2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 GMC Sierra 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2021 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 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500.
When comparing the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 have the same fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a better car than the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500.
Pricing: A used 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $24,791 to $45,748 while a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $29,743 to $49,450.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 42.5 percent of its value and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 0.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.0 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is ranked 3 out of 10 Best Full-Size Trucks and GMC Sierra 1500 is ranked 4 out of 10, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.0 out of 10. For the GMC Sierra 1500 the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Sierra 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 makes 285 horsepower. Both the Silverado 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 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. Both the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 offer bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500, with an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.69 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
29300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
33666
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
29290 - 45430
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
30100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
33666
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
29290 - 45430
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
35139
Price Range:
24791 - 45748
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
35718
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
27297 - 41484
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4466
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74222
# Good or Great Deals:
2236
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
39764
Price Range:
29743 - 49450
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
35718
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
27297 - 41484
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2512
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74751
# Good or Great Deals:
1348
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.8 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
6.6 - 11.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.373
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 GMC Sierra 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
6.6 - 11.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.349
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.023508260074468
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.5 - 30.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.666472708218369
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.5 - 30.2
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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4 out of / 8Available 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
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Custom, Custom Trail Boss, High Country, LT, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, RST, Work Truck
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, Base, Denali, Elevation, Elevation Standard, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 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):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.69 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 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):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 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:
7800 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
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
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
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
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
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:
4520 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.5 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 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:
255/70R17
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
Black
Blue
Indigo Blue / Northsky Blue Metallic
Brown
Oxford Brown Metallic
Gray
Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Satin Steel Metallic / Shadow Gray Metallic
Green
Green / Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Dark Toreador Red / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice 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
Brownstone Metallic
Gray
Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Satin Steel Metallic
Green
Green / Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Cardinal Red / Dark Toreador Red
Silver
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White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
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Interior Colors
Black
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