1 Year with the GMC Denali Sierra 1500, An Owner's Perspective

[@Fulloctanegarage]

As pointed out by Doug Walls... around 10:00, "cylinder deactivation technology" is the technical term to describe the step down from 8 cylinders to 4 cylinders... thanks Doug!

[@johnstryffeler9545]

Also referred to as "skip-fire." However, that may apply to the 2019 6.2, as well as the smaller engine in this video. Respectfully!

[@gabilanplaza]

Full Octane Garage what was your monthly minimum payment when you for the denali?

[@DeadmanR68]

Lifter tick

[@FreedomInfluencer]

Great video! Went to buy an F-150 today and ended up purchasing a Sierra Denali. One day of ownership and I love it so far.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

congrats!

[@williamlackey123]

Freedom Influencer what was it about the F-150 that you didn’t like?

[@Brucev7]

@@williamlackey123 What I've read on YT Comments is Oil Leaks

[@josephcreed7]

Finally, someone who explains ride quality and cabin quietness. THANK YOU!

[@isachar2013]

Amazing how he respect his wife and she does to him same way. Beautiful couple.

[@RalfIamrighttherewithyoubrothe]

I have a 2005 GMC SLT extended cab 2wd one owner I will never let it go 149k still going strong

[@Fulloctanegarage]

cool. Thanks for watching!

[@kneestothechin]

i have an 05 SLT with every option and i cant wait to get rid of the pos. its literally falling apart on me but i will be getting this 18 denali in a few months when my bonus comes around. absolutely can not wait

[@bobevens9215]

Great video. Just purchased a 2015 GMC Sierra 6 days ago with less than 44,000 miles on it. So far all is well. Love this truck. Perfect condition. Also,our dealer here in Palm Beach gives a lifetime warranty on motor trans and drive train. Can't beat that deal.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

congrats! Bob!

[@jefferylewis6734]

I have the 18 denali with the 6.2 and absolutely love it. Plenty of power. Last road trip in it I averaged 25.2 mpg. I have also had the instrument cluster go dark twice and do not use apple play. Solution was to shut truck off for a minute and restart it. Waiting on software update from dealer to solve issue.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thanks for the feed back! On a positive note, we have not seen it on the 2019 model.

[@robertjacques6468]

I purchase the 2018 about 3 months ago. I enjoy it so much GMC is the way to go

[@DanBeaird]

We just purchased a 2015 Sierra 1500 Z71 SLT with 50K on it, the Denali is one step up from what we have. Love the truck but your rite, my daughters only complaint every time she has to ride in the back seat is that there are no seat heaters in the rear. And the phone app is great as well, love being able to start the truck near the end of dinner and come out to it nice and warm or cold. The fact that you can set it up so the seat and steering wheel heaters will come on when it's cold or even the seat coolers when it's hot out is really nice.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Dan Beaird that’s a great truck! My daughter says the same thing but she is all grown up now so she is rarely back there . Thanks for watching!

[@patricksammy1467]

Thanks for your honest review. I plan to buy one . Never owned a GMC or American car before. We shall see. Again thank you.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thaqks for watching! Curt just bought the new 2018 Denali the last couple days of 2017. (review coming soon!) let us know how it goes! REALLY good deals out there atm.

[@victordelarosa589]

Everyone who is here loves this beautiful truck … gmc is doing a great job with the engineering… i definitely love my slt 6.2 l

[@CastroJordan]

Thanks for this, good review. I had an ‘08 Sierra (and several other gmc’s and chevy’s) right when the new body style came. I loved the truck, always been a GM man. I’m in the market for a new truck but been looking at ford this time around. This review has me leaning toward sticking with a Sierra beautiful truck.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out!

[@deborahecklund6793]

No questions asked - Sierra/Denali all the way!

[@nene90047R1]

I have 2017 Sierra Denali just like this one same color and everything 6.2L fully loaded sunroof etc. 69k miles and runs and drives like new. I love it.

[@AlegendaryWarrior]

I just bought a 2018 with 20k miles. Hope mine feels like yours at 69k!

[@nene90047R1]

David you’ll love it. 👍🏽 congrats

[@p0rcu1p1n3]

My grandpa had a 2015 Denali with a 5.3 and now a 2017 with the 6.2. And the 6.2 gets even better gas mileage. Never had any tech issues

[@p0rcu1p1n3]

No trans issues in either truck as well

[@amprg]

I sold my 2014 Silverado couple of nights ago and waiting for my new 2019 to arrive. I didn't go with 6.2,just because of premium gas required. Here in CA, having 8 cylinder truck, burning premium, is committing to suicide ;)

[@theo8326]

thank you for your honest perspective on the truck.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out!

[@davidheitsman7968]

I really enjoy my 2017 Sierra Denali 1500 with the 6.2. The huge power and yet excellent economy is just two things you would not think would go together. It is quiet like a sedan inside and rides smooth. My only major concern at this point is the 8 speed transmission as it seems like it is a weak spot in the drivetrain. It occaisionally cannot find the gear it wants to be in. I am in touch with the dealer to try to remedy.That being said it is still a superb truck to drive.

[@NobleRenovation]

thank you for taking the time to make this video, I enjoyed it

[@breadman-oc2lx]

Thanks for the review. I am purchasing a 2018 on monday.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Congrats.... we just had the 2019 Denali Ultimate for the weekend to shoot a review... look for it soon. While we were at the dealer the sales manager told us there was going to be some huge sales on the 2018. Btw i hit 65K miles in mine over 2 years... thumbs up!

[@breadman-oc2lx]

@@Fulloctanegarage . Yes my dealer offering 15104 off . Love their math logistics. Luck to find 1 still available. Think it was due to it being a 5.3 over 6.2.

[@dannyeugenewaits9486]

Great review! I've been a ford, dodge fan for ever...I've worked for my company for 26 years and have always had ford 2500 diesels and loved them, every 150k I get to pick out a new model I've kept the ford because of dependably and why not..... Until 2019 out of popular demand "and a little pressure from my coworkers" 😁 I decided on a GMC Sierra HD 2500 Denali Duramax..... Damn what a truck...like you, I've had it for a year and just under 60k miles, I hate to say it but I REALLY enjoy driving it I'm an electrician/hvac tech for a communication company and work on our business, cellular towers and small offices throughout our area and have a inclosed utility box on it I average 15 mpg all the time when I'm pulling a mini-X or skidsteere I average 12mpg! Well... Long story short it's made me decide to give my personal pickup (2012 ram power wagon 1500 4x4) to my younger son he is 23 and responsible!! and get a damn 2020 gmc sierra 1500 denali 4x4 with the gas 😁 I was laying in bed early this Sunday morning watching videos on the 1500s and yours was the first to pop-up and thank you for being honest I was definitely interested between the difference in the two engine sizes and wonder if it's worth getting the 6.2 vs the 5.3??? I rarely haul anything other than my flatbed utility trailer with sleds, quads, or bunk of osb or 2x6s....whats your opinion vs the two engines?? Thanks sir!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

6.2 for the win since we have both... love the passing power. I have had some minor glitches since the video but everything has been solved with software updates

[@lauragruber6083]

Love the video!! Thank you so much for treating us dessert today!!!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

anytime! you guys rock!

[@FloridaCoastalGuy]

I enjoyed the video; a good review from one year of ownership. You must be a great guy to have such a lovely lady, cause she’s nice looking!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

FloridaCoastalGuy aweee.. she agreed... I am a nice guy. Thanks for watching!

[@doctube2020]

Nice Truck! I just bought a 2018 SLT Premium Plus Crew 6.6' bed Max Tow 3:42 gears 6.2L. LOVE IT! I agree with your gripes about the back seat, it should be heated. GMC now offers rear AC and heated rear seat on the new generation 2019. I would rather buy a vehicle at the end of a generation rather than the beginning as they hopefully have most of the bugs worked out and you get a few more features.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thanks for watching and commenting.. it really helps out!

[@Duramaxcho]

Exactly my thoughts. Bought my new ‘18 Denali this past July. I could’ve waited 2 more months for the new ones but you never buy the first year production of any vehicle as a rule of thumb. Plus, couldn’t pass on some good deals for the remaining ‘18’s so I had to jump on it lol. I’ll do the same thing when I trade it in later. 😊

[@eddienunez3530]

I fell In love with this truck and I don’t even own one. There’s this dealership that’s selling one for 32k it’s a 2015 Denali 6.2L but it has 103,369 miles on it already I’m not sure if it’s a good idea buying a truck that already had 100k miles on it and it’s only 4 years old. But then again it’s a beautiful truck.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Fair enough.. esthetically the this now almost 2-1/2 year old truck with over 70k miles still looks like new. Issues.. had to replace the seat motor that vibrates with the proximity system, had the transmission remapped for a stuttering issue, had a brake vacuum pump replaced and some outdoor temp sensor that affected the climate control. I have spent about $1500 out of pocket. Not really too bad considering the mileage. I think you should be able to find a lower mileage example for that price. Good Luck!

[@robertjacques6468]

My wife has the 2017 seems to have a little stutter, I'm taking i to get checked. Any idea what it could be?

[@robertjacques6468]

@@Fulloctanegarage my wife's 2017 Yukon Denali has a stutter any suggestions. Only 43k miles on it

[@b00014031]

Thanks for the review. Good one. Bless you and the family

[@outdoor07]

I just bought a 2018 Sierra SLT crew cab that had the heated-ventilated seats, and my iPhone works seamless with the dash info system. I assume GMC will continue to ignore the suggestions for climate controls in the rear passenger area. So far I love the truck.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Good news, we just reviewed the 2019 Denali and it had heated rear seats and a/c vents in the back! check out our review that we just posted! From what I gathered from the dealer, the 2017 only worked with Android only. the 2018 would also charge the Apple. We have both models, tested this and found it to be true. Thanks for the comments!

[@CornPopWazABadDude]

IDK why, but you remind me of Dan Akroyd lol. Oh yeah, I should or should probably mention I'm about 23K miles into my GMC 1500 and still enjoying the heck out of it. Still get "giddy" when it's time to drive and the "newness" still hasn't worn off.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

young GhostsBusters Dan? lol... thanks for watching.

[@CornPopWazABadDude]

@@Fulloctanegarage I was thinking more Coneheads Dan hahah. Jk, sure we'll go with GB Dan...

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

On my 04 sierra crew cab....i am a big guy and the back seat is no problem for me.even laying down lol. I have been threw hell and back with my truck....i hauled quads dirrbikes scooters a few harleys....i moved several people with it..moved a pre school with it...my truck has done it all and she only has 100860 miles on her i got it used with 56000 on it. Even though my milage is low. Shes done alot and only got stuck in the snow once and was during a blizzard.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

great testament to the brand! thanks! for the comment!

[@tylerbell8957]

9:12 wow, surprised to find out that y’all live by me. I’m buying this exact truck for the same reasons y’all have, good to know it works well around here

[@crspcritter]

Yup ; I have 17’ Silverado crew cab shirt bed 4x4 : You right parking tight- Had to move garage door out 2” in 20 ft garage. Nice ride- 5.3 nice mpg. Miss my 90 ‘ standard cab short bed - Thanks fer the video -

[@crspcritter]

Don’t change lanes in Cali there’s always a Prius or small car in your blind side. That crew cab short bed is along as a small bus !!!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

And thank you for the comment!

[@aerosmith23]

Full Octane Garage my tank would be empty with Melissa driving my ride....lol...nice video guys. well done.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

lol.. thanks Charlie!

[@dc2979]

I believe the transmission issues are too common based on reading complaints on online forums. I drove a 16' quad cab Chevrolet 5.3 with the 8 speed transmission for the past year, and it was plagued by the same transmission issues you spoke of in your video. Apart from replacing transmissions and repeatedly flashing the transmission software, there wasn't any "final solution" for the problems. Hard downshifts, slipping, and shuddering were daily issues for my truck. I just rolled the dice last week and traded that truck off on an 18' GMC with the 6.2 and 8 speed transmission. I'm hoping that GM's engineers have worked out some of those issues in the past two years.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Really good info and thanks for watching! This surfaced just as I was making the video. The dealer changed the fluid to address it. I have noticed it again today and will contact them again. I had never heard of this problem until it occurred to me, but now I am hearing it from others. I will keep everyone in the loop as I look into it. I have not heard of it at all with the 6.2. Did you get the 6.5 ft bed with your new truck?Let us know what you think about it.

[@dc2979]

I got the short bed. Apart from keeping some gear locked in the bed under a hard tonneau cover, I don't use the bed for hauling much. I use my truck to pull a Jeep on a car hauler trailer a few times a year to do some off-roading. My initial impression of the 6.2 is very positive; lots of power. I'm really hoping this 8 speed transmission doesn't have the same issues my 16' had.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

cool. that is the current plan for both Curt and me when we replace our Denalis. Thanks!

[@pipedesigner]

My 2017 Sierra Denali 8 speed transmission broke only after 16000 miles. It took the dealership over a month to replace the transmission. Thinking about buying an f150 instead.

[@deborahecklund6793]

Forget the convertible. I'll take the truck! Any day. Minor problems, in my book. The Denali is a great truck. I'm in the market to buy a used 2020-2022. Love! It!

[@thegonz7833]

Coming from a GM loyalist,you did over sell the HWY mileage,you said 28 mpg for certain stretch of road for a few miles,real hwy mileage on a good day for a period of time would be 22mpg.Maybe a touch better likely a bit less.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Wooahhh... that was an actual demonstration of mixed traffic, 20ish mile drive to my office at the front end of rush hour traffic at the speed limit. I could repeat that performance every day. Realistically, on a hwy, I get 24-25. I average around 22-23 with everyday driving. If I’m driving a little aggressively... tha estimate goes to crap however.

[@chicagokush]

Love these great color choice also !

[@doodar21]

I would think based on the price and purpose of this truck that Gas milage would not even be a consideration.

[@rickpatterson756]

Hope this helps you guys I had a 2017 GMC Canyon, the transmission was “hunting” as well... The result, gm has the wrong oil in these transmissions those were the words of the service department... They changed the oil and it was back to its usual self it took about a week for the transmission to relearn its self... after that no problems.... I hated the truck after 4 months and traded it for 2018 gmc all terrain! No looking back now this is the truck I’m staying with!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

very interesting... we have a Diesel Canyon lined up in the next month or so!

[@lornebishell4131]

I have a 2017 All terrain 5.3l and 8speed with almost 47000km. I had hard shifts rarely but after the transmission flush last week it’s good.

[@robertjacques6468]

Hello.. just upgraded from the 2013 GMC slt to the 2018 Denali for 45k with 2k miles on . My wife has the 2017 Yukon Denali. I liked the 6.2. Lol

[@priglobalservices2190]

The gas mileage is a little bit surprise to me. Good Work GMC!

[@TryRickPayton]

This was a nice video my friend just bought a 2018 Denali. I kinda was asking a few questions why not just buy the GMC Sierra ? It would be the same truck. Well that’s him .

[@grbst1]

The Apple Car Play is probably an issue with the Apple app, use Android Auto on my GMC and it works great

[@Fulloctanegarage]

I think you maybe right... we are looking into it . we may do a video on it.

[@Kassiusday]

@George Best , could you please explain a bit further : do you trying to say if the audio -device is an android it works perfectly fine ? ? With the Apple App , coz I had issue has described on the video with a pioneer device , I am looking to buy an android 12,” to set in one of my car .., not sure if sound quality wd be as great ... as with pioneer

[@tnandproud1918]

I have had 2 F150 King Ranch and now currently a Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 and never have owned a GMC. But looking at this Denali and will be trading my Dodge Ram for the Denali

[@kirkdunn1379]

I had a 2020 2500 silverado 6.6 gas and now 5.3l 2021 GMC SIERRA and it amazing how little difference there is on gas mileage....maybe 2 mpg overall.....

[@th3duke1]

I definitely respect your opinion and experience. After owning one of these for about a year now, I definitely prefer the RAM for the ride and fit & finish. This is a 70+K truck, it should be much better...

[@Fulloctanegarage]

We would love to get some time behind the wheel of a Ram just to see what you are talking about! THanks for watching Marc!

[@toddanderson8277]

I noticed your outside temperature was 42 F but you had your A/C on ? Reason for that? You don't buy a truck for good gas mileage but all in all it was a good video.

[@danielkinney6325]

Man I love your video. Just became a Fan . Great job. Did you get the SUB WOOFER with the BOSE SYSTEM?

[@kingTiwana]

awesome review man

[@Fulloctanegarage]

john jay Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@jeffsenecal4168]

great 👍 video. love the trophie! So first world problems are ok to have my freind! Thanks

[@shannonzittlow8462]

Next time your in your garage connect the truck to your home WiFi and check for updates or new downloads available It helped my ZR2 car play performance

[@Fulloctanegarage]

cool... will do

[@beaconterraoneonline]

Use an Apple cable ... not an after market cable (like the one you showed). Curious what GMC says about Apple Play issues.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

J A I have made that switch... did not see an improvement... thanks for commenting!

[@rxonmymind8362]

Appreciate the review. When your wife mentioned the heated seats I had to laugh. What is it about heated seats and wives? My wife loves it on her Lexus is350 convertible. But if I'm an honest man, I like it to when it's 30°. Lol Ram was the first choice but with all the drama of parts falling off the vehicle, diesel issues, and a million recalls etc this GMC has grown on me. I'm gunning for the 2500HD. Thanks for the review 👍.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

You bet!... yes.. those seats are MAN_DAN_TORY! We would like to review a comparable Ram.

[@chadwebb1345]

The new Ram is so appealing due to the rave reviews it’s interior is getting. It has one of the most important features any vehicle can have. A well positioned mile wide armrest. My problem is that it’s exterior styling is so mild and boring. The Denali interiors haven’t lived up to the reputation they have, yet whether we are talking the 18 and older trucks or even the new 19’s, the truck is gorgeous. Also, like others have said, the wife is stunning. Blessed life man.

[@danfletcher1470]

Great video and hot momma! 👏🏻👊🏼

[@kurtistillery82]

"Heavy use" cracked me up. The first gripe was the radio. This isn't a truck, it's a station wagon with less interior space. Most new trucks are grocery getters and useless for people that actually use a truck.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

talking more about mileage. I do own a new construction company and I do usually haul crap around on a regular basis such as HVAC equipment, ductwork etc... not a lot of towing tho. fair comment, it is a 1500, not a larger 2500 or bigger... thanks for watching

[@kurtistillery82]

"haul crap around".... Sounds perfectly normal.

[@franciscocuevasnares5602]

Hola sr esta súper camioneta esta súper hermosa saludos hoy 18 mayo 2019/saludos desde México

[@DS-TRUCKS]

Well get into a comprable F150 for a week?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

DonnaSean we have that comparison on our channel about 6 months ago. Check it out!

[@docrofo2573]

thank you for your review sir. I have a 2018 GMC Sierra SLT thats identical in color to yours. May I ask what made you choose the undercover classic over the elite or other models?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Hey Robert, Thanks for watching! Sure. It is a very strong, reinforced top that we stand on for an elevated video platform. The top is a single piece that wraps over the top lip of the bed so water penetration doesnt happen. it locks which is great because we store stuff for the car trailers in it.The truck can be driven at highway speeds with the top up. It does limit large square objects that extend to the cab end, but it is removable. ( 1 person can do it, but it is a LOT easier with two. We are about to post the installation video in a couple of days. We have already shot it, just got to finish the editing. This is the 3rd Denali pick up that Full Octane has had with this top. Check out our accessory video, it goes into a little more detail. let us know what you end up with!

[@TheTysurfs]

Good review. Using the mirrors might help with backing up 😁

[@juniorj.5108]

I have a ford for work but my GMC is beautiful put black widow venom lol

[@gonzalo3827]

My wife and I are about to have our first baby in 5-6 weeks. I’ve been wanting a truck like this but would it keep the baby comfortable back there? Heat/cooling etc

[@Fulloctanegarage]

yes... its not that there is no air at all, it just takes a bit for it to get to temperature because it is being handled from the front. I just use the remote start to get the process started earlier.

[@FordF-Super]

Yea, I often wondered how our parents and grandparents ever raised us without heated or cooled seats! Stop being so prissy, trust me, your child will know more about raising itself then you will ever, newborns don’t sweat hence they stay warmer than you can when it’s cold, when it’s warm take their cloths off

[@IRONTOSS]

thanks for the review, whats the acceleration? like on that 5.3 v8 , any any delays in between gears? im looking at a 2018 premium plus SLT with same engine.

[@doctube2020]

The 5.3 is good, especially with the close ratio 8 speed automatic. If you can, get a 6.2. Nearly same real world mpg as 5.3 but 420hp and 460tq and the beautiful v8 sound it makes when you press the go pedal! Just make sure the truck you get does NOT have 3:08 gears. You want 3:23 or 3:42 with the 8 speed.

[@leekilgore3728]

@@doctube2020 Can you explain more? Looking to get a 2018 thats still new, would like to know why on that info.

[@doctube2020]

Lee Kilgore The 5.3 is a good engine. I’d buy a 6.2 over a 5.3 if both are offered. There is ALOT more 5.3 avail than 6.2 like 95% of dealer stock is the 5.3. Avoid the 3:08 gear ratio at all costs. The gear ratio is on the window sticker. 3;23 and 3;42 are good ratios for power and economy. Check laurabuickgmc for the lowest new prices on trucks. Brand new trucks are 12 - 16k off MSRP. No BS. I flew in, they picked me up from airport and I was driving my new truck home within a few hours. I still saved thousands vs my local dealer prices and added BS charges.

[@mike1158d]

3:20 highlight of the video

[@Fulloctanegarage]

I looked it up... and I agree.

[@FloridaCoastalGuy]

Yeah Buddy!

[@biz4twobiz463]

My vote goes for 3:40 😉😉

[@azphilip1960]

Great video!

[@peterfoti3608]

Great Video. Where can I see how to use alot of the features at the main screen

[@pikelakekenny1546]

yea there is a difference between 5.3 and the 6.2 i had both and the 6.2 is better on gas

[@J_S_246]

It’s been 6 years… Do you still own it?

[@northlander4370]

my 2019 Ford F150 Lariat is covered in Chrome!!

[@KocaineNWaffles]

Just a heads up the beginning of the video when you pull the trailer in the driveway. The trailer tires locked up.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

lol.... that was a B roll clip we shot demonstrating the brake controller... Good eye Good Sir!

[@devodar2579]

2019 Ram is the only truck that has everything that everyone wants and needs, period. Ram all the way now and I'm a Ford guy until I studied all of these trucks.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

We would love to get a hold of one to do a review.. really not very familiar with them. Thanks for commenting!

[@NapoleonDynamite69]

What specifically makes Ram a Good truck? There is no good all around truck in my opinion, for example frame material, or engine/transmission problems. Which will it be? Look all trucks break down, yes all trucks do eventually and they need to be repaired. Some quicker with less cost, others later with more. Infact i see alot of people simply hearing their engines dying before my drums and they don't care. Whenever i see a truck "rolling coal" it usually happens to be a dodge by the way. So if it's reliable it is gonna be ruining everyone elses day and probably the earth. All trucks Have their upsides or downsides in their own regard. I am yet to say my 6.0 big block black block vortec is the best and I know it'll last me the rest of my life if i wanted to with respectable repair costs. For example if my frame rotted out I can buy a new frame for around 3,000.

[@AndrewPl78]

Yes it is for farming and towing horse trailers (nothing against farmers working hard) But ram looks boring for most of the time and the same model after model( except the last 1500 ‘s) Why every one has to get so personal what they drive it’s a truck.

[@acehigh13]

Devo Dar completely ignorant comment. You do realize not everybody needs or likes what you may need or like...right?? Or are you even dumber than you sound?

[@jimmysapien9961]

Daniel L dumb and dummer- 😀

[@daleschmitt2919]

Thank you.

[@danielf4136]

Its called Active Fuel Management When the system bypasses 4 cylinders

[@hacksawjimthuggin7411]

Odd way to spell fucking garbage

[@MaxximumRage]

only a 5.3L? Bahaha Should have opted for the 6.2L with Max Towering package.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

We are real people with real budgets unfortunately... I would like to get the 6.2 on the next round. As I said before tho, the 5.3 pulls my collector cars and trailers just fine and it beats the Hell outta the Nissan Pathfinder I had b4 as a company truck. Thanks for watching and comment , Justin!

[@hotcoats]

Beautiful...the truck isn't to bad either.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Aweeee.... she said thanks!

[@peterfoti3608]

I just bought a 2018 with 15K miles. The factory manual is terrible, can I watch a video somewhere to learn this truck ??? Thanks

[@richiebasdeo1480]

the electronic steering wheel is awesome

[@saabrailfan310]

Sexy lady 😍😍😍 I love GMC trucks design especially grille. Shame the GMC is not avalaible in Europe. Grettings from the Croatia ;)

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Hvala vam!

[@goldierobinson4319]

Good review

[@Fulloctanegarage]

thanks for watching!

[@adithyaramachandran7427]

Doesn't Sierra Denali come with the auto park assist package ? I'm not used to parking large vehicles, so if I have a truck, I'm probably going for the canyon since its more suited to my size preferences and I don't need auto park assist to help.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

great question... this truck did not and I did not see it on the build page. Honestly, I just bought a pair of Canyons and I have bought a couple of Denalis (I own a construction company... my drive way is not that big...lol) I find the 1500 just as easy to park due to all of the driver assists like the back up camera and the proximity alerts.

[@88500990]

Interesting I didnt know you can get the 5.3 in a denali

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Yep... seems to do the job just fine for normal everyday use.

[@fuckinmetal1982]

curious why you didnt pick up the 6.2L?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

fuckinmetal1982 Availability on the lot, money and really didn’t need it. On hindsite, after seeing Curt’s 6.2, I think I may go that direction next time just for a little more towing capacity. Thanks for watching , Fuckin!.. (lol...ok, I’m laughing a little at the moment)

[@RockstargamesgtavI]

I just bought a sold my 18 1500 GMC for 6.7 2020 limited so much nicer conpare to gm trucks and cars. The new 2021 ram limited is my dream truck going trade the ford next year.

[@Tillermen1016]

Some of these reviews are the problem of getting the lower model Denali..and not fully loaded so

[@FLAman-jq6rx]

Does it have radar-guided cruise control or adaptive cruise control

[@Fulloctanegarage]

neither... front cameras for accident avoidance but no interation with the accelerator

[@Z062003]

It would be nice if they still had 4 wheel steering like the original Sierra Denali.

[@dylanchalmers6231]

+Full Octane Garage The Denali and the Silverado High country are both basically luxury trucks

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Dylan Chalmers we agree.

[@dylanchalmers6231]

+Full Octane Garage both trucks for 2019 will be bigger and better than the current generation

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Dylan Chalmers We are really looking forward to get our hands on both!

[@dylanchalmers6231]

+Full Octane Garage the new trim level for the silverado is the lt z71 trailboss

[@thegonz7833]

A car guy that didnt go for the 6.2 wow and 80% of the Denali's are 6.2

[@Fulloctanegarage]

A company truck. A fiscally responsible truck decision. I wrote a check for 2 on the same day and I had no corporate use for the 6.2, which I of course would have taken , as a car guy.... I was just taking care of the entity that just bought me a Denali to drive the crap outta. Is that fair?

[@thegonz7833]

I get it ,but resale has to be a consideration on the back end,and if you are the writing the checks and its your company hell step it up

[@Fulloctanegarage]

lol... Im the VP.. not the President... yet... hell, my last company truck was a Nissan Pathfinder so Im smiling anyway. Curt did exactly as you recommended and bought the 2018 6.2. I put around 35K a year on this truck and we usually trade around 100K so......... 6.2 it is for the next round. Got to admit tho, except for a little acceleration, this truck has done everything I have asked of it, including pulling my 18ft enclosed trailer and some of my show cars for over 3K miles in the past year. but.. you are right. check out our review of Curts 2018 6.2, it is a better truck. Thanks for watching AND commenting!

[@thegonz7833]

5.3 will do it fine the 6.2 does it more fun.Your trade is rock n roll across the land,in 2007 and up you had be be glad to have a company car let alone Pathfinder.So keep getting stuff to go vertical and enjoy these new glory years.cheers!

[@EZ-nc8fr]

Is the the truck a six seater or a 5?

[@vilsan.r.9875]

Ford add before gmc demo vid?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

KZbin auctions the ads to the highest bidder.. when you think about it.. it makes sense for Ford to place ads on reviews involving their competitors

[@ancientevil8044]

Really hard to watch the whole video with all the ah/um's you kept saying, sometimes even back to back. I lost count at 300...

[@Fulloctanegarage]

ANCIENT EVIL lol... thanks for the comment. Apparently, I am the weak link. You are not the 1st one to point it out... I’ll work on it!

[@ctg18158]

What splash guards do you have ?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Libertarian 4 Ever weather tech.... check our channel.. we just posted an installation video on them. Super easy!

[@brad346326]

I really like gmc but I tested a F-150 And yet me tell you gmc is behind the time No adaptive until 2020 no rain sounds wipers Need a key lol no passive entry and the list goes on

[@paulmessinger5590]

I'm in the market for an enclosed trailer for my motorcycle. What brand is your trailer?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Hey Paul! This trailer was manufactured by Husky Cargo and is 8x18 with a V nose. It is about 5 years old and still going strong. of course, for motorcyles you could use a much smaller trailer. Thanks for watching!

[@peytonlawhon8111]

What year is your Sierra?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Peyton Lawhon 2017. We also have a 2018 we have reviewed in another video

[@AdamOutlaw87]

I have a 2017 denali and it has heated and cooled seats wonder why yours dont also mine has dvd players in the headrest

[@Fulloctanegarage]

So you have heated and cooled rear seats? They did not come stock in the rear, only in the front as ours did.

[@AdamOutlaw87]

@@Fulloctanegarage yes sir i have them in mine a 2017 i thought it was standard i remember the day i bought the truck i was looking at 3 that day and they all had them so i was wondering why yours did not and thought it was odd. It is a late production year 2017 i can show pics if your struggling. Im considering getting a 21 denali until i seen how cheaply made the interior is and how its 10 years behind ford and dodge. Love the outside of the new Denali but the inside feels like my 2009 silverado ltz i had just need gm to upgrade the interior allready its way past time. Get rid of the column shifter allready and make better seats there seats are cardboard and cheap plastic looking headliner and outer edges of the seats are cheap and the rinky dink radio screen and man i hate how the console is raised up on the center console box and then the middle and front half drop way down then the radio so far up away from it making it look like its a stripped down model and its the freaking ultimate for crying out loud anyway hey they made a tailgate for it though thats okay i guess but then made the bed small big enough to haul 3 gallons of milk and a can or two of beans plus jacked the price up on it but hey we the consumer justify that price for them with there Mexico made truck by running in the stealership and paying them so were rewarding them for there lazy asses for having a 2021 truck that looks like a 1993 on the inside with some more buttons to push and then i dont even want to get started on there afm motor junk that goes out and half the gm owners out there have had to suffer through afm lifter issues because of gm and there wonderfull creative idea to sell us a v8 that 70% of the time is a 4 banger sorry for ranting im just at the end of my rope with gm today

[@jlee6206]

6.2 8sp 323 gears is good but only AFTER a good tune, cylinder deactivation DEACTIVATED. Pulled the trigger on a 2018 Denali Ultimate. 22's with the magnaride suspension isn't for me. I'm in the Philadelphia PA area and pot holes and winter can make for challenging road conditions. I'm selling the Denali and going back to an SLT Premium All Terrain 6.2 with Z71 suspension. I would recommend going with the full size standard bed if considering the Denali model and stay away from the 22's, stick to the standard 20' wheels and tires. The 5'8 short bed is just about useless.

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Thanks for watching... I went with the 20"s after hearing the same thing about the ride. Curt moved to the 6.2 on his 2018 he just bought. I think the bed length is situational... we drive in town and have to deal with little parking spots so the 5.8 works for us but we have have definitely had "bed envy" issues at times when load the bed with stuff!. Great comments!

[@edwardjackson3952]

You telling me you spend that kind of money you can get heated seats in the back you can't get air ducts for the back what they call that truck the denali the top of the line that sounds like a rip off GMC get it together

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Edward Jackson Can’t argue that... there are rumors that may be addressed in the 2019 model year.

[@NapoleonDynamite69]

Full Octane Garage Um, dude you have a crew cab!!! who needs air vents when you have air. From outside? I have been on 8+ hour non stop road trips on a heat wave with no AC. In an Extended cab! You've got an anamazing truck. Most people only dream of trucks like these.

[@karlschauff7989]

Yep more back seat space in the crew cab and rear vents for 2019. The 6.2 trucks will have the 10-speed too.

[@amprg]

All 2019 Silverado and Serra have vents in the back.

[@anonymous_friend]

play the video at ahhh 1.5x ahh haha

[@nirmal6632]

No heated seats?!?!

[@Fulloctanegarage]

it has heated seats in the front only

[@cjr.5028]

but it does have heated seats

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Yes... in the front seats only. Check out the 2019 Denali video we just posted... they have added that and more the back seats! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHW8lHaEaaeamLc

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

Are you an Architect?

[@Fulloctanegarage]

nope HVAC contractor

[@rjon5624]

For what that truck cost it should have ALL the amenities...GMC needs to stop skimping on extras! Also...the trucks ain't worth what they cost...period!

[@roberthaslam4433]

let's see more of your wife

[@Fulloctanegarage]

Robert Haslam and all this time I thought it was my awesome self that brought everyone back!

[@jimmysapien9961]

Haaaa. I don’t have a Trophy 🤔 glad I don’t- single 👍🏻

[@willwin43]

Show some fuckin respect to the man and his lady. What’s wrong with you people

[@Brucev7]

@@willwin43 Amen

[@wasichuwacanta7010]

42 degrees out, the seats are on high heat, rear defroster is on, and the a/c is on; huh?!