Compare Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD
GMC Sierra 2500 HD
Compare Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD
Compare Heavy-Duty Trucks from General Motors: How the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Stacks Up Against the GMC Sierra 2500
For jobs that require heavy lifting, you'll want a heavy-duty truck. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and GMC Sierra 2500 HD are two standout options in the heavy-duty class. These trucks - both built by General Motors - share several features and capabilities, but there are distinct differences. Our heavy-duty truck comparison looks into the Chevy Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500, so truck shoppers on both sides of the Mississippi River can make an informed decision. At Quinn Motors, we showcase new GMC trucks like the Sierra 2500 and new Chevrolet trucks like the Silverado 2500. Compare these new trucks for sale in Ellsworth, WI, at Quinn Motors.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Performance
Engines
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and GMC Sierra 2500 HD offer the same V8 engines. As you shop for these new trucks in Ellsworth, WI, you can choose a model with the 6.6-liter gas V8 engine rated for 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque or the Duramax® 6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8 engine that churns out 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque. Both the GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Chevy Silverado 2500 HD work with a 10-speed Allison® automatic transmission.
Capability
The higher towing capacity belongs to the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, which tops out at 22,420 pounds. A GMC Sierra 2500 HD can tow up to 22,390 pounds. Both trucks can help Baldwin, WI, drivers pull their boat, fifth-wheel camper, or gooseneck work trailer. The trucks have comparable Crew Cab towing capacities, with the Sierra 2500 checking in at 21,870 pounds and the Silverado 2500 logging 22,070 pounds of towing capability. Moving heavy materials from one St. Paul, MN, job site to another? A GMC Sierra 2500 HD can take on a maximum payload of 4,049 pounds. The Chevy Silverado 2500 HD can also handle payloads in excess of 4,000 pounds.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Interior
If truck shoppers from Red Wing, MN, are looking for a more upscale pickup, the GMC Sierra 2500 is a great choice. The Denali Ultimate has an Alpine Umber interior with full-grain leather seating and plaited contrast stitching. Best-in-class 16-way power front seats have massage settings in the GMC truck. The GMC Sierra 2500 HD also boasts best-in-class standard Crew Cab front headroom and legroom, offering more relaxation on long towing voyages back to River Falls, WI. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD also has a comfortable cab, but most high-end features are reserved for the High Country, which has premium leather seating surfaces with exclusive custom perforation, along with authentic open-pore wood trim.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Exterior
The Chevy Silverado HD has the hardest-working bed in the business; the bed has a high-strength roll-formed steel construction. Truck owners from Baldwin, WI, will also appreciate the 12 standard tie-downs of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, which has 83.5 cubic feet of cargo bed volume. That figure is more than any truck competitor. These models are sister trucks; that's why the GMC Sierra 2500 HD also boasts best-in-class HD cargo bed volume. GMC Sierra 2500 HD trucks are distinguished by the bold front end and the Denali's iconic chrome grille. GMC Sierra 2500 HD trucks feature a MultiPro™ Tailgate with six convenient functions. Truck owners from St. Paul, MN, can work with the comparable six-function Multi-Flex™ Tailgate when they choose a Chevy Silverado 2500 HD.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Technology
A 13.4-inch color touchscreen is paired with Google built-in technology to complete the Premium GMC Infotainment System of the Sierra 2500. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD also has a 13.4-inch touchscreen. Chevrolet with Google built-in gives Red Wing, MN, truck owners access to Google Assistant, Google Play, and Google Maps. Each truck offers a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center.
View towing navigation on the large 15-inch multicolor Head-Up Display of the GMC Sierra 2500. The Silverado sibling also offers a Head-Up Display. GMC Sierra 2500 HD trucks offer advanced trailering tech with a dedicated GMC ProGrade® Trailering System. Both heavy-duty trucks give River Falls, WI, drivers access to 14 camera views, including Transparent Trailer View.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Safety
Chevy Safety Assist leads the safety charge for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, while similar safety features for the GMC Sierra 2500 HD are packed by Sierra HD Pro Safety. Each truck has a standard Trailering Package with trailering mirrors and trailering safety features, helping you tow with peace of mind. GMC Sierra 2500 trucks offer Adaptive Cruise Control with Trailering. A Chevy Silverado 2500 HD truck can be equipped with Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert. Both trucks offer HD Surround Vision as an upgrade.
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD vs GMC Sierra 2500 HD - Trim Levels
The new Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD is available in WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, and High Country trims. The new GMC Sierra 2500 HD counters with Pro, SLE, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, and Denali Ultimate models.
As a new Chevy and GMC truck dealer serving Red Wing, MN, we have several of these options in stock. The ZR2 and AT4 off-road trims are comparable. For a high-end luxury truck, consider the High Country or Denali. The GMC Sierra 2500 has a secondary off-roading option in the AT4X and an additional luxury model in the Denali Ultimate.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500
Yes. A Duramax® Turbo-Diesel V8 engine - rated for 975 pound-feet of torque - is available. Shop for these heavy-duty diesel trucks near St. Paul, MN.
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD hauls heavier trailers, as evidenced by the segment-leading Crew Cab towing capacity of 22,070 pounds. The GMC Sierra 2500 HD has a Crew Cab towing capacity of 21,870 pounds. A Chevy Silverado 2500 HD has a maximum towing capacity of 22,420 pounds, which tops the Sierra at 22,390 pounds.
Both heavy-duty trucks can come with a large fuel tank holding 36 gallons.
The Chevy Silverado 2500 HD and GMC Sierra 2500 HD offer a Standard Bed spanning 82 inches and a Long Bed stretching 98 inches.
GMC Sierra 2500 and Chevy Silverado 2500 trucks are available in Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Double Cab styles.
Test Drive Both the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD & GMC Sierra 2500 HD in Ellsworth at Quinn Motors
Get a better feel for each truck when you test drive the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 at Quinn Motors. Truck financing options are available, along with lease offers. Be sure to browse our new truck specials as you shop!