2018 GMC Denali Sierra 1500 Review, An Owners Perspective.4k
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- The Full Octane Garage just purchased the new 2018 GMC Denali Sierra 1500 pick up with the 6.2L V8. Take a ride with us as we share our first impressions of the latest, top of the line truck in the GMC line up!
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GMC now has the Android Auto app with the GMC Denali. Thanks to Dubby Jr for pointing this out. Curt will be pleased to know.
Beatings will now commence....
Full Octane Garage the gears is from 1 to 2 is what don’t like in my truck and GMC still has not idea other of that I love the truck.
There is a computer remap that addresses it by changing the gear ratio. They don’t like to do it because it affects the gas mileage.
I will own a DENALI I'M IN LOVE WITH THAT TRUCK😍😍😍😍
May be 2021 but the 2018 is still my fav
Key Ignition, no button to open the tailgate
Great truck. Definitely getting this as my next truck 👍
let us know how it goes! Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out!
What’s a good down payment on a truck like this
it all depends on your situation... you can typically finance 100% if needed but , of course, anything you put down lowers your payment and reduces the amount of interest paid. The good thing is they really hold their value well so the next time you buy, you should have some equity in it as a trade.
I am a long time GM Fan. The denali is my favourite looking Pick up. However GM could be doing so much more with it.
Eric Fox we will see what the new design in 2019 has to offer... we have heard great things!
The interior is falling behind
Thank you for sharing and giving me information on the 2018 Denali. I really learn a lot from your video. bless you.
You are very welcome, we enjoy creating useful content and really appreciate the positive feedback!
New to the channel. After owning many of these trucks, would you recommend them? I was dead set on a 2018 but after reading about all the transmission issues i am VERY hesitant about getting into a potential money pit like that. Any feedback would be appreciated! Thank you
Nice review. Looks a lot like my 2015 SLT. I plan on getting one of the 2019 Denalis 6.2 with 10 Speed Transmission when they're released.
Thanks... we have a 2019 lined up soon for a review!
Excellent. Look forward to it. This is how reviews should be done. Not as an advertisement for a specific truck but actually owning, driving, and comparing to previous models and brands. Thank you.
LOL thanks... I just posted a review on the A5 Sportback and invited my wife to give her opinion at the end (she drives an S5 cabriolet) and I asked her if she would buy one.. and she said "nope" ouch.. that will probably not help my advertising income for that review...
I love my Yukon Denali but it’s time for a pick up truck
My 2003 Yukon XL Denali has rear seat heaters and AC, WTF GM? 2018 and in Texas you need AC in the back! Thanks for showing the shortcoming and how the Ford has it covered.
AWESOME TRUCK!!!
thanks Man!
The smile at 2:30 told me everything i need to know.... i'll take mine in black. Thanks, fellas.
Right!
Much lb can towing this truck 9100 or 12500 lb
This my honest review. A consumer who expects the best from the best at a reasonable price.
I bought a GMC Denali 1500 model 2017.
It is a beautiful truck and the performance is absolutely incredible. I elected to go with the 5.3 engine because I didn’t know how reliable the 6.2 litter are. The power of the 5.3 engine is great for my needs. I love GMC Denali; it was my dream truck. I considered other brands as well; but the luxury and comfort of this truck is second to none. One thing that I found weird is that the información of MPG is the same for both engine; since 5.3 litter is smaller than 6.2 litter, I thought the 5.3 was supposed to give you more MPG. I have used my car mostly in the city and I am getting around 17 MPG; I was getting the same in my Toyota Tacoma which was my previous truck with a considerable smaller engine.
One thing that I haven’t still figured out yet is how to answer the phone using the components of the vehicle when I have it in. Bluetooth.
To my surprise GMC still doesn’t offer the on start button. In opinion that feature should be a must for a truck with a price tag over 60K.
Also, in order to increase sales GMC MUST find the way of creating more comfort in the passenger area. I have two kids, it will be more convenient to have more entertainment features. If Ford is doing it, why GMC is not. Also front wheel camera should be helpful as well
I love my GMC and I will buy another one when the time comes. However I expect GMC to step up a little bit. Due to these facts I will give the truck 4.5 starts out of 5.
Thanks
You bring up some great points and specifically the lack of a start button and that leads to the lack of Keyless Entry. The one thing that does bugs me, this is the only modern car I have that I have to take the keys out of my pocket to enter and start the car. I agree, this technology has been around a long time and should be standard on the Denali. Curt
Full Octane Garage I agreed 100% with you. If GMC does not step up they might loose educated consumers.
Wow! great comments! I think we will put together a video concerning the phone intergration with the truck interface. A quick cheat if you are using Apple is to just say "Hey Siri, Call XXXX... " the phone will pick it up and the bluetooth will play it thru the speakers without pushing any buttons..."
James
Had PB start in my last truck and didn't like it. Always bother me having to do so many steps to put my truck into acc for the radio, then it would shut off after 10 mins. Key is just better imo.
Hung Lo not sure about trucks but in the Range Rover it’s only one press of the button without the break. Very simple and only one step.
Have a 18 Silverado High Country 6.2L it's a beast and will never go back to the 5.3L. I'm averaging 20 to 21 all day long combine and maybe 22 MPG highway that improved with the change of all fluids to Amsoil and no I'm not a dealer. Denali and High Country are very similar and the only difference is the grill and badging and magnetic ride.
Any problems with the 8speed transmission? Clunking, jerking?
hows that possible i dont get over 12 in my 6.2
I guess the fact that you bought another one despite the shake issue speaks volumes of your opinion of the vehicle. Appreciate it as I am on the verge of buying the SLT and am comparing to the F150 Lariat, which is nice but just not quite as nice. Has a little less tech and feels a little less well appointed inside. Thanks.
A little follow up from my 2017 experience. Had the computer remapped last week, seems to hav made a difference but not completely cleared up. Feels like it upshifts a little earlier than before. we will keep you guys in the loop.
What type of gas does this truck take v8 6.2 engine?? someone told me it has to be premium only
Premium
The owners manual actually says you can run regular but if you hear pinging upgrade. I run regular often ion my 2018 when not towing and have no issue.
I test drove an '18 Denali yesterday, and the inductive charging pad on the console worked on my iPhone 8 Plus, but the phone was a little wider than the pad, so it did not sit flat. I think the iPhone 8 and X are the only apple phones with inductive charging capability.
mburke1211 Yup work with my iPhone X and my wife iPhone 8
hey guys, Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out! I tried my Iphone X on my 2017 Denali and it is not working... but Curt's Android does. we are looking into it.
Does the 2018 sierra have the somewhat concerning vibration/shaking issues I have heard about? Apparently pretty severe at around 60mph /100km per hour. Do the Full Octane Garage guys have any thoughts on the issue?
I had the problem you mentioned really bad on my 2015 2500 Crew Cab long bed. There seemed to be a harmonic vibration issue. To be honest I do not notice the shack in my 2018 Crew Cab short bed all the way into the 80 range but when I hit about 85 I do sense a very small shake. Nothing like the 65 to 75 mph shake my 2500 used to have.
The shaking on the 2017 started after 30K miles... not severe, more of an annoyance. felt kinda like a wheel balance issue (it wasnt) had the transmission fluid replaced and the computer remapped. seems to have helped some. We will keep you guys in the loop.
In your review you mentioned that wireless charging only works for Andriod, not true..... I have the same truck and it wireless charge my iPhone, also it has both apple car play and Andriod… I love my truck!!!
Enrique Quintero It did not work with the IPhone8 that we tested it with. We now have a IPhoneX that we will check it with. The 2017 charger is not compatible with the IPhone. According to the dealer it was changed in 2018. The 2019 worked with both. Could have been a phone issue.Thanks for watching!
@@Fulloctanegarage I have the Iphone 6+ and it does not charge.
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There is a GoPro pointing towards the road, and the truck's dashboard. Don't think I saw any clips from that GoPro. Throughout the video, I saw both of you talking more than I saw the truck itself.
yep........ the gopro gremlin was kicking my ass that day....
We need another review like this for the 2024. I know you guys had the capital to buy the new one
They need the new one to review
Just a tidbit, the GMC Sierra Denali also supports wireless charging (wireless chi charging) on the iPhone 8 and 10 models as well.
Thanks! we are going to dig into this and make a video on the Android and Apple apps with GMC. I did try both my previous Iphone 6+ and 7+ with the charging cases but they did not work. I think it was because they did not fit flush in the charger. My tech savvy daughter now has the IphoneX. she said they have glass backs on the newer phones specifically to support wireless charging.
Gent's I'm just about to pull the trigger on an 2018 1500 Denali Shortbox, brand new. The only hesitation I have is the fact the the complete lack of climate control in the back seats. I have a couple of questions for you: Have you had any issues with defrost or fogged up windows in the rear cab because of the lack of vents? And, have you actually had a passenger express being overly hot or cool if you have the climate control on auto and you take a short trip (15 min or so) to a store. Basically how bad have you missed rear climate control? A lot? A little? Hardly noticed? Etc.
Thanks for watching, Josh! no issue with defrost or fogging... the back seat does take a while to get to a comfortable temperature. Using the remote start or the GMC app to give the h/c a head start seems to help a lot. Was not a deal breaker for Curt or me as we do not have any kids. otherwise, nothing rides better than the Denali.
we discuss this a little more in this video where we compare the Ford and the GMC .
th-cam.com/video/El4ctz715Ks/w-d-xo.html
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Man!! I need this for the winter. Michigans weather is terrible during the winter. A lot of slips and falls
thanks for watching!
I like that model better than new generation. The 2020 sierra looks ugly as hell!
Good review.
Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out!
Thanks for the video. I have an 04 2500HD right now and was thinking about stepping up to something newer. Was looking at a 2015 Denali I found locally. Was there any major changes in the newer (17-18models) That's a must have? I would love to have Android Auto but wasn't sure if the 15's had that option. Going to look it in a few weeks if its still available.
Can someone tell me what the difference between a 2018 gmc sierra 2500 HD Denali and a 2018 gmc sierra 2500 HD high country? So far all I notice is the front ends look a bit different and the type of colour and leather.
its not the same motor you would find on corvette ,too bad, the cam shaft in the LT motor in a corvette or a camaro
is much more aggressive , so the chevy sport cars makes away more HP compare to GMs Pick up and SUVs even if
they have same displacement
If we inferred it has a Corvette specific engine that was in error, we know the difference because we also have a 2014 Corvette. We were trying to highlight the fact that they are the same base platform as the Corvette LT1. If it was a Corvette engine it would have had 460HP and not 420HP :) With the truck intake and difference in head, tune and cam it is short 40 HP from our 2014 Corvette but as I recall the torque is pretty close. What I do know is that it is very quick off the line compared to the Echo Boost and other non-GM trucks I have driven. Thanks for the comment, Curt
salh abdullah - Thus why they said "de-tuned"
It also has a different intake manifold. Ours makes better low end torque w our manifold.
Interesting... definitely a big difference from my 5.3. Thanks for watching, Greg!
beast mode😎
LOL
How much did you pay?
Would definitely be nervous that in a few years those steering wheel buttons will be cracked and peeling.
interesting although we have not observed that on the 15' Denali or the 17'Denali with 50k miles. What vehicle have you seen this is ? Seems like everything nowadays has steering wheel controls
I own a 2015 GMC Sierra with these controls, and have seen no deterioration whatsoever.
Same
Any issues with the 8 speed transmission on these generations? And in the afm/dfm lifter issues that are associated with engine knock and failure at some point?? Any feedback would be appreciated, thanks!!
At 30k we had to get a trans flush. I have had a friend at 70k have afm/dfm lifter failure and we just had the same in a 19 with a 6.2. We just traded to try a 21 1500 with the 10 speed and Diesel.
Damn that's a nice truck. I gotta get myself one of them eventually. I'll probably wait a while, get a 2017 used and customize the piss outta it lol
GMC Denali 717 yes bro it's a really nice truck, can't wait to buy mine next month , in black color, I will tint all windows.
I think you are thinking right, although the deals coming out of the dealership are HUGE right now. I have seen $13K under sticker sales.
I do normally by my personal cars slightly used with a CPO warranty also
Thanks for watching MAN!
Congrats Angel... let us know how it goes!
I got 2018
Love this truck
very good review
Thanks Man!
Show the truck not 2 old geezers
It has Android Auto It Basically Just Like Apple Play
Got it. Thanks for the clarification. It was added to the lineup in 2016.
We are going to create a video specifically on the phone app integrations for these trucks!
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So I got a 18 Sierra Denali 5.3. I was under the impression you had to get the ultimate package to get the 6.2l?
No sir! it is an option.... at least at our dealership. It maybe how your individual dealer is packaging the Denalis when they order their inventory.
Any problems with the 8speed transmission? Clunking, jerking?
Any comments on the crazy transmission problem with the rough shifting from 1st to 2nd gear?
It's probably the cylinder deactivation on the 5.3 engine. GM, isn't trying to fix anything.
It's been fixed. Go to the dealer and they fix it.
Great review. Just got mine last week. Red Quarts color. I have the iPhone X and it supports wireless charging as well, and the center console charger does work. So i can plug my phone in to use apple carplay and my wife can charge her iphone wirelessly in the middle!
Hey Zach! congrats! yeh, we missed the Iphone charger... gonna cover that feature in a future video. as soon as I can borrow the IphoneX I bought for my daughter for the video.... lol. thanks for watching!
Any problems with the 8speed transmission? Clunking, jerking?
I WANT ONE !!!!!!!
What are your thoughts on the 8 speed transmission? I hate it.
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I bought the exact truck and I have several issues. My truck has the 22 inch wheels and the ride is good on the freeway but horrible when going over bumps etc. The charger does not work on my Iphone 6+. Mine is the 6.2 and gas mileage is about 19 average. Overall I'm not disappointed but not thrilled either with my truck.
right... the armrest charger will charger Iphones only in the 2018 models and forward. the Iphones must be Model8 and forward. The dealer talked my out of the 22" wheels because of potential ride issues. The 20"s are fine.
Any problems with the 8speed transmission? Clunking, jerking?
Does this model have the heads up display?
No heads up in this one, I have it in my Corvette but not the truck.
I am considering a purchase on one of these (2018), however, I have read some negative feedback concerning the 8 speed transmission. Have you experienced any issues with the trans shuddering/clunking or excessively hunting for gears?
I have not had this issue in my 2018 (at least yet) but I only have like 3000 miles on mine. My partner in Full Octane (James) has a 2017 with a 5.3 and he has had some but he has had it in to the dealer for a special fix and I think it has been good since and he has a fair amount of miles on his truck. I will let him chime in when he gets back in town. Curt
Thanks.
Guff City Rollers it seems to be fine after the remap of the computer . I have around 45k miles now.
Thanks.
Late reply. That happens with my 2015 SLT 5.3 Eco. One reason I will be trading for the new 2019 6.2 Denali 10 Speed Transmission that is coming soon.
This truck just got me through a blizzard that dropped 22” of snow. It’s a great truck if I can say so.
Any input in regards to a 5.3 or 6.2? I can't decide on which one I want. It will be used for daily driving in Dallas, TX.
Thanks!!!
MrSaintCharles daily drive, 5.3 is awesome. Just used it to pull a enclosed trailer with my Jaguar Etype 1600 miles thru the hills of TN. The 6.2 is definitely faster and more capable when pulling a trailer, but for everyday use the 5.3 fits the bill.
Can you get this truck in 4x4 not awd?
4x4 and AWD are the same thing.
MrSaintCharles awd is always on 4x4 is where you can put it in 2wd 4hi 4lo
Actually, the truck comes with for drive modes... 2 wheel, AWD, 4x4h and 4x4L. I use 2 wheel most of the time and switch it into AWD during crappy weather . Used 4x4 a few times to get me thru some crappy job sites. The AWD mode progressively applies more power to all 4 wheels as conditions dictate. Either of the 4x4 modes puts the drive into full time 4x4 drive.
Dont like the key, or no push to start. Dont like no air in the back.
Chris Cruz all fair comments... I suspect we will be seeing some changes in the 2019 model.
Then get a car..at the end of the day it's still a truck
!The 1st to 2nd gear lag drives me crazy
Thanks for watching!
Alex_camrs me too alex and the Dealear don’t have any repair. This is what killing my truck I’m wondering if this will be a problem with the truck in the future? We are taking about $65000 truck
Why on earth would you want a truck with that kind of power? To tow or to drag race? NO wonder all accidents/deaths occur in the large trucks.
we do tow enclosed car trailers and the power upgrade certainly makes a difference over the 5.3. but to say ALL maybe a slight exaggeration ?
thanks for commenting.
Too many dam commercials. I'm out. Thumbs down.
Okie Rider Get TH-cam red.
Thats fine and thanks for commenting... Gotta say tho, on behalf of all the TH-cam creators out there... 10 hours of shooting and 10 hrs of editing, plus several thousands of dollars in camera equipment, not to mention the cost of the trucks......... free content for viewers (and I am one myself)... not such a bad deal. Just trying to cover some costs and improve our equipment.
I make a point, as a creator, to watch thru advertising because I know what goes into putting content together. Again tho, we do appreciate your feedback and we consider all comments as we make more content in the future.
I'll gladly watch a few short commercials.... so refreshing to watch informative videos not loaded with vulgar profanity and drowning in ghetto music !
Thanks alot for all the hard work put into these and especially for filling me in on a lot of important info on the Denali pickups, I'm currently considering a '17 with the 6.2 . SUBSCRIBED!
You rock Will! 6.2 is the way to go. We are suppose to get a 2019 in the next couple of weeks to review.