2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Changes
The 2024 GMC Sierra keeps changes to a minimum this year. The turbo-diesel is now standard on the top off-road AT4X trim as it greatly extends range for overlanding, the four-cylinder turbo-gas engine is equipped with a longer warranty, and there is a new selection of wheel designs and paint hues.
Choosing Your 2024 GMC Sierra 1500
The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is available in Pro, SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, and Denali Ultimate trims. The AT4X AEV Edition is an extension of the AT4X trim and is a collaboration between GM and American Expedition Vehicles. Base prices for the Sierra 1500 range from $38,345 for the most basic version to $83,495 for the well-equipped Denali Ultimate trim.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Options
The Sierra 1500 makes a few changes in its powertrain department. The AT4X trim drops the big V8 and adopts the turbocharged diesel engine that is also available on the SLE for $2,390 and up trims and is standard on the Denali Ultimate trim.
The other noteworthy update is the adoption of the TurboMax name for the four-cylinder turbocharged gas engine and an extended 5-year/ 100,000 mile-warranty. The TurboMax is standard on the Pro, SLE, and Elevation trims.
The SLT and Denali trims are standard with the 5.3-liter V8 andd offer the diesel engine or bigger V8 for about $3,000 and $1,500, respectively, depending on trim level.
The 6.2-liter V8 is only paired with four-wheel drive, which is $3,000 otherwise. It notably features an automatic setting for urban driving while also a low range for duty better suited for the AT4 and AT4X trims. In a nod to its off-road focus, the AT4X is fitted with electronic locking rear and front differentials (as well as many other off-road-oriented upgrades).
Trim | Powertrain | Horsepower / Torque | Fuel Economy (Combined) |
Pro, SLE, Elevation | 2.7L Turbo 4-Cyl 8-speed automatic | 310 hp / 430 lb-ft | 20 MPG (19 MPG 4WD) |
SLT, Denali | 5.3L V8 10-speed automatic | 355 hp / 383 lb-ft | 18 MPG (17 MPG 4WD) |
AT4X, Denali Ultimate | 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbodiesel 10-speed automatic | 305 hp | 26 mpg (24 MPG 4WD) |
Opt. | 6.2L V8 | 420 hp | 17 mpg (4WD only) |
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Fuel Economy
The Sierra returns a wide span of EPA fuel economy estimates. The diesel engine is the most efficient although its ability to save money versus the TurboMax will come down to the difference in price between a gallon of diesel versus a gallon of gasoline. One guarantee is that its overall driving range will be far greater - one of the reason’s GMC chose to fit the overlanding-ready AT4X with the diesel engine - as the off-road ready trim achieves 19 MPG combined versus 15 MPG combined when fitted with the big V8.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity
The GMC Sierra 1500 is capable of towing up to 13,200 lbs when fitted with the diesel engine. The 6.2-L V8 is capable of pulling 13,000 pounds, the 5.3-liter V8 can manage 11,200 pounds, and the four-cylinder is good for 9,500 pounds. Those figures vary depending on the drivetrain and cab configurations.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Dimensions & Cargo Capacity
The GMC Sierra 1500 is available in multiple cab and bed lengths although not all trims (and thus engines) are available in all trim levels. The Pro trim is the only trim to offer the standard cab configuration of two doors. The extended cab is standard on the SLE and Elevation while the more premium trims are only available with a crew cab.
The bed lengths are limited by cab size selection. The shorter five-foot-bed length is standard on the crew cab to help make it slightly more manageable in parking lots. Its 232-inch length is similar to comparably configured F-150s and RAM 1500s. The crew cab also offers a six-foot-length bed that is standard on the two shorter cab configurations. The standard and extra-cab configurations are available with an eight-foot bed for $200.
The height of the truck is also trim-dependent thanks to the AT4 and AT4X trims’ two-inch suspension lift and larger tires. While they provide 11.1 inches of ground clearance, it raises the roof height to 78.4 inches high.
Inside, the GMC offers a large cabin. The extended cab offers just over 35 inches of legroom which isn’t bad, but the crew cab’s 43 inches is much more desirable for rear-seat passengers.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Safety
The Sierra includes a basic kit of active safety equipment such as automatic emergency braking, a following-distance indicator, lane keep assist, and automatic high beams.
The Safety Plus Package is available and includes blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert and rear park assist on the Pro trim while the SLE offers the Safety Plus Package for $920 that further adds HD surround view, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive blind-spot detection for trailer coverage, and perimeter lighting. For those needing to keep an eye on what’s happening inside their trailers, the SLE also offers Trailer Camera provisions.
Super Cruise is offered in the Denali and Denali Ultimate trims and is engineered to still function properly with a trailer attached.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Technology
The 2024 Sierra Pro trim is your basic work truck of today with a relatively small seven-inch touchscreen, compared to the 13.4-inch screen fitted to the rest of the line-up, but it incorporates modern conveniences such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SLE adds SiriusXM, remote connectivity, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Trims & Prices
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro - MSRP From $38,345
Build & Price >The Pro trim tries to shake off its base-trim ranking by providing convenience and styling features such as LED headlights and tail lights, a chrome bumper, 17-inch (steel) wheels, a capless fuel filler, a black grille with chrome trim, cloth seats, and power windows and locks.
However, potentially infrequently used items such as heated power mirrors, a rear window defogger, cruise control, LED cargo bed lighting, and a tailgate with power release and locking will require another $1,070 when selecting the Convenience Package.
The X31 Off-Road Package will fit the Pro trim with a low-range gearbox, off-road shocks, skid plates, a limited-slip rear differential, hill-descent control, and a trailer hitch for $945.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE - MSRP From $49,745
Build & Price >The SLE brings on a significant increase in price but also a large dose of premium with a dressed-up exterior and a redesigned interior. The 17-inch silver-painted alloy wheels, silver grille inserts, chrome mirror caps, body-color door handles, LED bed lighting, and multi-function tailgate are among the notable exterior features.
Proximity entry allows for easier access to the much more appealing interior dashboard design which not only integrates the large infotainment touchscreen but also a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. Heated front seats, a 10-way power driver’s seat, and a heated steering wheel are also included. The Preferred Package is $1,480 and includes an integrated trailer brake controller with connection confirmations, and wheel liners.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation - MSRP From $51,445
Build & Price >The Elevation trim wears body-colored front and rear bumpers, a gloss black grille, darkened headlight housings, black 20-inch wheels, and notably includes a power outlet in the bed. It also opens up the Elevation Premium Package ($4,150) that includes the items of the SLE’s Preferred Package plus leather seating, a Bose premium stereo, and an HD Surround camera system.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT - MSRP From $56,795
Build & Price >The SLT trim is equipped with 18-inch dark gray wheels, chrome bumpers, mirror caps, door handles, window surrounds, grille inserts, full LED rear lights, and power-folding mirrors with auto-dimming on the driver’s side.
There are several option packages along the way - SLT Convenience Package, SLT Preferred Package ($1,480), Prograde Trailering Package, and Sierra Safety Plus Package - to the SLT Premium Plus Package $5,525 which is summed up by 20-inch painted and polished wheels, chrome side-steps, a full-length center console, heated outboard rear seats, and ventilated front seats.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 - MSRP From $68,095
Build & Price >The AT4 trim is supported by a two-inch lift kit with Rancho-brand shocks, 18-inch wheels with severe-duty Goodyear tires that will require a punch to the fuel economy rating and ride quality but its black chrome grille trim, Bose stereo, redesigned dash panel with contrast stitching, ventilated front seats and heated rear seats help to add the comfort back in.
The Technology Package is $1,525 and installs a rear camera mirror, a head-up display, and a bed-view camera. The AT4 Premium Package is just $945 and brings adaptive cruise control, a power sliding rear window, and high-clearance side steps. The AT4 CardonPro Edition Package is $1,125 and fits a carbon fiber composite bed and a sound system into the tailgate.
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X - MSRP From $81,195
Build & Price >The AT4X adds capability and luxury to the AT4 trim with upgraded adaptive dampers, upgraded tires, a stamped steel high-clearance front bumper, electronically locking front and rear differentials, unique 18-inch gloss-black wheels, the features of the Technology Package, 16-way power-adjustable seats with massage and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The AEV edition is $6,895 and makes the AT4X further off-road-ready with rock rails, upgraded skid plates including a rear differential skid plate, a heavy-duty rear bumper, 33-inch tires, and interior floor liners and seat headrests with AEV logos.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali - MSRP From $68,595
Build & Price >The Denali trim returns the Sierra to an on-road focus and loads on the creature comforts. It wears chrome exterior trim, 20-inch polished wheels, open-pore wood and brushed aluminum interior trim, upgraded leather seats, and adaptive dampers, and offers the Denali Reserve Package for $4,065 with 22-inch wheels, power-retracting side steps, and the features of the Technology Package. For another $1,300, the Sierra can be fitted with GM’s hands-free driver assistance technology, Super Cruise.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate - MSRP From $84,495
Build & Price >The Denali Ultimate trim was new last year and continues to offer a very premium list of standard features such as unique 22-inch wheels, a carbon-composite bed, power side steps, a unique premium Bose audio system, and 16-way power front seats with massage.
We like the more cost-conscious SLE trim but would check the boxes for the additional safety equipment and the features included in the Preferred Package that help with hauling as well as every commuting and weekend duty.