Toyota Tacoma vs GMC Sierra 2500HD
Overview | |
MSRP$45,400 | MSRP$31,500 |
Average price$62,421 | Average price$42,057 |
Listings1766 | Listings840 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.4L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity2 |
Horsepower | Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name2.4L 228 hp I4 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity2 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length73.5 in |
Curb Weight6203 lbs | Curb Weight4145 lbs |
Height79.9 in | Height74.0 in |
Length236.3 in | Length213.0 in |
Width81.8 in | Width76.9 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase131.9 in |
Maximum Payload3759 lbs | Maximum Payload1460 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity22430 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,400 | $31,500 |
Average price | $62,421 | $42,057 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 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. | The fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 2 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 2.4L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 2 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 73.5 in |
Curb Weight | 6203 lbs | 4145 lbs |
Height | 79.9 in | 74.0 in |
Length | 236.3 in | 213.0 in |
Width | 81.8 in | 76.9 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 131.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 3759 lbs | 1460 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 22430 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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