There was a nice roll out in 2023 for the GMC Sierra 1500 and that lends to the fact that the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 will likely have fewer upgrades than before. The Sierra 1500 is meant to be a player in the full-size light-duty pickup market. This meaning the F-150, Ram and more are what the GMC Sierra 1500 is going up against. Yet the Sierra is viable for its range of powertrain choices, rugged styling and high-end Denali trims that are dedicated to off-roading versions. Here is a brief breakdown of what to expect for the new 2023 GMC Sierra 1500.
Key Takeaways
- Turbo charged 4 cylinder
- 5.3-liter V8
- 6.2-liter V8
- 3.0-liter inline-6 turbo diesel
- 8 or 10 speed transmission
- Standard with rear wheel drive, though some trims to offer 4WD
The 2023 GMC Sierra did not come to mess around and has an option that will suit anyone’s needs. The standards on the trims begin with great options that can only lead to more momentous upgrades as needed. Below will be an overview of each trim and what it’s bringing to the plate this year of 2023.
What trim levels will be out this 2023 for the GMC Sierra 1500?
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 will be pulling out all of the stops with 8 different trim levels to choose from. With the starting base price beginning in the range of $37,200 and skyrocketing up to $82,200 for the more elaborate Denali Ultimate.
The eight trim levels are as follows:
- Pro: This is the only trim allowing for all 3 cab choices and starts at $36,400. The Pro is more about function and comes with 310 HP, and 2.7L turbocharged engine. It also comes with a 7 in touchscreen for the Infotainment system.
- SLE: This trim comes with a turbo 4 cylinder but does have the option to change to 5.3L V8 which holds 383 lb ft of torque and 355 HP. This builds on the Pro trim with additional features like cruise control, the 12.3-inch configurable color driver-info display and digital gauge cluster, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat.
- Elevation: This trim adds to the SLE with a gloss-black grille, 20-inch black wheels, and monochromatic exterior accents and it also features LED fog lights and a high-capacity suspension.
- SLT: Available only with CrewCab, this trim has a 5.3L V8 but also requires 4WD. SLE and SLT are very similar with options but the SLT offers 7-speaker Bose audio system.
- AT4: This is one of the Sierra’s 2 dedicated off-road trims. 3.0L turbodiesel or it also offers the 6.2L V8.
- Denali: This trim also builds on the SLT trim that comes with a standard engine of a 5.3L V8 or another option can be the 3.0L turbodiesel or the 6.2L V8. It comes with the Crew Cab and 4WD.
- AT4X: This is the Sierra’s ultimate off-roader. For those that are die hard for off-roading, this is the best trim to pick. Included is the Preferred and Technology Packages. Also there are 16-way power-adjustable front seats with massage, leather seating, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. A 12-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system, a bed-view camera, and a power sunroof with a standard MultiPro Tailgate Kicker audio system come with this trim.
- Denali Ultimate: This trim is as the name implies, the ultimate. This trim has all the Sierra features and options rolled into one ultimate Crew Cab model with a short box. Offering a 3L turbo diesel or a 6.2L V8 dependent on preference.
Summary:
The lower price range on the trims would be those of the Pro, SLE, Elevation and SLT. This is perfect for budget friendly options while still receiving the maximum power ratings and by no means getting diminished on the HP or torque per lb. As for the AT4 and AT4X trims, they have similar options as to what they bring to the table. These trims have the same maximum power ratings as the Pro, SLE, Elevation and SLT but add a lifted suspension that makes off-roading used more desirable for the purchase of these trims. To add a bit more luxury as well, these trims come with heated and ventilated front seats that also have built in massagers. Nothing like climbing around and exploring all day and then resting your sore muscles in your massaging seats while venturing to your next destination. Can’t forget to leave out the most luxurious of all the 2023 GMC Sierra trims. These come in the form of the Denali and the Denali Ultimate. These trims come at the highest cost point, but they are stacked with anything and everything possible within these bad boys. All the standard features, including technology, materials and power come flooding in with these 2 final trims. When looking for the ultimate of all trims for the new 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, it is going to be hard-pressed to find something that does not suit everyone’s needs in these luxury trims.