Used GMC Sierra 2500HD for Sale nearLa Crosse, WI

How much does the GMC Sierra 2500HD cost in today's market?

Used GMC Sierra 2500HD prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The GMC Sierra 2500HD's current nationwide average price is $57,293, and its lowest point over the past year was $55,367. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the GMC Sierra 2500HD a good car?

Yes — the GMC Sierra 2500HD earns strong marks from owners for its power, towing capability, and comfortable ride. The all-generations owner rating is 4.49/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its strong performance, towing strength, and comfort, and they also highlight the truck’s upscale features and smooth handling. Across the model years, the Sierra 2500HD stands out as a heavy-duty pickup that feels especially capable while still bringing a more polished cabin experience.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs center on fuel economy, pricing, and some quality concerns in certain years, along with the high cost of upper trims. 34.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are GMC Sierra 2500HD models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Sierra 2500HD for its power, towing strength, comfort, and smooth ride, and expert coverage also points to strong capability and a refined driving experience in the better-equipped versions. The truck’s broad feature set and heavy-duty hardware are recurring strengths across the model years.

• Owners rate the GMC Sierra 2500HD between 3.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully, especially on older trucks where repair-prone systems and wear items deserve extra attention.

What should I look for when buying a used GMC Sierra 2500HD?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 84.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, surround-view parking camera, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, and rear-facing cargo bed camera
• Infotainment: 13.4-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless device charging pad, Google built-in, and split-screen navigation

Which GMC Sierra 2500HD trim should I buy?

The 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD offers these trims:

• Denali Ultimate: The top trim brings the 6.6-liter Duramax turbocharged diesel V8, 10-speed Allison automatic transmission, standard four-wheel drive, locking rear differential, two-speed transfer case, underbody skid plates, hill descent control, diesel exhaust brake, 13.4-inch screen, 15-inch head-up display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, Google built-in, and a 12-speaker Bose surround-sound system. It suits you if you want the most luxury, towing hardware, and tech in one truck.
• Denali: This trim focuses on a more luxurious cabin and upscale presentation, making it a strong choice if you want premium comfort and a polished daily-driving feel.
• AT4X: This off-road-focused trim adds off-road hardware and accessories, making it the pick for buyers who want trail-ready capability.
• AT4: This trim adds off-road hardware and accessories, giving you a rugged option with extra capability.
• SLT: This trim sits in the middle of the lineup and gives you a strong balance of equipment and value.
• SLE: This trim is the best-value choice for many shoppers because it gives you a practical starting point with the Sierra HD’s core capability.

What GMC Sierra 2500HD do most buyers choose?

The GMC Sierra 2500HD years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to draw the most attention because they combine newer-model availability with strong deal percentages and a wide spread of listings. That gives you more choices across trims, prices, and equipment levels.

What is the GMC Sierra 2500HD's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is helpful if you’re shopping used and want more room to negotiate. The steepest drops are concentrated in several newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older years have declined more modestly. The 2017, 2018, and 2020 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the GMC Sierra 2500HD safe?

• 2024: 9/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2020: 8/10

The 2024 model includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view parking camera, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, and a rear-facing cargo bed camera.

For the safest used buy, the 2024 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used GMC Sierra 2500HD now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −8.7% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.68%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $71,540. The GMC Sierra 2500HD offers a broad range of trims and a more upscale feel than many rivals, which gives you plenty of ways to match capability with comfort.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a 6.6-liter V8 gas engine with a six-speed automatic transmission or a 6.6-liter Duramax turbodiesel V8 with a 10-speed automatic transmission from Allison.
• Tech: The latest model adds a 13.4-inch screen, a 15-inch multi-color head-up display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless device charging, Google built-in, and split-screen navigation.
• Safety: The latest model adds automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view parking camera, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, and a rear-facing cargo bed camera.
• Starting price: The latest model has a starting price of approximately $94,000.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.