab and three possible bed lengths—not all options are available for all trims.
No matter the trim you pick, there are only a few updates for his model year. The Sierra 1500 was last refreshed in 2022 and remains essentially the same.
How Many Engine Options Are Availabe For the 2025 Sierra 1500?
The Sierra is currently available with four engines, and that’s likely to remain the case. They are:
- A turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine, generating 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque,
- A turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six diesel engine delivering 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque,
- A 5.3-liter V8 with an output of 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque and
- A 6.2-liter V8 cranking out 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.
Not all engine options are available for every trim. The 2.7-liter four-cylinder and the 5.3-liter V8 (rear-wheel drive) are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 5.3-liter V8 (four-wheel drive) , the diesel six-cylinder and the top-dog 6.2-liter V8 are paired with a 10-speed automatic tranny. Most trims feature rear-wheel drive but four-wheel drive is available, depending on the trim you choose.
The Sierra 1500 Sierra has two dedicated off-road variants—the AT4 model, with a 2.0-inch suspension lift and additional trail-flogging equipment, and the AT4X, with electronic-locking front and rear diffs, extra skid plates, advanced spool-valve dampers, and rough and ready off-road tires mounted on black 18-inch wheels. Should you go for the AT4X AEV package, you’ll have even more off-road accessories to make your time on the trail that much more enjoyable—this includes AEV 18-inch wheels, a steel front bumper with a winch, and steel rock sliders.
This powerful GMC pickup can tow up to 13,300 pounds and has a payload capacity of up to 2530 pounds when properly configured.
Is the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Able to Haul a lot?
The Sierra’s interior speaks to driver and passenger comfort. Controls are user friendly and easy to reach for all and material quality increases as trim levels do. A12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is standard starting with the SLE trim. Higher trims feature even more plush features like a head-up display and a power-adjustable steering column. Open-pore wood trim and leather-covered surfaces are featured on the Denali Ultimate.
Should you need to find just the right position while driving, you’ll do it in a pinch with the Sierra’s 16-way power adjustments and massage functions. There’s more than enough cubbies to store everything you’re carrying—there’s also a trick tailgate and carbon-fiber-reinforced bed for larger, heavier items.
What Infotainment Center is Found in the Base Model of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
With the exception of base models, which feature the 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, most trims have a screen nearly twice the size, at 13.4-inches. The system includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in Google software with access to the app store, voice assistance and maps. Available features include a Bose audio system with 12-speakers, wireless charging, and additional power/USB outlets.
Are You Ready to Step Into a Sierra 1500?
Waiting isn’t easy, especially when it comes to a pickup this great! But the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 will be here soon enough, and when it is, you can be the first to experience it! Contact us to get the latest information on its arrival!