GMC Sierra 3500HD

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2020 Model Redesign Year

GMC upgraded the heavy-duty Sierra pickup trucks for the 2024 model year, with bold styling, potent powertrains, added comfort and convenience, and more standard safety features. The base engine is a 401-hp, 6.6-liter V8 with a 10-speed automatic transmission. For large towing chores, there is an available turbodiesel V8, plus a variety of assistance features, such as special cameras, adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning, and a maximum weight monitor. The trims walk from basic, work-focused Pro up to the AT4X off-road champ and Denali Ultimate, a new, full-featured, leather-lined version. Standard active safety features include FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, and LDW.

2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD

EPA MPG

NA

Road Test Score

Predicted Reliability

Predicted Owner Satisfaction

Base MSRP Range

$47,200 - $96,900

Destination Charge: $2195

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Base MSRP Range

$47,200 - $96,900

Destination Charge: $2195

2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD

EPA MPG

NA

Road Test Score

Predicted Reliability

Predicted Owner Satisfaction

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2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$47,200 - $96,900

Road Test Score

NA

Predicted Reliability

/ 100

Predicted Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

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2020-Present

2020 Model Redesign Year

The redesigned, next-generation Sierra HD's exterior is more visually distinguished from the Sierra 1500. Aside from its roof, which is shared with the light-duty Sierra, all other visible elements are unique to the work-focused HD truck. The standard engine is a 401-hp, 6.6-liter V8 with a six-speed transmission. A 445-hp, 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 engine with a 10-speed transmission is also available. The new truck is 10 inches longer than the previous one, which translates to more legroom. GM claims that the new HD, when properly equipped, can tow up to 35,500 pounds.

Available safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, and rear cross traffic warning.

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2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$39,025 - $50,975

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2023 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$36,550 - $48,550

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2022 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$33,625 - $45,750

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2021 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$30,900 - $43,275

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2020 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$28,175 - $40,250

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2015-2019

2015 Model Redesign Year

The HD Sierra and its twin the Chevrolet Silverado HD are designed for heavy towing and hauling. The 6.0-liter V8 and 6.6-liter turbodiesel, both mated to a six-speed automatic, carried over on the 2015 redesign. There is also a natural gas (CNG) version of the 6.0-liter V8. GM said that the new cabs and interiors provide increased space and comfort, with extensive storage space. The Sierra 3500HD is available with head-curtain and seat-mounted side airbags. Braking and handling capabilities on the outgoing HD Sierra come close to those of the Sierra 1500.

Handling is not agile but has a modicum of responsiveness that other three-quarter-ton trucks don't provide, but it rides more stiffly than the Sierra 1500. Beginning with the 2016 model year, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities are added to the infotainment system.

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2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$25,025 - $37,150

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2018 GMC Sierra 3500HD

$22,200 - $34,025

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2017 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2015 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2011-2014

2011 Model Redesign Year

These trucks are much stiffer and ride less comfortably than the standard Sierra 1500 (1/2 ton). They are designed for hard work and a 3/4 ton capacity. The ride is bouncy but the available engines include a relatively refined, Isuzu-developed 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 and a huge 8.1-liter, 340-hp V8. There is a 6.0-liter V8 in addition to the 6.6-liter V8 turbodiesel. The six-speed Allison transmission is very smooth.

2014 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2011 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2007-2010

2007 Model Redesign Year

These trucks are much stiffer and ride less comfortably than the standard Sierra 1500 (1/2 ton). They are designed for hard work and a 3/4 ton capacity. The ride is bouncy but the available engines include a relatively refined, Isuzu-developed 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 and a huge 8.1-liter, 340-hp V8. The 2007 redesign brought a new 6.0-liter V8 in addition to the older 6.6-liter V8 turbodiesel. The six-speed Allison transmission is very smooth.

2010 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2009 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2008 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2007 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2003-2006

2003 Model Redesign Year

These trucks are much stiffer and ride less comfortably than the standard Sierra 1500 (1/2 ton). They are designed for hard work and a 3/4 ton capacity. The ride is bouncy but the available engines include a relatively refined, Isuzu-developed 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 and a huge 8.1-liter, 340-hp V8.

2006 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2005 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2004 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2003 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

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