Ford stopped offering a diesel option in the F-150 a couple years ago, but its rivals have carried on. GMC offers a fantastic 3.0-liter Duramax Diesel in the Sierra 1500, and it’s becoming standard in 2024 for the AT4X off-road trim.
The engine got a refresh for 2023, now making 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque. GMC said the 10 percent horsepower bump and 7.6 percent increase in torque come from new steel pistons, a retuned turbo compressor, new fuel injectors, and better temperature control. It’s paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. Diesel engines’ low-end torque makes them excellent for off-road applications, where low-speed pulling is the name of the game.
Though it’s beefed up for off-roading, you’d never know it by looking at the AT4X’s interior. Why off-road if you can’t do it while sitting on full-grain leather upholstery and looking at real ash wood trim?
The Sierra’s base turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder got a new name but retained its already-decent specs. Now called “TurboMax,” the engine makes 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.
GMC updated the rest of the Sierra line with new power side steps for the plush Denali, Denali Ultimate, AT4, and AT4X models. Some trims are available with a new active exhaust system, and GMC offers new wheel designs and paint colors.
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