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The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is Ready to Work For You

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 on the road at dusk.

2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Options

The 2024 GMC trucks’ model year is beginning at Ernie Dean GM. We have received our first shipment of 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 models, with more expected in the near future. At the start of each model year, our team likes to kick off the start of a new model year with a rundown of what these trucks have under the hood. It gives customers an easily accessible way to start determining what they need in a new pickup truck platform. Follow along with us while we take a look at the latest GMC truck powertrains.

READ MORE: Compare to the 2023 Sierra 1500 

Powertrain Options For the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Our manufacturing partner has made four engines available, including a broadly available turbocharged diesel engine. Take a look at the table below for an outline of what each available engine can offer in terms of performance and capability.

Engine HP/Torque Transmission Max Payload/Towing (kg)
2.7-L TurboMax I-4 310 / 430 lb.-ft. 8-speed auto. 4×2 – 1,016 / 4,309
4×4 – 961 / 4,173
5.3-L, V-8 355 / 383 lb.-ft. 10-speed auto. 4×2 – 1,016 / 5,080
4×4 – 957 / 4,990
6.2-L, V-8 420 / 460 lb.-ft. 10-speed auto. 4×2 – N/A / N/A
4×4 – 825 / 5,897
Duramax 3.0-L,
Turbo-Diesel I-6
305 / 495 lb.-ft. 10-speed auto. 4×2 – 857 / 5,987
4×4 – 857 / 5,897

Engine Availability by Trim Grade

Outfitting a pickup truck means making a lot of choices. The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 comes in eight trim grades. Each version of the latest member of the Sierra 1500 family comes with a few engine options. Take a look below to see which trims come with which engine options.

Pro

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro.
Available Engines: 2.7-L, TurboMax I-4; 5.3-L, V-8

SLE

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE.
Available Engines: 2.7-L, TurboMax I-4; 5.3-L, V-8; Duramax 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6

Elevation

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation.
Available Engines: 2.7-L, TurboMax I-4; 5.3-L, V-8; Duramax 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6

SLT

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT.
Available Engines: 5.3-L, V-8; 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6

AT4

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4.
Available Engines: 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6; 6.2-L, V-8

Denali

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali.
Available Engines: 5.3-L, V-8; 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6; 6.2-L, V-8

AT4X

The 2024 GMC Sierra AT4X.
Available Engines: 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6; 6.2-L, V-8

Denali Ultimate

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate.
Available Engines: 3.0-L, Turbo-Diesel I-6; 6.2-L, V-8

Without putting too fine of a point on it, the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is an incredible pickup truck. Make an appointment with one of our product experts, today.