If you're looking for a best-in-class truck that seamlessly tackles the backcountry and challenges of off-road adventure while maximizing on safety, comfort, luxury, and technology, the all-new 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Truck has it all and more. No matter what you are looking for, the Sierra's got you covered. Let's look at the new changes and enhancements for 2023, release dates, trims levels,
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Release Date
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 will be released and available for purchase in early 2023. Production of the GMC
Sierra 1500 is expected to begin in August 2022. The start of regular production for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 light duty is scheduled to commence on August 29th, 2022, which applies to both Regular and Crew Cab models. Production of the Double Cab models is scheduled to begin on September 6th, one week after the Regular and Crew Cab models.
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Price & Trim Levels
The starting MSRP of the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 is $36,400 for the Pro trim level but can go up to $80,500 for the Denali Ultimate. GMC Sierra 1500 prices will ultimately depend on the trim level, configurations, and additional packages you choose. Below is a look at each trim level of the 2023 Sierra along with some core information.
Sierra 1500 Pro
- Price: $36,400 MSRP
- Engines: 2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmissions: 8-Speed Automatic, 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrains: Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 2WD Regular Cab 126", 2WD Regular Cab 140", 2WD Double Cab 147", 4WD Regular Cab 126", 4WD Regular Cab 140"
Sierra 1500 SLE
- Price: $47,700 MSRP
- Engines: 2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas, 3.0L Turbo Diesel, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmissions: 8-Speed Automatic, 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrains: Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 2WD Double Cab 147", 2WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Double Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 157"
Sierra 1500 Elevation
- Price: $49,300 MSRP
- Engines: 2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas, 3.0L Turbo Diesel, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmissions: 8-Speed Automatic, 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrains: Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 2WD Double Cab 147", 4WD Double Cab 147" w/3VL, 2WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Double Cab 147" w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" w/3VL
Sierra 1500 SLT
- Price: $53,200 MSRP
- Engines: 2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas, 3.0L Turbo Diesel, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrains: Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 2WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 157"
Sierra 1500 Denali
- Price: $63,800 MSRP
- Engine: 5.3L V8 Gas, 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 2WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 147", and 4WD Crew Cab 157"
Sierra 1500 AT4
- Price: $64,400 MSRP
- Engines: 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain: Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configurations: 4WD Crew Cab 147", 4WD Crew Cab 157"
Sierra 1500 AT4X
- Price: $77,500 MSRP
- Engine: 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain: Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configuration: 4WD Crew Cab 147"
Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate
- Price: $80,500 MSRP
- Engine: 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain: Four-Wheel-Drive
- Cab Configuration: 4WD Crew Cab 147"
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation features a Double Cab 147" Elevation powered by 2.7L Inline-4 Gas Engine with 8-Speed Automatic transmission. With a starting MSRP of $49,300, additional customizations are available based on the trim and amount you wish to spend. Additional specs include:
- Bed Length: 69.6 to 79.2"
- Bore: 3.3 to 3.8"
- Compression Ratio: 10 to 15
- Dimensions: 232-242" L X 81" W X 75-78" H
- Max Horsepower: 355 hp
- Engines: 2.7L 4-cylinder, 3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel, and
5.3L V8
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 is built to power you and your trailer off the road with powerful towing up to 21,130 pounds, 445 hp and 910 lb.-ft of torque. Featured highlights include a best-in-class HD cargo bed volume, expansive front head and leg crew cab leg room, and an industry-first available transparent trailer. Made for off the road, 2-speed AutoTrac transfer case with an active automatic four-wheel-drive provides seamless shifting between two- and four-wheel drive based on differing road conditions, including hill descent control, skid plates, available off-road mode, and off-road suspension with Rancho Shocks.
Additional features include:
- Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
- Dimensions: 232-242" L x 81" W x 75-78" H
- Engines: 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel and 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Max Horsepower: 420 hp
- Seating Capacity: 5 to 6 passengers
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X
If you're looking for a best-in-class truck that seamlessly tackles the backcountry and challenges of off-road adventure, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X edition is what you need. Its top-of-the-line performance, equipped with off-road recreational driving and overland adventure travel customizers, the AT4X takes off-road performance to a new level. Its exterior design is entering a new era for off-road-ready performance. Additional features include:
- Compression Ratio: 11.5
- Dimensions: 232-242" L x 81" W x 75-78" H
- Engine: 6.2L EcoTec3 V8
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 7,100 pounds
- Max Horsepower: 420 hp
- MPG: 14 city/18 highway
- Seating Capacity: 5 to 6 passengers
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition
For the first time ever, GMC teamed up with AEV to bring a host of off-road enhancements to the first ever GMC
Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition with significant luxury, off-road capability, and technological advancements. This model is engineered for those seeking the next frontier, extreme off-road adventure, and unparalleled performance. The AT4X AEV offers a balance of extreme off-road capabilities without sacrificing the on-road comfort, technology, towing and payload capability. Additional roading scenarios include Terrain Mode, which is ideal for low-speed, off-roading conditions, providing extreme
control and is precision enabled for one-pedal rock crawling using only the accelerator pedal.
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali
Taking relaxation to the next level, the GMC Sierra 1500 Denali leads the way. The Denali's exterior design gets its own unique, custom grille with more prominent horizontal bars and chrome exterior touches. Its interior design features a 13.4" diagonal center touchscreen, 12.3" diagonal digital driver information center and available multicolor 15" diagonal head-up display. Authentic open-pore wood, patterned aluminum trim and forge perforated-leather seating surfaces offer luxurious comfortability for all passengers.
Additional features include:
- Bore: 3.3 to 4.1"
- Compression Ratio: 11.5 to 15
- Dimensions: 232-242" L x 81" W x 75-78" H
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 6,900 to 7,100 pounds
- Max Horsepower: 420 hp
- Engines: 3.0L Turbo Diesel, 5.3L V8, and 6.2L V8
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate
The Denali Ultimate takes the cake for ultimate luxury while on the road. While the GMC Sierra has taken the lead as one of the most luxurious trucks for years, the Denali Ultimate has taken things to the next level. Its exterior design features a unique "Vader Chrome" trim and Alpine Umber leather upholstery. It also comes standard with Super Cruise, which allows you to drive on mapped highways with your hands off the steering wheel. Additionally, the MultiPro Tailgate has 6 different positions to offer a more versatile use of the truck bed. Additional features include:
- Bed Length: 69.6"
- Bore: 3.3 to 4.1"
- Compression Ratio: 11.5 to 15
- Dimensions: 232-242" L x 81" W x 75-78" H
- Engines: 3.0L Turbo Diesel and 6.2L V8
Interior Upgrades & Cab Configurations
The Sierra 1500's interior design ranges from work-oriented to more luxurious depending on the trim level you
choose. The Pro Trim contains large controls, a smaller central touchscreen, and chunky stalking. More expensive trim levels have larger touch screens that are angled toward the driver seat with fewer controls that sit low on the center console. Higher trims also move away from the traditional steering wheel-mounted shifter for a modern shift knob. The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 comes with 3 cab configurations, which include Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab. These cabs range in size from 126" to
157".
Exterior Colors & Dimensions
There are 9 exterior color choices available across all 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 trim levels. The standard exterior color that is offered with the 2023 Sierra is Summit White. The premium exterior colors to choose from include Cardinal Red, Onyx Black, Quicksilver Metallic, Pacific Blue Metallic, Titanium Rush Metallic, Dynamic Blue Metallic, Desert Sand Metallic, and White Frost
Tricoat. The exterior dimensions are 211-242" L x 81" W x 75-78" H. Its bed length is 69.6" to 98.4". Dimensions will vary depending on the cab configuration and the truck bed size. Its exterior design comes with a bold, upscale design with a squared-off grille, and c-shaped daytime running lights. Depending on the trim level, the Sierra 1500 can look as upscale and luxurious or rough and rugged as you like.
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Engine Options & Horsepower Specs
As far as engine specifications are concerned, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 offers 4 top-performance engines with top-notch power and capability. Here's a look at each of those engines and their specifications:
- The 2.7L turbo high-output standard engine offers 310 horsepower at 5600 RPM and 430 lb.-ft. of torque at 3000 RPM.
- The 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel engine offers 277 horsepower at 3750 RPM and 460 lb.-ft. of torque at 1500 RPM.
- The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine offers 355 horsepower at 5600 RPM and 383 lb.-ft. of torque at 4100 RPM.
- The 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine offers 420 horsepower at 5600 RPM and 460 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4100 RPM.
The fuel tank capacity for the 2023 Sierra 1500 is expected to hold 28 gallons on a full tank. EPA fuel economy estimates show 16 City and 20 Highway for the new Sierra. For all trim levels, the average 0-60 mph acceleration time is 6.5 seconds, a standing ¼-mile is 15 seconds.
Towing Capacity & Payload Rating
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 has a
maximum towing capacity of 13,200 pounds and a maximum payload rating of 2,270 pounds. It offers a class-exclusive carbon-fiber-cargo bed that is lighter and stronger than steel, which has been used previously in earlier years.
2023 vs. 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Changes & Updates
In comparison to the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, the 2023 Sierra 1500 returns with minor exterior tweaks and performance enhancements. The 2022
year underwent major changes and upgrades to the interior and exterior, so the 2023 year continues the updates and luxurious look and feel. Aside from minor price changes, the most significant difference is the reveal of the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV edition, which transforms the Sierra's off-roading performance and appearance.
Safety Ratings, Equipment, & Super Cruise Technology
Safety ratings are not yet available for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 on NHTSA or IIHS but we will update this section once available. However, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 was rated highly with 4/5 stars by the NHTSA and a good crashworthiness rating by the IIHS, so we expect the 2023 Sierra to perform just fine and continue its reputation as a safe truck to drive. The Sierra's all-new Super Cruise technology is a semi-autonomous driving system that gives you a hands-free driving experience on mapped highways. The Sierra 1500 also offers an optional feature to give you a break during your drive. That way, you can take your hands off the wheel and feet off the pedals but still must remain eye contact on the road for safety. Additional key standard safety features include:
- Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking.
- Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- Standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
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