Nissan Frontier vs GMC Sierra 1500
Overview | |
Years produced1988-Present | Years produced1998-Present |
MSRP$37,700 | MSRP$32,050 |
Listings9583 | Listings9379 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is a full-size pickup truck that can be configured as a basic work vehicle, an off-roader, or a luxurious long-distance cruiser. However, that can also be said of the rival Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and Toyota Tundra, as well as the GMC’s twin—the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. In order to stay competitive with its rivals, the Sierra 1500 offers a number of notable features that combine for a well-executed pickup. | |
Reviews SummaryEquipped with a V6 engine, body-on-frame construction, and competitive towing and payload ratings, the 2025 Frontier gets several improvements that should help it to better compete with newer rivals. All Frontiers come with more standard safety features, and most models receive a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Towing capacity is up, more versions offer a long cargo bed option, and Nissan refines the look and feel of its only pickup. Verdict: Those changes make the 2025 Nissan Frontier more appealing. Not only that, but compared to some alternative models, the Frontier offers more comfortable front seats and a higher sense of quality. The Nissan’s excellent V6 engine is increasingly rare, too. But what the Frontier needs is a more compelling value equation. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine Name3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Torque430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length79.4 in | Bed Length73.3 in |
Curb Weight4440 lbs | Curb Weight4376 lbs |
Height75.7 in | Height71.5 in |
Length211.0 in | Length210.2 in |
Width81.1 in | Width84.1 in |
Wheelbase126.5 in | Wheelbase126.0 in |
Maximum Payload2230 lbs | Maximum Payload1590 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7150 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity9100 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1988-Present | 1998-Present |
MSRP | $37,700 | $32,050 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Verdict: The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is a full-size pickup truck that can be configured as a basic work vehicle, an off-roader, or a luxurious long-distance cruiser. However, that can also be said of the rival Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and Toyota Tundra, as well as the GMC’s twin—the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. In order to stay competitive with its rivals, the Sierra 1500 offers a number of notable features that combine for a well-executed pickup. | Equipped with a V6 engine, body-on-frame construction, and competitive towing and payload ratings, the 2025 Frontier gets several improvements that should help it to better compete with newer rivals. All Frontiers come with more standard safety features, and most models receive a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Towing capacity is up, more versions offer a long cargo bed option, and Nissan refines the look and feel of its only pickup. Verdict: Those changes make the 2025 Nissan Frontier more appealing. Not only that, but compared to some alternative models, the Frontier offers more comfortable front seats and a higher sense of quality. The Nissan’s excellent V6 engine is increasingly rare, too. But what the Frontier needs is a more compelling value equation. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | 3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 4 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | 3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 79.4 in | 73.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lbs | 4376 lbs |
Height | 75.7 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 211.0 in | 210.2 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 84.1 in |
Wheelbase | 126.5 in | 126.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 2230 lbs | 1590 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9100 lbs | 7150 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9100 lbs | |

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