2014 GMC Sierra Denali Pickup Truck Review and Road Test

Join me as I take a look at the 2014 GMC Sierra Denali pickup. I'll test towing, hauling, handling and more. While many have derided the 2014 revision of GM's upscale pickup as uncompetitive, it has class leading towing, power, fuel economy and payload numbers. Just watch out, it'll cost you as it also has one of the steeper price tags.
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[@christopherlowe5024]

Just bought this truck 5 years later, only 32k miles and I love it! Still a great truck!

[@angringo]

I Got this car but the 2015 model and I can tell u,,, it's dream to drive and own! 😊

[@technicalactivity]

such a beautiful pickup, well done GMC

[@ib516]

You do the best, most professional auto reviews on KZbin. And that's saying something. Godd job Alex.

[@dderickson1979]

I love the new Graphic inserts when you talk about trailering and payload! Great Vids!! Keep them coming

[@TheFrankie2223]

You do the best car reviews on KZbin. Great job!

[@ryanfullthrottle5589]

Good job Alex i appreciate all your well thought out reviews

[@johnzandarin3534]

Great review on the 2014 Sierra. Well done and the best one yet.

[@michaelcombs1738]

This is a nice looking truck, I would even consider purchasing one--never thought I would find myself saying that about any "Government Motors" product. Another great and complete review Alex. Thank you.

[@Dr_Xyzt]

I really wish they'd offer the 6.2 in the regular cab standard bed configuration.

[@trailgnomeadventures5691]

Off subject...Just purchased a new Accord. Your review steered me in the right direction. Our honda fit (our trade in) made Honda a shoe in for the type of new car we would get. Thanks for the great Honda review and for all your work for the people!

[@weirdshibainu]

Alex. You are the first reviewer to talk about the short headrest in the back seats. Very dangerous in even the slightest rear ender, and almost criminal on gm not to provide better safety esp. for a 60 k vehicle

[@shramj]

Excellent review, thanks!

[@tokslut]

Thanks for a good review, better than most!

[@1stGenDsmTuner]

I love the look of these new gmc Sierra. I've never been a big gm guy but these new Sierra's I could see my self driving. I'm not crazy about this Denali package tho because there's nothing I hate more than chrome. I especially like the square wheel well design. I think it helps with the looks of the truck tremendously and it would probably help clear larger tires which is a plus. I like your reviews because I feel your fair and real. Most of these truck reviewers are so biased it makes me want to throw up. the only thing that concerns me about gm trucks is long term reliability. I dont lease trucks nor do I trade them every couple years. If I buy a new truck i'm keeping it for at least 10 years.

[@ziggybowman6875]

That truck must be giant if it makes you look small. BTW, thanks for the excellent reviews you always post. Keep up the good work.

[@Kevincheesepizza]

He’s 4’7”

[@modmatt3462]

Very impressive payload and towing numbers plus hwy mileage on the GM twins and something I need for my purposes (travel trailer plus family). Due to towing and payload needs, I can't knock the current gen 2014 F-150 Ecoboost (Lariat) model off my list - especially with the max tow and max payload options. Incentives are available as well, which make them more attractive and the rear seat is very accommodating with proper back plus headrest in the Ford compare to GM. My family has both GM and Ford trucks, but I'm open to all, including the Toyota Tundra.

[@BTC909]

Alex I would mention fixes for the problems. I'd like to see a height adjustable rear seat bottom.

[@weirdshibainu]

Great review. Amazing how few reviewers actually review the biggest selling vehicle segment in the u.s.

[@NothingNowhere4]

Hey Alex, can you do a review of the all new 2014 Snot Box?

[@Dr_Xyzt]

I like the square wheel wells. In engineering school, I found no truly appreciable benefit to round ones. It's also easier to get the sprayer nozzle in there to wash mud out. I like the single outlet exhaust. There's no point in being pretentious. I like the gauge cluster. They're styled like clocks. I like the pushrod engines. Again in engineering school, I learned how the design works and am behind it 100%. I don't like the 4600 pound weight in the RCSB configuration. The aluminum fords weigh 4000. Aluminum bodies would be nice.

[@ronsgarage1066]

Wax

[@pharcyde24]

10:55, Love that trim gap.

[@stig120212]

wow ! very detailed ! thanks

[@ChristopherWalkenPUA]

0-60 in 5.7 sec? damn.

[@gmcdenali7178]

You should checkout the new 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. It's got Magnetic Ride Control. It's said to ride much better than in 2014/2015.

[@Wecandoit23]

The side exhaust is so they wont mess up the catgo thats why most of the ram diesels have em on the side too

[@1guyin10]

The Ford F150 4x4 crew is about 300 lbs heavier than the corresponding Ram or Chevy so they don't have to shave nearly as much to match Ford. It will be interesting to see what the aluminum F150 can do when the GM/Ford 10 speed transmissions come out in a year or so. Less 500 lbs and with a 10 speed, that Denali might return mid to upper 20's highway with the 6.2 . That would be sweet.

[@PlanetEaterG]

If GM would step up to keyless enter an push button start, and a slightly larger fuel tank then I would consider them. Ram has an available 32 gal tank, Ford has an available 36 gal while GM only has a 26 gal tank.

[@AlexKessler]

Does the 2015 sierra have any rear A/C vents?

[@milanpatel9050]

I really hate the square wheel wells that was my first complain on the new GM pickups when I saw them my second complaint was that everything is too squared off, specially on the Silverado

[@MrJonnygault]

Alex: Very nice , professional review. I appreciate all your insights. I'm in the market for a pickup and am torn between the options. Your review offers much guidance. Thanks

[@jaedo777]

shouldn't the 0-60 time on the yukon denali be the same as the sierra denali since they have the same engines? y is the denali so much slower

[@HD13POWER]

Is it me or the Denali 1500 has no handle for the driver side? I guess I saw it on Denali 2500HD? Is it easy to just install one or it may conflict with side air bags?

[@Bmackins94]

the light duty does not have a handle on the drivers side

[@KYoss68]

Square wheel wells FOR EVER. I think the square wheel wells make the look of the trucks. Ford has used them in the past, so has Dodge. GM isn't weird for using them, they are setting the styling pace.

[@bryane2857]

Chris. Do you know why GMs rear seat head rest do not extend up high? You touched on this in your video. My 2008 :Chev is same way? What the?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

It's just a design choice. Someone inside GM decided that was high enough. I suppose for kids it is ok, but for adults it means less protection in a rear end style accident.

[@bryane2857]

Thank you! I just subscribed to your channel. Nice reviews

[@112188Francisco]

Hows the reliability? Just sold my 09 denali

[@ethanmoore3774]

The Ram's 8-speed was one of the pioneers in truck transmissions but it is not flawless. The 8-speed in the Ram can feel very ponderous in gear choice and could use a computer remapping, I think it would help.

[@Bmackins94]

GM has an 8 speed now

[@gingermavy]

LOVE MY STEP BOARDS.

[@kidcanada5]

Ha, in Alberta, Canada you can pull a 45ft long 5th wheel on a standard class 5 (regular/average) license.

[@Logaweed]

You can do that in North Dakota too.

[@kicksreason]

Alex, when can we expect a review on the fully loaded and new Chrysler 200?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

It may be a few months. Chrysler hasn't announced the delivery schedule for the cars yet but I suspect it will be towards the end of May.

[@kicksreason]

I see, thank you. Will be waiting patiently :-)

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

On the statement about pricing, I've been seeing nothing but rebates on 2014 model Silverado's. There's a dealership a couple of miles away from me that have 12 of those lifted Southern Comfort Edition Silverado's with $10k off on the side of them along with over $7k off for regular ones

[@weirdshibainu]

That's because the Chevy and GMC have fallen way short of sales projections.

[@troypower4733]

Love this truck but would of course be waiting for the 2015 which will have the super new 8 speed built by GM, that is one solid transmission, that coming from my owing a new 2015 C7 corvette, great transmission, the current 6 speed can be a little quirky on some GMC trucks...Also, magnetic ride will also be available on the 2015 version of this truck, basically eliminating the Ram coil spring advantage when it comes to ride quality. Counting out the current generation F150 is obviously wrong here, given its interior is actually really nice and offers more interior room. Plus the current gen F150 offers such amazing variants as the Raptor, now that is one amazing truck with off road capability that not one of these competitors can remotely come close to, foreign or domestic. That Raptor is one sweet on road ride as well its 6.2L being a real performer that is not to be over looked.

[@Matthew-jr1xr]

Still like the 8 speed?😅

[@troypower4733]

@@Matthew-jr1xr Wouldn't know in regards to what I mentioned above as I ended up going to a 2015 Z06/Z07 7speed manual, currently driving and recently updated to a 2018 Z06/Z07 7 speed manual.

[@paytoncantavespri1092]

Please do a review on the new 2015.5 8 speed transmissions for gm trucks when and if possible! Alex on Autos

[@Baconinakan]

12:28 Deep Purple and Toto!! :D

[@richardmaaske7483]

I like the 2015 GM -Trucks

[@TheDivino21]

One correction on the video is that wood trim is real on Denali trim and the trim around the air vents and center console is real aluminum.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

According to the paperwork GM sent with the car, the wood isn't real. However this may be different in different countries because many car makers switch out the fake wood for real wood in Canada for instance.

[@gibshall2007]

Idk about the wood but the trim around the dash is aluminum.

[@hiramhagio422]

J Hardy

[@muggermovertech]

Since you asked, I say I'm not at all crazy about the squared wheel wells. The design is pointless, like the rest of the truck. Seems they're squared off to accentuate the squareness of the body, which is, again, pointless. I'm a pickup guy. I'm a Ram guy. On my fourth Ram since 2004, and a Ram guy for good reason. My only interest in the Denali is the 6.2. I think the pricing of the Denalis is prohibitive and confiscatory. Thank you Alex. You're the best in the business.

[@jdpro59]

Totally missed rear end axle ratios. 3.08,3.42,3.73. How they effect towing, hauling etc,

[@Bmackins94]

3:23

[@mrBaroud1]

I want that car ♡

[@robertrendaric8485]

Truck.*

[@coreymaiden946]

how much did dodge pay you to do a sierra review and talk about the ram the. entire. time.

[@koobkimntxwv358]

yeap talk abaut interior i think f150 got the best, gm and ram got the same look at the back seat.

[@kidcanada5]

Were do they ground the plug in the front?

[@kylefitzgerald4419]

Every brand truck say`s that truck can tow whether it`s 10,000lbs to 12,000lbs it really can`t... I mean If you really had to it would but would have a very hard time towing that something! If you were ever to tow anything all the time the choice is plane and simple.... That choice would have to be a Diesel!! There really the only truck that can tow up to 25,000 to 31,200lbs do to strong motor which is a diesel,transmission,frame, and suspension for towing. But now were getting in to this grill part the GM has a great looking grill but I personally like the newer 2015 f-150 grill 5X`s better but then again the only reason I am saying that is because I am a true Ford guy, and a true Ford guy will like nothing else but Ford. But I mean both trucks have there up`s and downs but if I were ever going to drive two trucks it would be first the F-150 then the Sierra plane and simple and now for guy`s that are GM fans it might be the other way around maybe not.

[@Fueler]

Why did you say 2 low isn’t 2 high drive not low drive?

[@eliasvelasco1173]

square wheels look are meant 2 be lowed

[@josemuniz2878]

I think the Ram Longhorn Laramie just blows away this Denali. I'm a chevy guy but the Ram is my next truck. Chevy just can't compete with The Ram.

[@Brad-jg9vh]

Chevy and GM had coil springs in the late 60's early 70's.....

[@jeremysautomobile]

You forgot about the Titan and Tundra. They are huge players now.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

While the Tundra has improved lately, their sales are less than 1/4 of GM's pickup volume and Nissan's Titan's sales are lower than the Honda Ridgeline at about 2% of GM's sales. Just 1300 units shipped last month vs 59,000 from GM, 71,000 from Ford and 42,000 from RAM.

[@jeremysautomobile]

Alex on Autos So maybe they aren't "huge" players, but the Tundra is here to stay and in my city of Grand Rapid Michigan I have more than one Toyota dealer with Tundras to sell. I don't know if I would choose one over the other options, but it is a viable option. Thanks for your response.

[@Sig721Tau]

Alex on Autos Who gives a sh*t about "sales numbers"? That does not necessarily mean that one truck is better than others. It just means that people are "brand whores" or "brand loyalists" rather than buying the most reliable, best quality, and what fits one's needs. Notice I didn't bring an specific brand into the debate.

[@AluminumStud]

TAKE MY MONEY NOW

[@rondavis3758]

still NO REAR AC vents for crew passengers or dogs..........come on GMC, its the hottest summer ever......went to buy one of these, had to cancel deal because my kid nearly got heatstroke in cab as I was freezing while driving,,,,

[@moparcharger8642]

That’s my fear right now

[@lexusfan100]

ya not a fan of those square wheel arch. i like the F150 round arch. there is just tooooo much gap in the square arch

[@BTC909]

Break the trend, triangular wheel arches!

[@krator1655]

Ill trade you a piece of my butter finger. As the saying goes "no one puts a finger on my butter finger" so a very worthy trade

[@paulwaul9779]

GM thought they had a good thing here but failed. Although the backseat has more leg room than previous generation they failed with the position, height/angle & head/back rest of the seats. It is pretty uncomfortable for people 6ft or taller especially on long trips. My boss has one & the crew & I all take turns sitting up front because no one wants to sit in back. I think they failed somewhat on the interior too because it already looks dated.

[@MrTblackmon]

Lol he said 335 horsepower instead of 355 horsepower that this Denali had at 6:03.

[@MOHAMEDBRAHAM1986]

Nice exterior but ram 1500 14 is way more sophisticated

[@bryane2857]

I mean Alex

[@samidarwish86]

Yeeeeeehaaa

[@FanaticGuide]

GMC Sierra Equivalent=Chevy Silverado

[@mauroarrambide96]

The trim is actually aluminum

[@ethanlights]

For that much $$$ I would think they could use real wood. The Yukon Denali does. SO DOES THE F150 AT A LOWER PRICE POINT!

[@BTC909]

10:44 - BIRD!

[@alphisutha1991]

i would put my money on chevy all the way , when i want a truck i got a truck, i aint looking for a truck to drive like a car i looking for a truck that gone work ,

[@jesuscordova3579]

lollipop

[@Sir.Extraterrest]

This review is inaccurate and it sucks. Plus is this a review in the Denali or Ram? I’m confused lol.