Salinas GMC Shoppers 2020 GMC 2500 HD Quick Look

The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a full-size pickup that can tow and haul as much weight as you want to throw at it, while also providing sophisticated comfort. Buyers at the Salinas area GMC dealership report they appreciate the Sierra 2500HD, thanks to its spacious cabin, wide cargo beds, and built-in steps that allow easy access to the tall cargo box.

Some pickup buyers who are looking at the GMC Sierra 1500 may also be considering the 2020 Toyota Tundra, a full-size pickup that competes with the Sierra. We’ll look at both trucks to see which one comes out on top.

Compare the GMC Sierra 2500HD with its Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD sibling, and you’ll find the Sierra gets more additional features, as well as a more luxurious interior. According to the GMC dealer near Salinas, the Sierra 2500HD also gets an available MultiPro tailgate, which can be opened and folded in several arrangements for use as a step, a tool for hauling and even as a desk. Truck buyers looking for a heavy-duty truck that blends capability and comfort should place the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 at the top of their shopping list.

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The automotive reviewers at Car and Driver gave the 2020 GMC Sierra high marks, writing: “Most GMC buyers prefer their heavy-duty trucks gussied up and loaded to the gunwales with luxury and technology. While the choice between the Sierra HD and its mechanical near twin, the equally fresh 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500 and 3500, largely remains a matter of brand preference, newly available features exclusive to the GMC are finally starting to give it the feel of a premium big rig.”

The 2020 Sierra 2500HD is completely redesigned and is offered in five trim levels: base, SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali. All models can be equipped with either a 6.6-liter V8 engine that develops 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque, teamed to a six-speed automatic transmission, or a 6.6-liter Duramax V8 turbodiesel that cranks out 445 hp and 910 lb-ft, mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox. The Sierra 2500HD’s redesign brings increased towing and hauling capacity. It can now tow up to 35,5000 pounds.

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The Duramax diesel V8 comes with an integrated engine-exhaust brake. Drivers can press a button and use the powerplant’s backpressure to control the truck’s speed while descending a hill. This reduces the load on the Sierra 2500HD’s brakes. The exhaust brake also works in tandem with the cruise control system, allowing the vehicle to maintain a set speed when driving on hilly roads.

The base Sierra comes configured as a basic model, but it includes standard features such as Bluetooth connectivity and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The SLE trim comes with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, a Wi-Fi hotspot and a color info screen. Options include the ProGrade Trailering system.

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Move up to the SLT, and you’ll get power-adjustable front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen and the MultiPro tailgate. The ProGrade Trailering package is also standard.

The AT4 provides a bolder appearance and more off-road chops. It features dark chrome trim, bright red tow hooks, a lifted suspension and additional skid plates.

The top-line Denali trim comes with luxurious interior materials and upscale technology features, including an upgraded climate-control system and premium leather heated/ventilated seats. Several amenities are available, including a surround-view camera and a color head-up display.