6 Pickup Trucks Poised for Major Price Drops in Early 2025
Planning to purchase a pickup truck in the coming months? Your timing is opportune. While vehicle prices often remain stable or increase annually, several popular pickup truck models are bucking this trend, with significant price drops anticipated in early 2025.
Industry analysts suggest that the anticipated early-year discounts stem from dealerships clearing out remaining 2024 inventory, manufacturers responding to slower sales, and strategic positioning of specific models. Here are the trucks to watch if you are hoping to get a deal this winter.
Chevy Silverado 1500
The Silverado is expected to see major incentives on existing 2024 models as Chevy prepares for the redesigned 2025 versions. According to automotive expert Chris Pyle of JustAnswer, “The Chevy Silverado 1500 tops the list” of vehicles likely to have substantial cash-back offers on leftover models.
Dealerships are anticipated to offer significant discounts on these trucks to clear inventory, making early 2025 an excellent time to negotiate a deal on this popular full-size pickup.
Jeep Gladiator
Jeep’s pickup hasn’t met sales expectations, creating favorable conditions for large discounts. With 2024 models still occupying valuable lot space, Jeep is offering aggressive incentives to move these trucks.
“The Jeep Gladiator tops that list” of vehicles with significant cash-back offers, Pyle said. Watch for dealerships to offer substantial price reductions by February, especially on higher-trim models.
Ford F-150 Lightning
Electric vehicle (EV) prices are falling across the board, and Ford’s electric F-150 is no exception. After price adjustments throughout 2024, Pyle said the Lightning is expected to see another substantial drop in early 2025 as Ford works to boost lagging sales and compete with newer EV truck offerings.
Look for notable price cuts on select configurations within the first quarter, making this a great time for buyers interested in electric trucks.
GMC Sierra 1500 AT4
The Sierra AT4 is already selling “a couple hundred less than it was in 2024,” according to Pyle. This is particularly noteworthy, given that a new model year being cheaper than its predecessor at its launch is unusual.
When combined with dealer incentives, buyers could see decent price reductions that make this premium truck more accessible by March.
Ram 1500 Classic
With the arrival of the new Ram 1500 for 2025, the outgoing “Classic” model is ideal for clearance sales. Dealers will be motivated to move these trucks quickly, with discounts expected to be among the deepest in the segment.
Watch for advertised discounts off MSRP, with additional negotiating room at many dealerships as they clear space for newer models.
Honda Ridgeline
Honda’s unique unibody pickup is already offering incentives earlier than usual. “The Honda Ridgeline has a $500 cash-back rebate in 2025,” Pyle explained, which is just the beginning of what’s expected to be increasingly aggressive pricing as Honda works to claim a larger share of the pickup market.
Industry analysts anticipate that the total discounts will grow as the first quarter progresses.
While manufacturers typically wait until later in the year for significant incentives, these six trucks present rare opportunities for early-2025 bargain hunters. As always, timing is key — and the first quarter of 2025 looks like an unusually good time to secure a deal on a new pickup truck.
