May 15, 2025

If you’re shopping for a new light-duty pickup truck, then make sure you take the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 into consideration. It has a higher towing capacity than many competitors, some luxurious trims that will appeal to people who like lavish things, and four strong engine choices for different drivers’ needs.

5 Favorite Features of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500

1. Its Strength

The Sierra 1500 is built to tackle the tough jobs. Its maximum payload capacity is 2,530 pounds when properly equipped, but the capacity varies based on the model you choose. The base model’s payload capacity is 2,204 pounds.

The vehicle’s maximum towing capacity also varies depending on the model. If you want the highest towing capacity it offers, which is 13,200 pounds, then you’ll need a 2WD Double Cab model with the standard bed size, Max Trailering Package, diesel engine, and 20-inch wheels.

2. Its Engine Options

Are you looking for quick acceleration and tons of power? All four engines offer this, but there exact horsepower and torque output varies. The base 2.7-liter TurboMax has the highest standard torque output in its class, producing 430 lb-ft of it. It also produces 310 horsepower.

There are a pair of strong EcoTec3 V8 engines available. The 5.3-liter has an output of 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The 6.2-liter puts out 420 horses and 460 lb-ft of torque. The available 3-liter diesel engine produces 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque.

3. Its Cushy Interior

A 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat is available in the Sierra 1500, letting you maximize your comfort by finding the perfect position. A 4-way manually adjustable driver’s seat is standard.

There are lots of fantastic upgrades available to elevate the interior. One is a console-mounted safe for storing your valuables. A sunroof, illuminated door sills, a memory function for the driver’s seat, heated seats, and a heated steering wheel are other available upgrades.

4. Its Safety Technology

Active, passive, are assistance-based safety technology is abundant in the Sierra 1500. Some of its most useful standard driver assistance features include Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Automatic Emergency Braking. All models have an HD Rear Vision Camera. Several additional camera views, including an HD Surround Vision Camera, are available.

5. Its Hands-Free Driving Feature

You can give your arms a break without taking a rest stop if you opt to get the available 3 years of Super Cruise and Services by OnStar. You get Wi-Fi, in-vehicle apps, and various safety services if you choose this add-on. You also get hands-free driving technology, which lets you take your hands off the wheel while the vehicle steers and changes lanes by itself on compatible roads.

Visit Bacon Auto Ranch in Athens, TX, if you’re in the market for a Sierra 1500. Stop by on weekdays from 8 AM to 6 PM or Saturdays from 8 AM to 4 PM.