2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Drive review and MPG comparison Turbomax vs 3.0l diesel vs 5.3l V8 Which wins?

[@impala-wf2sd]

I have a 2021 crewcab Z71 RST 3.0 4x4 standard bed. I'm averaging 30+ mpg & 700 miles to a tank. (Highway miles).. d.e.f usage minimal and zero mechanical issues. 10spd transmission shifts smooth & is super quiet on the highway. Throttle response is great & low end torque is strong. I paid 52k new & have zero regrets. Plan on purchasing a yukon with the 3.0 baby duramax for my wife. LM2 motor is a beast & I'm at 46k miles so far....

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Awesome!! They are great engines! Thanks for watching!

[@bradbucklin2692]

Damn you’re lucky I traded my 19 ZR2 Dmax for a 22 Sierra AT4 3.0 and I get about 310 miles per tank I’m getting like 11-15 in toy and 18-19 on the highway But mine has a 6” lift and 37s But I’m not sure if the MPG reading is accurate since the odometer and speedometer are off due to the larger tires I’m still looking for a recalibration kit

[@joshuahedrick]

@@bradbucklin2692 Why don't you just hand calculate your milage after a fillup?

[@bradbucklin2692]

@@joshuahedrick thought about but just haven’t to yet I would have to use an app to calculate the exact miles since the truck trip odometer doesn’t read correctly and that’s part of my dilemma

[@paulwilson1193]

So far, I love my 5.3 elevation. Ride comfort is a 10 out of 10! The infotainment system is top of the line. I've had mine for about a year. My version was the 2022 refresh. Luckily for me, mine doesn't have the fuel chip also.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thats a nice truck you have! They knocked it out of the park, thanks for watching!

[@casSthEcrowN]

I’m thinking about trading in my 2024 RAM laramie for a 2024 elevation. Is the drive on the elevation tight, and not shaky?

[@chrisoconnor3119]

What is a feul chip?

[@tdotw77]

​@@chrisoconnor3119I'm curious about that also..

[@WaffleSS_88]

@@chrisoconnor3119dynamic fuel management

[@DKLabs99]

I have the 24 Elevation with the Turbomax. I like it so far. Had a 2020 6.2 which I didn’t love but covid times made my money back. Getting almost 22 mpg so far with about 1,800 miles on it

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Awesome, great engine!

[@qwikz28]

Why didn't you love the 6.2?

[@DKLabs99]

@@qwikz28 lifter issues.

[@Elienguitar]

Bought the AT4 Duramax 2 weeks ago. It's great to be able to hit 27-29mpg on highway. I traded in 2022 Canyon for it.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Incredible. Such an incredible power train!

[@macrostiffproductions2978]

nice upgrade :)

[@Kookaburra4509]

I’m getting an AT4 3.0 in Thunderstorm gray next week. Have any additional feedback?

[@lmankj]

Great comparison. ($60 grand and you get a spray in bed liner and cupholders, amazing….)

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Right on

[@toddanderson8277]

Tried and True 5.3 for me. I'm on my 2nd 5.3 now in my 2015 and had a 2000 previously. All great trucks its just what meets your needs. Great video.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for sharing, and for watching!

[@almayberry538]

People don't buy a V8 for gas mileage. I would never buy a full size with a 4 cyl. Just my opinion.

[@ThunderRunner]

Thoughts on the 3.0 vs 5.3 for a DD hoping to maximize longevity? I love the idea of the torque and mileage on the 3.0 but worry it may be more problematic/expensive to repair down the road than the 5.3. How do you like/compare them vs a non-hybrid tundra?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I like the new Tundra Twin turbo V6. Good power and fuel economy. 5.3 is tough to beat from a track record of long term durability, but the new 3.0 seems to addressed a lot of the earlier concerns like timing belt and oil consumption/leaks. Thats a tough question, I could go either way. I think I would trust the 5.3 a little more for long term durability than the 3.0 or the Tundra twin turbo.

[@ThunderRunner]

@@CTECH-REVIEW interesting…whether or not the lifter issues are overblown in the gm v8’s, I think the repair and/or replacement costs are significantly less than some other engines like the tundra’s ttv6…think it probably plays into the long term reliability is also repair-ability. Do you have a favorite half ton in general and favorite powertrain?

[@JeffreyWindley-n4i]

I like that you showed mpg at 52 mph .

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching, I try to show MPG at multiple speeds so people what they could expect. I typically show 50mph range and 70mph range.

[@J-ThomasRST]

Downside of the 6.2 is more likely engine failure and you have to run premium fuel for the 11.2 compression. 20 bucks more a tank to get slightly worse mpg.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for watching! good comment!

[@jasonlocke238]

How do you make sense of the optioning of those trucks? Who buys an Elevation for AT4 MSRP and 62k for an SLE? That’s insanity. Anyways, thanks for the MPG review, good stuff.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Its wild times for MSRP on all trucks right now, no doubt about it! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisjohnson1312]

Finally the deals are coming. I just put a deposit down on a 4x4 Elevation with premium package. 5.3L...12k OFF MSRP. No joke. Brand new. 53.5K.

[@moladibari0482]

The 5.3 ❤

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Great choice!

[@j-rich7322]

I’m thinking about getting the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 elevation for my first ever truck what do you think, is that a good choice ?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for watching, I think the Elevation (with the convienence package) is a high value trim option. Best of luck!

[@j-rich7322]

@@CTECH-REVIEW thanks

[@dopeboyp3487]

@@CTECH-REVIEWThis is a great video Brother… Thank you for taking out the time to help us make a more informed decision. What does the Convenience Package offer, and what’s the cost of adding it? #FellowMichiganMan #GoBlue 〽️

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

No prolbem man happy to help! thats what its all about. Looks like you get some nice features like center console and some more interior goodies! @@dopeboyp3487

[@ohioguy4326]

The 6.2 is nice but it requires premium, that $1.00 more per gallon where I live.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Great point, Thanks for watching!

[@sutnical]

What is regenning? Never heard that term used on something other than an electric car

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

It’s part of the exhaust cleaning process in a modern diesel. You get worse fuel economy when that process is underway! Thank you for watching!

[@itsjustjonnoh]

Just bought a 2024 sierra 1500 elevation 5.3l V8. Hope I made a good decision. Beautiful truck, drives great. I keep seeing mixed reviews about every truck on each KZbin video i watch. Chevy transmission concerns, gmc transmission concerns, ram engine concerns.. what’s the real deal here? lol..

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

You bought a nice truck, congrats. Seems like the GM 10 sp is solid! Enjoy it! Thanks for watching!

[@itsjustjonnoh]

@@CTECH-REVIEW Thanks brother. Great review also btw. Stay safe.

[@mattm1686]

I have a 2016 with the 5.3 no problems at all great truck

[@Veterans-e2c]

I have 2024 Denali with duramax how do you know it’s regen

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

With most diesels you get a notice in the display. Plus you will notice an instant fuel economy impact.

[@danielmedrano4694]

I’m still debating on whether to get a 3.0 Diesel or a V8 Gas.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That is a tough question! I don’t think you could lose with either option

[@crojo3232]

Get the 3.0 diesel u won’t regret it.

[@danielmedrano4694]

@@crojo3232 thanks for the advice. Do you have any experience with it?

[@crojo3232]

With diesel the fuel economy is waayyyyyy better. I had the 5.3 trail boss and now I have the 3.0 Duramax GMC Sierra x31 and it’s like night and day with fuel.

[@danielmedrano4694]

@@crojo3232 That’s one of the reasons I’ll buy it. Once again thank you.

[@robertb7254]

I wish the trucks had Amber Turn Lamps on the Tail Lights…GMC had them in 1999 then dropped them …drives me crazy

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I’m with you!

[@NeverFollowTheCrowd]

You never really set the cruise control at a steady speed why?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching, I have talked about this in other videos, sometimes cruise make them get worse fuel economy I have found. I should investigate again!

[@chrisoconnor3119]

Me in my 6.2 just laughing cause i get smiles per gallon!😂😂😂❤

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Heck ya!

[@sethlover6498]

how long did that regen take? it is my only concern and my only hesitation to buying it.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching! It didn't seem all that bad. Most regens run from 10-30 minutes. I wouldn't let that hold you back...it happens 1 time every 500 miles if your not towing heavy enough to get a passive regen.

[@vanlifebiker]

It's just a little stinky for 10 minutes, no big deal.

[@joecobra4905]

why even make a 4 banger that gives milage of v8.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

fleet companies!

[@michaelwas8549]

Their unpainted frames freaks me out. Up here in the northeast with all the road salt, scares me. They use wax. You can scrape it off with your fingernail.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching! Some people like it, some people dont. I have heard pros and cons to each option!

[@judeaucoin5028]

Move to the south, I can’t imagine living in the cold

[@robertb7254]

My 2011 is rusting out …….

[@RyanJohnson-ft6qi]

How

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@imadumass2378]

Do not purchase the 2.7 whatever ya people do. Complete garbage

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching

[@tdotw77]

I agree! I don't think a 4 cylinder should be in a half ton American truck at all, turbo or no turbo! Seems the 3.0 diesel is a way better choice(at 28+mpg) unless you prefer v8 power then it's 5.3 for it's long existence & 'reliability'. I'm not a GM guy, nor a 1\2 ton guy but I'd pick the Duramax in a GMC truck.

[@imadumass2378]

@tdotw77 I love the 5.3 but now after driving the 5.3 I wish I went with the diesel at4

[@joshuahedrick]

You don't have fact's to back that up.

[@joshuahedrick]

@@tdotw77 Statistically the 2.7 4 cylinder is having much less issues then the 5.3 due to the lifter issues with the AFM/DFM system. The 2.7t with it's DOHC layout activates the AFM off the camshaft vs the 5.3 using collapsible hydraulic lifters.