Trucks have gone through a revolution in the past decade. And nowhere is that more obvious than on Heavy Duty models. The GMC Sierra 2500 HD is a prime example of just how far trucks have come. With a trim for virtually every need out there, the Sierra 2500 HD should be high on the shortlist of every truck prospective buyer out there.
This article is dedicated to the model‘s many trims, but before we get into that let’s take a look at its engines.
Engine options on the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD
You know you’re in for a treat when the standard engine is a 6.6-liter V8 gas engine. Paired with a six-speed automatic, it produces 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque, figures fit for a Heavy Duty truck.
But if you think that’s impressive, wait until you see the available upgrade – a turbocharged 6.6-liter diesel V8 engine that can churn out a whopping 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a ten-speed automatic, it can tow upwards of 18,500 pounds which is a staggering 5,500 pounds more than the normal Sierra 1500.
FWD is optional on the Pro, SLE, and SLT trims and it comes standard with the upper two trims – the AT4 and Denali.
And now, for the trims in detail.
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Pro
The base model is called the Sierra 2500 Pro and it comes at a tantalizingly-low price. In terms of standard features, despite the low entry cost, you still get perks such as 17-inch steel wheels, a trailering hitch, manually adjustable trailering mirrors, a locking tailgate and spare tire carrier, a 40/20/40-split front bench seat, vinyl seats and floor coverings, manual windows and door locks, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment display, and both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
Nothing to write home about, sure, but the Pro is fitted with the 6.6-liter gas engine and debuts at just a little over $42,000.
The 2022 GMS Sierra 2500 HD SLE
The trim most retail buyers start considering is the SLE. It adds much-needed features for the modern shopper to the Sierra such as power door locks and windows plus perks such as 17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded exterior trim, power-adjustable, heated trailering mirrors, the Multipro configurable tailgate, an integrated brake trailer controller, cloth seats and carpeted floors, front under-seat storage, Cruise Control, power door locks and windows, remote keyless entry, a bigger 8-inch touchscreen infotainment display, and connected services including a Wi-Fi hotspot.
The bigger touch and the Wi-Fi hotspot give the SLE a huge advantage over the base model, especially considering it only ups the price by 8%.
The 2022 GMS Sierra 2500 HD SLT
The most successful Sierra HD trim is the SLT. Right in the middle, it’s a very balanced offer that comes with tons of extra modern features for a still affordable price.
Order it and you’ll get all the features of the SLE trim plus 18-inch alloy wheels, all-terrain tires, LED foglights, power-folding and -extending trailering mirrors, cargo bed lighting, 120-volt power outlets on the dashboard and in the cargo bed, keyless access with push-button engine start, remote engine start, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seats, power-adjustable front seats with driver’s seat memory, heated front seats and heated steering wheel, and a high-definition backup camera with Hitch View angle.
Tons of perks that upgrade the Sierra HD to crossover levels of comfort and connectivity.
The 2022 GMS Sierra 2500 HD AT4
Designed for off-road enthusiasts, the AT4 offers FWD as standard plus standard four-wheel drive, Hill Descent Control, off-road suspension tuning, underbody skid plates, a spray-in bed liner, front bucket seats with a center console, and ventilated front seats.
A niche trim that’s catered to a certain buyer segment, the AT4 is still in high demand in and around urban areas where its off-road features aren’t put to the test.
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Denali
The top trim is the famous Denali. Renowned for its high-end luxury features, Sierra’s Denali is no different with extra perks on top of the ones of the SLT trim such as 20-inch alloy wheels, a power-sliding rear window, side steps to ease cab entry and exit, premium leather seats, an upgraded driver information display, a navigation system, a Bose premium sound system, wireless smartphone charging, and a bed-view camera.
It also boasts a huge safety features list comprised of:
- Forward collision mitigation
- Lane departure warning
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
- Surround-view camera system
- Parking sensors
- Safety alert seat
If you want to see the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD up close in real life, then visit us at Northwest Hills Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac in Torrington, Connecticut.
Once you’re here our dedicated sales team can help you build the perfect Sierra 2500 to meet your needs and even make the necessary arrangements for you to take the 2022 Sierra 2500 HD out for a test drive.