GMC Sierra 2500HD vs Honda Ridgeline
Overview | |
MSRP$45,400 | MSRP$39,750 |
Average price$62,329 | Average price$36,557 |
Listings2005 | Listings476 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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Reviews SummarySitting at the top of the Sierra’s seven available trims, the Denali Ultimate is newly added for the 2024 model year and comes with nearly every available option that can be included on this full-size truck. The Denali Ultimate trim level is offered on both the 2500 and 3500 HD models. Each provides a higher degree of towing and payload capacity than what’s available in the standard GMC Sierra 1500. To put it bluntly, the Sierra HD models are pickup overkill for anyone simply looking to tow a couple of jet skis or haul a moderately-sized camper. The “HD” in the name stands for “Heavy Duty,” and its capabilities (and price) reflect this. Powered exclusively by a 6.6-litre turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 10,200 kilograms (22,500 pounds)—an 1,800-kilogram (4,000-pound) increase versus the 2023 model. Need to tow something along the lines of construction equipment or, say, a small island? Stepping up to the Sierra 3500 HD equates to a max tow rating of 16,550 kilograms (36,500 pounds) when using a gooseneck trailer hitch. Okay, so the Sierra HD lineup has serious chops for getting tough tasks done. But how does it stack up against the competition? Hop aboard as we take a look at every aspect of the HD Denali Ultimate, from how it drives, to the user-friendliness of its infotainment system, trailer tech, and whether this new top-of-the-range trim is worth the price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainAWD |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length64.0 in |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space7.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight6203 lbs | Curb Weight4420 lbs |
Height79.9 in | Height70.8 in |
Length236.3 in | Length210.2 in |
Width81.8 in | Width78.6 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase125.2 in |
Maximum Payload3759 lbs | Maximum Payload1583 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity22430 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,400 | $39,750 |
Average price | $62,329 | $36,557 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Sitting at the top of the Sierra’s seven available trims, the Denali Ultimate is newly added for the 2024 model year and comes with nearly every available option that can be included on this full-size truck. The Denali Ultimate trim level is offered on both the 2500 and 3500 HD models. Each provides a higher degree of towing and payload capacity than what’s available in the standard GMC Sierra 1500. To put it bluntly, the Sierra HD models are pickup overkill for anyone simply looking to tow a couple of jet skis or haul a moderately-sized camper. The “HD” in the name stands for “Heavy Duty,” and its capabilities (and price) reflect this. Powered exclusively by a 6.6-litre turbocharged Duramax diesel V8, the HD Denali Ultimate we test drove has a maximum towing capacity of 10,200 kilograms (22,500 pounds)—an 1,800-kilogram (4,000-pound) increase versus the 2023 model. Need to tow something along the lines of construction equipment or, say, a small island? Stepping up to the Sierra 3500 HD equates to a max tow rating of 16,550 kilograms (36,500 pounds) when using a gooseneck trailer hitch. Okay, so the Sierra HD lineup has serious chops for getting tough tasks done. But how does it stack up against the competition? Hop aboard as we take a look at every aspect of the HD Denali Ultimate, from how it drives, to the user-friendliness of its infotainment system, trailer tech, and whether this new top-of-the-range trim is worth the price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | AWD |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 64.0 in |
Cargo Space | 7.3 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 6203 lbs | 4420 lbs |
Height | 79.9 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 236.3 in | 210.2 in |
Width | 81.8 in | 78.6 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 125.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 3759 lbs | 1583 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 22430 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 5000 lbs |
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