2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD Double Cab

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The 2023 Sierra 2500HD is a seriously capable heavy-duty truck. The large cabin fits passengers and cargo without issue. Hauling and towing capacities are strong, just as you'd expect from a truck in this class. The available MultiPro tailgate also makes loading items into the bed easy. But a few things are holding the Sierra back, such as poor ride quality, below-average visibility, and in-cabin tech that doesn't match up with the tech in segment leaders.Read full review

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2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD Review

byChristian Wardlaw^{Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.}

Pros

Optional diesel engine supplies plenty of power
Helpful in-cab technology and towing camera system
Configurable MultiPro tailgate option adds versatility
Lineup variety, including the off-road-focused AT4 and luxurious Denali

Cons

Falls short of rivals in maximum towing and payload capacity
Dated interior design, controls and materials
Prices rise fast with options

What's new

No significant changes for 2023
Part of the fourth Sierra 2500HD generation introduced for 2020

Overview

The 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD has its work cut out for it. Already short when it comes to maximum towing and payload ratings, the Sierra now faces a new Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel model that aims to steal some thunder from the 2500HD AT4. But that's the least of GMC's concerns. The completely redesigned Ford F-250 Super Duty takes heavy-duty truck design to the next level.

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$220/mo

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In response to these new threats to the 2023 2500HD, GMC makes no changes to its truck. But that's not because the company is sticking its head into the sand. Instead, a substantially refreshed 2024 Sierra HD lineup is set to resolve some of the current model's shortcomings. According to GMC, the new truck will offer more capability, next-generation technology, a cleaner exterior look, and a new interior with more upscale materials.

The upcoming 2024 Sierra 2500HD is compelling. But if you don't have the luxury of delaying a purchase, the 2023 Sierra 2500HD is a capable, but not a class-leading, heavy-duty truck. Be sure to read our full Expert Rating to learn more about the Sierra 2500HD.

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Average

7.5

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Performance

8/10

How does the Sierra 2500HD drive? The Sierra 2500's optional 6.6-liter diesel V8 is an excellent engine, and the 10-speed automatic it's paired to is top-notch. That V8 and its 910 lb-ft of torque propelled our 8,300-pound test truck from 0 to 60 mph in just 7.3 seconds — one of the quicker times in the 2500-series segment. We're less pleased with the brakes. The overly soft and long feel of the brake pedal action can diminish your confidence in the truck's abilities should you need to stop quickly.

Steering and handling are unremarkable. The steering is vague but well weighted. And despite its size, the Sierra tracks well through corners. In-town drivability and off-road capability are similarly average for the class. Keep the Sierra 2500 on bigger roads and you'll enjoy it just fine.

Comfort

7/10

How comfortable is the Sierra 2500HD? Without any cargo in the bed, the Sierra 2500 has a bouncy ride, especially on the highway where road imperfections are common. The front seats help boost the Sierra's score with their comfortable and supportive padding. Lumbar support is excellent too. Things should be just fine on a long road trip over relatively smooth roads.

The Sierra's climate control system works quickly and is operated by easy-to-use control knobs placed conveniently on the dashboard. Road and wind noise is about average for the heavy-duty segment, but there is a pretty notable ruckus from the diesel up front, especially at idle. You'll definitely never forget that you got the diesel V8.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The Sierra 2500 is a big truck with a big interior. Headroom and legroom are abundant in the crew-cab configuration. Getting in and out will take some climbing, but the truck's available side steps help with that. The Silverado 2500HD's interior has essentially the same design as the previous-generation truck's. The design, layout and switchgear are utterly familiar and a bit underwhelming. But to GMC's credit, it's all easy to use and well labeled.

Poor outward visibility drags down the Sierra's score a bit because of the small rearview mirror, big roof pillars and giant hood that's hard to see over. Luckily, the driving position is relatively high and gives a commanding view forward for most drivers.

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Technology

7/10

How’s the tech? Our Denali test truck came with the Bose premium sound system and the 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. The audio and picture quality lived up to class standards, but there's no competing with the Ram 2500's massive center screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity is standard with the 2500, and our smartphones connected quickly during our test.

One weak spot is that the factory voice controls don't understand natural language, and they even have trouble with prescribed commands. Siri and Google Voice will paper over this weakness if you use them, though. We like that a full suite of advanced driver aids is standard, but the forward collision warning and blind-spot warning systems seemed oversensitive in our testing.

Towing and Storage

8.5/10

How are the towing and storage? The Sierra 2500 gets top marks in the cargo and utility segment thanks to an abundance of big in-bed tie-downs, the trick six-position MultiPro tailgate, smartly placed bed sidesteps, robust hauling capability, and plenty of cargo space inside the cabin. The rear seats flip up easily to accommodate larger items, and cupholders abound throughout the cabin. In-cabin small-item storage could be better optimized, but there's still a decent amount.

Maximum fifth-wheel gooseneck towing capacity for the GMC is respectable for the class, but the topped-out rating for conventional towing is a few thousand pounds behind key rivals. But the Sierra makes towing easy with standard extendable tow mirrors, a remarkable 15-view towing-camera system, and a tire pressure monitoring system for a trailer's tires.

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Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA doesn't require fuel economy testing for heavy-duty pickups, so the Sierra 2500 doesn't have a published fuel consumption number. That said, our diesel-powered test truck returned respectable numbers during its time with us. On long highway journeys, it averaged around 17-18 mpg, which is good for the segment.

Value

7/10

Is the Sierra 2500HD a good value? It's built well, and our test truck didn't have any glaring flaws in construction inside or out. But the Sierra, especially in Denali trim, can get pretty expensive, and it uses a lot of the Chevrolet Silverado's middle-of-the-road cabin materials. For a truck that can easily crest $80,000, we'd like things to be a bit higher-quality.

The ownership experience is about average for the class. The Sierra offers an average warranty for the class, with three years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper and five years/60,000 miles of powertrain coverage.

Wildcard

7.5/10

Like many of its rivals, the Sierra 2500's personality comes mostly from its sheer size. Up front, the tall and imposing grille gives it a certain curb appeal. And from inside the cabin, the high driving position makes you feel like you're on top of the world. There's a certain amount of fun to be had in a rig like the Sierra Denali.

Which Sierra 2500HD does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend the Sierra 2500HD in SLT trim, which comes in either extended-cab or crew-cab configuration. The SLT includes desirable styling, comfort and technology features and offers more access to upgrades should your budget allow it. However, if you want a regular-cab truck, your only choices are the Pro and SLE trim levels.

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GMC Sierra 2500HD models

The 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a heavy-duty pickup truck available in two-door regular-cab, four-door extended-cab (Double Cab) and four-door crew-cab configurations matched with standard 6.8-foot or long 8.1-foot cargo beds.

Five trim levels are available. The Pro is the basic work truck, and the SLE builds on that with a nicer look and added equipment. Choose the SLT trim for leather and other upscale amenities, the AT4 if off-roading is a part of your plans, or the Denali for the most luxurious version of the Sierra 2500HD.

Additionally, GMC offers a choice between two engines, one gas and one diesel. A 6.6-liter gasoline V8 engine (401 horsepower, 464 lb-ft of torque) is standard, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. A turbocharged 6.6-liter diesel V8 engine (445 hp, 910 lb-ft) is optional and uses a 10-speed automatic. Four-wheel drive is optional for the Pro, SLE and SLT, and it comes standard on the AT4 and Denali.

Pro
Highlights of the base Pro trim include:

17-inch steel wheels
LED headlights and taillights
Chrome bumpers
Integrated rear bumper steps on each corner
Cargo area lighting
Trailering hitch with Hitch Guidance system
Manually adjustable trailering mirrors
Locking tailgate and spare tire carrier
Manual windows and door locks
Air conditioning
40/20/40-split front bench seat
Vinyl seats and floor coverings

The standard infotainment system comes with:

7-inch touchscreen infotainment display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Two USB ports
Two stereo speakers
Reversing camera

In addition, extended-cab and crew-cab models add:

Power windows and door locks
60/40-split rear bench seat
Rear air conditioning vents
Six stereo speakers
Rear seat reminder (alerts you to check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle)

SLE
The SLE adds popular features such as:

17-inch alloy wheels
Upgraded exterior trim
Power-adjustable, heated trailering mirrors
MultiPro configurable tailgate with EZ Lift assist
Integrated brake trailer controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab)
Cloth seats and carpeted floors
Cruise control
Power door locks and windows
Remote keyless entry
8-inch touchscreen infotainment display
Satellite radio
Connected services including access to a Wi-Fi hotspot

SLT
The SLT trim equips the truck with added styling, comfort and convenience features:

18-inch alloy wheels
All-terrain tires
Added chrome exterior trim
Upgraded headlights and taillights
LED foglights
LED cargo bed lighting
Power-folding and -extending trailering mirrors
120-volt power outlets on dashboard and in cargo bed
Keyless access with push-button engine start
Remote engine start
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather seats
Power-adjustable front seats with driver's seat memory
Heated front seats and heated steering wheel
Rear USB ports
High-definition backup camera with Hitch View angle
Smartphone trailering app
Theft deterrent system
Digital steering assist system (reduces driver fatigue by automatically adjusting the steering based on vehicle speed and road surface)

AT4
Made for off-roading, the AT4 provides:

Standard four-wheel drive
Hill descent control
Off-road suspension tuning
Underbody skid plates
Recovery hooks
Body-color bumpers
Spray-in bedliner
Front bucket seats with center console
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear outboard seats

Denali
The Denali is all about luxury thanks to:

20-inch alloy wheels
Roof marker lights
Power-sliding rear window
Wood and aluminum interior trim
Premium leather seats
Upgraded driver information display
Navigation system
Bose premium sound system
Wireless smartphone charging
Bed-view camera

Numerous safety features are standard on the Sierra 2500HD Denali. Many of them are also available on other versions of the truck:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Sierra 2500HD and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Safety alert seat (vibrates to bring added driver attention to safety alerts)
Automatic high-beam headlights

Similarly, many of the standard features on the upper trim levels are available on the lower trims as options. Other major extra-cost upgrades, depending on the trim level, include:

Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
Trailering camera system (can display multiple trailer-based camera views on the touchscreen to aid with towing)
Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)
X31 off-road package (upgraded suspension, skid plates, hill descent control)
Power-retractable assist steps with LED perimeter lighting
MultiPro tailgate audio system

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2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD Features & Specs

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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$44,800
Engine Type	Gas
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	14,500 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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GMC Sierra 2500HD vs. Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

Underneath its slightly different sheetmetal, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is the same truck as the Sierra, but at a lower price. There might be minor equipment variations between the Chevy and GMC that justify the Sierra's added cost, like a complimentary three-year subscription to connected services. But one of the best reasons to get the Silverado over the Sierra is that Chevy doesn't charge extra for most paint colors.

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GMC Sierra 2500HD vs. Ford F-250 Super Duty

Ford is making big promises with its redesigned Super Duty lineup. It has new V8 and turbodiesel engines engineered to out-tow, out-haul and out-power all rivals. It has new technology including embedded 5G capability, trailering-based navigation and cloud-based productivity tools. It can power job sites, notify you when your trailer is stolen via a smartphone app, and much more. These are the benefits of a clean-sheet redesign, and the Super Duty sets new standards in the segment.

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GMC Sierra 2500HD vs. Ram 2500

Historically, we've been fans of the Ram Heavy Duty. This year, the Ram 2500 lineup adds a new Rebel model that takes most of what makes the Power Wagon an off-roader's dream truck and pairs it with both gas V8 and turbodiesel six-cylinder engines. Across all Ram 2500 models, the interiors come across as more refined and sophisticated than the GMC Sierra 2500HD. Also, the Ram offers more towing and hauling capability coupled with thoughtful solutions like the useful RamBox storage bins.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Sierra 2500HD safety features:

Side Blind Zone Alert: Warns the driver with visual and audible alerts when other vehicles are in the truck's blind spots.
Rear Camera Mirror: Camera-based, unobstructed 180-degree view of what's behind the truck, shown on the rearview mirror glass.
Transparent Trailer View: Uses cameras to stitch together an image that allows the driver to see through a trailer to what's behind and to the sides of it.

FAQ

Is the GMC Sierra 2500HD a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Sierra 2500HD both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.5 out of 10. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a GMC Sierra 2500HD. Learn more

What's new in the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD:

No significant changes for 2023
Part of the fourth Sierra 2500HD generation introduced for 2020

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Is the GMC Sierra 2500HD reliable?

To determine whether the GMC Sierra 2500HD is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Sierra 2500HD. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Sierra 2500HD's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 Sierra 2500HD and gave it a 7.5 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Sierra 2500HD is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD?

The least-expensive 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD is the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500HD Pro 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $44,800.

Other versions include:

Pro 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $44,800
Pro 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $45,000
Pro 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $47,600
Pro 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $47,800
SLE 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $51,000
SLE 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $51,200
SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $53,800
SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $54,000
SLT 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $58,600
SLT 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $58,800
SLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $61,400
SLT 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $61,600

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What are the different models of GMC Sierra 2500HD?

If you're interested in the GMC Sierra 2500HD, the next question is, which Sierra 2500HD model is right for you? Sierra 2500HD variants include Pro 4dr Double Cab SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A), Pro 4dr Double Cab LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A), Pro 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (6.6L 8cyl 6A), and Pro 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (6.6L 8cyl 6A). For a full list of Sierra 2500HD models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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