2025 GMC Sierra 1500

The Sierra 1500 offers eight trims, each one tailored for a different personality. The Pro trim is the no-nonsense workhorse, perfect for those who believe “chrome” is what you scrape off a bumper after a long week. Step up to the SLE and SLT, and suddenly you’re rolling with chrome accents and a sense of polished civility. The Elevation trim turns moody and brooding with its blacked-out 20-inch wheels and matching mesh grille—ideal if you like your truck with a hint of Gotham energy. The AT4 and AT4X trims are trail-ready beasts, boasting factory lifts, Rancho® shocks, skid plates, and enough rugged gear to make the Hatfield–McCoy trails feel like a gravel driveway. Finally, the Denali and Denali Ultimate trims bring the red-carpet experience to Beckley’s hills. With Vader Chrome grilles, power-retractable steps, and dazzling 22-inch 7-spoke wheels, these trucks whisper “luxury” louder than a coal train whistle on a quiet night.

Under the hood, the Sierra 1500 offers a buffet of engines, each one more tempting than the last. The standard TurboMax™ delivers 310 hp and a Class-Leading 430 lbs.-ft. of torque—more than enough to make hauling gear through the Appalachians feel like child’s play. The 5.3L V8 ups the ante with 355 hp and 383 lbs.-ft. of torque, giving you effortless confidence for towing or highway cruising. But the showstopper? The 6.2L V8, flexing 420 hp and 460 lbs.-ft. of torque. It’s the engine equivalent of showing up to a Beckley tailgate with your own smoker and live band. And for those who value brawn with brains, the 3.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel is the quiet achiever, serving up a Class-Leading 495 lbs.-ft. of torque with enough efficiency to make long hauls feel civilized.

On the road—or well off it—the Sierra 1500 is equal parts gentleman and gladiator. The suspension soaks up I-64’s highway stretches with limousine smoothness, yet it doesn’t blink when pointed toward a muddy trail in the New River Gorge. AT4 and AT4X trims elevate the adventure with Multimatic® DSSV dampers, locking differentials, and adaptive suspension that make conquering rocky climbs or snowy hollers feel effortless. Towing is where the Sierra flexes its muscles. With a max capacity of 13,200 lbs. and the ProGrade™ Trailering System, you get up to 14 camera views so precise you could practically thread a trailer hitch blindfolded (though please, don’t try that in traffic). Whether it’s construction gear or a camper bound for Summersville Lake, this truck has the grit to get it there.

Inside, the Sierra 1500 trades work boots for Italian loafers. The cabin is spacious and versatile, especially in crew cab form, with enough room for your crew or your family (or both, if you’ve got one of those “family business” situations). The Denali trims wrap you in leather and open-pore wood, while the AT4X pampers off-roaders with massaging, heated, ventilated seats—because why shouldn’t you enjoy a back rub while conquering a mud pit? A crisp 13.4-inch touchscreen anchors the infotainment system, complete with wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and navigation sharp enough to guide you through Beckley’s backroads without ever missing a turn. Storage is abundant too, with clever under-seat cubbies and a cavernous center console that can hide everything from work gloves to a week’s worth of snacks.

The Sierra 1500 is as serious about safety as it is about style. Standard tech includes Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist, and Automatic Emergency Braking. Higher trims add luxuries like Adaptive Cruise Control, Park Assist, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert—tools that make navigating busy Beckley intersections or backing a trailer into a tight spot almost relaxing. Add in the ProGrade™ Trailering System’s hitch guidance and trailer light checks, and suddenly towing feels less like a chore and more like a well-rehearsed dance. In short, the Sierra 1500 isn’t just about protecting passengers—it’s about protecting your peace of mind.