GMC Sierra 2500HD vs Dodge RAM 2500
Overview | |
MSRP$45,400 | MSRP$27,215 |
Average price$52,391 | Average price$19,497 |
Listings9248 | Listings9504 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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Reviews SummarySitting at the top of the Sierra’s six 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-liter turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 22,500 pounds—a 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 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 | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name5.7L 383 hp V8 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque400 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower383 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length98.3 in |
Curb Weight6203 lbs | Curb Weight5492 lbs |
Height79.9 in | Height73.3 in |
Length236.3 in | Length231.0 in |
Width81.8 in | Width97.0 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase140.5 in |
Maximum Payload3759 lbs | Maximum Payload3160 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload3170 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity22430 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity13450 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity9350 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,400 | $27,215 |
Average price | $52,391 | $19,497 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Sitting at the top of the Sierra’s six 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-liter turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 22,500 pounds—a 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 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 | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 5.7L 383 hp V8 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 400 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 383 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 98.3 in |
Curb Weight | 6203 lbs | 5492 lbs |
Height | 79.9 in | 73.3 in |
Length | 236.3 in | 231.0 in |
Width | 81.8 in | 97.0 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 140.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 3759 lbs | 3160 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
Standard Payload | 3170 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 22430 lbs | 13450 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 9350 lbs |
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