Is the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali BEST bought with the Duramax diesel?

The GMC 1500 has received some major upgrades. It has gone through a redesign and the addition of an innovative tailgate. Now you can get the Sierra 1500 Denali with a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged diesel mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Going the Denali route takes the exterior styling to the next level with chrome, including special wheels. On the inside you will find an upgraded interior, tons of space and unique technology. Is the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali BEST bought with the Duramax diesel?
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[@alexandroescontrias9398]

I have this truck in grey. I absolutely love it! And it does reach 30mpg highway and even more if you don't have a lead foot. I'm getting about 600 miles to the tank, which is only 22 gallons.

[@mariowhyte2816]

Bruh!!!! Last time I clicked on a notification this fast I broke my phone screen😂😂😂😂😂 GMC brought the business with this redesign here!!! Look at this thing! Just look at it! That grille is in your face! The chrome eeeeeeverywheeeerrrre! The interior upgrade...still needs some work in there, but still...I think it needs the interior from the Tahoe.. that would be nice!That multipro tailgate! And it's a turbo diesel!🤯🤯🤯 Come on! Onnnnn throttle! 👍🏼🚚💨💨💨💨💨💨

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad you are digging this one!

[@heyjoejp]

Just saw one today. My boss got one. 5 days old. Absolutely straight fiya 🔥

[@mustang9549]

Put that large screen in this truck like the ram and I’m sold. I love the exterior look of the Newer GMC’s both Denali and AT4 😍

[@jorgefelixmarinvaillant2093]

My God, it looks so confortable and attractive to get the whole family inside it and just to drive along the coastline! Wooooow!

[@kevinpytlinski1862]

Great job going through all the camera angles Joe! Especially shutting your door to get a better shot of the system ;) Features like that are super cool with such a big truck!

[@LS1007]

The Denali’s are great trucks. I wouldn’t get a diesel unless I towed a lot. Nowadays diesel cost more than gas. Well done Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you and you are so right!

[@diamondforlife2068]

I agree with you guys but the duramax diesel has better resale value.

[@ROFLWAFFLE1911]

It also gets 10mpg more. It’s much cheaper to own fuel economy wise.

[@james2042]

Fun fact, the areodynamics of the controversially styled Silverado really shine with the Duramax because the GMC team actively chose design over fuel economy, considering the very notable increase in fuel economy from Chevy, despite the two trucks rolling off the same line. People forget just how much the actual vehicle the engine is tied to also contributes to fuel economy. Great example is how the 6.2 with old AFM gets 27 mpg highway in the Camaro but the new one with DFM in the Silverado gets 20.

[@landonsnowberger8199]

Mr. Joe I really love your style of reviews sir. I always look forward to your reviews.

[@RaitisRides]

That means a lot Landon!

[@michaelhatfield5808]

Where my fellow GMC owners at 👋

[@RaitisRides]

😎👍🏻

[@victordasilva5255]

Michael Hatfield our AC company has 2

[@IKhanNot]

At the shop.

[@noahmcclure2515]

IKhan 😂😂😂 so not true but that timing made it that much better

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Shoutout from TAT Express out of Hutchins, TX

[@ericmings]

Once above 60 grand it's Raptor for me

[@RaitisRides]

Can’t agree more with you!

[@ericmings]

@Nate Harris clearly you have never been behind the wheel of a Raptor...i have that truck is awesome

[@davidleeosbourne2727]

Eric it is a awesome truck. But any company that circles their problems from the start ,ican’t trust

[@ericmings]

@@davidleeosbourne2727 I think you're going to find problems with every manufacturer if you look hard enough

[@LilMustang1220]

I agree

[@SparkWater]

64k k You might as well go HD 2500 or 3500 especially if you need a Duramax diesel engine

[@RaitisRides]

This is true, but it is a Denali trim.

[@lgmisfit10]

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[@donaldoc]

Though I'm not sure about the Diesel, up here in the cold country of Michigan... It's an iconic GMC truck, it has the Denali trim, 4WD, and it's in Black and Chrome! "SOLD"!! Zonk, for the dated interior, so I'd most likely wait for the 2021! However, once again from GM(C), a great truck for the money! Thanks for sharing this one, Joe! 🏁🏁

[@mystictk4149]

Second I saw this I knew I’d love it.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like thi sone.

[@mystictk4149]

Raiti's Rides When ever do I not lol.

[@IKhanNot]

Joe you're doing an insanely good job at delivering the goods.

[@chrisholland2016]

Didn't even know they added the 10 speed on that 3.0 Duramax. That's awesome even better on fuel mileage too.

[@keithb7240]

Dam Joe you look like you in good shape climbing in and out of the back 😂

[@MrGoodH]

9:44 made me stop what I was doing and like this video😂

[@alejandrozuniga4426]

depends on what you are planning to use it for, however if i was to buy a brand new truck i wouldnt put it to work lol it would be driven only on weekends lol

[@RaitisRides]

Especially the Denali trim!

[@alejandrozuniga4426]

yeah i would hate myself giving that truck a single scratch on the paint!! let alone rip the seats or god knows what can happen lol

[@RaitisRides]

Alejandro Zuniga I feel your pain!

[@robertyoung8289]

Hey Joe please review the white work truck in the back ground.

[@reynaldocordero4247]

I so want a Sierra. I actually went Sunday to the GMC dealership here in Columbus Georgia. I looked at a Sierra 1500 SLT with the X31 off road package in Red. Its a pretty darn good looking truck. It had the 5.3 litter V8. Oh how I want it.

[@fasteddieb4742]

Unfortunately I can't find anything here in Georgia or for that fact in the country that fits my build and since it can't be ordered I'll have to go back to Ram. Good luck GM, only building only Corvettes must be the answer.

[@reynaldocordero4247]

@@fasteddieb4742 Well we are still in a pandemic. Before I got to the GMC car lot. I rode by the Toyota dealership. There were basically nothing on the car lot. No cars, trucks, or suvs. We are in a pandemic and it has affected everyone.

[@fasteddieb4742]

@@reynaldocordero4247 Just noticed that the 2021 Colorado and 2021 Canyon build pages went live (very limited usability) today. I wonder why they bother with that if they're unable to be ordered. I realize that we are still in the pandemic and will be for another year. I just question how long these companies can last without producing.

[@reynaldocordero4247]

@@fasteddieb4742 I don't even know. I work in a KIA warehouse. Some weeks ago. KIA reduced their work schedule to only two shifts. Now they are back running three shifts now. I'm as confused as you. We supposed to be in a pandemic. There are a lot of people still out of work. I'm like how and who buying these cars.

[@koredade1]

Love the watch Joe, matches with all the bling of the truck, I got one of those watches myself

[@heyevanletsgo3911]

I have the 2020 gmc sierra denali 6.2L 👍 love the truck but the interior is outdated especially the screen lol

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing some of your ownership experience.

[@TaillightSolution]

Yea but the industry’s only 15” heads up display is one of the main reasons I bought this truck. It definitely compensates for the smaller infotainment screen.

[@lgmisfit10]

imo they should start taking notes from Ram and add their touch to it 👍 my trail boss is on the same boat

[@TaillightSolution]

lgmisfit10 ... I do love the heads up display in my Denali. That definitely compensates for the lack of a “Ram Like” interior. Now if Ram started using heads up displays I may have to take a look.

[@carsandcoffee4546]

That's how it's needs to stay. You don't need all that junk in a truck. As long as it drives and is able to haul and tow things it's a truck. Not some fancy junk you don't need.

[@LeadfootLou]

Nice truck. I’m not a truck Dude but if I was I’d consider this one. Nice review Mr. Raiti!!! 👍

[@toddclark332]

Thanks Joe nice ride we like the diesel is hope it pulls good thanks Joe have a great night you and your wife

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate Todd! Thanks for your great support!

[@osgabriel20]

We want GMC Yukon AT4 or Denali 2021 love that one. This one is cool and splendid but honestly Ford F 150 2021 will remain the truck of choice all time no offense Joe thank you lovely video. I am into this great truck

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Omar! As soon as they hit the dealership I will get my hands on the new Yukon!

[@osgabriel20]

We love you Joe and your presentation are really amazing perfetto. Grazie Mille!

[@johnholst]

Nice video Joe! I really like this truck. I just don't see why anyone would buy it over the Ford or Ram.

[@davidleeosbourne2727]

Ford rides are meh..... and ram has tons of shop time. I know I own a ram😔 that’s why I looking at the Sierra

[@johnholst]

@@davidleeosbourne2727 Sorry bro! It's not like any of these trucks are bad. Happy shopping!

[@mhsvz6735]

Yes, keep the truck reviews coming. Thank you.

[@RaitisRides]

You got it!

[@3RB911]

Thanks for this great report, you have been awesome in marketing. GMC ... I love you 🌸

[@tlantokb6327]

I like this truck especially that it has a bed camera

[@jackmcconnell6603]

Very clean truck. Worth the 64k

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@sukhs1317]

Styling is unbeatable.

[@noahmcclure2515]

If you could combine this exterior, and powertrain with the RAM interior, you’d have a perfect truck. However, if they put the yukon interior in, that’s a hands down winner for me.

[@Greggory1987]

Hey Joe, I wonder how this would look and work as an EV?

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED

[@frankb.1546]

Joe, you didn’t zonk the position of the cup holders in the rear armrest. I know you like them the other way. I was waiting for it.

[@RaitisRides]

There was a lot of real estate for your arm though.

[@narcissone8165]

perfect. all my life i wait for this.

[@doolittlegeorge]

Ford has thrown down with an actual work truck. The Truck Wars are alive and well. Time for GM and Dodge to man up. Huge premiums on these Diesels.

[@davesemrau3795]

For the Sierra mid-cycle refresh, GM is redoing the instrument panel on this and the Chevy models due to the superior Ram interiors..Should be 2022 model year.

[@stefboulas]

Thanks for posting Joe!

[@mikeferris8600]

Are you ever going to test a 2021 GMC 1500 Denali 4 x 4 5.3L crew cab truck

[@Cedarsunrun]

The Denali interior is literally identical to my 2020 Silverado RST

[@sugarrayd.gregory5168]

Looking good with the fresh haircut Joe..

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that!

[@stellantistom6881]

Arrived 🏁🏁🏁

[@RaitisRides]

Two for two!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides ;D

[@RaitisRides]

@@stellantistom6881 You da man!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides 🔥❤😎

[@lgmisfit10]

11:03 bro 😂

[@mshmsh813]

I love your reviews and I am subscribed to your channel but can you try to spend lesser time reviewing the front design of every vehicle? Again love your reviews and the amount of the videos you post! Keep it up

[@mshmsh813]

16 Pilot AEM 9AT hahaha I love twinkies

[@qrs_complex7431]

Hope he reviews 2015/2017 Jaguar XF 35t R-Sport, thinking about that one

[@aakashbhaskar6263]

That's king of the road

[@mattagui5718]

Nice GMC history buddy

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

If you like Chrome you will love the Denali😁😁😁 thumbs up Brother..😁

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks big guy!

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@RaitisRides you need to do a review on my new truck one day soon😁

[@AustinC2838]

So funny man I always notice your comments on a lot of the videos I watch! Great truck loving minds think alike eh

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@AustinC2838 😁

[@robertyoung8289]

Hello? It's the 80's calling. They want there chrome back.

[@aakashbhaskar6263]

I love gmc I love this truck

[@Pierre.P4]

Love the look of the Sierra, but GM just fell way behind on interiors. Not good 2 years into the redesign.

[@PimpSolja49]

Is GMC better than Ford and Dodge when it comes to trucks?

[@Nathan_03]

Review the Silverado and the Sierra side by side

[@erikgonzalez2278]

These Florida drivers wow! Not as bad as here ub the Bay area CA!

[@LilMustang1220]

Nice Sierra 😍💓 n keep the great videos comin

[@richardmorris7063]

I was thinking over70k.beautiful truck!

[@orlandolantaca5288]

awesome review

[@Akaya3511]

LongHorn interior is just so much nicer.

[@kylegomez7609]

100% agree I was deciding between the Denali or the Laramie and once I saw the ram it was a no brainer

[@colinmarshall3301]

Lipstick on a pig...

[@CarringtonHollister]

@@kylegomez7609 King Ranch interior beats both of these by a country mile.

[@stellantistom6881]

Hello Joe. I'm not really digging on the wheels of this thing. :(

[@RaitisRides]

Yeah the Denali is an interesting trim!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides Oh for sure

[@RaitisRides]

@@stellantistom6881 Bling Bling

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides lol

[@RaitisRides]

Mopar Tom 😂👍🏻

[@fillup316]

Wait a minute for 64 grand Denali trim and 4 wheel drive ain't even standard?

[@mattagui5718]

Nice review my dude but at the end of the day I take the F150 my brother

[@MrAmor-wh1rm]

What kind of tires are those?

[@jstragland]

Great looking truck. The interior needs an important upgrade as ford has shown with the new F-150, they are determined to keep their moneymaker at #1. I need GM to really get together on their interior choices. From Cadillac to Chevrolet they all need intense makeovers. When Kia is making interiors better than your 64K priced vehicles, you are on the toilet rim circling last nights Taco Bell....

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing you thoughts on this one.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

What’s the 0-62 time?

[@markday6524]

That truck needs more chrome. Remind me of 1958 when chrome was king.

[@ghost-wt8qe]

Which do you think looks better AT4 GMC or trail boss???

[@fasteddieb4742]

I like how you used "Witch" instead of "which". It kind of goes with the "ghost" moniker. Seriously though, I think that I like the all black wheels on the LT Trail Boss, but the AT4 can have ventilated seats (important here in southern Georgia), surround vision cameras, heads up display and slightly larger wheels/tires. Yes there is a $6500 difference in the MSRP, but when you're putting out this much money, get what you want or maybe regret what you got.

[@ghost-wt8qe]

Fast Eddie B true! Get it and regret it!

[@donovanevans3019]

That engine reminds me of some of the trucks from gta 5

[@Javier03Li]

I wish the interior was as good as the exterior

[@langstonreese7077]

3:22 I DON’T LIKE THE FLAT BLACK EITHER!

[@RaitisRides]

Great minds man!

[@LilMustang1220]

It's ugly on it

[@jjayallan]

Please compare that to the Dodge Ram 1500

[@RaitisRides]

Will do!

[@jaypatel7424]

Sup Joe. Sorry I'm 1 hour late I was doing stuff.

[@ronaldaiello6450]

Do not buy a Truck right now unless you need one. Supply is thin and prices are crazy. A car on the other hand is a different story..dealerships are giving them away.

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Your exactly Wrong.

[@wrzl1675]

The problem is that people are confusing this 2.8L/ 3.0LDuramax ( Fiat ) with the superior quality 6.6L Duramax ( Isuzu )

[@rmcgrevey]

convincing the American public to buy this Italian motor is a travesty

[@고등어-o5t]

Selective Catalyst Reduction ?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes sir

[@robertovallejo20]

Is 86k miles too much miles for this truck?

[@watchmanexpert]

No

[@mattagui5718]

Hey my brother checking in

[@elbarto4394]

Florida drivers are just like New York drivers and some are both. Lol

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED

[@brianaustin6184]

Chevy/gmc are way behind my 2014 f250 ling ranch has almost everything that has just not the “new” body style,definitely not seeing $64,000.

[@dinobot_maximize]

Pretty dang innovative truck and diesel is macho and built for work. Too much chrome. ..Just wonder how reliable it all is. Is it made in Mexico? Might be a good idea to add to your routine to mention where they're assembled, Mexico isn't good. You want to see u.s or canada. Coulda used a startup review just with window rolled down if nothing else unless there is nothing noteworthy about its startup lol.

[@miguelircontar]

Ford has entered and left the chat room Have you not seen the interior of the 2021 F150

[@RaitisRides]

Oh trust me I have!

[@kamausamuel9172]

Too bad we do not have these in Kenya

[@MansaX]

I want one so damn bad! Once I pay off my Camaro I'm getting one bc I'm not trading in my baby

[@watchmanexpert]

Did u bought the truck ?

[@cptophers4626]

You'll get shanked when you buy this!

[@RaitisRides]

Lmao!😂👍🏻

[@frankb.1546]

Man I’m really not liking the dash. The font Looks too plain

[@robertoling7708]

I would buy a Ram 1500 longhorn over a Sierra Denali. For me, the Ram look better outside/inside and the interior feel more refined and sumptuous than the Denali for that price. For me, the Sierra Denali has the syndrome of looking too "chromy" on the outside, and when you step inside look to "dark, boring and outdated"! Ford and Ram’s luxury trucks and even the Platinum Reserve Nissan Titan are both (especially the Ram) designed with better taste than the Denali. This truck is only from 2019 and it’s already look dated, the Ram in comparison is also from 2019 and unlike his rival he looks as good as new! Even the previous Ram generation still look great even today! That’s my opinion.

[@rogerlindsay3544]

👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@s.i8977]

If it’s not a 2500 at least forget it for work. The bed is tiny.

[@fasteddieb4742]

If you get the standard size bed (79.44") you can put the tailgate down, load 4x8 sheets of plywood/drywall and use the step on the gate to insure not losing the load. I do agree with you that a 3/4+ ton pick up with an eight foot bed is a proper work truck and skip the fancy trim.

[@michaels7984]

Can haul a fridge or commercial oven. Not everyone needs the same size bed.

[@GarrettWorcester]

I saw a salesman attempting to demonstrate the "Origami Tailgate" to a potential customer while I was stopped at a traffic light. I just shook my head and said to myself, "What was GMC thinking?" EDIT: That's not to say that I wouldn't buy a GMC Sierra Denali *without* the Origami Tailgate. They are beautiful trucks, indeed, but the interior/dashboard is outdated... still.

[@michaels7984]

The tailgate is awesome, I use it all the time, makes things a lot easier.

[@GarrettWorcester]

@@michaels7984 I *suppose* I could live with it if I had no other option, 😂

[@hitwondatalkditingdem]

👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿

[@Djonemore]

65k with manual tilt and telescope steering wheel? I'd expect that on top trims, not a Denali

[@cordellroberson532]

no power pedals either. also no longer 12 way seats. the adjustments are the same for all the models with power seats.

[@ahheek7922]

Gmc 2500 hd at4

[@bryanspencer7916]

There’s only one problem I’m poor as hell.

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand that feeling!

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

The front of that truck is the definition of excess

[@jelliesells8619]

This power train is just too risky in this first round. There are way too many problems being reported. Time will tell.

[@beastfromtheeast9318]

I rather have a Nissan Titan. GM trucks have cracking dashboard problems

[@AdamOutlaw87]

Cost as much as a motorhome

[@rickroel4994]

Yuck. So much chrome.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED

[@mikevee6992]

Outdated !!!

[@أصيلالدرعانالخالدي]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for watching!

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