GMC Sierra 2500HD vs Jeep Gladiator
Overview | |
MSRP$45,400 | MSRP$38,990 |
Average price$52,481 | Average price$38,539 |
Listings9269 | Listings9232 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryJeeps and trucks are some of America’s favorite things. The 2023 Jeep Gladiator combines the best attributes of the iconic Wrangler with an open cargo bed supplying as much as 1,710 pounds of payload capacity and up to 7,700 pounds of towing capacity, depending on the configuration and equipment. With its removable top and doors, the 2023 Gladiator is unlike any other truck you can buy. Plus, with the optional EcoDiesel turbodiesel engine, it returns 24 mpg in combined driving. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Drive Train | Drive Train4X4 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X4 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length60.3 in |
Curb Weight6203 lbs | Curb Weight4650 lbs |
Height79.9 in | Height75.0 in |
Length236.3 in | Length218.0 in |
Width81.8 in | Width73.8 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase137.3 in |
Maximum Payload3759 lbs | Maximum Payload1700 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity22430 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity4000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,400 | $38,990 |
Average price | $52,481 | $38,539 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | Jeeps and trucks are some of America’s favorite things. The 2023 Jeep Gladiator combines the best attributes of the iconic Wrangler with an open cargo bed supplying as much as 1,710 pounds of payload capacity and up to 7,700 pounds of towing capacity, depending on the configuration and equipment. With its removable top and doors, the 2023 Gladiator is unlike any other truck you can buy. Plus, with the optional EcoDiesel turbodiesel engine, it returns 24 mpg in combined driving. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 285 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | 4X4 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 16 | |
MPG Highway | 23 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X4 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | |
MPG Highway | 23 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 60.3 in |
Curb Weight | 6203 lbs | 4650 lbs |
Height | 79.9 in | 75.0 in |
Length | 236.3 in | 218.0 in |
Width | 81.8 in | 73.8 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 137.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 3759 lbs | 1700 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 22430 lbs | 7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 4000 lbs |
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