General Motors refreshed its full-size SUV lineup for the 2025 model year, showing off a long list of important updates and changes. Among them were new 24-inch wheel options for the Chevy Tahoe and Chevy Suburban, marking the very first time in which 24-inch wheels were available for both nameplates directly from GM. Now, as the market for premium full-size trucks continues to grow, it’s time for GM to bring that same bold styling and commanding presence with the Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500.
The latest fourth-generation light-duty Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra launched for the 2019 model year, with a refresh introduced for the 2022.5 (otherwise known as the 2022 interim) model year. Naturally, the styling for both pickups evolved over the that timespan, but nevertheless, neither offer 24-inch wheels. Rather, both nameplates top out at 22-inches. To note, both trucks ride on the GM T1 platform, the same platform as the Chevy Tahoe and Chevy Suburban SUVs.
Not that the implementation of new 24-inch wheel options shouldn’t be done correctly. For example, with regard to high-end trims like the Silverado High Country and GMC Sierra Denali / Denali Ultimate, 24-inch wheels would elevate the aesthetics while reinforcing their position as aspirational purchases. Indeed, luxury trucks are as much about image and prestige as they are about utility, and by offering this upgrade, GM would cater to those customers that seek head-turning design for their pickup.
Interestingly, it’s possible that GM may offer new 24-inch wheel options for the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra in conjunction with the 2026 or 2027 model year updates. At this point, the forthcoming 2027-model-year overhaul is the more likely target, given both nameplates will launch a new generation for 2027. Check out our previous coverage for additional info on what to expect.
Do you agree that GM should offer 24-inch wheels on the Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500? Let us know by voting in the poll, and make sure to voice your opinion in the comments as well!
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I’d like to know the weight difference between the 20, 22 and 24 inch wheel packages, because unsprung weight is never a good thing. I’m sure the ride quality suffers with the shorter sidewall height along with offroad capability and pothole resistance. But if you like the large diameter look and don’t mind the cost, go for it.
Imagine the low-profile stuff is great for performance cars at Nürburgring.
But for a truck in the real world? I’ll take taller sidewalls.
Gawd no, not in my state… Unless they provide a no cost lifetime warranty and I think BIG Wheels look hideous. I like some sidewall and the better ride.
Hard pass. They look stupid, are very expensive, and hard on tires.
I think 22″ is the most you’d want on a pickup truck. As others have said, the short sidewall worsens the ride quality, and works against the fancy magnetic suspension on the Denali trims. Not to mention the tires are quite expensive for that size of wheels and being low-profile. What I’d like more is to expand the Vader Chrome trim bits on the Denali Ultimate to all of the trip pieces–door handles, window trim, badges, lower front trim, etc….make it look more cohesive. And we still need better quality paint.
no thanks. Dont need my truck ridin like a buckin horse.
Obviously not everyone wants 24″ or even 22″ wheels so why are you forced to take them if you want a High Country Tahoe or Suburban. This just forces those who don’t want the bigger wheels to go with the Premier. Hopefully if they decide to offer them on the Silverado and Sierra it will be as an option you chose if you want them. Leave the 18″ or 20″ wheels as standard equipment, better ride and a lot more and less expensive choices when it comes time to replace tires.
<—— is old enough to recall a time when trucks were actually used for "truck" purposes and therefore had actual functioning truck purposed tires. Not glamour tires from the hood.
I did not upgrade the rims when I ordered my 22 Tahoe Premier. Driving a vehicle this large and heavy, I want as much rubber as possible between the pavement and the rims for those potholes on Michigan’s worst roads.
Tire stores will rejoice! In my 50 years of driving I’ve replaced more 20” plus tires than all the lower aspect ratio tires combined. Lower the profile the lower the tolerance for hazards and curbs. And the worse the ride and inmost cases the handling.
Whoever wants big rims on a truck or even a Suburban or Tahoe better be getting rim insurance on them. Plus imo they look stupid on a truck. I miss the days when you purchase an off-road package on a truck and they put serious all terrain tires on the truck.
The giant wheel fad needs to die.
Wheels should enhance the appearance of a vehicle. The wheels pictured detract.
Most trucks aren’t used for what they used to be used for so I guess you may as well put rubber band tires on the. Just don’t make it the only one available. Make 17’s on option for all but the top trim level for real working trucks
With low pro tires the load carrying capacity goes down compared to actual truck tires D and E load range. Big rims cause big price on tires.
Nah, 24″ is piddly. Need 30″ rims to look decent. Would make it easier at the plant too, give the worker a bucket of black rubberized paint and a wide brush to slather around the perimeter of the rim… no more “tires” to waste time mounting and balancing!
My truck came with 22” wheels and low profile tires. Hate them!
18’s for the win. Seriously if you use your truck as a truck and take it in the woods you want as much sidewall as possible. If you want a mall crawler buy a jeep.
18 people comment above, and they all agree. Even 22″ wheels are too big for a truck. Make it 19 comments now, because I agree that 24″ wheels are just a silly idea. They ride too harsh, and are too susceptible to damage in regions with poor road quality such as the Midwest; which is probably the biggest market for GM trucks.
I have 20″ wheels on my ’23 Sierra Elevation. That is about the perfect size for truck tires. In my state of Michigan, there are some pretty rough roads and deep potholes every spring, so the added sidewall is great.