2016 Chevy Silverado 5.3L vs GMC Sierra 6.2L Drag Race & MPG Mashup Review

( www.TFLtruck.com ) 2016 Chevy Silverado 5.3L vs GMC Sierra 6.2 - What's the faster, more fuel efficient and better GM truck engine. Is it the 5.3 Liter V8 or the bigger brother 6.2L V8. In this TFLtruck mashup review we find out by towing with both trucks and of course we also have fun with a good old fashioned drag race.
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[@DirtJumperMogo]

drag race starts @ 9:20

[@breakingchris6889]

That was not a second and a half difference on that drag.. no way

[@goodbonezz1289]

McSteeze THANK YOU

[@coureurdebois]

the 6.2 is just about the same weight and physical size as the 5.3, and it gets similar MPG and its much better for hauling. why not get best power in class while still getting good MPG. yes, definitely worth the money.

[@NJefferson8891]

is it worth it when you have to use premium fuel?

[@800muddigger]

+Nick Jefferson u dont have to put premium its just recommended for maximum performance. i would only put it in when im doing some serious towing or just wanna dick around then id put it in.

[@clarda1]

+justin bouche The MPG was the same (most likely) because it had a higher axle ratio (by higher I mean lower). He did not specifically say this but you could tell it was running at a lower RPM than the 5.3L.

[@seraphimvalkyrin4543]

+Nick Jefferson Using premium fuel really isn't that much more expensive. It's only about 20 cents more than normal per gallon. So if your truck has a 20 gallon tank it's only about $4 more and over a whole year (if you only fill up say once a week while filling up once you are close to empty) it still under a $200 difference.

[@clarda1]

+Seraphim Valkyrin I think that depends on where you live. Right now 87 in Wisconsin is 1.59 a gallon, 89 is 1.95 and premium is 2.23 for 93 and 2.49 for 91 with no ethanol. Thats 64 cents a gallon difference for 93 and 90 cents a gallon difference for no ethanol. My gas tank is 20 gallons so the cheap stuff is around 30 bucks for a fill up, $45 for 93 and $50 for no ethanol. That is a huge difference, its 20 bucks more per fill up between the lowest and the highest. That is over $1,000 a year! Nice Jeep btw! I have a 2008 WK 5.7.

[@03SilverMustangGT]

A lot of people seem to agree, the 6.2 is the better choice. BUT, it's such a rare motor to be found in their 1500's!!! WHY?! Most dealers don't even have any. They all have the 5.3

[@Ross-om1ht]

It's true. I called around my area (Dallas/Fort Worth) so I could test drive one. I called 11 different dealerships and only 1 of them had a 6.2 on the lot

[@alexandroguevara988]

+JonP227GT Really? And it seems to be pretty equal out here in Cali, just depending on what you got.

[@ChuckFin321]

+JonP227GT Different phases of production, 6.2's are far and few between and slowly coming out. None of the early 2016 Sierra's have the 3 way power steps either. I ordered my '16 Sierra Denali with 6.2 and power steps back in December and it's just now slated to go into production! Probably wont see it for another month.

[@UltimaRSfan]

+ChevyHOEon24s I'm jealous. that's a beautiful truck. my dream truck

[@ChuckFin321]

+Stephen Nichols Finally just picking it up this afternoon actually! Been 5 months since I ordered it. I'm excited.

[@tristan-ih6oq]

this makes me happy that the big engined steel trucks are still on top. hope it stays that way

[@_Matsimus_]

9:28 you’re welcome

[@kingdaniel3519]

This was quite honestly the best mashup TFL has ever done here. Kudos!

[@sokodad]

Love my 6.2 and I've gotten as high as 21.5 mpg on flatland running 77 mph. Great truck so far.

[@Irishmule169]

I got 23.3 mpg running 70 in my Sierra 6.2 !! Love my truck

[@carloshidalgo3298]

Irish Mule69 thinking of buying a 17 Denali with 6.2 guys is is worth it?

[@gilbertgarza4992]

Are there any 2011 Chevrolet Truks that were built with a 6.2 engine and 6speed transmission I think I one it moves well?

[@cheesefries7436]

It's insane the kind of millage big engines can get now. I have an older trailblazer with a 5.3 vortec V8 and the best I've seen is about 15 mpg.

[@zzdoodzz]

@@cheesefries7436 I got a 2005 Silverado 1500 5.3L 4-speed Auto. I've been tracking my mpg on fill ups for years. Average hwy mpg (empty) is about 14, around town (empty) is about 12.5, pulling a trailer (5500 lbs) uphill is about 8.5 mpg, flatland is about 10 mpg. new trucks are about the same on the mpg with pulling, but much better mpg when empty.

[@trustbuster23]

A couple of points: (1) If you can buy regular gas for the 5.3 and need premium for the 6.2 and they then get identical mileage, that is not exactly a tie on operating costs. (2) I actually have a GMC Sierra with the 5.3. It is a strong engine and plenty for most folks. I would only get the 6.2 if I was towing a huge trailer constantly. (3) The cylinder deactivation mileage boost is most dramatic if you keep the truck at just under 70 mph. In regular use (not towing a trailer) you can get 20 mpg+ pretty easily going about 65 or so. But bump the cruise control up to 75 and it just doesn't run as frequently in 4 cylinder mode and your mileage drops a lot more than you would expect for going just a few mph faster. It does amazing things between 55-70, but you have to keep the speed down for it to work its magic. (4) Cylinder deactivation is also not much help around town. There, you are really fighting physics and there is only so much you can do in terms of constantly accelerating that much mass. It is still a big, heavy, full-size pickup truck. That is why there is such a huge difference between the city and highway EPA numbers.

[@jlee6206]

had several 5.3's and 2 6.2's over the past few years. 6.2 is definitely my personal choice. Would have opted for the 6.2 with 6 sp trans vs 8 sp if possible, unfortunately not from GM at the time. 5.3 can run on 87 octane which is always nice to save at the pump and comes with the 6sp trans. All depends on the drivers personal interests and uses/needs.

[@freezor80]

Andre is the man! He is so enthusiastic about his work on TLF.

[@slr379x9]

the smile on his face when he ran 0-60 with the 6.2 put it all in perspective for me lol. It makes sense, bigger motor, more power, works less to pull the same as the 5.3. I will say the 5.3 is a good motor and has been for years, but my next pickup I might try a gmc 6.2. And I currently drive a 2014 ram with the 5.7 hemi. Which I also love, but for a change I am thinking gmc

[@clovisthefirst492]

the 5.3 gets better MPG than half the V6 option trucks out there from ford and ram, but 6.2 fo sure

[@aujla7564]

the 1500 ecodiesel gets way better fuel economy

[@clovisthefirst492]

+Sartaj Aujla 1st off a diesel will always get better MPG, thats a dumbass thing to say...lets look at fords V6TT gas engine on a roller it gets better MPG, real world MPG not even close, countless reviews have proven that, remember last year when ford was sued for the MPG scandal with their eco boost engines and not to mention when towing the TT V6 gets the worst MPG in class. just think they are over a mile above sea level and they have always gotten better MPG with the 6.2 than the TTV6 which has far less effect at high altitude.

[@coureurdebois]

+Sartaj Aujla why are you comparing a diesel to a gas engine? they are not even close.... even fords twin turbo petrol V6 gets worse MPG than the 6.2L.

[@clovisthefirst492]

yfz well ecoboosts have two turbos pumping 15 lbs of boost into them... they better make some power, though the lack good hauling MPG and real world MPG, but turbo engines tend to do better on a roller than the real world.

[@aujla7564]

+justin bouche it is fast tho and taken into account the gas price, fuel economy isn't the biggest thing right now, please u didn't include diesel vs gas in ur comment so idk what u were comparing even.

[@rocklow243]

The question really is do you want to pay for the extra price of the engine/package that you have to buy to the 6.2. And then every fill up are you gonna put the recommended premium fuel. Then if you think about it, if you put 86 or the lowest octane, the computer will pull timing and you will probably get about the same power as the 5.3. You guys should test that put the lowest grade into the tank from completely empty and see how much loose in power and compare that to the 5.3

[@dougd6523]

I think they should have both used 93 octane I’ve never put 87 in my vehicle unless it’s a rental lol

[@tomboy1875]

Doug D doesn’t matter what you put in it unless it’s a higher compression engine or it’s tuned for 93 because if not it causes spark knock. Your wasting money putting 93 in anything that doesn’t call for it.

[@tomboy1875]

@Knott Bobby that reminds me of when I was growing up as a teen when sports quads were blowing up in the mid 2,000’s up until about 2010-2012. I’d build my bikes under a shade tree with 11.1 to 12.1 dome type pistons and run 87 in them embarrassing fulling built bikes from well known shops. My bike would pull up spark knocking like no others looking rugged as can be and it won me enough money to justify all of it. Knowing how your own stuff works and what to do to get the most out of it is what counts. Not one mechanic is truly 100% trust worthy with your money and building anything you have, I’ve seen that one too many times. All I need is a good machine shop I can handle the rest.

[@Johnsal517]

I honestly don't mind at all.. I have 2 vehicles both drink premium. And I just bought a 2015 gmc sierra

[@Ts_Evildroid]

Ths 5.3 sounds awesome on the 0 - 60 run. For your average every day person that just tows a boat or 25 foot or less travel trailer a few ties per year, the 5.3 is more than enough. But that 6.2 is the one you want if you are hauling heavy stuff a lot.

[@raykrv6a]

My brother bought a 2016 high country with the 6.2 and loves it. Got as high as 26 mpg on the road with a tailwind. Lot's of power and the 8 speed is well matched. Nothing wrong with the 5.3 either if you don't need the power.

[@sponsurd]

raykrv6a Is it basically extra power in regards to towing/hauling or are they THAT much faster? I’m shopping as we speak but he 6.2s are limited. I think I will do just fine with a 5.3 and some bolt on mods.

[@jacknabstedt3222]

MrSaintCharles Don’t buy one for towing. They are much faster, and can tow more but in the long term the 6.2 isn’t made for towing. The 6.2 is a performance engine, the 5.3 is a work horse engine. If you want to tow, most should be fine with a 5.3 but if you need extra I’d go 2500 with the 6.0 Vortec or even better a Duramax...

[@jacknabstedt3222]

MrSaintCharles Don’t buy an Ecoboost either. They are weak as the are and for towing they won’t hold up...

[@ethangto]

I know the MPG on E-85 is horrible, but it would be interesting to redo the 0-60 and drag race with e-85 in the 5.3, since it is flex fuel compatible. I notice a huge difference in performance with E-85 in my own Silverado.

[@jmarco4331]

love the 6.2 didn't realize it required premium. That can be as much as .50/ gal. more

[@OGHG771]

Does the 5.3 require premium?

[@jmarco4331]

@@OGHG771 no

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

you guys said the dealer recommends premium in the 6.2 i own a 5.3 and i only run non ethanol premium since the day i bought it. i regularly see better fuel economy with clear premium than other owners who run regular. this is also significant because my truck is 4wd crew cab getting better mileage than a 2wd club cab. im betting the 5.3 would have done better with the premium fuel.

[@tehsnipatres208]

The 5.3 and 6.2 are both really good engines. Other note I feel like a 2 wheel drive truck is useless. I live in Michigan and winters can be pretty bad here. 4 wheel drive has saved my ass I can't tell you how many times. Plus I like being able to pull someone out of the ditch.

[@maddog8148]

I would take the 5.3L V8. Does the same amount of work in towing and MPG. Plus takes REGULAR GAS!!! Big saver there compared to the 6.2 that takes Premium gas. So in the long run you are saving some cash. The only thing I would do is take this 5.3L in a GMC over a Chevy. GMC has nicer finishes like the SLT model and the Denali.

[@jostrander71]

Um LTZ model and High Country.

[@sminem6572]

+Jack Ostrander In my opinion Chevy trucks look disgusting, just no style at the front compared to GMC. The old Chevys looked good though. (Earlier than 90s)

[@jostrander71]

Disgusting? OK.

[@sminem6572]

+Jack Ostrander Hey we all got an opinion, don't wanna offend the Chevy fanboys now do I?

[@jostrander71]

No don't do that, you never seen me angry.... haha

[@NoxNoctisUmbra]

Very nice comparison. So same MPG, but 6.2L on more expensive fuel.

[@openplz3000]

I got the 6.2, no replacement for displacement!

[@ldodom]

What an excellent review! I've always wanted to see this comparison. Thanks, André.

[@kevin122759]

It still cost more to fill up the GMC even though it takes less fuel. I would like to see the same drag race with the 5.3 running on E85.

[@MossyOakFreak]

Now that was a good review and test! You guys test the right setups the right way. I'd love to see a similar test in Ford or any other brand with similar specs in their own model lineup. You guys really work hard for the guys like us making buying decisions in such a tight and fierce marketplace.

[@ChloeDunIT]

Solid review. I hope you guys start testing 0-60 times on all the trucks with and without a trailer.

[@grimwaffle5272]

I bought a CPO 2016 Sierra SLE. Glad I did. Even before watching this video. That truck is a dream come true

[@user-vw5je5qo2r]

I purchased a 2017 5.3 crew 4x4 Silverado and after owning it for 6 months i got curious of the 6.2 engine, I went to a local dealer and purchased a fully loaded high country silverado with the 6.2 engine and the truck rips. The 5.3 engine is a slouch compared to the 6.2... I love my new truck and definitely worth the money.

[@benortegabugman]

J good choice I have the 17 Silverado crew cab ltz 6.2 it rips it

[@jasanmiguel]

Andre, I believe that to fairly compare fuel mileage, you should add a city component to the 100 mile loop; highway only miles doesn't allow much for a fair comparison.

[@jayhov15]

This was a GREAT GREAT comparison!!! Exactly what I was looking for. Great job as usual guys!

[@williamhugelmeyer2702]

Great test Andre! Watching your test made up my mind that a 6.2 is in my future!

[@seanwalters272]

The tow haul mode is not necessary with this trailer weight. You do not get the full benefit of tow/haul until you reach 75% of max tow capacity. I don't really know how, if any, it effects the MPG, but it is not what I would recommend.

[@jmgaming1224]

After the video where Andre wasn't comfortable with the Titan and the tree, he's been a lot better and this video with just him was actually really good

[@wag375]

My favorite KZbinr? Andre! Love your vids, man.

[@MrBruceherman]

You mean that setting the cruise at 70MPH made the truck go 70MPH? Who would have thought

[@dimmacommunication]

Sam 😂😂😂

[@matts9352]

The 6.2L would def be better at the 10,000lbs mark which is where I'm usually towing at. Next test, weigh the Sierra for the 4x4 weight towing 10,000 vs a 2500 6.0L 4x4 at curb weight towing 10,000.

[@JoHuGi]

The 6.2L would absolutely destroy the 5.3L if towing in any location with grade. This video was clearly all prairie. Do this comparison in the mountains and I bet the margin would be huge.

[@p38shocker]

I live in California with gas prices so high and gonna go up when Jerry Browns gas tax kicks in.. I opted for the 5.3 Denali I won't be pulling much but a small trailer with a Harley on it.. I'm to cheap to pay for the premium fuel just to have the bigger motor.. My little 5.3l grocery getter does just what I want..

[@oscarsandoval4328]

thanks for the video! now im leaning more towards the 6.2

[@jaymoney3188]

Worth every penny. I have a 6.2 Denali with the 8 speed it's a beast. Nothing close to this thing on the road.

[@pipedesigner]

Any issues with the 8speed transmission

[@kaisertuumalo6850]

Good job Andre. TFL, you guys are AWESOME. Really enjoy watching your Show. Aloha.

[@michaelmccall129]

While the 6.2 is faster they both get the very close to the same gas mileage while towing and the 5.3 gets better gas mileage combined. Having to add premium to the 6.2 seems to be the bigger expense over time than the $2500 for the engine. Plus the 5.3 will take E85 which would widen the gap in the fuel cost between the two motors even more. I don't see the upside of the 6.2 unless you are towing something much heavier on a regular basis.

[@machfive916]

Very impressive results. The 6.2 would definitely be worth the extra money to me.

[@brandonmcfarland5200]

That 6.2L V8 Is No Joke, But I Love It.

[@ronjaime3493]

I have a tuned 2012 silverado 4×4 tow package 1500 with the 6.2. Of course its lifted 6in with 35in mud tires. I get 12mpg going 65mph. Its awful on fuel but it's fun to drive, especially off road.

[@BeachJedi101]

Another great video. Could you guys do a mpg review of all 3 Ecotec engines? Grab a gmc/Chevy 6.2, 5.3, and 4.3 and run them all at 65 or 70mph? Call it the Ecotec mashup or something. There's still a lot of debate about mpg and engine displacement. I'm in northern CA and I see 24-27mpg highway all the time with my 4.3 v6. But there are a lot of hills and no open interstates like in CO.

[@neitzp]

Thank you so much for doing this sort of test. I love watching your KZbin videos! Your results proved to me that the 5.3L is the better deal due to its towing MPG is so close to the 6.2L, which is the only reason I would look at getting a bigger engine (empty 0-60 is for sports/muscle cars). Next time, how about adding a 0-60 towing (i.e. an on-ramp acceleration test)? That's a truck's 0-60 that matters to me.

[@Undeadfrog1]

this is the best KZbin channel that still uses imovie

[@brianvandorp25]

My 2015 Chevrolet High Country 6.2 L 4 x 4 gets an average of 11.6 L per hundred k when I commute back and forth to work which is mostly Highway, I took it out on a holiday from British Columbia to Alberta and I was getting 7.4 L per hundred k, the trick is to keep off the "Go" pedal, 105 km/h max

[@coronaassociation1439]

I'M IN THE MARKET FOR A NEW TRUCK . VERY HELPFUL REVIEW !

[@pete4261]

I bought a 1500 crew cab midnight edition with the 6.2 went looking thinking I was going to get the 5.3 but for 2000 more and more options it was a no brainer for me

[@johnwesley1660]

Great test! This is exactly the kind of tests we want to see; real world tests. Now test the f150 5.0 vs the 3.5 eco boost the same way. Can't wait!

[@gmman010983]

That would be interesting and make for a good video!

[@polebarnexperts]

why would they do that test you know the EcoBoost will win if it doesn't break! wait a minute yeah EcoBoost explode on itself!

[@TheMeanmarine13]

I never really cared for GM products and I actually enjoyed this review, well done gentleman. GM has really stepped it up on "looks". The 2016 GMC is a sharp looking truck. I still bought a 2015 4x4 F-150 though because I'm hard headed like that. Well technically my wife bought it for me :)

[@kennypatchett9613]

I just bought a 6.2l silverado. I love it. tons of power and suprisingly good Mpg.

[@MrKeyboardCommando]

" What's the faster, more fuel efficient and better GM truck engine. ". Well done guys, you've finally discovered the comparative; I knew you could do it. Your next task is to discover, and use, the question mark.😆

[@HazenGrass]

I would never consider buying a 2wd truck

[@canddmeyer]

I don't even have to watch the video to tell GM I like the 6.2 hands down. Too bad GM won't put it on the lower level vehicles. Mpg be damned; I want power!

[@leonardschleuning3070]

I think they should retire the 6.0 as good of an engine as it is, and start putting the 6.2 in the 2500’s

[@WOH12]

Hell yeah ,right on brother!

[@4vinylsound]

If you're using high octane for the 6.2 and regular unleaded for the 5.3 it's not a true reading test you have to use the same fuel octane for both engines because some octane's get better gas mileage than others so you're taking the performance from the engines and putting it in the results from the gas your using as well as the engine

[@DS-TRUCKS]

The 6-2 is amazing!

[@dootdeedootdeedoo]

my 2010 GMC with the 6.2 is such a wonderful pickup. 140k miles and still running like new. Be nice to see GM update their engine lineup. The 6.0 and 5.3 are getting long in the tooth imo.

[@KMLTimesTwo]

While the MPG was the same during towing, the 5.3 would have the MPG advantage when you are not towing. Better overall MPG, lower octane fuel and less expensive purchase price are reasons for 5.3. That said, I have the 5.3 and wish I had the 6.2. They are just so hard to find used though.

[@israelrodriguez9354]

Im very happy with my 2017 5.3 8 speed gmc sierra :)

[@Chris_G_541]

I have the 6.2 and it has great power. I got lucky and the used truck I liked most happened to have one. If I have a lifter problem due to the afm I will put a cam and tune in it.

[@evaristocorripio5434]

The silverado with the 6.2 is the best truck!!

[@grantfuller6123]

Evaristo Corripio sierra you mean?

[@toranaga1969]

Seems like the taller gear in the 6.2 helped keep the RPM down and helped with the gas mileage.

[@MrStinkeyWinkey]

The 6.2 is basically a corvette engine with a different intake and exhaust layout and slightly different heads if I'm not mistaken so it seems like it's definitely worth it all though 5.3 with a good tune and bolt ons to make it breath better would be just as good

[@cesarconh895]

Finally the video us Chevy guys have been waiting for. Took a while but thanks. I have a 2009 Silverado 5.3 and selectable overdrive aka the 6 speed transmission

[@davek12]

$2500 extra and premium gas? The 5.3 is impressive, too.

[@anthonyj810]

Premium is not required tho it's just recommended.

[@anthonymacneil2279]

I bought my 17 High Country 6.2L just because don't tow and the little difference the premium gas costs is of little concern. There's a world of difference between the 6.2 and 5.3.

[@SharkPerformanceGaming]

This guy is perfect for Head to Head for MotorTrend.

[@getnbigger29]

Could you do an mpg run and 0-60 on the 6.2 with 87? They recommend high test but it will run fine on 87 as well. I'd be like to see the results as it would really show the value difference. Besides the $2200 upgrade price you have a considerable fuel hike over the 5.3.

[@alveyhighway]

So you ran the 6.2 with premium fuel, what fuel did you run in the 5.3..? because if you ran the 85 then it technically was more economic by far than the 6.2..

[@rueben44]

+Jonathan Alvey Good point...not sure if it is accurate but it is still a good point.

[@trials_bike-xu3xf]

I wish I had your guys's job. Just drive brand new trucks for a living but I would probably become super biased towards ford but could probably get passed it

[@polebarnexperts]

yeah you would definitely fall in love with the GM's over the Fords! before words are just for guys with little penises but the Chevys actually run for more than 100,000 miles whereas the Ford EcoBoost especially is having all kinds of fucking problems 10% failure rate before 100,000 miles that means that means 70000 failures a year for EcoBoost engines so what's you own a Ford for a while with an EcoBoost you find out eventually that they do not last as long as your GM VH and you get lower gas mileage if you actually do any work with it! I have friends that have it and regret it but they actually use it for work! one of them is always at the dealership he doesn't mind all because he gets a loner!

[@tomstoughton]

please go back 10 years and get donor trucks to do a gmc yukon 5.3 vs a yukon denali 6.0 that would be awesome.

[@MrAnalFace]

You're showing videos early on the forum now? Whatever happened to showing stuff early to us Patreon supporters? The Patreon page says "2. TFL will send you exclusive car and truck videos plus behind the scenes insider videos that are only available to patrons. 3. Plus you can suggest upcoming features or car reviews/tests and we'll do our best to schedule and produce them." Haven't seen much of those things.

[@k.r.v.4219]

Oh you should use premium gas in both! I have seen better performance with premium over regular especially when towing! At the end of the side by side drag race, the GMC was only about 11/2 truck length ahead! That means the first time in the Chevy was way off, or a bad run!

[@dieseltime7129]

Great comparison, and good job Andre

[@asaikaly2]

I love the 5.3L that's in the '16 tahoe. my dad has been able to get it to avg 40 mpg over 25 miles. while his 2016 Silverado 2500hd has a 6.0L with the same power figures but gets a lot less.

[@TheTonytodd]

I love comparison reviews! Good job on this one. Now, the same test with the 6.2 with regular octane would show how and if it affects fuel economy and power... (wink, wink)

[@jlee6206]

Having owned several Sierra trucks with the 5.3 motor, some with 8 speed and 6speed trans, and now having a 2018 Sierra with the 6.2 there is a noticeable difference. Performance, yes absolutely there is a difference. As a few others have already commented, the 6.2 does require premium fuel. If thats something that is an issue for you, the 5.3 is the way to go. The 5.3 with a good tune does very well. Add headers, cat back exhaust, and an intake - the truck feels great. 6.2 vs 5.3 .... "theres no replacement for displacement".

[@NewtonWashinton]

You forgot to mention the cost difference between 9 gal. regular gas and 9 gal. of premium gas. That does enter into cost of ownership. I do know in my area its .65 cents difference between reg. & prem.gas in MI. So going by that it cost $6.00 more for the 6.2L to run the same loop. At 15000 miles per year getting 10 mpg that's 1500 gals of gas x 0.65 that's $975.00 more to run the larger motor for 1 year pulling a trailer. To me almost one thousand dollars is substantial. All this information was forgot on your review. Even at normal driving and both trucks getting avg 20 mpg your still at $500.00 more per year with the 6.2L.

[@UvidCo]

I like the previous version of the Sierra. 14- 15 year. The look like they are trying to hard with the 16 and up.

[@OpenAirAdventure]

just wondering what the 6 litre 2500 would get. only gear available is 410. nice review by the way.

[@DjdMenis]

Awesome Vid Dre. Nice comparison.

[@ibanez720rg]

It erks me that you guys "top off" at the pump. That's a good way to fill the EVAP canister with fuel. To each their own.

[@Icutmetal]

Ok 👌

[@sstevocamaro]

With E85 in the 5.3 the drag race would have been closer than you think.. E85 is an instant 25hp/33ft-lbs extra so that’s 380hp/416ft-lbs at the crank..

[@treblemaker]

I've got a '18 Sierra 1500 5.3L and my good friend has the '18 Denali 6.2L. According to this video, the MPG is basically the same when hauling, but premium gas is a whole lot more expensive than regular. So the MPG is actually superior in the 5.3L. Ultimately, MPG is primarily a cost measurement, otherwise it's virtually meaningless. So if you account for the expensive premium gas, then the 5.3L is about 15-20% more cost efficient. Also it costs less to purchase. As for drag race results, I figure you aren't buying a work truck to race with, anyway. Use your work truck to tow your race car instead. Personally, I don't think the 6.2L makes sense unless money is not an object in the discussion - or if you really need that extra 1700 pounds or so of towing capacity offered by the 6.2L Max Tow Package. For me, going with the 5.3L was a no-brainer.

[@joseduranjr3152]

We recently purchased a 40,000 mile one owner 2017 GMC Sierra DENALI ULTIMATE truck. With the 6.2 engine. Can you please tell me the specs on this engine. I’ve been impressed with the power and getting 21.4 mpg on the highway. Is there also a kit to make it dual exhaust with a subtle throaty sound?

[@sponsurd]

So serious question? Which is better the 5.3 or the 6.2? i’m shopping as we speak. Thanks for the input !

[@DPpl-nu6km]

I'm in the truck market can't decide can you do a review of the f150, Ram1500, Silverado 1500, and Titan.

[@carlosgarza3277]

TFL please review some single cabs 4x4 short bed like chevy gmc ford dodge pleaseeee thank you i love your channel im a fan God bless you from south Texas

[@fernandoserrato2280]

Carlos Garza stfu takuache

[@azera55555]

Great video Andre! Keep it up!

[@TXSuburbanHomestead]

That 8-speed is great. I have a 2013 Sierra and the transmission is essentially garbage. It searches for gears constantly. I'm going to keep it for a long time, but man do I wish it had a better transmission.

[@monchis7441]

The 2 most badass trucks

[@StephenGnos]

+The Fast Lane Truck, when are you guys gonna take the 2016 Ram Rebel up the Ike Gauntlet?

[@wtgkb8]

As someone else has already pointed out...these two trucks are the exact two trucks used in the Pickuptrucks.com Texas Truck Showdown here: news.pickuptrucks.com/2016/01/texas-truck-showdown-2016-max-towing-overview.html You can see the window stickers of the Chevrolet and GMCs used in this comparison.

[@doctordp479]

Awesome review as always!

[@01trsmar]

As a Dodge fan,I do love the GM trucks with the 6.2 !!! Quicker,better gas mileage and quicker !! Did I mention quicker ?

[@boss123400]

Good review Andre. I think you just sold a whole lot of 6.2L GMC trucks.

[@bill84345]

The towing MPG would of had a greater difference if they were towing 10K. It is all about required torque and available torque and what RPM is required to obtain required torque.

[@chevyon37s]

I hate the cylinder deactivation, from what I notice it save no fuel, and it's just annoying when it's cruising in 4cyl mode and you come to a hill and need to give it a little throttle to get up the hill and maintain speed the hesitation to switch into V8 mode and downshift seems like it takes ages. I can't wait to tune that out and turn AFM/DOD off.