Are you trying to decide between a midsize and full-size pickup for your next truck? Check out the differences between the 2025 GMC Canyon and the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 before heading to your GMC dealership to test out the one that checks all your boxes.
Engine Power
Both the 2025 Canyon and 2025 Sierra 1500 are powered by the same standard TurboMax engine with 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This is the only option for the Canyon, but if you need a heftier engine, the Sierra 1500 can be optioned with a 5.3-liter V8 for 355 hp and 383 lb-ft. Both pickups can be equipped with rear- or four-wheel drive.
Depending on the trim level, you can also configure your Sierra 1500 with a 6.2-liter V8 with 420 hp and 460 lb-ft, or a 3.0-liter turbo diesel engine that makes 305 hp and 495 lb-ft. Choosing any of the optional engines also upgrades the transmission to a 10-speed automatic.
Cab and Bed Options
The Canyon is offered exclusively with a four-door, five-seat cab, and a cargo bed floor measuring just over 5 ft long. Eight tie-downs are standard in the bed, and available options include rear bumper steps, a half-gate position to accommodate long items, and a 120-volt outlet. Sierra 1500 models offer short, regular, and long beds ranging from 5.8 ft to 8.2 ft. Tailgate and bed trail protection caps are standard, and customization options include a drop-in liner and LED lighting.
Three cab options are also available for the Sierra 1500: the three-seat Regular Cab can be configured with the standard or long bed, the Double Cab can fit up to six and is exclusively paired with the standard bed, while the Crew Cab features full-sized rear doors and can be equipped with the short or standard bed.
Towing Capacity
All 2025 Canyon models are rated to tow up to 7,700 lbs, which is perfect for hauling recreational equipment, trailers for DIY moves, and more. When configured with the Regular Cab, rear-wheel drive, and the long bed option, the 2025 Sierra 1500 can tow up to 9,500 lbs with the base engine. The maximum 13,200 lb rating can be achieved with the Double Cab, rear-wheel drive, standard bed, diesel engine, the available Max Trailering Package, and 20-inch wheels and tires.
No matter which of these trucks stands out to you most, you can’t go wrong with a GMC model for your next pickup. Visit Gerald Jones GMC in Graniteville, SC when you’re ready to check out the lineup in person!
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