The 2022 GMC Sierra is nearly the mechanical twin to the Chevrolet Silverado. The difference is in how GMC markets itself and its half-ton pickup. The Silverado is the truck construction workers drive to the site, while the Sierra is more likely to carry the foreman, contractor, or big boss. It’s a more upscale truck with a higher content level, not to mention the GMC-exclusive Denali trim.
For 2022, the Sierra sees some significant improvements, including a new interior, upgraded powertrains, and two new models: the ultra-luxury Denali Ultimate and off-road capable AT4X. Both of these new Crew Cab Sierras have quiet and exceptionally luxurious cabins, which helps to make them shine as long-distance cruisers. And from the driver’s seat, it’s easy to forget there’s a handy bed behind the refined and spacious cabin.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro (starting at $36,295)
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro starts at $36,295.
The most basic Sierra pickup is anything but bland. The Pro trim includes a 310-horsepower 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine making an impressive 420 lb-ft of torque. A 5.3-liter V8 and 10-speed automatic transmission are optional, as is 4-wheel drive (4WD).
The Pro trim is the only model that offers a Regular Cab, alongside the Double Cab and Crew Cab choices. It also provides various bed lengths, including short, standard, and long.
The Pro retains the previous Sierra’s interior, which means it doesn’t get the fancy new digital dash on the SLE and higher trims. What it does get is a rugged interior designed to take a beating. That means standard equipment like a 40/20/40 manual front seat with large center armrest storage, vinyl floor coverings, and a urethane tilt steering wheel with controls for Bluetooth phone connectivity.
On the convenience front, the Pro offers manual air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, and a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
The Pro includes LED headlights and taillights, chrome bumpers, a locking manual tailgate, heated outside mirrors (standard on Regular Cab, optional on all others), and 17-inch steel wheels.
New this year is GMC’s Pro Safety Package that adds standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, following distance indicator, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beam headlights. An HD rear vision camera is also standard, as is Teen Driver and Buckle to Drive, a system that prevents the vehicle from being shifted out of Park until the driver fastens their seatbelt.
Optional equipment for the Pro includes standard or adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic braking, an EZ Lift or six-way MultiPro tailgate, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, OnStar, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and GMC Connected Services.
The Convenience Package adds an EZ Lift tailgate, tinted glass, a rear defroster, cruise control, and outside power mirrors on the Double and Crew Cab models.
The X31 Off-Road Package adds hill descent control, an off-road suspension, skid plate protection, and a heavy-duty air filter.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro costs $37,990. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $683. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE (starting at $47,555)
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE starts at $47,555.
The SLE is the bread and butter trim in the Sierra lineup, offering more standard features than the base Pro and more optional equipment. Like the Pro, the SLE comes standard with a 2.7-liter turbocharged engine. Unlike the Pro, it only comes in Double Cab and Crew Cab and offers an additional engine option beyond the 5.3-liter V8: a 3.0-liter Duramax diesel.
Further distancing the SLE from the Pro is its all-new interior that includes a 13.4-inch infotainment touch screen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The infotainment setup has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus Google built-in, giving access to Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play Store.
Also standard is a proximity key with push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, a 10-way power driver seat with power lumbar support, heated front seats, and a heated tilt/telescoping steering wheel.
The standard MultiPro tailgate offers six load and access features, including the EZ Lift power liftgate feature. Further adding to the SLE’s equipment roster are power heated side mirrors, LED bed lighting, a rear defroster, and rear wheelhouse liners. Also worth mentioning is an auto-locking rear differential, a trailering package, remote start, and two 120-volt outlets (one in the cabin and one in the bed).
SLE buyers have the option to upgrade to numerous individual and packaged equipment. An HD Surround Vision camera, trailering blind-spot monitor, rear pedestrian alert, and trailer camera provisions are more desirable items. GMC offers the option of a spray-in bedliner, chrome assist steps, power heated trailering mirrors, a power-sliding rear window, and a Kicker speaker system incorporated into the MultiPro tailgate.
Buyers can upgrade to 18- or 20-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, a heavy-duty upgraded suspension, and more.
The Max Trailering Package brings a 9.76 rear axle, heavy-duty radiator, revised shock tuning, and heavy-duty rear springs.
The Preferred Package adds a power-sliding rear window, trailer brake control, hitch guidance with Hitch View, adaptive cruise control, and an in-vehicle trailering app.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE costs $49,250. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $885. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra SLE includes:
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster – Replaces traditional analog gauges with advanced digital graphics, providing a more informative display.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Through the new 13.4-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect without the need for wires or an open USB port.
- Heated tilt/telescoping steering wheel – Not only adjusts to accommodate any size driver, and the heated wheel makes for a more comfortable drive when temperatures outside drop below freezing.
- Available Duramax diesel engine – Provides impressive towing and hauling abilities while returning the best fuel economy in the Sierra lineup.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation (starting at $49,195)
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation starts at $49,195.
The Elevation is just a styling and trim package building off the standard and available equipment from the SLE. It comes with a monochromatic exterior, a gloss black grille, and unique black 20-inch wheels.
Additional Elevation features include LED fog lights and a high capacity suspension.
Optional upgrades include the Elevation Premium Package that brings black leather upholstery, heated front bucket seats, a wireless charging pad, and an up-level rear seat with storage. Other features include a spray-in bedliner and the Safety Package Plus group (rear cross-traffic braking, rear pedestrian detection, HD Surround Vision camera, trailer side blind-spot monitor, and trailering provisions). Buyers can also opt for a 7-speaker Bose audio system and a power sunroof.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation costs $50,845. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $914, just $29 more each month over the SLE. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT (starting at $53,095)
The SLT offers a premium feel, building off the SLE and Elevation with even more features and a wider range of powertrain options. The SLT is only available in Crew Cab configuration, with a short or standard bed. The 5.3-liter V8 is standard, with the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel or 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 optional.
Opting for the SLT brings a 10-way power passenger seat with power lumbar support, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, driver’s seat memory, up-level rear seat with storage, power-folding side mirrors with driver’s side auto-dimming feature, plus heavy-duty oil coolers for the engine and transmission.
Above the SLE’s optional equipment packages, the SLT offers a vibrating Safety Alert driver’s seat, Bose 7-speaker premium sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and a power sunroof.
The SLT Premium Package adds the ProGrade trailering system, 20-inch polished wheels, and chrome assist steps.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT costs $54,770. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $984. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra SLT includes:
- 10-way power passenger seat – Allows the passenger to be as comfortable on long trips as the driver.
- 5.3-liter V8 – This powerful and proven 355-horsepower V8 engine offers excellent power for pulling and hauling.
- Available heated rear seats – Allows rear passengers to keep warm regardless of cabin temperature.
- Available Bose audio – This 7-speaker Bose audio system is a must-have for music lovers and includes a powered subwoofer for rich bass reproduction.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 (starting at $63,395)
The AT4 is a more rugged version of the SLT trim, with some off-road upgrades and visual styling cues that make it a good choice for those who make light off-road trips. However, if you’re looking for a severe off-road rebel, you’ll want to move to the new AT4X trim.
The AT4 comes standard with the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engine and offers the option of a 6.2-liter V8. 4WD is standard, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission and 2-speed AutoTrac transfer case. The AT4 has an automatic locking rear differential, skid plate protection, and 18-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac MT (mud terrain) tires.
The AT4 features a 2-inch factory lift kit with upgraded off-road springs and Rancho monotube shocks.
The AT4 has the same upgraded dash and instrument cluster as the SLT. Still, it comes standard with heated and ventilated front bucket seats, heated rear seats, 10-way power front driver and passenger seat with power lumbar support, power-adjustable tilt/telescoping steering wheel with paddle shifters, and the 7-speaker Bose audio system.
A spray-in bedliner is included with the AT4 package, along with a wireless charging pad, perimeter lighting, trailer brake control, and hitch guide with Hitch View and trailering app.
Notable options for the AT4 include adaptive cruise control, a power sunroof, a rear camera mirror, 15-inch diagonal color head-up display, 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, and a Carbon Pro carbon-fiber composite bed.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra AT4 costs $65,090. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,170. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X (starting at $77,395)
Building off the AT4, the all-new AT4X ups the off-road capability with a more robust suspension, a 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 engine, and more standard and optional equipment.
Tackling rugged trails shouldn’t be an issue for the AT4X, as it comes standard with e-locker front and rear differentials, Multimatic DSSV spool valve dampers, and a steel transfer case skid plate.
Inside, you’ll find heated and ventilated 16-way power front seats with massage and a 12-speaker Bose Premium audio system with Centerpoint surround sound. Adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, a rear camera mirror, full-grain leather seating, and Vanta ash wood accents round out the interior feature set.
Outside, the AT4X includes the Kicker tailgate speaker system, rear cross-traffic braking with pedestrian detection, front and rear parking sensors, trailer tire pressure monitoring, a bed view camera, and a power sunroof.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X costs $79,090. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,421. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra AT4X includes:
- 6.2-liter V8 – With 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, this engine provides more than enough power for heavy towing, hauling, and passing.
- Multimatic DSSV spool valve dampers – Provide better control on rugged terrain and allow greater wheel articulation in conjunction with unique springs.
- 12-speaker Bose audio – Bose’s impressive surround sound system promises to delight even the most stubborn audiophile.
- 16-way power seats – Feature heating, ventilation, and even massage.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali (starting at $63,695)
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali starts at $63,695.
The Denali is the ultimate pickup, offering luxury and features on par with GM’s Cadillac luxury division.
The Sierra Denali includes all of the SLT’s standard equipment, then goes on to include features such as an adaptive suspension for a softer ride, perforated leather seats, open-pore wood trim, and a 15-inch diagonal color head-up display. The 7-speaker Bose audio system comes standard, as does the HD Surround Vision camera.
20-inch wheels look great and improve handling, while ample helpings of chrome cover the grille, door handles, and window surrounds.
Standard safety upgrades include rear cross-traffic braking with pedestrian detection, trailer side blind-spot detection, and a bed view camera. A power-sliding rear window is included, along with a wireless charging pad and front and rear parking sensors.
The optional Technology Package includes a rear camera mirror and a 15-inch color head-up display. At the same time, the Denali Reserve Package adds a sunroof, power side steps, and the contents of the Technology Package.
The Denali Reserve Super Cruise Package includes all the above plus Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving with lane changing and trailering capability.
Other notable options include a carbon-fiber composite bed, a 22-inch wheel and tire package, and the MultiPro Kicker audio system.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra Denali costs $65,390. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,175. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali models for sale
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate (starting at $81,690)
The name pretty much says it all. The Denali Ultimate includes every conceivable option afforded the other Sierra trims, justifying its $80,000-plus price tag.
The Denali Ultimate builds off the Denali trim, adding features like 16-way power heated and ventilated front seats with built-in massage, a 12-speaker Bose Premium audio system, Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving, and a carbon-fiber composite bed.
Also in the mix are full-speed automatic emergency braking, rear camera mirror, power-retractable side steps, and 22-inch wheels.
The few options on the Denali Ultimate include the 3.0-liter Duramax engine, power heated trailering mirrors, premium floor liners, and additional prep for a rear trailer camera.
With the $1,695 delivery fee, the 2022 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate costs $83,385. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,498. See 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate models for sale
2022 GMC Denali Ultimate includes:
- Super Cruise – A semi-autonomous driving system that operates at speed on designated roads. The system includes the ability to change lanes and perform while towing a trailer.
- 16-way heated and ventilated seats – The ultimate in comfort, these luxury leather seats also include a massage feature.
- Carbon-fiber composite bed – The ultimate in toughness, this carbon-fiber composite liner won’t chip, scratch or rust.
- Power-sliding rear window – Allows the driver to open the back window with a push of a button, creating better airflow or additional room for long items in the bed.
