2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 vs. 2025 Nissan Frontier Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

2025 Chevrolet
Silverado 2500

MSRP*: $45,300 to $73,100
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Frontier

2025 Nissan
Frontier

MSRP*: $32,050 to $45,610
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MPG - City Info not available 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 40.1 - 49.6 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 hp 310 hp
Towing Capacity 14,500 - 20,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 235.6 - 266.1 in 210.2 - 224.1 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 73.0 - 74.7 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front info not available
Rear 26.2 - 33.2 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 39.7 - 39.9 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 than the Nissan Frontier. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Nissan Frontier.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Frontier, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is much wider than the Nissan Frontier, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Frontier.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Nissan Frontier, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Frontier.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Nissan Frontier.

Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 offers a little more seating capacity than the Nissan Frontier, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 than the Nissan Frontier, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.