2025 GMC Sierra
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Body styles
- 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Diesel, Regular Gasoline, FFV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 29 hwy
- EV range
- 390 mi · 11.5 h on 240 V
- Length
- 231.9–241.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,619–4,888 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 26 MPG combined — 43% better than the average 2025 standard pickup truck (18.2 MPG).
- Long EV rangeUp to 390 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 GMC Sierra is a standard pickup truck offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 241 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 157-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,694 lb (1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 29 highway), 43% better than the 2025 standard pickup truck average of 18.2 MPG, for an estimated $1,200 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 390 miles and takes about 11.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2025
- New body dimensions: 8.2 in longer, wheelbase +11.0 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New all-electric version
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Sierra →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD | 241.3 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 156.7 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,694 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD | 241.3 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 156.7 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,888 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,623 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,835 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Double Cab M/Box 2WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,619 lb | |
| 1500 Double Cab M/Box 4WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,835 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra EV EV | 189 and 189 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 390 mi · 52.3625 kWh/100mi | – | $1,200 | – |
| Sierra 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +27% | $3,700 | 399 |
| Sierra 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 26 / 24 | +32% | $4,000 | 428 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 24 / 23 | +26% | $4,150 | 450 |
| Sierra 2WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 21 / 19 | -7% | $3,550 | 468 |
| Sierra 2WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 19 | -7% | $3,550 | 470 |
| Sierra 4WD AT4X Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 20 / 19 | +4% | $5,050 | 524 |
| Sierra 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -12% | $3,700 | 495 |
| Sierra 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 19 / 18 | -1% | $3,700 | 496 |
| Sierra 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -17% | $3,950 | 507 |
| Sierra 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 18 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 516 |
| Sierra 4WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 524 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 524 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 526 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 535 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 17 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 538 |
| Sierra 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 539 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 546 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 546 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 549 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 553 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | – | $4,200 | 551 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 15 | -18% | $5,500 | 593 |
| Sierra 4WD AT4X | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | -18% | $5,500 | 601 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | – | $4,450 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 GMC Sierra.
Similar 2025 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 GMC Sierra (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2025 Ford F-150 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 16 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Silverado | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2025 Toyota Tundra | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2025 Ram 1500 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
Recalls (4)
Tires · Aug 13, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V530000 · 8 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires and preventing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) from displaying a low tire pressure warning.
- Risk
- Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N262561970. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 13, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module · Mar 5, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V129000 · 11,807 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks (RPOs L8T and N2N). The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262544420. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles
- Problem
- Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Risk
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage · Jan 16, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V015000 · 5 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2024-2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. The bolt that secures the rear center seat belt assembly to the seat structure may not have been properly tightened.
- Risk
- An improperly secured seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- GM will tighten the bolt that attaches the center seat belt assembly to the rear seat structure, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and, therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242489901.
Not every 2025 GMC Sierra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 GMC Sierra buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 66 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Power Train — 34 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Electrical System — 31 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 9,800 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 390 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 GMC Sierra. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Sierra years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sierra | 25 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 170 |
| 2024 Sierra | 25 | 233.1 in | Not rated | 8 | 539 |
| 2023 Sierra | 26 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 558 |
| 2022 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 8 | 676 |
| 2021 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 10 | 668 |
| 2020 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 16 | 624 |
| 2019 Sierra | 21 | 225.6 in | Not rated | 17 | 729 |
| 2018 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 12 | 371 |
| 2017 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 11 | 481 |
| 2016 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 13 | 457 |
| 2015 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 23 | 915 |
| 2014 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 22 | 814 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →