When you’re shopping for a capable full-size truck, both the 2025 Ford F-150 and Sierra 1500 deserve your time and energy. But which of these light-duty pickups comes out on top? Our comparison guide helps you get a handle on your priorities!
Key Takeaways
- The Sierra 1500 starts at the lowest price — though not by much!
- Choose the F-150 for both a cushy ride and user-friendly cabin.
- Ford’s light-duty trucks delivers tech features you can’t get anywhere else!
- As usual, the F-150 offers best-in-class workhorse capabilities and more power than the competition.
Lowest MSRP: 2025 GMC Sierra 1500
When it comes to price, how does the 2025 Ford F-150 compare to the GMC Sierra 1500? The Sierra 1500 wins this one by a hair, with an MSRP of $38,300*. The base Sierra 1500 trim model, the Pro, is pretty handsomely equipped, too. It comes with smartphone-friendly infotainment and a few driver safety aids, like forward collision mitigation and lane-keeping assistance.
The entry-level Ford F-150 costs just a little bit more, starting at $38,810*. Compared to the competition, the base F-150 XL throws in a few extra features, making up for the price difference with items like a digital instrument panel and bigger infotainment touchscreen. This truck even delivers a longer list of standard safety aids, adding blind-spot warning and rear automatic emergency braking to the aforementioned items.
*Price as of 6/5/25.
Comfiest Cruising: 2025 Ford F-150
Assembled right here in Michigan, it’s almost like the F-150 was made for Midwest weather. Features like heated seats and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel help keep your body comfortable and your mind on the road, where it belongs. In spite of humid summer weather, the F-150’s dual-zone automatic climate control and ventilated front seats offer a cool cruise. And compared to the competition, the F-150 will impress you with its supportive seating and intuitive layout. You can even use most dash controls while wearing warm gloves!
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 offers many of the aforementioned comfort features, all of which do a great job of keeping you comfortable. However, the Sierra’s dials and buttons are on the small side, so adjusting the settings while you’re trying to navigate icy roads can get complicated. You’ll also notice that the Sierra’s seats aren’t quite as cushy as the ones in the F-150. They’re comfortable enough, though — if not as supportive as the competition!
Modern Technology: 2025 Ford F-150
When it comes to tech features, the F-150 is the most innovative truck in its segment. Ford has come up with quite a few items designed to make your job easier and your vacations more fun, including the Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, and Pro Power Onboard generator. And where the Sierra 1500 only offers its hands-free driving technology, Super Cruise, on its most expensive trim model, the F-150 makes BlueCruise available on the mid-level XLT trim and up!
Of course, these trucks have plenty of tech features in common. For instance, both come standard with infotainment touchscreens (12 inches in the F-150 and 7 inches in the Sierra) and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. And both trucks offer your choice of driver safety aids, from blind-spot warning to adaptive cruise control!
Powerful Performance: 2025 Ford F-150
Not only can the F-150 tow and haul best-in-class loads, but it also offers the most incredible list of engine options! Whether you’re looking to save at the pump (earning up to 23 mpg combined with the PowerBoost hybrid) or launch into a high-speed off-road race (check out the Raptor R’s supercharged V8), there’s an F-150 powertrain for you. Shopping for a dependable workhorse? With the right configuration and equipment, Ford’s bestselling truck can tow up to 13,500 pounds or haul payloads weighing up to 2,440 pounds. Plus, most trim models are ready for adventure, with standard four-wheel drive!
2025 Ford F-150 Engine Options
- 2.7L turbocharged V6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft)
- 5.0L V8 (400 hp, 410 lb-ft)
- 3.5L turbo V6 (400 hp, 500 lb-ft)
- 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 (430 hp, 570 lb-ft)
- Raptor-exclusive 3.5L turbo V6 (450 hp, 510 lb-ft)
- Raptor R-exclusive 5.2L supercharged V8 (720 hp, 640 lb-ft)
- 10-speaker automatic transmission
- XL: Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
- XLT and up: Four-wheel drive
While the Sierra 1500 offers fewer engine options, you can’t say it doesn’t deliver a strong performance. If you’re looking for maximum fuel economy, the available diesel engine certainly delivers, earning up to 26 mpg combined. (Then again, the Sierra’s diesel inline-six isn’t nearly as powerful as the F-150’s PowerBoost hybrid V6.) But the Sierra 1500 lags behind when it comes to overall power, with no engine options to compete with the F-150 Raptor’s thrilling performance. Properly equipped, this GMC truck can tow up to 13,200 pounds or haul max payloads of 2,230 pounds.
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Powertrain Options
- 2.7L turbocharged four-cylinder engine (310 hp, 430 lb-ft)
- 3.0L turbo inline six-cylinder diesel engine (305 hp, 495 lb-ft)
- 5.3L V8 (355 hp, 383 lb-ft)
- 6.2L V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
Best Truck in the Midwest
In the end, it’s easy to see why the F-150 has been the nation’s bestselling vehicle for decades on end. Treat yourself to best-in-class capabilities, exclusive tech features, and cozy winter cruising in Ford’s full-size pickup! Visit us at Lunghamer Ford to see why the F-150 is America’s sweetheart.