2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty vs 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD
The GMC Sierra 3500HD wins clearly, 94 to 42, on safety.
2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty
The 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty is a pickup truck; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHTSA's …
2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD
The 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD is a pickup truck; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHTSA's reca…
2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD
Clear winThe GMC Sierra 3500HD wins clearly, 94 to 42, on safety.
| Category · weight | 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HDoverall 94 | 2025 Ford F-250 Super Dutyoverall 42 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 94 | 42 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 94 | 42 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 1 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for GMC Sierra 3500HD
Ford F-250 Super Duty: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
GMC Sierra 3500HD: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Ford F-250 Super Duty: base trim XL 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD wins
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 56).
What they share
- 17 owner complaints.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
40 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 8 |
| Engine displacement | — | 6,800 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas |
| Fuel injection system | — | Sequential multi-port electronic |
| Valve configuration | — | Pushrod and rocker arms, two valves per cylinder |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 405 hp |
| Torque | — | 445 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.31 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 10 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 9.7 in |
| Overall height | — | 78.9 in |
| Overall length | — | 232 in |
| Overall width | — | 80 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 141 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 78.5 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 3 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 43.9 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 6,264 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 5,697 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 10,000 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 4,268 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent twin I-beam with coil springs, shock absorbers, stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Solid axle, leaf springs |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric assist hydraulic recirculating ball |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 363 mm |
| Front brake type | — | Vented disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 363 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | Vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | LT245/75R17E BSW A/S |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 34 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | FordPass Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 3 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 66.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
44 features · differences first, then sharedSafety15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pedestrian Detection | — | opt |
| Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Forward Collision Warning | — | opt |
| Driver and Passenger frontal and side airbag/curtain | — | std |
| Rear View Camera | — | std |
| Safety Canopy® System (incl. side-curtain airbags) | — | std |
| Trailer Sway Control | — | std |
| AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) | — | std |
| Ford Security Package (1-year included with activation) | — | std |
| Four-Wheel Disc Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | — | std |
| Speed Sign Recognition | — | opt |
| Traction Control | — | std |
| Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | — | std |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) | — | std |
Infotainment7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| FordPass Connect™ – Remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle | — | std |
| FordPass Connect™ with 5G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices | — | std |
| FordPass Connect™ – Locate parked vehicle | — | std |
| AM/FM stereo MP3 player (4 speakers Regular Cab, 6 speakers SuperCab/Crew Cab) | — | std |
| FordPass Connect™ – Check vehicle status | — | std |
| Steering wheel-mounted audio and SYNC® controls | — | std |
| SYNC® 4 – 8" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability | — | std |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Power Onboard – 2KW | — | opt |
| Upfitter Switches (6) – located in overhead console | — | opt |
| Vehicle Integration System 2.0 | — | opt |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning – manual, single zone | — | std |
| Rapid-Heat Supplemental Cab Heater (6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel engine) | — | opt |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| HD vinyl 40/20/40 split bench w/center armrest, cupholder and storage (manual lumbar) | — | std |
| Manual lumbar support, driver's side | — | std |
Interior2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" LCD Productivity Screen | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescoping steering wheel/column (Manual on XL, XLT and Lariat) | — | std |
Exterior3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Box Lighting (incl. LED Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)) | — | opt |
| Manually telescoping/folding trailer tow with power/heated glass, heated convex spotter mirror, integrated clearance lamps/turn signals | — | std |
| Quad beam halogen jewel effect Headlamps | — | std |
Powertrain5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) (4x4 only) | — | std |
| Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® (6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel engine) | — | std |
| Rear Electronic Locking Differential | — | opt |
| Selectable Drive Modes (Normal, Eco, Slippery Roads, Tow/Haul) | — | std |
| Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) | — | std |
Cargo5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5" Built Ford Tough® Trailer Hitch Receiver | — | std |
| Tow/Haul Drive Mode | — | std |
| 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package | — | opt |
| Trailer Brake Controller (incl. Smart Trailer Tow Connector) | — | opt |
| Trailer Tow Package – 7-wire harness w/relays & 7/4 pin connector | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPGMC Sierra 3500HD
Top recalls
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 26V129000 · 11,807 vehicles
Ford F-250 Super Duty
Top recalls
- critical Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25V401000 · 2,345 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V653000 · 102,159 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Power Train 26V119000 · 11,431 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- high Fuel System, Diesel 25V306000 · 5 vehicles
- high Power Train 25V163000 · 11,621 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| GMC Sierra 3500HD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 6 trims |
| Powertrains | — | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | — | — |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | — | — |
| EPA annual fuel cost | — | — |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD or the 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
The GMC Sierra 3500HD wins clearly, 94 to 42, on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD scores 94 and the 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty 42. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD or the 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty: no NHTSA rating yet, grade F, 8 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD and the 2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
Where the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD wins: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 56). What they share: 17 owner complaints.