2019 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500.
In comparing the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 have the same fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 is a better car than the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500.
Pricing: A used 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $29,499 to $48,727 while a used 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $30,900 to $51,000.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 both lose 38.1 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.6 out of 10. GMC Sierra 1500 is ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.8 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 makes 285 horsepower. Both the Sierra 1500 and the Sierra 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 588 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. Both the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 offer bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches.
Safety Ratings: The GMC Sierra 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.40 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$31,070
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$27,645 - $35,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$32,692
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,200 - $44,580
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$39,290
Price Range:
$29,499 - $48,727
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$32,234
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$25,300 - $39,290
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,148
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,789
# Good or Great Deals:
457
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$41,515
Price Range:
$30,900 - $51,000
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$36,220
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,148 - $41,515
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,420
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
72,256
# Good or Great Deals:
555
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 GMC Sierra 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
7.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
6.3 - 9.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
48.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
7.3 - 10.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
48.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
9.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 30.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
9.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 13.9
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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7 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, Base, Denali, Elevation, SLE, SLT
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, Base, Denali, Elevation, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Max Payload:
2240 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Max Payload:
2240 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4257 lbs
Width:
81.2 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.6 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4520 lbs
Width:
81.2 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.6 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Dark Sky Metallic / Indigo Blue / Pacific Blue Metallic
Brown
Deep Mahogany Metallic
Gray
Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Satin Steel Metallic
Green
Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Cardinal Red / Dark Toreador Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Dark Sky Metallic / Indigo Blue / Pacific Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Satin Steel Metallic
Green
Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Cardinal Red / Dark Toreador Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black