Congratulations, I bought a 2005 and for the last 15 years working hard or going to the woods the durability and reliability of the Duramax 6.6 engine is the best and I have the evidences and experience. I keep the 6.6 and I just bought the 6.2 Habana brawn metallic High country is a luxury dependability with the 10 speed automatic transmission. Chevrolet has the best reliability and durability and dependability and I have the evidences to prove I recommend is the best. 😊🤗🤝
Francisco Domenech I just traded my 2017 LTZ Z71 6.2 in for a 2019 LTZ Z71. The 2017 was in for oil changes only so hopefully the new one will be the same.
These are some of the best videos because your receiving real world explanations on why customers actually bought that vehicle over the others. This truck is one of the best looking HDs you can buy IMO.
I just purchased this same truck, except carbon black. I have owned two other GMC HD diesel 3500 trucks with both the LML and L5P diesel engines. This new 2020 just blows me away, it is a completely different truck. I got $10K off list price from Dennis Dillion GMC in Boise, ID. They price these trucks to drawn in the out-of-state buyer. I went with the 2500 this time because they are more comfortable to drive. Everyone keeps talking about how big it is, it is bigger but for a HD truck --- it is the right size now. The older GM HD trucks did not look like HD trucks IMO. The new camera systems makes this thing a breeze to drive, turn, park, etc. I drove 85 miles yesterday through mountain passes, driving between 65 and 75MPH on I-84 -- and hit right at 24 mpg. I am excited to pull my trailer to see what mileage I get. This 10 speed transmission is a game changer. It is sooo smooth, you can hear it shift but you cannot feel it shift. I have not had a vehicle with the adaptive cruise control, but it sounds like something I would like. So many features to mention here that this truck has, but the bottom line is it is a very very nice truck all the way around.
I have a SRW 2018 3500 HD 4x4 and my average is 14.8. The new 2020 GMC HD trucks are awesome. I love the new look of both Chevy & GMC. Thanks for sharing the details of the AT4 Andre.
I been a Ford guy my whole life but I have to say that is one good looking truck! GM did the GMC very well, not sure what went wrong with the Chevy HD lol!
the Chevy hd looks good in person to me. especially when the sun is going down and you can really see the DRLs it looks pretty sweet but I still like the GMC better
@Trolling snowflake leftist 24/7 Haha funny. We've got the same issues with a 2016 Yukon Denali. AC condenser broken, shocks leaking oil, stereo quit working, transmission issues oh and all that at 60k miles. These GM vehicles are junk
Just pulled the Trigger. 10 speed transmission, Technology package, lift and shocks and towing numbers are my reasons. Turns out on a 735 mile trip thru fog, freezing rain and then a snow blizzard the vehicle mileage total was 23.2 miles per gallon or 10.1 liters per 100 km. There were times that I saw 9.5. If diesel were cheaper (or even as gas) for price per litre I'd be laughing but getting that with this truck is amazing. My 2016 1500 Silverado LTZ(5.3) never saw that mileage although I'd expected to see it. And pulling my 29' Jayco it (LTZ) got 7 miles per gallon in the hills of the Wisconsin Dells. This truck is amazing, I couldn't be happier.
I like the idea of all the technology, but I priced out a '20 F-250 Lariat sport V8 and it was just as gorgeous a truck. Sure it had several less options but it was under $60k.
@@thefreeman8791 I actually disagree. I don't think that anyone would call this Sierra 2500 ugly, but I get that the Silverado HD is a bit polarizing... but I actually like the styling. It's all a matter of preference, I suppose.
I bought a new 2016 (dec 2015) ram 3500 drw aisin 4.10, your ike test helped me to that decision, and on the highway, the truck is fine, i only added the Pacbrake to it (made it way better), one thing that always upset me about that truck, was the turning radius, i tow large trailers (big tex 25du and moritz 22+10 hydraulic dove tail), I just ordered a 2020 f450 due to the turning radius, much better truck for what i do, in town towing and backing up. you guys should included turning radius on your golden hitch award.
Love my AT4! I Have had it about 2 months now and I definitely do not regret it. Pros: Ride quality is phenomenal! Tows great, I don't tow a lot of heavy stuff but do have a tandem trailer that I haul some ATVs around on and going from my wifes Jeep Cherokee to this was a night and day difference. I barely feel the trailer behind me. MPG is very surprising, I have gotten upwards of 24MPG at points Cons: The multi-function tailgate is nice but even with a 6 inch drop it can make contact with the hitch still once you stand on it and put pressure on the step. As the reviewer in the video states, adaptive cruise control would be nice. Like him in the Cherokee we have gotten used to using it when in traffic and it certainly helps make traffic a little less stressful. Interior is nice but RAM and Ford definitely have the better interiors. With that being said, I bought this truck for its capability and the 10-speed Allison. All in all its a great truck! I don't know if there is the perfect truck out there that a truck owner wouldn't change something about but this one is fillling my needs just fine.
@@garygill3294 I had heard the Denali was smoother but idk how it can be. We drove from my doorstep here in Raleigh NC to Nashville TN recently on one tank of diesel mind you and it was the most comfortable I have been on a road trip ever. I assume that if you take the aggressive All-Terrain tires off and out road touring tires on it would get a little better but I wouldn't trade the ride I have for the world. Hope this helps!
One of the nicest spec trucks I’ve seen. When we bought our 2018 f150 I really came close to a GMC. The only thing that swayed me was the fact the F150 is aluminum and won’t rust two years in (not meant as a dig any steel body will) 👌
Devo you get a lot of bimetallic corrosion where aluminum meets steel. However it’s far less likely to corrode in a similar fashion to steel. I’m confident it will last longer. Time will tell.
@@nkyryry Yup 2 and a half years into owning an aluminum body F150 and can definitely say the rock chip corrosion compared to my 15 Chev is amazing. Up in Canada,they use salt on the roads in winter and it really messes with steel......literally half the year the roads are salted. My Chev literally had a bit of rust on every chip,something the F150 doesn't. So yes I'm happy with the aluminum body.
This is hands down the best truck on the market. It's more power than a diesel FORD F350 tremor more way more Payload than a Dodge Powerwagon (1127lb) payload. My Chevy dealer usually starts giving away big rebates at the end of the year on trucks I'd imagine GMC is the same.
Yeah NEVER by when they are just coming out. Wait for the next model year and the dealer wants those ":terrible old trucks" off his lot. lol. It's what I did and it saved me a few k.
Just purchased a black AT4 HD with the Duramax. Not having adaptive cruise control is the only disappointment I have with this truck. It has all the technology for adaptive cruise control and not sure why they didn't follow through with it. maybe an update in the future will be coming to enable adaptive cruise control.
Same here, I bought a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 with the new L5P Duramax. Very happy with the new Duramax, I'm curious how the 10 speed has changed towing and fuel economy. I'll have to wait a couple years, my 2019 is the second time I've bought the outgoing model as the new one came out. My previous pickup was a 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 with the LML Duramax, I just can't pass up the huge discount on the outgoing model. Saved over $15k off MSRP on both pickups.
@@OneNationUnderGod. Could get pretty much this exact truck for almost 10k off, www.davesmith.com/new/GMC/2020-GMC-Sierra+3500HD-2c8a18e80a0e0a6b1ad9e1bce365aa85.htm Not a bad deal for being brand new.
@@jmart5302 That is really poor. Even my 1 ton gas GMC crew cab long bed can get 11.5 mpg city. If you're getting that in a diesel you're either idling too much or driving it too hard lol.
The 10 spd although not a true Allison is so damn smooth and efficient. You won’t be able to go back to a 6 spd after this. You won’t be able to drive a ram or ford after you are used to the ride on these GM’s
Hey I bought a 2017 Denali 2500 love it did I need it he’ll no, but it’s a great truck more power than I’ll ever need and gets dam good fuel mileage for such a big heavy duty truck
I just bought the 2020 AT4 1500 and the adaptive cruise is great. The only thing I don't have is the front bed steps. I do have the kicker stereo in the tailgate. It just happened to come with it. And because it is the end of 2020, I got it for a great deal.
I got mine more for the luxury, so I will be using the bed more as a large trunk. I traded in my Cadillac XTS Platinum and the AT4 has all the bells and whistles with more cabin room. Once I get my Bak Revolution X14 and bedrug, I should be cookin! - MayorMike
The seat contrast is the best of the Sierras and I would not buy anything other than the pacific blue. I was looking at a frost white denali, but these stand out.
I test drove one of these, real nice, bunch of bells and whistles like the rear view mirror/camera. Only complaint I have is the tow mirrors shape has too many zig zags lol. Still love my 17 Chevy Midnight Duramax. AT4 and Fords Tremor edition are the hottest looking trucks right now. Not sure what Chevy did with 2020 appearance.
This is a great breakdown of why the truck is a good pick. It still kills me me thought how tiny/outdated the dash and infotainment is in an $80k truck
@@ktpinnacle Considering a lot of them can do the work it used to take several to do (Church on Sunday, Work on Monday) they really aren't. You don't have to spend 70k on a lux truck. You can get lower trim levels and spend less. They'll often do the same if not more. You're not entitled to live in the lap of luxury on the cheap. Nobody is.
I wish the AT4 came with a rear selectable locker. For as much as they cost and the at4 being just an appearance package is kind of a bummer. The 1500s come with a small lift and duratracs over a normal 1500.
That is a really nice looking truck. The AT4 package adds nice touches. I just can't wrap my thoughts (or checkbook) around 70k! I am so out of touch with prices of all these new trucks.
If you cant justify paying 70 k for a truck then dont purchase a HD truck. HD trucks are a tool that make you money. Especially diesel. Dont buy a diesel if your not using for towing heavy loads
I used to be a truck guy. But since I do a lot of off road exploring I now prefer my lifted 2018 JLU with 35 inch tires. The wheelbase on the trucks was just to long, for my new purposes...
@@mpsangha I saw a comparison on a youtube channel, side by side, they are the same size as a Tacoma. Not even a full sized truck. If it was, I would consider getting one...
These trucks are NOT actually expensive if you look at all the content, technology, comfort, and usability. Compare the price to what some people will pay for a high-end Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Jaguar, et al. This truck is MUCH better value. And which one will last longer and still be on the road (or even off-road) doing its job in 30 years? The truck wins hands down.
The GMC and PW are in different leagues. One is a purpose-built, 2500-based, off-roader with all of the necessary hardcore hardware to virtually never get stuck. The other is also a great truck that is more of slightly better off-roader than the standard 2500 that also has a diesel option. It all comes down to what you really want: Unstoppable offroad beast with a substantial better interior? PW. A offroad-worthy 2500 with good capacity and cameras galore(although that interior for over $70k? Ouch)? GMC. What a time to be a truck buyer.
Since the mpg between diesel and gas is about the same, I'm leaning towards getting a 2500 at4 with 6.6l v8 mainly for carrying payload only. Maintenance will be cheaper as well, and gas is cheaper.
I was surprised it only towed 11000 lbs. with the duramax. One of the best reviews I’ve ever watched, Kudos on having an owner input review. A 6 month update would be interesting with the owner.
The 1/2 ton F-150 you had was underpowered for your needs, so you upgraded to a 3/4 ton; that's no fault of the F-150, it's simply the fact that you now need more capacity (or you didn't do your due diligence the first time around). Personally, I'd have gone for the Ford SuperDuty instead Tremor or non-Tremor package, but that's just me.
Anyone bending over to hand $95,000 to buy a truck should be punished for the good of common man. That only encourages these companies to go up more each year and rape us.
I went and looked at a truck like this here locally. Nice truck, maybe if I win the lottery I could afford one. Right now I have a job and family to think about and cannot afford to buy a new toy and also drive it. They need to make a nice truck that is affordable for the working man/woman. A base model is just that, the working individual would like to have a vehicle they can be proud to drive as well.
It's not an option on the HD I have no facts to base this on but I belive the reason it is not avail el is due to the amount of towing expected out of an HD. I'd like to say something about too many variables for the truck to compensate for but let's be honest, it's all liability for GM That being said I've ordered a 3500 and quickly got over the fact this won't be included
I'm impressed he switched from jeep/ford to a GM, I didnt think with the new body style there would be any of that. Corse it's just an opinion, interiors and a major let down! Would love to see more of these reviews from ppl that have more then 1500 miles on the vehicle, still in the honeymoon stage...
The only thing that I don't like about the AT4 package is that you have to have those orange inserts in the seats. There should be an option to remove those if you don't like them.
Great video, but the video capture was too close up at times that took away from seeing in full view certain things, such as when he was pulling back the cover, would have been nice to see a full view of what he was doing. Just too much up close on things without seeing a wider view. If gonna show up close, also within one motion show the full view as well. Full view and up close in the same motion is better. Other than that great video. I love the fact of doing a review with a real owner. It gives the review a much deeper connection. Thank you also for your expert knowledge in these reviews. Your reviews have been a go to for me over the years, especially with the other guy you do the comparisons with. He's dope too... blessings🔥🔥🔥
My fear with all of the tech is when it breaks, it's going to be expensive to fix. That tailgate alone must cost a mint (I didn't see a manual open option on the tailgate, just two buttons. That can't be good 10 years down the road).
My problem is with these new trucks is I love all of the technology, but....I have an 02 F350 Powerstroke and everything works fine. I have a feeling any of the new trucks will be rolling bricks with all of the high tech stuff broken at 200k miles.
The newer trucks won't make 100k before you need costly repairs. Keep your Ford. It's cheaper to fix and most likely just as reliable. It's hard to spend 75k on something thats nothing more than a showpiece.
that is why I got the Tradesman trim level on my Ram 2500... I didn't want too much electronic crap to break down at some point... nor did I want to PAY for all of it.
@@randallsmith7124 that's a good truck. I agree with less things to break makes for an overall better experience of ownership. When there's half the amount of moving parts odds are they're not going to have the issues
For me the only knock is the interior. It's not the bottom of the barrel but it could but much better. I prefer the barndoors on the ram but I could live with the multi pro tailgate. For how much this thing weighs and it basically being a brick fighting through the wind that gas mileage is not bad, could probably be higher if you granny the throttle.
Very nicely designed truck, just many new options that I already have on my 17' F250,from the truck and trailers cameras,to the mirrors,to the aluminum and then some,couldn't copy the tailgate steps though.
Great review, it's always good to get an owners opinion about the vehicle after having it for awhile. The question I would like to know is if his wife liked driving it too 🙂
Just wait until trash gets into all those hinges on that tailgate and see how well it works. The only positive I think on a GM is that they did use an extra injector downstream in the exhaust to burn off the DPF ash instead injecting extra fuel in the engine. Not sure if that is still true.
The marker lights on the top of the fenderwells are my favorite.😂😂😂 Maybe good for pulling tractors and stuff. My tuned 3.5 EcoBoost absolutely humiliates these things on a weekly basis lol. Leave so hard in fwd under boost spinning all four toyo 295/75/18 all terrains it makes their salt life hats spin in circles lol.
I'm new to the world of trucks (just bought mine a year ago) and I just wanna say that it is REALLY hard to do any sort of research about trucks. Any site I look at people say every single manufacturer sucks and their trucks are garbage. I don't know enough about trucks to know who is bullshitting and who is for real so it's really damn confusing. Whenever I think I like a certain truck I go read about it and sure enough "this truck is garbage, don't buy it!" I've seen this about Ram 1500's, Ford Rangers, Tacomas, Tundras, F-150's, you name it. How am I supposed to learn when everyone is so damn biased? I have no idea what trucks/manufacturers to avoid and which are good. It's so frustrating.
Well mine, is two years old and the coating on the grill and on the trim around the fog lights is chipping horribly. Everything else is working well but this coating they used sucked. It’s plain chrome underneath. Clearly the coating does not bond to the chrome for the long term. Wondering what others have done about it?
Main reason to get this truck over the Power Wagon? Diesel. Ram wasn't willing to design a truck that allowed for the diesel intercooler AND a winch up front.
After owning the truck for a while he will change his mind. Thank goodness he purchased the Diesel with the Allison transmission. GM doesn’t make a good transmission anymore. You will find that with time the plastic dashboard will crack. The undercarriage will rust. The HVAC system will break down. It not like the older GM trucks. It will become a money pit after the warranty is over. Sell it before then or just lease it. Fords and Toyota trucks quality is getting better as GMC and Chevrolet has been getting worse. I have always liked the GMC and Chevrolet ride better. 😀✌️
Very interesting. For GMC/Chev owners, will you ask why they picked GMC over Chev or vice versa? I thought GMC was the truck line so that was the way to go but lately I'm not sure. Thanks.
What a beautiful truck, I thought white was the best color choice , then I saw the black and now this, the conclusion is it looks good on pretty much any color.
I have a 2018 Ram with an 8 foot bed and the bed is terrible, flimsy and only 4 little loops on the entire bed, i use my bed daily and it’s hard to secure multiple items. My old Chevy has a much more usable bed
You Guys Should Do a Ike Gauntlet towing test in a 1995 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71 Extended Cab Short Bed and a towing test with a 2006 GMC Envoy XL / Chevy Trailblazer EXT vs 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71 Extended Cab Short Bed/ Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab Short Bed / 200 GMC Safari EXT / Chevy Astro Van EXT / 2000 Chevy Venture
Seems like a nice happy guy... I hope he loose some weight, he was out of breath a couple of times just by talking. I like more this interiors than the ones from the RAM and Ford, this are more simple, more useful and I bet it will get less troubles when time passes by... Nice truck
The problem with the power wagon is the gas mileage on the gas engines. I have a 2016 gmc and get 18mpg . My buddy has the new 2019 power wagon and according to him, he's only getting around 13.5mpg. Has 4k on it. I always thought after 2 or 3 k the engine was broken in and mpg went up a bit.
I think many manufacturers break the engines in at the factory a bit. Also from all my reading, many people who broke their engines in slowly and babied them ended up having an oil eating pig. The best way to break a new car or truck in is to do a 50 foot burn out leaving the dealership.
the gmc version looks a hell of a lot better than the chevy no doubt.....but i just can't get over those broken arm tow mirrors....man that's an ugly design...
You just say that because everyone else says that , these mirrors are better then RAM’S that’s for sure. These mirrors are bigger and better for towing ,
He still didn't give exactly why he picked this truck. Glad he did. Hearing something like: it's best looking , best resale value etc. Specifically he didn't mention why
It is saddening to see how manufacturers water down the base models and only include electronic aides with an $80,000 truck. Cameras, screens and sensors are dirt cheap nowadays. These frilly trucks are pure profit. I agree that radar cruise control should come with your new truck if it's meant to replace your home.
Thats bad ass im looking at the at4 1500 6.2l but they have no deals on them for 65k ill look into that tremor f250 and see what they have for that when it comes out.
It would be cool if you followed up in a year on these owners
JogBird ... yes for sure. My baby mama passes as livestock, so do please take her for a year.
Good idea.
Congratulations, I bought a 2005 and for the last 15 years working hard or going to the woods the durability and reliability of the Duramax 6.6 engine is the best and I have the evidences and experience. I keep the 6.6 and I just bought the 6.2 Habana brawn metallic High country is a luxury dependability with the 10 speed automatic transmission. Chevrolet has the best reliability and durability and dependability and I have the evidences to prove I recommend is the best. 😊🤗🤝
Francisco Domenech
I just traded my 2017 LTZ Z71 6.2 in for a 2019 LTZ Z71. The 2017 was in for oil changes only so hopefully the new one will be the same.
@@gmrtg1414 You got two whole years out of it? Impressive.
I think these are one of my most favorite TFLT segments. Real owners, real stories, real connections! Great stuff!
These are some of the best videos because your receiving real world explanations on why customers actually bought that vehicle over the others. This truck is one of the best looking HDs you can buy IMO.
AT4’s rear axle pumpkin is much higher than most trucks which is extremely important to four wheeling. The camera system is awesome. Nice truck!!!
I just purchased this same truck, except carbon black. I have owned two other GMC HD diesel 3500 trucks with both the LML and L5P diesel engines. This new 2020 just blows me away, it is a completely different truck. I got $10K off list price from Dennis Dillion GMC in Boise, ID. They price these trucks to drawn in the out-of-state buyer. I went with the 2500 this time because they are more comfortable to drive. Everyone keeps talking about how big it is, it is bigger but for a HD truck --- it is the right size now. The older GM HD trucks did not look like HD trucks IMO. The new camera systems makes this thing a breeze to drive, turn, park, etc.
I drove 85 miles yesterday through mountain passes, driving between 65 and 75MPH on I-84 -- and hit right at 24 mpg. I am excited to pull my trailer to see what mileage I get. This 10 speed transmission is a game changer. It is sooo smooth, you can hear it shift but you cannot feel it shift. I have not had a vehicle with the adaptive cruise control, but it sounds like something I would like. So many features to mention here that this truck has, but the bottom line is it is a very very nice truck all the way around.
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I can see the happiness on this man's face with his new truck. Congratulations!
Beautiful truck . Thanks to the owner for braving the keyboard commandos to come.
That's a nice bonus feature with the multi pro tailgate when you have a bed cover. I never thought about that.
I have a SRW 2018 3500 HD 4x4 and my average is 14.8. The new 2020 GMC HD trucks are awesome. I love the new look of both Chevy & GMC. Thanks for sharing the details of the AT4 Andre.
I been a Ford guy my whole life but I have to say that is one good looking truck! GM did the GMC very well, not sure what went wrong with the Chevy HD lol!
But those mirrors.....just awful....
the Chevy hd looks good in person to me. especially when the sun is going down and you can really see the DRLs it looks pretty sweet but I still like the GMC better
GMC shit interiors..
i saw a high country in person the other day and it looked really good
@Trolling snowflake leftist 24/7 Haha funny. We've got the same issues with a 2016 Yukon Denali. AC condenser broken, shocks leaking oil, stereo quit working, transmission issues oh and all that at 60k miles. These GM vehicles are junk
Just pulled the Trigger. 10 speed transmission, Technology package, lift and shocks and towing numbers are my reasons. Turns out on a 735 mile trip thru fog, freezing rain and then a snow blizzard the vehicle mileage total was 23.2 miles per gallon or 10.1 liters per 100 km. There were times that I saw 9.5. If diesel were cheaper (or even as gas) for price per litre I'd be laughing but getting that with this truck is amazing. My 2016 1500 Silverado LTZ(5.3) never saw that mileage although I'd expected to see it. And pulling my 29' Jayco it (LTZ) got 7 miles per gallon in the hills of the Wisconsin Dells. This truck is amazing, I couldn't be happier.
Damn I’m a ford guy but man that gmc is a very very good looking truck 100 no doubt about it it’s very stylish and a capable truck
I like the idea of all the technology, but I priced out a '20 F-250 Lariat sport V8 and it was just as gorgeous a truck. Sure it had several less options but it was under $60k.
I’m a GM guy and I do like the GM trucks. The new Chevy’s are just downright ugly.
@Born to Drive th-cam.com/video/dYb6lQG4Jzw/w-d-xo.html lol good call
jon maciel - my advice - STAY a Ford guy! they are awesome!
@@thefreeman8791 I actually disagree. I don't think that anyone would call this Sierra 2500 ugly, but I get that the Silverado HD is a bit polarizing... but I actually like the styling. It's all a matter of preference, I suppose.
I bought a new 2016 (dec 2015) ram 3500 drw aisin 4.10, your ike test helped me to that decision, and on the highway, the truck is fine, i only added the Pacbrake to it (made it way better), one thing that always upset me about that truck, was the turning radius, i tow large trailers (big tex 25du and moritz 22+10 hydraulic dove tail), I just ordered a 2020 f450 due to the turning radius, much better truck for what i do, in town towing and backing up. you guys should included turning radius on your golden hitch award.
Yeah they do turn like a barge. Lol.
Love my AT4! I Have had it about 2 months now and I definitely do not regret it. Pros: Ride quality is phenomenal! Tows great, I don't tow a lot of heavy stuff but do have a tandem trailer that I haul some ATVs around on and going from my wifes Jeep Cherokee to this was a night and day difference. I barely feel the trailer behind me. MPG is very surprising, I have gotten upwards of 24MPG at points Cons: The multi-function tailgate is nice but even with a 6 inch drop it can make contact with the hitch still once you stand on it and put pressure on the step. As the reviewer in the video states, adaptive cruise control would be nice. Like him in the Cherokee we have gotten used to using it when in traffic and it certainly helps make traffic a little less stressful. Interior is nice but RAM and Ford definitely have the better interiors. With that being said, I bought this truck for its capability and the 10-speed Allison. All in all its a great truck! I don't know if there is the perfect truck out there that a truck owner wouldn't change something about but this one is fillling my needs just fine.
Any way you can compare it to the Denali? Strictly based on how much smoother or rougher is it than the Denali?
@@garygill3294 I had heard the Denali was smoother but idk how it can be. We drove from my doorstep here in Raleigh NC to Nashville TN recently on one tank of diesel mind you and it was the most comfortable I have been on a road trip ever. I assume that if you take the aggressive All-Terrain tires off and out road touring tires on it would get a little better but I wouldn't trade the ride I have for the world. Hope this helps!
I thought that they should add another weak point or two to a pickup tailgate. Nicely done gm! Can't wait to see how these fair after 10 years
One of the nicest spec trucks I’ve seen. When we bought our 2018 f150 I really came close to a GMC. The only thing that swayed me was the fact the F150 is aluminum and won’t rust two years in (not meant as a dig any steel body will) 👌
Matt Davies have you seen corroded aluminum fords yet? They definitely corrode... and it’s ugly. Aluminum corrodes!!!
Devo you get a lot of bimetallic corrosion where aluminum meets steel. However it’s far less likely to corrode in a similar fashion to steel. I’m confident it will last longer. Time will tell.
Rust is a cancer to metal. Corrosion on aluminum is no where near as bad.
@@nkyryry
Yup
2 and a half years into owning an aluminum body F150 and can definitely say the rock chip corrosion compared to my 15 Chev is amazing.
Up in Canada,they use salt on the roads in winter and it really messes with steel......literally half the year the roads are salted.
My Chev literally had a bit of rust on every chip,something the F150 doesn't.
So yes I'm happy with the aluminum body.
Oh the aluminum is just as bad I’ve Already seen some corroding.
It's really nice looking, i'm glad Ram can finally do similar combinations like Big Horn with painted bumpers, i don't like too much chrome either
This is hands down the best truck on the market. It's more power than a diesel FORD F350 tremor more way more Payload than a Dodge Powerwagon (1127lb) payload. My Chevy dealer usually starts giving away big rebates at the end of the year on trucks I'd imagine GMC is the same.
Yeah NEVER by when they are just coming out. Wait for the next model year and the dealer wants those ":terrible old trucks" off his lot. lol. It's what I did and it saved me a few k.
Love the owners perspective In this video series
I really like how real these guys are!
I think the Sierra is a good truck, but I hate how small the Infotainment System is, way too small in a huge truck
This was excellent. Good objective review from an actual owner.
Nice Truck much nicer than the F250 I'll be buying one, GMC also holds a better value than the ford and dodge
Don’t start crying when it’s broke in 2 years
Congrats to whoever bought this truck. U won't regret it.
*WOW* !!! *Great video Andre* !!!! *It's a FAB idea to have real owners share their views* !!!! #GMC #truck #TFLNow
Just purchased a black AT4 HD with the Duramax. Not having adaptive cruise control is the only disappointment I have with this truck.
It has all the technology for adaptive cruise control and not sure why they didn't follow through with it.
maybe an update in the future will be coming to enable adaptive cruise control.
Im a power wagon guy but the at4 in black is absolutly beaitiful. I seen one getting delivered and was blown away at how nice and rugged it looked.
I'm sure they will update it for you later ... at a handsome fee lol ... Don't expect it for free :)
These trucks are very beautiful. For me I just love the sound of the older diesel.
Road in one of those trucks yesterday...that was an amazing truck.
I have the 2019 and I’m averaging 18 mpg. I love the review.
Same here, I bought a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 with the new L5P Duramax. Very happy with the new Duramax, I'm curious how the 10 speed has changed towing and fuel economy. I'll have to wait a couple years, my 2019 is the second time I've bought the outgoing model as the new one came out. My previous pickup was a 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 with the LML Duramax, I just can't pass up the huge discount on the outgoing model. Saved over $15k off MSRP on both pickups.
@@OneNationUnderGod. Could get pretty much this exact truck for almost 10k off, www.davesmith.com/new/GMC/2020-GMC-Sierra+3500HD-2c8a18e80a0e0a6b1ad9e1bce365aa85.htm
Not a bad deal for being brand new.
Mixed? Man in the city I'm getting around 11.5.... it hurts lol (19)
@@jmart5302 That is really poor. Even my 1 ton gas GMC crew cab long bed can get 11.5 mpg city. If you're getting that in a diesel you're either idling too much or driving it too hard lol.
@@dedalliance1 man I don't even stop on it. I've only got 2k on its clock, in 5 months of owning it and the first month I had out 800 on it.
I have a 2020 denali 3500 and it’s so smooth and luxurious. I love it
The 10 spd although not a true Allison is so damn smooth and efficient. You won’t be able to go back to a 6 spd after this. You won’t be able to drive a ram or ford after you are used to the ride on these GM’s
Hey I bought a 2017 Denali 2500 love it did I need it he’ll no, but it’s a great truck more power than I’ll ever need and gets dam good fuel mileage for such a big heavy duty truck
I just bought the 2020 AT4 1500 and the adaptive cruise is great. The only thing I don't have is the front bed steps. I do have the kicker stereo in the tailgate. It just happened to come with it. And because it is the end of 2020, I got it for a great deal.
I got mine more for the luxury, so I will be using the bed more as a large trunk. I traded in my Cadillac XTS Platinum and the AT4 has all the bells and whistles with more cabin room. Once I get my Bak Revolution X14 and bedrug, I should be cookin! - MayorMike
The seat contrast is the best of the Sierras and I would not buy anything other than the pacific blue. I was looking at a frost white denali, but these stand out.
And with my 11k trade of my cadillac, I got this, with the 6.2 V8, loaded, for 50k.
I test drove one of these, real nice, bunch of bells and whistles like the rear view mirror/camera. Only complaint I have is the tow mirrors shape has too many zig zags lol. Still love my 17 Chevy Midnight Duramax. AT4 and Fords Tremor edition are the hottest looking trucks right now. Not sure what Chevy did with 2020 appearance.
This is a great breakdown of why the truck is a good pick. It still kills me me thought how tiny/outdated the dash and infotainment is in an $80k truck
He said it:its about 20 grand over priced....
Put 17k lbs behind it and tow it up a hill. Detach it and then go off roading. I've already seen my friends AT4 in action. It's worth the money.
Los Angeles Lakers no truck is work 70K. It’s well overpriced
@@T3CHK1NG54 Maybe not to you but there are sedans over 70k and they can't do any work.
All trucks and full-sized SUVs are over priced.
@@ktpinnacle Considering a lot of them can do the work it used to take several to do (Church on Sunday, Work on Monday) they really aren't.
You don't have to spend 70k on a lux truck. You can get lower trim levels and spend less. They'll often do the same if not more.
You're not entitled to live in the lap of luxury on the cheap. Nobody is.
I have a 2020 AT4 1500 with a 6.2L and I love everything about it, just like this gentleman said... wish the price was lower lol
Great Video Andre! (Any dimension specs on the tremor?). Please?
Going from a Ford to a GMC - he’s going to have to become accustomed to dependability. 🏆✨
This is what I want, but a 3500.
I wish the AT4 came with a rear selectable locker. For as much as they cost and the at4 being just an appearance package is kind of a bummer. The 1500s come with a small lift and duratracs over a normal 1500.
Hopefully, GMC will add the side bed step in future models of the AT4 1500 as well.
Bring back stepsides!
That is a really nice looking truck. The AT4 package adds nice touches. I just can't wrap my thoughts (or checkbook) around 70k! I am so out of touch with prices of all these new trucks.
It will change soon. Remember 2009-2010? They are offering 96 month loans on vehicles now, that should tell you where the market's headed.
If you cant justify paying 70 k for a truck then dont purchase a HD truck. HD trucks are a tool that make you money. Especially diesel. Dont buy a diesel if your not using for towing heavy loads
Nice truck my 82 VW rabbit have the big nozzle for truck stops. I would get some crazy looks
I used to be a truck guy. But since I do a lot of off road exploring I now prefer my lifted 2018 JLU with 35 inch tires. The wheelbase on the trucks was just to long, for my new purposes...
Gladiator is the best of both worlds!
@@mpsangha I saw a comparison on a youtube channel, side by side, they are the same size as a Tacoma. Not even a full sized truck. If it was, I would consider getting one...
These trucks are NOT actually expensive if you look at all the content, technology, comfort, and usability. Compare the price to what some people will pay for a high-end Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Jaguar, et al. This truck is MUCH better value. And which one will last longer and still be on the road (or even off-road) doing its job in 30 years? The truck wins hands down.
Peter L I agree with you about the higher-end car manufacturers it'll be interesting to see the electronics hold up .
The GMC and PW are in different leagues. One is a purpose-built, 2500-based, off-roader with all of the necessary hardcore hardware to virtually never get stuck. The other is also a great truck that is more of slightly better off-roader than the standard 2500 that also has a diesel option. It all comes down to what you really want: Unstoppable offroad beast with a substantial better interior? PW. A offroad-worthy 2500 with good capacity and cameras galore(although that interior for over $70k? Ouch)? GMC. What a time to be a truck buyer.
Since the mpg between diesel and gas is about the same, I'm leaning towards getting a 2500 at4 with 6.6l v8 mainly for carrying payload only. Maintenance will be cheaper as well, and gas is cheaper.
I was surprised it only towed 11000 lbs. with the duramax. One of the best reviews I’ve ever watched, Kudos on having an owner input review. A 6 month update would be interesting with the owner.
He said GVW was 11,000 LBs. He can tow about 18,000 LBs with that setup and the max for a 3500 is in the mid to upper 30s
LOVE IT! GO GM!
And they can't pass a crash test so they won't last long GM builds "lame"
Brad Zimmerman they passed
@@bradzimmerman3171 they passed with 4.5 stars and the chevy Silverado with 5 stars
The 1/2 ton F-150 you had was underpowered for your needs, so you upgraded to a 3/4 ton; that's no fault of the F-150, it's simply the fact that you now need more capacity (or you didn't do your due diligence the first time around). Personally, I'd have gone for the Ford SuperDuty instead Tremor or non-Tremor package, but that's just me.
Tactickle Shtooper Or an F350 with the new 7.3!
@@dam4274 yes sir! ;-)
I am not a truck guy but, this is a real beauty!
Awesome review with a very informative customer
You’re doing a great job Andrej.
Can't wait for you guys to do f250 tremor. Like this
Anyone bending over to hand $95,000 to buy a truck should be punished for the good of common man. That only encourages these companies to go up more each year and rape us.
I went and looked at a truck like this here locally. Nice truck, maybe if I win the lottery I could afford one. Right now I have a job and family to think about and cannot afford to buy a new toy and also drive it. They need to make a nice truck that is affordable for the working man/woman. A base model is just that, the working individual would like to have a vehicle they can be proud to drive as well.
For such an expensive trick with the hi tech package, every option should be included like the adaptive cruise control.
It's not an option on the HD
I have no facts to base this on but I belive the reason it is not avail el is due to the amount of towing expected out of an HD. I'd like to say something about too many variables for the truck to compensate for but let's be honest, it's all liability for GM
That being said I've ordered a 3500 and quickly got over the fact this won't be included
I'm impressed he switched from jeep/ford to a GM, I didnt think with the new body style there would be any of that. Corse it's just an opinion, interiors and a major let down! Would love to see more of these reviews from ppl that have more then 1500 miles on the vehicle, still in the honeymoon stage...
The only thing that I don't like about the AT4 package is that you have to have those orange inserts in the seats. There should be an option to remove those if you don't like them.
Great video, but the video capture was too close up at times that took away from seeing in full view certain things, such as when he was pulling back the cover, would have been nice to see a full view of what he was doing. Just too much up close on things without seeing a wider view. If gonna show up close, also within one motion show the full view as well. Full view and up close in the same motion is better. Other than that great video. I love the fact of doing a review with a real owner. It gives the review a much deeper connection. Thank you also for your expert knowledge in these reviews. Your reviews have been a go to for me over the years, especially with the other guy you do the comparisons with. He's dope too... blessings🔥🔥🔥
the power delivery and smooth shifting of this new truck is really remarkable! too bad the dudes just into the cameras
My fear with all of the tech is when it breaks, it's going to be expensive to fix. That tailgate alone must cost a mint (I didn't see a manual open option on the tailgate, just two buttons. That can't be good 10 years down the road).
After 12 years and being pushed around 6,000 times the same type switch on my Yukon failed. It cost $48 for a new one.
My problem is with these new trucks is I love all of the technology, but....I have an 02 F350 Powerstroke and everything works fine. I have a feeling any of the new trucks will be rolling bricks with all of the high tech stuff broken at 200k miles.
The newer trucks won't make 100k before you need costly repairs. Keep your Ford. It's cheaper to fix and most likely just as reliable. It's hard to spend 75k on something thats nothing more than a showpiece.
Agreed. Keep ol’ reliable. Between the computers, EGR and DPF, they ain’t like they used to be.
that is why I got the Tradesman trim level on my Ram 2500... I didn't want too much electronic crap to break down at some point... nor did I want to PAY for all of it.
@@randallsmith7124 that's a good truck. I agree with less things to break makes for an overall better experience of ownership. When there's half the amount of moving parts odds are they're not going to have the issues
The one feature I do think is useful are the front box steps. Just wished they would fold up to clean up the lines when not in use.
For me the only knock is the interior. It's not the bottom of the barrel but it could but much better. I prefer the barndoors on the ram but I could live with the multi pro tailgate. For how much this thing weighs and it basically being a brick fighting through the wind that gas mileage is not bad, could probably be higher if you granny the throttle.
Love the truck
Very nicely designed truck, just many new options that I already have on my 17' F250,from the truck and trailers cameras,to the mirrors,to the aluminum and then some,couldn't copy the tailgate steps though.
"Well do you love it?" You spend $70K- $77K on anything you will say that you love it!! LOL
I think he loved it prior to plunking down that amount. It's called doing your research.
Great review, it's always good to get an owners opinion about the vehicle after having it for awhile. The question I would like to know is if his wife liked driving it too 🙂
Just wait until trash gets into all those hinges on that tailgate and see how well it works. The only positive I think on a GM is that they did use an extra injector downstream in the exhaust to burn off the DPF ash instead injecting extra fuel in the engine. Not sure if that is still true.
"Well maybe someday we will eventually get there" Come on bro,snap out of it.
Beautiful truck for sure, probably one of the best looking on the road
The marker lights on the top of the fenderwells are my favorite.😂😂😂 Maybe good for pulling tractors and stuff. My tuned 3.5 EcoBoost absolutely humiliates these things on a weekly basis lol. Leave so hard in fwd under boost spinning all four toyo 295/75/18 all terrains it makes their salt life hats spin in circles lol.
You haven't raced a deleted one yet
Rumor has the 2021 model with available ventilator option.
I'm new to the world of trucks (just bought mine a year ago) and I just wanna say that it is REALLY hard to do any sort of research about trucks. Any site I look at people say every single manufacturer sucks and their trucks are garbage. I don't know enough about trucks to know who is bullshitting and who is for real so it's really damn confusing. Whenever I think I like a certain truck I go read about it and sure enough "this truck is garbage, don't buy it!" I've seen this about Ram 1500's, Ford Rangers, Tacomas, Tundras, F-150's, you name it. How am I supposed to learn when everyone is so damn biased? I have no idea what trucks/manufacturers to avoid and which are good. It's so frustrating.
very nice truck !!!!...i own a 2018 High Country and think the 2018 chevy’s are the best looking !!!
GM has the best trucks, the Duramax and 10 speed and the I6 Duramax they have really great trucks!
Ah bullshit
GM is number 3 in trucks, definitely not number 1.
@Quinn Lemon Your WOBBLE Fuuurds are #1 in wobblings.
@@kimojon9665 No doubt
Government motors ain't shit.
Well mine, is two years old and the coating on the grill and on the trim around the fog lights is chipping horribly. Everything else is working well but this coating they used sucked. It’s plain chrome underneath. Clearly the coating does not bond to the chrome for the long term. Wondering what others have done about it?
Bought the 2020 Sierra Denali. They took away the raise the foot pedal😖. So disappointed. For shorter drivers it is a huge feature.
Main reason to get this truck over the Power Wagon? Diesel. Ram wasn't willing to design a truck that allowed for the diesel intercooler AND a winch up front.
After owning the truck for a while he will change his mind. Thank goodness he purchased the Diesel with the Allison transmission. GM doesn’t make a good transmission anymore. You will find that with time the plastic dashboard will crack. The undercarriage will rust. The HVAC system will break down. It not like the older GM trucks. It will become a money pit after the warranty is over. Sell it before then or just lease it. Fords and Toyota trucks quality is getting better as GMC and Chevrolet has been getting worse. I have always liked the GMC and Chevrolet ride better. 😀✌️
Finally, something NOT about a fancy electric golf cart.
Very interesting. For GMC/Chev owners, will you ask why they picked GMC over Chev or vice versa? I thought GMC was the truck line so that was the way to go but lately I'm not sure. Thanks.
They built on the same lines so really no difference in the major components like engine and transmission.
GMC for denali
What a beautiful truck, I thought white was the best color choice , then I saw the black and now this, the conclusion is it looks good on pretty much any color.
I have a 2018 Ram with an 8 foot bed and the bed is terrible, flimsy and only 4 little loops on the entire bed, i use my bed daily and it’s hard to secure multiple items. My old Chevy has a much more usable bed
Nice looking truck.
You Guys Should Do a Ike Gauntlet towing test in a 1995 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71 Extended Cab Short Bed and a towing test with a 2006 GMC Envoy XL / Chevy Trailblazer EXT vs 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71 Extended Cab Short Bed/ Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab Short Bed / 200 GMC Safari EXT / Chevy Astro Van EXT / 2000 Chevy Venture
It looks so nice without all the chrome.
Seems like a nice happy guy... I hope he loose some weight, he was out of breath a couple of times just by talking.
I like more this interiors than the ones from the RAM and Ford, this are more simple, more useful and I bet it will get less troubles when time passes by... Nice truck
Beauty truck but get a real tonneau cover. Bakflip MX4
UGH FIIIIINE I like it a little already. It’s growing on me.
Just that color and trim though. Don’t get crazy
The problem with the power wagon is the gas mileage on the gas engines. I have a 2016 gmc and get 18mpg . My buddy has the new 2019 power wagon and according to him, he's only getting around 13.5mpg. Has 4k on it. I always thought after 2 or 3 k the engine was broken in and mpg went up a bit.
Modern ICE engines don't 'break-in' like they used to.
Don Leamon why
I think many manufacturers break the engines in at the factory a bit. Also from all my reading, many people who broke their engines in slowly and babied them ended up having an oil eating pig. The best way to break a new car or truck in is to do a 50 foot burn out leaving the dealership.
Mopar never has gotten good mileage.
That's probably because the GMC is basically a car with the front end being 2 inches off the ground.
the gmc version looks a hell of a lot better than the chevy no doubt.....but i just can't get over those broken arm tow mirrors....man that's an ugly design...
It looks fine!
You just say that because everyone else says that , these mirrors are better then RAM’S that’s for sure. These mirrors are bigger and better for towing ,
Love them mirrors, they look great.
The mirrors are fine. The GMC does look better overall but I hate the octagon wheel wells. The Silverado unfortunately has better shaped wheel wells.
I drove the chevy lot. I think they look alot better in person than in video.
Nice truck ! Lift & tires need it !
I mean nothing crazy just a level kit with 33 inches tires
I sent ins a note on this truck as I had bought one as well. I think they only wanted to look at the HD since mine is just a 1500.
He still didn't give exactly why he picked this truck. Glad he did. Hearing something like: it's best looking , best resale value etc. Specifically he didn't mention why
I wish there was a way to hybrid it with the Powerbase option.
It is saddening to see how manufacturers water down the base models and only include electronic aides with an $80,000 truck. Cameras, screens and sensors are dirt cheap nowadays. These frilly trucks are pure profit. I agree that radar cruise control should come with your new truck if it's meant to replace your home.
Wah wah wah I want what rich people can afford wah wah wah.
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@@dchawk81 Captured the essence of my comment so perfectly. I salute you. Glad you took the time to acknowledge a whiny peasant such as myself.
@@murman229 I'm a whiny peasant too. I had to give up features to get capacity.
Thats bad ass im looking at the at4 1500 6.2l but they have no deals on them for 65k ill look into that tremor f250 and see what they have for that when it comes out.
Would not even consider buying a GM vehicle, without a massive discount on msrp....
Nice, but Rancho shocks? Bilsteins would have been a much better option.
Bilsteins On My Power Wagon...