Chevrolet

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LT Extended Range

Trail Boss

RST Max Range

Silverado EV

The Chevrolet Silverado EV enters the full-size electric truck segment as a purpose-built rival to the Ford F-150 Lightning and Ram 1500 REV, built on GM's Ultium platform rather than adapted from an ICE architecture. Reviewers at MotorTrend and Car and Driver have highlighted its industry-leading range figures — particularly the RST Max Range's 460-mile EPA rating — and its surprisingly compliant ride given its mass. The modular frunk, multi-flex tailgate, and available hands-free highway driving via Super Cruise are frequently cited as standout features that give it a genuine edge over competitors.

RST Max Range posts a 460-mile EPA-rated range, the highest of any full-size electric truck currently on sale

760 hp and a 4.0-second 0–60 mph time in the RST Max Range trim, with even base Work Truck delivering 510 hp and a 4.5-second sprint

Built on a dedicated EV platform, allowing a large front trunk and more usable cab and bed packaging compared to converted ICE-based competitors

Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance is available and covers an extensive mapped highway network, a capability Ford's equivalent system has not yet matched in scope

DC fast charging at up to 350 kW on higher trims enables meaningful real-world charging stops shorter than those of the F-150 Lightning

Entry Work Truck trim starts at $57,095 but the most desirable features — Max Range battery, Super Cruise, RST styling — are locked behind the $89,700 RST, a significant price jump

Curb weight exceeds 8,000 lbs on upper trims, which some reviewers note affects maneuverability in tight spaces and puts it over the threshold for certain parking structures

Availability has been limited and trim rollout phased, with the Work Truck initially restricted to fleet buyers, frustrating retail consumers who want the lower entry price

Interior quality on lower trims has drawn criticism from Edmunds reviewers for not fully matching the premium price point, with some hard plastics inconsistent with the overall cost

Elevation Standard Range

Elevation Max Range

Denali Edition 1

Sierra EV

The GMC Sierra EV enters the full-size electric pickup segment as a direct rival to the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T, built on GM's Ultium platform and positioned above its Chevy Silverado EV sibling in price and refinement. Reviewers highlight the Elevation Max Range's 460-mile EPA rating as a segment-leading figure that meaningfully addresses range anxiety for truck buyers, while the Denali Edition 1's interior finish drew favorable comparisons to luxury trucks. It targets buyers who want traditional truck capability without compromising on technology or range.

Elevation Max Range delivers 460 miles of EPA-rated range, the highest of any electric pickup currently on the market

Denali Edition 1 interior quality, including Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance, received praise from MotorTrend and Car and Driver as genuinely premium rather than aspirational

MultiPro Midgate and frunk storage system extends bed versatility beyond what most combustion Sierra configurations offer

AT4 trim includes factory-tuned off-road suspension and underbody protection, giving it a credible off-road specification rather than a cosmetic package

Up to 10,000 lb towing capacity cited by GMC, with DC fast charging at up to 350 kW reducing charge stops on towing trips

Entry Elevation Standard Range is EPA-rated at only 283 miles, a significant drop that may push most buyers toward the $86,895 Max Range trim to feel adequately equipped

Pricing starts at $73,600 and climbs to nearly $100,000 for Denali Edition 1, placing it well above comparable combustion Sierra trims and some rivals like the F-150 Lightning

Real-world towing range, as tested by outlets including InsideEVs, drops substantially under load, a limitation shared across the segment but pronounced given the truck's size

GM's Ultium charging network reliability and availability lagged behind Tesla's Supercharger network at launch, adding uncertainty for long-distance travel planning

	Chevrolet Silverado EV	GMC Sierra EV
Body type	pickup truck	pickup truck
Trims	4	4
Starting price	$57,095	$73,600
Max EPA range	460 mi	460 mi
Max power	760 hp	760 hp
Quickest 0–60	4.0 s	4.5 s
Federal tax credit	$7,500 eligible	$7,500 eligible
Drive options	Dual-Motor AWD	Dual-Motor AWD
	Full Chevrolet Silverado EV specs →	Full GMC Sierra EV specs →

Chevrolet Silverado EV vs. GMC Sierra EV