2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD vs 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning
Overview | |
MSRP$49,995 | MSRP$45,400 |
Average price$70,665 | Average price$88,313 |
Listings86 | Listings358 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Reviews Summary | |
2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Reviews SummarySitting at the top of the Sierra’s seven available trims, the Denali Ultimate is newly added for the 2024 model year and comes with nearly every available option that can be included on this full-size truck. The Denali Ultimate trim level is offered on both the 2500 and 3500 HD models. Each provides a higher degree of towing and payload capacity than what’s available in the standard GMC Sierra 1500. To put it bluntly, the Sierra HD models are pickup overkill for anyone simply looking to tow a couple of jet skis or haul a moderately-sized camper. The “HD” in the name stands for “Heavy Duty,” and its capabilities (and price) reflect this. Powered exclusively by a 6.6-litre turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 10,200 kilograms (22,500 pounds)—an 1,800-kilogram (4,000-pound) increase versus the 2023 model. Need to tow something along the lines of construction equipment or, say, a small island? Stepping up to the Sierra 3500 HD equates to a max tow rating of 16,550 kilograms (36,500 pounds) when using a gooseneck trailer hitch. Okay, so the Sierra HD lineup has serious chops for getting tough tasks done. But how does it stack up against the competition? Hop aboard as we take a look at every aspect of the HD Denali Ultimate, from how it drives, to the user-friendliness of its infotainment system, trailer tech, and whether this new top-of-the-range trim is worth the price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine452 hp Electric | Engine |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
EV Battery Capacity98 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City76 | MPG City |
MPG Highway61 | MPG Highway |
Battery Charge Time (120V)95 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V)15 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name452 hp Electric | Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 |
Torque | Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (120V)95 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V)15 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainAWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity98 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
EV Battery Capacity131 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
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MPG City76 | MPG City |
MPG Highway61 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length67.1 in | Bed Length98.3 in |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight6015 lbs | Curb Weight6203 lbs |
Height78.3 in | Height79.9 in |
Length232.7 in | Length236.3 in |
Width96.0 in | Width81.8 in |
Wheelbase145.5 in | Wheelbase141.6 in |
Maximum Payload2235 lbs | Maximum Payload3759 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity10000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity22430 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $49,995 | $45,400 |
Average price | $70,665 | $88,313 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Sitting at the top of the Sierra’s seven available trims, the Denali Ultimate is newly added for the 2024 model year and comes with nearly every available option that can be included on this full-size truck. The Denali Ultimate trim level is offered on both the 2500 and 3500 HD models. Each provides a higher degree of towing and payload capacity than what’s available in the standard GMC Sierra 1500. To put it bluntly, the Sierra HD models are pickup overkill for anyone simply looking to tow a couple of jet skis or haul a moderately-sized camper. The “HD” in the name stands for “Heavy Duty,” and its capabilities (and price) reflect this. Powered exclusively by a 6.6-litre turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 10,200 kilograms (22,500 pounds)—an 1,800-kilogram (4,000-pound) increase versus the 2023 model. Need to tow something along the lines of construction equipment or, say, a small island? Stepping up to the Sierra 3500 HD equates to a max tow rating of 16,550 kilograms (36,500 pounds) when using a gooseneck trailer hitch. Okay, so the Sierra HD lineup has serious chops for getting tough tasks done. But how does it stack up against the competition? Hop aboard as we take a look at every aspect of the HD Denali Ultimate, from how it drives, to the user-friendliness of its infotainment system, trailer tech, and whether this new top-of-the-range trim is worth the price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 452 hp Electric | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
EV Battery Capacity | 98 kWh | |
MPG City | 76 | |
MPG Highway | 61 | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 95 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 15 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 452 hp Electric | 6.6L 401 hp V8 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 95 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 15 hours | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 98 kWh | |
EV Battery Capacity | 131 kWh | |
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MPG City | 76 | |
MPG Highway | 61 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 67.1 in | 98.3 in |
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 6015 lbs | 6203 lbs |
Height | 78.3 in | 79.9 in |
Length | 232.7 in | 236.3 in |
Width | 96.0 in | 81.8 in |
Wheelbase | 145.5 in | 141.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 2235 lbs | 3759 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 10000 lbs | 22430 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 14500 lbs |
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