As is also the case for their ICE-based siblings, the all-electric Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV share similar underpinnings, but present very different exterior styling. One key design distinction lies in the sail panels, a subtle yet significant element that plays a major role in the the trucks’ profile styling. The question is – which sail panel design do you prefer?
Chevy Silverado EV
GMC Sierra EV
For those readers who may be unaware, a sail panel is the triangular body panel that bridges the gap between the rearmost side window and the rear of the cab. Its function is both aesthetic and practical, as a properly design sail panel can enhance airflow around the back of the cab, while also reinforcing the cab structure.
Both the Silverado EV and Sierra EV feature unique takes on this design element. Viewed side by side, the sail panels on the Chevy Silverado EV are more angled, with a design that seems to evoke the profile of the iconic Chevy Avalanche. These panels seamlessly integrate with the bed, creating a smooth, flowing silhouette that complements the Silverado EV’s sleek and modern styling.
Chevy Silverado EV
Meanwhile, the sail panels on the GMC Sierra EV take a slightly different approach, presenting a design that’s shorter and drop down to the bed rails at a steeper angle compared to the Silverado EV. This design is also much simpler, forgoing the styling creases seen in the Silverado EV and lending the Sierra EV a more upright and robust appearance, emphasizing its bold, commanding presence.
GMC Sierra EV
Both designs serve a purpose, blending form and function to improve aerodynamics and reinforce the cab structure. However, the design philosophies differ, offering unique visual identities for each truck. All of which leads us to ask – which design do you prefer? Cast your vote in the poll below, and make sure to make yourself heard by posting in the comments as well!
Comments
I really want to like both of these vehicles. But the MSRP of $97k is out-right insanity to pay for a truck. If this truck was priced at $65K, with the ability of some rebates or incentives. It would sell much better and get more people interested in it
Can we please retire the “shark fin”?
No ICE = no interest.
Neither. Same with the one on the Traverse.
I do not like fin, looks unfinished. I was going to buy a new equinox but will not with the fin.
GMC looks better.
The GMC looks better, but I’m not interested in either one as EV is not my cup of tea. They are good for 15 min cities, so we should see plenty of them in Palisades, Calif. real soon after they build their 15 minute city where the fires were.
So it was the ev s that kept the fires burning . So many there
Good point. When you see the numerous videos of burned vehicles where it got so intensely hot that even the sheet metal is gone and only the frame remains, that’s most likely a burned-out EV.
As the owner of a 2003 Avalanche, I really like the look of the Avy’s sail, and prefer the look of the Silverado EV’s sail to the Sierra. However, sometimes the sail does interfere with large items loaded in the bed, so in spite of the looks, I purchased a 2025 Sierra EV. I prefer the GMC’s interior layout over the Chevy’s, as well. I’m keeping the Avalanche as a spare vehicle.
Now we know what styling clue to look for to identify and laugh at the EV buyer who just suffered KBB’s reported 36% immediate depreciation when they drove it off the dealer’s lot.