2025 GMC Sierra 3500 vs. 2024 Toyota Tundra Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500

2025 GMC
Sierra 3500

MSRP*: $47,500 to $96,400
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Tundra

2024 Toyota
Tundra

MSRP*: $39,965 to $65,790
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 358-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 389-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 - 470 hp 358 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 8,300 - 12,000 lbs
Exterior Length 236.6 - 266.8 in 233.6 - 252.5 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 80.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 33.3 - 41.6 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 39.3 - 41.0 in
Rear 36.9 - 38.9 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 GMC Sierra 3500 than the Toyota Tundra. The GMC Sierra 3500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Toyota Tundra.

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 GMC Sierra 3500 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Tundra.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Sierra 3500 is much wider than the Toyota Tundra, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the GMC Sierra 3500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Tundra.

Handling
The GMC Sierra 3500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota Tundra, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Sierra 3500 is clearly the choice over the Toyota Tundra for pulling heavy loads. The GMC Sierra 3500 has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Tundra.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the GMC Sierra 3500 doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Toyota Tundra.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the GMC Sierra 3500 as you will the Toyota Tundra.