The 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is the upgrade of its predecessor models in 2018 and 2019. This specific pickup truck is the outcome of a full-size luxurious pickup truck, without any compromise to the comfort. This vehicle has been balancing its practicality in the tug of war ever since.
Blessed with smooth driving experience, 2020 GMC Sierra offers a very roomy passenger space, insightful tech features, and multiple powerful engines. However, in comparison to other pickup trucks, for instance the Ford F-150, Ram 1500 or even Chevrolet Silverado, 2020 GMC Sierra seems to be running a little behind in the race. Nevertheless, it is still a great motor vehicle for the everyday drive, but then is it really?
Caught up between whether to buy or not to buy, here are 15 things listed below that you need to know before you plan to buy the top-ranking 2020 GMC Sierra 1500:
15 Availability Of X31 Off-Road Package
The X31 Off-Road package includes several high performing features to the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation trim level if you are planning to hit one or two rocky adventures. The package incorporates an intense air cleaner, dual exhaust system, hill descent control, special suspension with two tube dampers, skid plates which are a perfect fit for off-road vehicles.
14 Head-Up Display (HUD)
The Denali trim, GMC’s best trim package with HUD rooted in the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is an iconic feature that the upgrade is gladly offering. The screen displays important information such as the speed in which the truck is moving, navigation, low-fuel alert notification, safety alerts, etc. without distracting the driver.
13 Huge Cargo Bed
Among many features, one of the things the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is proud of is its superlative volume of the cargo/truck bed. The conventional beds have 69.6 ft, while the long ones have a large 83.5 cubic ft. Every corner has a 500 pounds rating, making it easy to tow even the heaviest gear at the back of the truck.
12 Huge Spaced Cabin
If you are craving space and calm drive with your pickup truck, well we have got one for you. And of course, you deduced it right; It is the mighty 2020 GMC Sierra 1500! GMC has put in a great effort to eliminate any noise from the vehicle at high speeds by installing sound-absorbing technology.
11 Accessible Infotainment System
The two distinct smartphone interfaces, Apple CarPlay and, Android Auto are compatible with all new models of the Sierra 1500. This goes without saying, syncing your smartphone to the truck has never been easier. The 7-inch touch display is very responsive and has a design improvised for the 2020 edition.
10 Multiple Engine Options
The brand-new GMC Sierra 1500 offers five different engines to choose from. To begin with, the powerful entry-level version with a turbo of 4.3L V6 producing 285-horsepower. The SLE trim, i.e. 2.7L V6 that produces 310-horsepower and another version of 3.0L inline-six diesel engine generating 277-horsepower for those who want to opt for the diesel option.
More powerful options are- the 5.3L V8 producing 355-horsepower and the 6.2L V8 that gives 420-horsepower.
9 Multi-View Camera
The multi-view camera technology offers the driver the option to select the camera model according to their requirement. The Sierra 1500 offers high quality fifteen different camera angles that include an HD surround vision, hitch view, an inside and transparent trailer view that helps optimization around the trailer, bed view and, rear camera mirror, to name a few.
8 Multi-Pro Tailgate
For the first time, GMC is offering a six-function tailgate with six different functions to assist in the process of loading and unloading the bed. This helps to go easy on accessing the cargo box. The new 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 features a traditional tailgate with a small inner gate.
7 Storage Capacity For Small Items
The first thing that comes to mind when you are buying a full-sized pickup truck is the hauling of large stuff, but what most people miss out is the necessity to keep the small items in a more secure spot. The 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 offers two such spots. One is the center console which is huge enough to fit a laptop and the other is the backseat storage bins at the rear end.
6 Pro-Grade Trailering System
This system allows the driver to choose from various versions of the Sierra 1500 that includes a trailer light sequence feature. The Pro-Grade Trailering system gives the 2020 GMC Sierra an in-vehicle trailer application that displays important information on the infotainment screen, for instance, the tire’s temperature and pressure of the trailer.
5 Poor Standard Materials
One of the major reasons this gorgeous pickup truck is reasonable is because of the type of materials chosen in constructing the lower trim levels of the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500’s cabin. While the Denali trim one hand is a treat, the other trim levels integrated are of inferior quality.
4 Outdated Interior Guise
Eyeing the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 from a distance, you will jump to only one conclusion. This is an elegant full-size pickup truck. However, the interior contradicts that theory. The Sierra has only focused on designing the exterior look of the truck leaving the interior design to fall out of fashion.
3 Rough Rides
Although the Sierra 1500 is reputed for smooth rides, it could do better when it comes to driving on rocky surfaces, compared to others in the market. This could be one of the decisive factors on whether to buy this truck or not. Buying a pickup truck is more about the potential and preference of the buyer.
2 Fuel-Inefficient
The engine, 6.2L V which among its five engine options, is on the powerful side of the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500, is not very economical regarding fuel consumption. The diesel option, however, is better in this case which could go as up as 30 miles per gallon on the highway.
1 Low Maximum Trailering Capacity
The muscular and magnificent 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 has a hauling capacity of about 2240 pounds and a towing capacity of around 12,100 pounds. Undoubtedly, that is an incredible feature. But several other competitors in the market are doing a better job compared to the GMC Sierra 1500 in this department.