GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo vs Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6

Comparison winners

3 metrics
0-100 winner GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Tie 310 hp Same value
Price winner Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 $37,240 Runner-up: $44,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo against the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. Both belong to the pickup class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. Their listed outputs are also identical at 310 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo at 583 Nm and 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 at 381 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo has the lower recorded consumption at 10.2 L/100km; 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is listed at 11.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo carries the higher towing rating at 4,173 kg, while 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is listed at 2,948 kg. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo is 594 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 has the lower listed starting price at $37,240, compared with $44,900 for 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V62025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s7.0 s
Top Speed180 km/h175 km/h
Power310 hp310 hp
Torque583 Nm381 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank91 L80 L
Efficiency10.2 L/100km11.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions233 g/km256 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,887 mm5,293 mm
Ground Clearance210 mm231 mm
Curb Weight2,340 kg2,051 kg
Towing4,173 kg2,948 kg
Seats65
Turning Circle12.4 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$37,240

GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo vs Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

Both specifications are listed at 310 hp.

Which can tow more, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo has the higher listed towing capacity at 4,173 kg (9,200 lb), compared with 2,948 kg (6,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo is heavier at 2,340 kg (5,159 lb), while 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is listed at 2,051 kg (4,522 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $37,240 USD, compared with $44,900 USD for 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2.7L Turbo leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.