GMC Sierra 2500HD Review 2022

GMC Sierra 2500HD is a powerful heavy-duty pickup. The spacious interior comfortably accommodates both people and goods. As you'd expect from a vehicle in this class, the hauling and towing capacity are impressive. 

The MultiPro tailgate makes loading stuff into the truck more easier. However, a few factors hold the Sierra back, including poor ride quality, limited visibility, and in-cabin technology that falls short of sector leaders.

GMC Sierra 2500HD Review 2022

GMC Sierra 2500HD Review 2022

Pros 

1.  the powerful diesel engine is available.
2. A helpful towing camera system and other in-cabin technology are offered.
3. Several variants are available, including the AT4 for off-road use.
4. The MultiPro tailgate option gives you more options.

Cons

1. Maximum towing and payload capacity lags below key competitors.
2. Lackluster interior design
3. Options might be expensive.

So, what's new?

• The Sierra Pro has replaced the base, Sierra.
• A new 20-inch wheel with a Beadlock look is now available.
• Sierra 2500HD, the fourth generation, was released in 2020.

When compared to its light-duty Sierra 1500 sister, truck customers upgrade to a heavy-duty pickup for additional towing and carrying capacity, and the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500HD delivers. The towing capacity of the Sierra 2500HD is 18,500 pounds, which is 5,500 pounds greater than the Sierra 1500. When compared to Ford and Ram competitors, the GMC can't quite equal the F-250 Super Duty or the Ram 2500 in terms of raw capabilities.

To persuade purchasers, the Sierra 2500HD must rely on customer loyalty and design. The 2500HD, with its large grille, bulging hood, gleaming bumpers, and gigantic side mirrors, gets the chrome-dipped big-rig look down pat. GMC claims the Sierra 2500HD's spacious cargo box delivers best-in-class space, with steps cut into the cargo bed and bumpers emphasizing the utilitarian appearance. The MultiPro tailgate, which comes with segmented components that open in a variety of ways, is also beneficial.

GMC Sierra 2500HD Review 2022

Expert Rating by Edmunds

The design of the Sierra 2500HD isn't quite as striking. Although it is spacious and comfy, the materials and attention to detail fall short of the competitors. Overall, though, Sierra's intuitive infotainment system, outstanding trailering technology, and optional safety measures keep it in contention. To learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of this truck, read our complete Expert Rating.

Performance\s8.0/10

What is the performance of the Sierra 2500HD? The optional 6.6-liter diesel V8 engine in the Sierra 2500 is a fantastic powerplant, and it's partnered with a fantastic 10-speed automatic transmission. Our 8,300-pound test truck accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, one of the fastest rates in the 2500-series sector. The brakes are less than ideal. If you need to stop fast, the brake pedal's too soft and lengthy feel might make you lose faith in the truck's ability.

The steering and handling are average. The steering is light yet accurate. The Sierra, despite its size, tracks effectively through turns. For the class, in-town drivability and off-road performance are both averages. Keep the Sierra 2500 on larger roads and you'll have a great time with it.

Comfort\s7.0/10

What is the Sierra 2500HD's comfort level? The Sierra 2500 has a bumpy ride without any cargo in the bed, especially on the highway where road defects are widespread. With its soft and supportive cushioning, the front seats assist increase Sierra's score. The lumbar support is also good. On a lengthy car journey with generally smooth roads, everything should be OK.

The Sierra's temperature control system is quick and simple to use, with control knobs conveniently located on the dashboard. The road and wind noise are about normal for the heavy-duty sector, but the diesel engine up front makes quite a racket, especially at idling. You'll never forget how you ended up with the diesel V8.

Interior\s7.5/10

What about the interior? The Sierra 2500 is a large vehicle with a large cabin. The crew-cab arrangement provides plenty of headroom and legroom. It will require some climbing to get in and out, but the truck's side stairs will assist. The inside of the Silverado 2500HD is nearly identical to that of the previous-generation vehicle. The layout, look, and switchgear is all very typical and uninspiring. To GMC's credit, everything is simple to use and labeled.

Because of the short rearview mirror, large roof pillars, and massive hood that's difficult to look over, Sierra's score suffers a little. Fortunately, the driving position is rather high, giving most drivers a commanding view forward.

Technology7.0/10

How is the technology? The Bose premium sound system and the 8-inch infotainment touchscreen were standard on our Denali test vehicle. The audio and video quality was excellent, but the Ram 2500's enormous center screen is unrivaled in the class. 2500 comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and our cellphones connected swiftly during our test.

The manufacturer's voice controls have a flaw in that they don't grasp the natural language and even have difficulties with specified instructions. However, if you utilize Siri or Google Voice, you can mask this flaw. We like that a comprehensive package of sophisticated driver safety aids comes included, but in our tests, the frontal collision warning and blind-spot monitoring systems looked overly sensitive.

Storage and Towing 8.5/10

How are towing and storage going? Because of the abundance of large in-bed tie-downs, the innovative six-position MultiPro tailgate, neatly positioned bed sidesteps, powerful hauling capacity, and lots of cargo space within the cabin, the Sierra 2500 receives top ratings in the cargo and utility sector. Cupholders abound around the interior, and the rear seats readily fold back to accommodate heavier objects. Small-item storage in the cabin should be improved, but there is still plenty.

The GMC's maximum fifth-wheel gooseneck towing capability is reasonable for the class, but its conventional towing rating is a few thousand pounds below important competitors. With standard extended tow mirrors, a stunning 15-view towing-camera system, and a tire pressure monitoring system for a trailer's tires, the Sierra makes towing simple.

7.5/10 for fuel economy

How's the gas mileage? Because the EPA does not require heavy-duty trucks to be tested for fuel efficiency, the Sierra 2500 does not have a stated fuel consumption figure. Nonetheless, throughout its stay with us, our diesel-powered test truck produced reasonable results. It got approximately 17-18 mpg on extended highway trips, which is good for the sector.

Value7.0/10

Is the Sierra 2500HD an excellent buy? It's well-built, and neither the inside nor the outside of our test truck had any obvious problems. However, the Sierra, particularly in Denali trim, can be rather pricey, and it borrows many of the Chevy Silverado's middle-of-the-road cabin components. We'd like a higher-quality truck for a truck that may easily top $80,000.

For the class, the ownership experience is approximately average. The Sierra comes with an average warranty for the class, with bumper-to-bumper coverage of three years/36,000 miles and powertrain coverage of five years/60,000 miles.

Wildcard7.5/10

The Sierra 2500, like many of its competitors, gets its individuality from its sheer size. The big and powerful grille on the front lends it some curb appeal. The elevated driving posture inside the cabin makes you feel like you're on top of the world. In a rig like the Sierra Denali, there's a certain amount of enjoyment to be had.

GMC Sierra 2500HD Review 2022

Edmunds recommends which Sierra 2500HD

We recommend the Sierra SLT in either double-cab or crew-cab configuration unless you choose to drive a Sierra 2500HD regular cab, which is only available in the Pro and SLE trims. The SLT package includes several design, comfort, and technological enhancements, as well as GMC's revolutionary MultiPro tailgate.

Models of GMC Sierra 2500HD

The Sierra 2500HD is a heavy-duty full-size pickup truck with five trim levels, three cab types, and two-bed lengths. In addition, GMC provides two engine options: one gas and one diesel.

Regular-cab, double-cab (a four-door crew cab with a reduced rear passenger area), and crew-cab models with a 6.8-foot or 8.1-foot cargo bed are available. The Sierra Pro is the entry-level work vehicle, while the SLE adds style and equipment. The SLT is next, followed by the AT4 for off-roading and the luxurious Denali.

Standard equipment includes a 6.6-liter gasoline V8 engine with 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque, as well as a six-speed automated transmission. Optional is a turbocharged 6.6-liter diesel V8 engine with a 10-speed automated transmission (445 horsepower, 910 lb-ft). The Pro, SLE, and SLT have four-wheel drive as an option, while the AT4 and Denali have it as standard.

The base's pro highlights Trimmings for professionals include:

• Steel 17-inch wheels
• Hitch for towing
• Trailering mirrors with manual adjustment
• Tailgate lock and spare tire carrier
• The front bench seat is divided 40/20/40
• Seats and floor coverings in vinyl
• Windows and door locks are operated manually.
• 7-inch infotainment touchscreen display
• Smartphone connectivity is provided through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

SLE

More convenience features are included in the SLE, including:

• Alloy wheels, 17 inches
• Exterior trim upgrade
• Heated trailering mirrors with power adjustments
• Tailgate with MultiPro configuration
• Integrated brake trailer controller (allows trailer brakes to be adjusted from the cab)
• Carpeted flooring and cloth seats
• Underseat storage in front
• Controlled cruise
• Power windows and door locks
• Keyless entrance through remote
• Touchscreen infotainment display (8 inches)
• Wi-Fi hotspot and other connected services

SLT

The SLT adds more style, comfort, and convenience features, such as:

• Alloy wheels, 18 inches
• Tires for all kinds of terrain
• Foglights with LEDs
• Trailering mirrors with power-folding and extension
• 120-volt power plugs on the dashboard and in the cargo bed for cargo bed lights
• Push-button engine start and keyless entry
• Start the engine remotely
• Automatic temperature control in two zones
• Seats in leather
• Front seats with power adjustments and driver memory Heated front seats and steering wheel
• Backup camera with Hitch View angle in high HD

AT4

Off-road, the AT4 offers:

• four-wheel drive is standard.
• Hill descent management
• Tuning for off-road suspension
• Skid plates on the underside
• bed liner spray
• Front bucket seats with a center console
• Front chairs with vents

The Denali adds:

• alloy wheels, 20"
• Rear power sliding window
• Side steps make taxi access and departure easier.
• Leather seats
• Driver information display has been upgraded.
• Bose premium sound system Navigation system
• Wireless charging for smartphones
• Camera in the bed

GMC also includes several safety features on the Sierra 2500HD Denali, several of which are also available on other Sierra models:

• Mitigation of forwarding collisions (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
• A lane deviation warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
• Rear cross-traffic warning with blind-spot monitoring (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
• Surround-view surveillance system (gives you a top-down view of the Sierra 2500HD and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
• Sensors for parking (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
• Seat with safety warnings (vibrates to bring added driver attention to safety alerts)

Many of the basic features found on higher trim levels are also available as options on lesser trim levels. Depending on the trim level, other notable extra-cost modifications include:

• A heads-up display (HUD) (displays important information in your sightline onto the windshield)
• Camera system for trailers (can display multiple trailer-based camera views on the touchscreen to aid with towing)
• Rear-view digital mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)
• Off-road package X31 (upgraded suspension, skid plates, hill descent control)
• With LED perimeter illumination, power-retractable aid steps are available.