2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Review, Pricing, and Specs
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 delivers exceptional performance, advanced technology, and rugged capability, making it a top choice for work and adventure. With powerful engine options, including the TurboMax engine and impressive towing capacity, it offers versatility, durability, and modern features to enhance every driving experience.
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 offers a refined and luxurious interior designed for comfort and sophistication. The Denali Ultimate trim features a premium Alpine Umber interior with full-grain leather seats and contrast stitching for an upscale feel. The AT4X boasts bold red double-needle stitching paired with ceramic white accents, while the Denali trim includes real wood trim and elegant accents that enhance its premium appeal. For added comfort, the AT4 has perforated front leather seating surfaces, and the SLT trim offers 10-way power-adjustable front bucket seats with heating, ventilation, and perforated leather. The Crew Cab configuration ensures ample front head- and legroom, providing a spacious cabin for all occupants. The Sierra 1500 also offers versatile cargo space, including available rear seatback storage compartments for smaller items like tow straps or umbrellas, rear under-seat storage, a roomy center console, and a large lockable lower glove box and upper glove box for additional stowing options.
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 offers a range of exterior features designed for both style and utility. The available GMC CarbonPro Composite Bed provides 1,962 litres of cargo space, built from carbon-fibre composite material, for exceptional resistance to scratches, dents, and corrosion. It includes 12 tie-downs—three in each corner—each rated for 500 lbs. The front grille options vary across models, with the Denali Ultimate featuring a sleek Vader Chrome finish, the AT4X sporting gloss-black and dark nickel inserts, and the Denali showcasing a signature chrome grille. The SLT has premium chrome moulding, while the Elevation has a body-coloured header and gloss-black mesh inserts. Enhancing practicality, the GMC MultiPro Tailgate, the world’s first six-function tailgate, improves loading and unloading. Features include key fob-controlled power release, a load stop to prevent cargo from sliding, an inner gate that folds into a step capable of holding up to 375 lbs, and the ability to create a second-tier load stop. The inner gate is also a work surface when opened and can be disabled when a hitch is installed. The integrated MultiPro Audio System by KICKER also lets you bring music outdoors.
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 sets a benchmark in capability and performance, combining advanced engineering with a range of powerful engine options to meet diverse driving needs. The innovative TurboMax engine, standard on Pro, SLE, and Elevation trims, delivers an impressive 310 horsepower and best-in-class 430 lb.-ft. of torque. It offers exceptional durability and strength with a maximum towing capacity of up to 9,500 lbs and is backed by a 5-year/160,000-kilometre Powertrain Limited Warranty. For those seeking additional options, the Sierra also features a robust 6.2L V8 engine, a highly efficient Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, and a versatile 5.3L gas engine. Off-road enthusiasts can confidently explore rugged terrains thanks to specialized off-road suspension systems available on the AT4 and AT4X trims. This power, reliability, and adaptability blend ensures the Sierra 1500 excels across various driving conditions.
Comparing the Trims: Which One’s Right for You?
- GMC Sierra 1500 PRO – Starting at $50,233
- GMC Sierra 1500 SLE – Starting at $61,933
- GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation – Starting at $64,633
- GMC Sierra 1500 SLT – Starting at $72,433
- GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 – Starting at $86,333
- GMC Sierra 1500 Denali – Starting at $90,233
- GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X – Starting at $101,967
- GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate – Starting at $111,087
Technology Features
Super Cruise
Under ideal conditions and with an attentive driver, Super Cruise enables hands-free vehicle operation, including automatic lane changes and trailer towing, supported by three years of included connectivity before requiring a subscription.
Up to 14 Camera Views
The Sierra 12500 features several views, including Transparent Trailer View, Hitch View, Bed View with Zoom and Hitch Guidance, Front Camera View, Standard Rear Camera View, Surround View, Front/Rear Top-Down, Side Views with Trailer Biasing, Inside Trailer, and Rear Camera Mirror.
Large Digital Displays
The Sierra 1500 interior boasts over 40″ of driver-focused digital displays, including a 13.4″ center touchscreen with GMC Infotainment System† and Google compatibility†, a 12.3″ customizable Driver Information Centre, and a 15″ Head-Up Display.
Available Prograde Trailering System
This advanced trailering system simplifies towing with integrated features: create five custom trailer profiles, monitor tire pressure, test lights automatically, receive maintenance reminders, and follow pre-departure checklists.
Safety Features
Front & Rear Park Assist
Front and Rear Park Assist offers distance alerts for objects detected near your vehicle, helping you park and avoid low-speed collisions by monitoring the space in front of and behind your car.
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
This feature offers side-mirror visual alerts for rapidly approaching vehicles or those in your blind spot, helping to prevent lane-change collisions and enhancing overall driving safety.
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
This feature gently turns the steering wheel to alert you when unintentionally drifting out of detected lane lines, ensuring safe driving. No alerts occur if you use turn signals or intentionally leave your lane.
Following Distance Indicator
This feature shows the time gap in seconds between your vehicle and a detected vehicle ahead, helping you determine if you’re following too closely for safe driving.
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