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2015 GMC Sierra 2500

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$31,565

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

Truck

Body style

3

Seating capacity

224.43” x 77.80”

Dimensions

Rear-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(40 reviews)

The good:

  • Overall range of power, looks, utility and comfort
  • Standard trailer-sway control
  • Refined interior

The bad:

  • Manual transmission not offered

5 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • Redesigned for 2015
  • OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot-spot capability available
  • Bi-fuel version can run on gasoline or CNG
  • Gas or diesel V-8 also offered
  • Luxurious Denali model available

2015 GMC Sierra 2500 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Sharing much of the same underpinnings with the Chevrolet Silverado heavy-duty pickup truck, the GMC Sierra HD provides truck buyers with a bit more style and luxury — especially in Denali trim. Competitors include the Ford F-Series Super Duty and Ram 2500 and 3500.
New for 2015
The Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD have been redesigned and have new styling inside and out.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • Regular-cab, double-cab and crew-cab body styles
  • Standard or long bed
  • Available dual rear wheels (3500HD)
  • Available All Terrain Package
  • 17-inch wheels; 18- or 20-inch wheels available
  • Available heated and power-adjustable camper-style side mirrors
  • Available power sunroof

Interior Highlights

  • Seats up to six people in certain versions
  • Vinyl, cloth or leather upholstery
  • Front bench or bucket seats
  • Available Bluetooth connectivity
  • Available navigation system
  • Available power-adjustable pedals
  • Available power-sliding rear window
  • Available OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot
  • Available backseat entertainment system with 9.2-inch screen

Under the Hood

  • 360-horsepower, 6.0-liter gas V-8 engine makes 380 pounds-feet of torque (301 hp and 333 pounds-feet of torque when running on CNG in properly equipped trucks)
  • Available 397-hp, turbo-diesel 6.6-liter V-8 makes 765 pounds-feet of torque
  • Both engines work with a six-speed automatic transmission
  • Turbo-diesel has an exhaust-brake system that provides greater control on downhill grades and reduced brake-pad wear
  • Rear- or four-wheel drive

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Trailer-sway control and hill start assist
  • Available backup camera
  • Available front and rear parking sensors
  • Available lane departure warning
  • Available forward collision warning

Consumer reviews

(40 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 4.7
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Most recent consumer reviews

Very beautiful truck

This truck would help me thru out my needs I and my family love this beautiful truck, there is no better place for me to shop than the Paso Robles Chevrolet I highly recommend them

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Off-roading
  • Does recommend this car
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denali HD Duramax

everything i wanted in a vehicle, power ,comfort and the looks . great looking truck with lots of power . Diesel model of the denali HD

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice for what it is

Meets my needs. Plenty of power. Lots of room. Hauls and tows like a dream. Very nice and stylish truck considering that it is a W/T.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
2
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
2
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
2
Overall rating
3
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
20.7%
Rollover rating
3
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by GMC
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion
36 months/36,000 miles
Powertrain
60 months/100,000 miles
Maintenance
24 months/24,000 miles
Roadside assistance
60 months/100,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain
6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
172-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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