2017 Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500
It's time for you to add a new light-duty pickup truck to your daily drive, but which new model provides the best performance, advanced technology, and modern convenience features? Both the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2017 Ram 1500 are popular options, but only one new pickup truck truly stands out when the two are compared side-by-side. For the purpose of this analysis, the 2017 GMC Sierra Crew Cab starting at $36,720 will be compared to the 2017 RAM 1500 Express Crew Cab and its starting MSRP of $34,795.
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2017 Ram 1500: Performance Specs
It's time for you to add a new light-duty pickup truck to your daily drive, but which new model provides the best performance, advanced technology, and modern convenience features? Both the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2017 Ram 1500 are popular options, but only one new pickup truck truly stands out when the two are compared side-by-side. For the purpose of this analysis, the 2017 GMC Sierra Crew Cab starting at $36,720 will be compared to the 2017 RAM 1500 Express Crew Cab and its starting MSRP of $34,795.
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2017 Ram 1500: Comfort & Convenience
The differences in comfort between the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2017 Ram 1500 are obvious as soon as you sit behind the wheel. The Ram 1500 is available with only vinyl seating surfaces, while the GMC Sierra 1500 comes with high quality cloth seating, even at the standard trim level. But that's not the only key difference between the two pickup trucks when it comes to comfort and convenience.
- A CornerStep rear chrome bumper and four upper cargo box tie-downs come standard with the GMC Sierra 1500, but aren't offered on the Ram 1500.
- All-weather floor mats and floor liners are available with the Sierra 1500. However, they aren't offered with the Ram 1500 Express.
- GMC offers several packages for the Sierra 1500 including an Interior Protection, Sierra Appearance, and Convenience Package to allow drivers a higher level of comfort and design. The Ram 1500 pickup truck isn't nearly as customizable.
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2017 Ram 1500: Safety & Technology
Features One glance at the interior of the 2017 Ram 1500 and the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 and it's clear which new pickup truck gives drivers more safety and technology features. Developed with an array of airbags throughout the cabin, a 4.2-in. color display, and advanced controls, the new GMC Sierra 1500 simply comes with more standard technology and safety features than the Ram 1500.
- The Ram 1500 features a 3.0-in AM/FM radio, while the GMC Sierra 1500 offers a 4.2-in. color screen with multiple ports and jacks in addition to standard radio functions.
- The 4-wheel antilock disc brakes and dual-stage frontal, head curtain, and seat mounted side-impact airbags included with the GMC Sierra 1500 provide the stopping power and protection you need.
- The GMC Sierra 1500 comes with steering wheel-mounted controls to put cruise control and audio functions in the driver's hands.
Finance or Lease a New GMC Sierra 1500 Today!
Featuring awesome power, modern comfort, and state-of-the-art technology, the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 is the ideal pickup truck to upgrade your daily drive. Browse through the new pickup truck inventory at McQuillen Chevrolet GMC in Erie, PA, and then check out the latest finance and lease incentives to learn how much you can save. Whether you're looking to find a lease deal with a reasonable payment or take thousands off the MSRP on a finance deal, factory-direct incentives are the best option.
Contact the team at our GMC dealership through our inquiry form or by phone at 877-544-1134 to learn how to fit a new Sierra 1500 pickup truck into your monthly budget.
