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GMC Sierra vs Denali

Posted on 1/10/19 at 8:51 am
Posted by craazyjose
BTR
Member since Mar 2017
168 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 8:51 am
Looking at 2017/2018 Sierra Premiere and Denali trucks. 4wd. The Denali has the bigger engine and few more options and magnetic ride control (not sure what that is). Whats the OB's report on comparing these two? There are deals out there on these now, and the Denali is not that much more expensive. Will be used as a daily driver and pull 24' boat occasionally. Thanks
Posted by oleyeller
Vols, Bitch
Member since Oct 2012
32028 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 8:53 am to
quote:

Denali is not that much more expensive.


so whats your holdup?
Posted by tigah headache
Member since Nov 2011
652 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 8:58 am to
If the difference in price doesn't bother you go for the Denali. They have way better resale value and that 6.2L is an awesome engine.

Be ready for 13-16mpg average. The 5.3L will be 17-19mpg average if you go that route.

The rebates on the SLT's right now are really good. I've seen as high as $15k off advertised so far.
This post was edited on 1/10/19 at 9:00 am
Posted by Wtodd
Tampa, FL
Member since Oct 2013
67517 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 8:58 am to
quote:

the Denali is not that much more expensive

How much is not much?

quote:

Will be used as a daily driver and pull 24' boat occasionally

Both can do this

Posted by biggsc
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Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:00 am to
It's all up to you. Have you test driven each? Personally I'd go with the regular z71 package Sierra
Posted by NorthEnd
Member since Oct 2007
2149 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:05 am to
MPG is not true. I've had both--a 2015 5.3 followed by a 2017 Denali with the 6.2.

The 6.2 gets 2-3 mpg better, particularly on the highway. I'm guessing due to the 8 speed tranny vs 6?

The 6.2 is flat out awesome. A monster motor that sips fuel and makes driving fun. Tows great too.
Posted by oleyeller
Vols, Bitch
Member since Oct 2012
32028 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:05 am to
If it were me id go with the At4 package sierra. I was looking at them back in novemer, and that would be the one i get. I ended up going with a tundra though. First toyota ever, had nothing but chevy or gmc over the yrs
Posted by lessstressmorefishin
Member since Aug 2015
197 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:08 am to
I'm not sure why that Denali isn't already sitting in your driveway with some stainless steel trucks nuts dragging behind
Posted by biggsc
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Member since Mar 2009
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Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:10 am to
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If it were me id go with the At4 package sierra. I was looking at them back in novemer, and that would be the one i get. I ended up going with a tundra though. First toyota ever, had nothing but chevy or gmc over the yrs


How has your Tundra been? In a previous post before, I am looking at a Toyota truck. Mad at Ford and GM. Ford having a massive amount of truck recalls and their stupid V6 addiction. GM got a Chapter 11 reorganization aka bailout by the gov't then 10 years later, wants to leave the country.
Posted by AP83
Cottonport
Member since Sep 2009
2729 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:11 am to
They make a z71 package in the Sierra?
Posted by magicman534
The dirty dell
Member since May 2011
1587 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:14 am to
That’s what mine is. Sierra SLT z71. 6 speed trans
Posted by oleyeller
Vols, Bitch
Member since Oct 2012
32028 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:19 am to
man i love it. My dads a mechanic by tradr, and we have always been chevy/gm guys. I previously had a 2010 silverado, 2014 silverado, and 2017 gmc sierra. Dad currently drives a 2014 gmc sierra. I wasnt even looking to buy, just stopped to check out the 2019 tundra, since they are now made in the usa..the guy gave me a deal i couldnt pass up and i came home in it. Took it on a 500mile hunting trip to missouro haulinh a polaris ranger, with the last 100miles in snow. Never missed a beat. While it isnt as (luxury) looking on the accents and stuff inside... it drives great, super comfortable, and seems back seat is bigger than my gmc, which is great having to use car seat. Zero issues with it, and very happy with it.

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Posted by Wtodd
Tampa, FL
Member since Oct 2013
67517 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:20 am to
quote:

I'm not sure why that Denali isn't already sitting in your driveway with some stainless steel trucks nuts dragging behind

The SS nuts are on backorder
Posted by jrodfishin
Gonzales, LA
Member since Aug 2018
207 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:29 am to
If you plan on lifting it or putting a leveling kit on it, go the sierra route. Once you lift it, you'll lose the magnetic ride the denali offers. Unless you absolutely want the 6.2L engine, I think a sierra SLT is the better route to go.
Posted by biggsc
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Member since Mar 2009
34209 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:36 am to
Looks pretty nice. How is the mpg and filling it up? I have had a 1999 GMC Sierra during college and 2017 GMC Sierra recently.

Does the back seat have air vents for children and/or animals?

As you know every southern boy loves the z71 package on a Chevy or GMC.

I am looking at a Tacoma or Tundra. Toyota having the million mile warranty seems like the real deal. Do you have the backup lights?
Posted by KLSU
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2003
10347 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:40 am to
quote:

The 6.2 is flat out awesome.


Yep the 6.2 is a beast! It's the only engine from GM I would even consider. The 5.3 is way outdated.

Problem for most people is GM will only put the 6.2 in the very high end packages..
This post was edited on 1/10/19 at 12:11 pm
Posted by Wtodd
Tampa, FL
Member since Oct 2013
67517 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:42 am to
quote:

I think a sierra SLT is the better route to go.

I have this; '15 and it tows my Nitro Z-18 easily
Posted by biggsc
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Member since Mar 2009
34209 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:45 am to
quote:

If you plan on lifting it or putting a leveling kit on it, go the sierra route. Once you lift it, you'll lose the magnetic ride the denali offers. Unless you absolutely want the 6.2L engine, I think a sierra SLT is the better route to go.


I agree. Barkley GMC in Tuscaloosa does offer level kit, upgraded tires, tool box and vent visors.
Posted by TBoy
Kalamazoo
Member since Dec 2007
23927 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:47 am to
Denali has to be parked inside a garage. If you don't have a garage, get the regular edition. If a Denali is parked outside, you may lose the rims overnight.
Posted by biggsc
32.4767389, 35.5697717
Member since Mar 2009
34209 posts
Posted on 1/10/19 at 9:47 am to
quote:

Denali has to be parked inside a garage. If you don't have a garage, get the regular edition. If a Denali is parked outside, you may lose the rims overnight.


You get the perks of remote start and WiFi in your truck
This post was edited on 1/10/19 at 9:48 am
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