Sierra 1500 Review
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Review | Engines, Interior, & Specs
If you’re looking for a rugged full-size pickup truck ready to handle a wide range of tasks, consider the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500. Whether you’re planning on towing, want to travel off-road, or simply enjoy impressive power on every drive, the Sierra 1500 has a wealth of features ready to excite. Continue reading this 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 review created for you by the team at W-K Chevrolet Buick GMC in Sedalia, MO, to learn more about key features and capabilities.
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2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Engines & Performance
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 has a selection of four powerful engines ready to handle a wide variety of tasks, from hauling to driving to hitting the trails. There are three gas engines, which include the 2.7L TurboMax™, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, and 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engines, and a 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel engine. If you’re looking for raw power, consider the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8, which creates 420 horsepower, while the 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel focuses on towing power, with a maximum towing capacity of 13,300 pounds.
View engine specifications in the following table.
| Engine | 2.7L TurboMax | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 355 HP | 305 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 430 lb.-ft. | 383 lb.-ft. | 495 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | ||
| Drivetrain | RWD / AWD | AWD | ||
| MPG (City/Hwy) | 18 / 21 | 16 / 21 | 23 / 28 | 15 / 19 |
| Max. Towing | 9,400 lbs. | 11,200 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. | 13,100 lbs. |
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Exterior Design
The rugged 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 has a robust design with a commanding exterior, sure to look great at the work site, on the road, and along the trails. There is a wide variety of wheel designs available across the trim lineup, including 17-, 18-, 20-, or 22-inch sizes. All-terrain tires are available, as is an off-road 2-inch factory-installed lift and underbody skid plates. Various lighting options are available, including LED reflector headlamps to help you see the road ahead, or perimeter lighting to help when moving around the truck.
Available exterior features include:
- 17-, 18-, 20-, or 22-in. wheels
- All-terrain tires
- LED reflector headlamps with fade-on/off animation, daytime running lamps, turn signals, fog lamps, and signature tail lamps
- Cargo bed LED lighting
- Perimeter lighting
- Heated, power-folding outside mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming
- GMC MultiPro™ tailgate
- Power lock and release tailgate with EZ Lift assist
- CornerStep rear bumper
- Rainsense™ automatic wipers
- Vertical recovery hooks
- 12 cargo tie-downs
- Spray-on bedliner
- Rectangular full length assist steps
- GMC MultiPro power steps
- Power-sliding rear window with rear defogger
- Skid plates
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Interior Design & Technology
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 has a convenient, well-appointed interior featuring innovative tech sure to impress. There is a selection of various seat upholsteries available, including vinyl, cloth, and leather. Enjoy the comfort of an available ten-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar, and brave all seasons with available heated and ventilated front seats. You can also let in fresh air and enjoy natural light through the available power sunroof.
The GMC Infotainment System or GMC Premium Infotainment System are available, and they have either a 7- or 13.4-inch touchscreen, respectively. Access your favorite apps and functions through wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Enhance your audio experience with the available 12-speaker Bose® Premium Series sound system, or enjoy tunes while working with the MultiPro tailgate audio system by Kicker®.
Available interior features include:
- Vinyl, cloth, perforated leather, forge perforated leather, or full-grain leather seat upholstery
- Ten-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar and memory
- 12-way power front passenger’s seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Heated, wrapped steering wheel with mounted controls
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Power tilt and telescoping steering column
- Power sunroof
Available technology features include:
- 3.5- or 12.3-in. driver information center
- Six-speaker audio system, seven-speaker Bose premium sound system, or 12-speaker Bose Premium Series sound system with Centerpoint® audio
- MultiPro tailgate audio system by Kicker
- 7- or 13.4-in. infotainment touchscreen
- GMC Infotainment System or GMC Premium Infotainment System with Google built-in
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bluetooth®
- Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- OnStar® services capability
- SiriusXM® with 360L capability
- Wireless charging
- In-vehicle trailering app
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Cab & Bed Options
Whatever your driving needs, the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 has several cab and bed configurations available to handle them. There are three cabs available offering different levels of passenger space, with the three-passenger regular cab and the six-passenger double cab or crew cab. When it comes to storage space, there are three bed lengths available, which include the short, standard, and long beds.
View interior specifications in the following table.
| Cab | Regular | Double | Crew |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Passenger Capacity | Three | Six | Six |
| Legroom (Front/Rear) | 44.53 in. / N/A | 44.53 / 35.24 in. | 44.53 / 43.4 in. |
| Headroom (Front/Rear) | 43.11 in. / N/A | 43.03 / 39.88 in. | 43.03 / 40.12 in. |
| Bed Options | Standard or long | Standard | Short or standard |
| Bed Volumes | 71.7 or 89.1 cu.-ft. | 71.7 cu.-ft. | 62.9 or 71.7 |
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Driver Assistance & Safety Features
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 is ready to enhance every drive with its advanced safety features. Find essential safety features standard in the GMC Pro Safety suite, including forward collision alert, lane keep assist, and automatic emergency braking. When it comes to towing, you can make use of the available hitch view and hitch guidance for easier trailering, or keep an eye on your cargo with the available bed view camera. Handle long drives with the available Super Cruise® advanced driver assistance system, which offers hands-free driving capabilities on select roads.
Available safety features include:
- GMC Pro Safety
- Forward collision alert
- Following distance indicator
- Front pedestrian braking
- Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
- Buckle to Drive
- IntelliBeam® auto high beams
- Automatic emergency braking
- HD rear vision camera
- HD surround vision
- Bed view camera
- Hitch view
- Hitch guidance
- Inside/rear trailer camera input
- Rear pedestrian alert
- Trailer side blind zone alert
- Safety alert seat
- Front and rear park assist
- Safety alert seat
- Rear cross traffic braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Super Cruise advanced driver assistance technology
- Head-up display
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Colors Available
- Summit White
- Cardinal Red
- Onyx Black
- Coastal Dune
- Sterling Metallic
- Titanium Rush Metallic
- Downpour Metallic
- Volcanic Red Tintcoat
- Glacier White Tricoat
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Trims Available
- Pro $40,895*
- SLE $51,295*
- Elevation $53,095*
- SLT $57,495*
- Denali $68,495*
- AT4 $69,395*
- AT4X $81,995*
- Denali Ultimate $85,790*
May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price.