New 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 All Terrain Review: Did GM's long overdue revamp meet expectations?

GM took their time revamping their bread and butter, the Sierra and Silverado 1/2 ton trucks. Given such a long period between products, did they let us down?
Join me as I look at the new 2014 GMC Sierra in real world driving.
Jump in as I give my personal, UNSCRIPTED, amatuer review. We'll look at fuel economy, power, interior ergonomics, space and the what its like to use the Sierra day in and day out..
thanks for watching.
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-Greg

[@jamesdebow2660]

Love my 2014 GMC Sierra!

[@mikem2253]

I'm personally a fan of the carbon fiber. It's nice to see trims that don't force you to have old man wood.

[@davidparisi4980]

I'm an old man,,,I'll take the wood grain.

[@AmB39]

This is a great review. Especially for 9 years ago. Well done. Picking my 2014 sierra tomorrow. I’m excited.

[@stus1171]

Great job Greg! The new graphics and camera angles have taken your videos to another level. Keep up the good work!

[@Supermanjam32]

Thank you very helpful. Got one in the driveway they let me take home for the night. Pointed out a lot of things i didn't know. great job.

[@redphone1]

high five, man! Just bought myself a 2014 and your vid helped me get there!

[@user-dk8dy9nj7c]

Love my 2014 GMC!! No problems

[@nathanjonesmusic]

Probably the most informative and thorough auto reviews on youtube. Might throw in a quick 0-60 on your vids, that'd make them complete.

[@gcavy1]

Nathan Jones I've done a few 0-60ish shots before...one thing though is that most of the cars I drive have very few miles on them, and haven't been sufficiently broken in yet, so I try not to flog them too much. Thanks for watching! -Greg

[@Limitless1717]

Great review Greg! Really appreciate you taking the time to do this review. My decision just became more difficult. I was essentially sold on buying a new RAM 1500 Sport, but now I see I need to give this machine a test drive first. Thanks again!

[@scottwilkins]

#1 review of this truck I've seen so far. Great job!

[@dpajc056]

I just wanna say you are by far the best reviewer I have seen online to date. Your reviews are detailed, "real", and interesting. Lol, I guess the reason I like 'em is because we have similar opinions on the industry trends and tastes. Thumbs up!

[@gcavy1]

***** Smart man! ;)

[@lmn222002]

Good review and you weren't as annoying as "The Fast Lane Truck" channel....Good job sir!

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching. Much appreciated. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

Well, I'm pretty aware that I'm not particularly funny, so I don't try to be! thanks. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching, I appreciate it! -Greg

[@seanjanssen7071]

Ya I find that they can be a little bias, especially when they compare other trucks to fords ecoboost.

[@clock959]

dude, i love ur reviews!!! i just wish u would do more! right now this is the best most in depth review of the 2014 sierra on all of youtube...i have seen all of them. i wish u would review a 2014 silverado too (if they send u one of course...). :-D

[@evolusd]

Miss your reviews - always a favorite reviewer!

[@gcavy1]

thanks. I'm still considering starting to drive some new stuff again and make more videos, your encouragement certainly helps!

[@ImFahd]

dude your reviews are awesome !

[@George-on3zm]

great video..love the truck..im about to possibly go buy a 14

[@woodypeoples]

Great video. One of the most informative reviews I have seen.

[@gcavy1]

thanks! I appreciate the support and thanks for watching. -Greg

[@ramiroamaro6091]

I was referring to the truck but the review was perfect as well keep up the good work Greg! -Ram

[@srouse82]

Great video. Thanks for the focus on the interior that is few

[@ChevySS1968]

Nicely done, thanks for posting the vid

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching! -Greg

[@BradWoodbury]

Just bought one... SLT Crew Cab all options... Has a healthy sticker price, but....LOVE THIS TRUCK!!! Head and Shoulders above all the others out there...

[@gcavy1]

thanks for sharing (and watching!) -Greg

[@willeyedful]

Thanks for putting this stuff together. Intelligent and insightful.

[@gcavy1]

Nat F Thanks for watching. I appreciate the support. -Greg

[@pol1970]

Another excellent review!

[@gcavy1]

thanks a lot, appreciate the support! -Greg

[@gcavy1]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. -Greg

[@TheUndergroundAce]

This truck is very nice. Great review. Keep em coming bud.

[@gcavy1]

You're right, they are pricey. That's likely when I'd own too...several years from now! Thanks for checking it out. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

much appreciated! I'm excited for the revamped Tahoe/Yukon as well. Thanks as always. -Greg

[@ckjcrimjus84]

Great review

[@Sig721Tau]

But I must say you DID talk more about this truck & its features in lengthy detail than other reviewers. Thanks for the info...

[@mustangcrb09]

Outstanding review, MotorTrend should hire you.

[@gcavy1]

Thanks! I'm just doing my thing. This being a side gig from my full time job (teacher, and school just started!) and doing all of the shooting, hosting and editing myself, they take awhile. I'm going to try and keep on it as best as I can! thanks again. -Greg

[@trviideoman]

great review

[@gcavy1]

I'm not going to respond to all of your comments. But thanks for stopping by and being honest. I can't please everyone! -Greg

[@brorowcarwiz]

Unbelievable review Greg. It's a fantastic new truck. We have a 2013 Tahoe Z71, and to say the least, I'm looking forward to the new one.

[@jac350bike]

Great truck. Great commentary!

[@createbad]

Awesome video man. I think I might wait a while till one comes up used or dealers do better to price drops.

[@gcavy1]

thanks so much! -Greg

[@gcavy1]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate you noticing. While I can't compete with MotorTrend, Drive or other high dollar media groups, I'm trying at least to make sure I have a level of quality that does the vehicles I drive justice. Thanks a lot! -Greg

[@Free2shred00]

Very good review. I'm 6'3" and I can still do what you did and sit "behind" myself in the back seat and still have a lot of room. I owned a '12 and it was impossible in that truck. They have an SLT+ package for the all-terrain that is much more premium without that much more of a price tag too. Mine was only around 500 bucks more than the one you were driving and the only thing that one had that mine didn't was navigation in the Intellilink. I have plenty more than that truck though : D

[@gcavy1]

It was definitely a nice truck...out of my price range! thanks for watching. -Greg

[@lensman1]

Curious how you found the transmission feel? Any hesitation in mid gear quick acceleration? Found the Canyon to take a second or so to realize i've floored it only to have basic acceleration with very minimal torque. The dropped cylinder tech makes me wonder if it's too slow to re-engage back into full V8 at times. Would love to hear owner's experiences. I've just bought a Tundra and wondering if I made the wrong choice...?

[@gcavy1]

Wow, thanks for the compliment. Let them know for me will ya!? thanks for checking it out. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

thanks for sharing! -Greg

[@CYQT]

Great review. Great truck. A few clues gave it away that truck is a SLE A/T. Diffidently a truck to drool about, but the SLT A/T or even the SLT A/T PLUS are even more amazing. GM perfected this one !!!

[@gcavy1]

I appreciate it. -Greg

[@thashoeboy]

Best review ever.

[@gcavy1]

thanks for chiming in. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

thanks! -Greg

[@gcavy1]

I suppose you liked it then!? Thanks for watching. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

thanks so much! I really appreciate the support. thanks for watching. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

Thanks, I appreciate it. Frankly, they're both great trucks. I was not able to drive the new V6 in the GMC, but it would be interesting to compare that to the 3.7-8speed combo I drove in a Ram 1500 earlier this year. (jump over to my channel to find that video) thanks for watching. -Greg

[@DanteLegacyGaming]

Looking into purchasing this truck. The dealer is asking for $22,500. Inside and out in excellent condition and has 105,200 miles on it. Is it worth the price asked?

[@gcavy1]

Z71 is the suspension setup, All-Terrain is the combination of suspension, wheels, tires, badges, etc...

[@gcavy1]

thanks for checking it out! -Greg

[@danhuls3994]

nice job btw

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching! -Greg

[@gigiandthemelody1723]

Just both one today ❤️

[@gcavy1]

I'm not exactly sure on that. I've got to assume that you can get a bench with a fold down armrest, but I didn't see any at the dealer. Good question. -Greg

[@Dr_Xyzt]

Cheers from Socorro. I'm glad they kept the Pushrod engine design. From an engineering standpoint, it's a really solid design. My only gripe is that they don't offer the 6.2 liter v8 in the regular cab, short bed configuration.

[@gcavy1]

I'd like too. I'm working with the dealers now to increase the frequency of my test drives. It's definitely on my list! -Greg

[@gcavy1]

seven years is a long time in today's product cycles! thanks for watching! -Greg

[@richardveski3905]

2014 LOADED WITH EVERYTHING, GMC FAN FOREVER, VERY HAPPY WITH MY ALL TERRAIN.

[@gcavy1]

RICHARD VESKI thanks for stopping by! -Greg

[@gcavy1]

great to hear! (spread the word! :) thanks for watching. -Greg

[@jforst779887]

So well said

[@gcavy1]

I'm hoping to! thanks for again. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

The All Terrain name is definitely a bit misleading, but this truck is not meant to be a Raptor competitor. (although there are rumors that GM is working on one) thanks for watching. -Greg

[@bg8b455]

love gmc looking for myself 07-13 model crew cab z71 4x4

[@Sig721Tau]

Great counter-argument, Sir. No pun intended.

[@dgore2]

The issue with the EcoBoost is well documented. There's a good write up on it in the f150ecoboost forum. There's also a class action suit out of Ohio, and the NHTSA has an ongoing investigation of the issues around acceleration problems. Ford has also issued 3 TSB's for issues related to intermittent stumble/misfire on acceleration from highway cruise in humid or damp conditions.

[@gfernatt]

Thank you, for a good review. The Sierra will be my next truck. Raptors and PowerWagons are way cool. Ford and Rams newest offerings are very nice too. However, i'll take refined and evolved any day. Like the others, she is a bit pricey.

[@dgore2]

Everyone's entitled to their own opinion. Not sure where your numbers came from, but as you said, the loan was paid back with interest. In addition, hundreds of thousands of GM employee jobs and employees that depend on GM were saved and those folks are earning decent wages and paying taxes. They're also supporting small businesses throughout the country with those wages they are earning because of the bailout. That's a good thing for the economy and small businesses across the country.

[@gcavy1]

The truck or my review?! ;) thanks for watching. -Greg

[@goldierobinson4319]

Good review I have s 2011 slt 4x4 and ir drives like a cadillac

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching, I appreciate it. Greg

[@gcavy1]

Likewise! Thanks! -Greg

[@zeebinks17]

Here are its issues: 1: Terrible gear ratios 2: cylinder deactivation isn't proven to be worth much on a truck so far 3: Power on their main v8 is still below its competitors I did test drive one for myself and it does have a nice quiet interior, handles better and I liked the addition of the electric power steering but the one I drove was making some weird engine sounds. Interior was very nice though and I hope they make a 6.2l with 3.73 gearing option because I'd buy it.

[@carlosnava2308]

I think the 2014 GMC Sierra is the best looking truck.

[@gcavy1]

I think I'm in agreement! -Greg

[@Industrious420]

My Ford would disagree, but you are entitled to your opinion. ;)

[@gcavy1]

I disagree, GM's had cylinder deactivation for years, its no different than others claiming Ford's EcoBoost is a durability nightmare. Yes, the Tundra will likely prove very reliable, buts its fuel economy is not as good. I'm impressed with what GM has done here. I'm also glad GM is doing well in the market place and 1000's of automotive related jobs still exist. thanks for watching and chiming in, I appreciate it! -Greg

[@andrewf5390]

Nice truck and great review. I traded in my 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 AND 2012 Ram 1500 Express on almost this exact truck. Mine is an SLE with All-Terrain package in dark red with the 5.3 and 3.43 gears. On good pavement it is just as smooth as the Mercedes, not to mention quieter. Ram's coil spring rear suspension is smoother, but not a lot. Sadly, exactly two weeks after purchase I was stopped at a red light and some a-hole in a lifter Hummer H2 rear-ended me causing $7000 in body damage. Fortunately the frame wasn't bent, but the entire bed is being replaced. Hope its the same after repair as before collision.

[@gcavy1]

Andrew F yikes! A Hummer of all vehicles! thanks for chiming in. (good luck with the repairs) -Greg

[@andrewf5390]

Thanks Greg. Should be okay as its only the bed. A unibody vehicle would be a mess.

[@Speldad]

Very insightful review. I bought this exact truck (in black) based partly upon your review. I have been driving mine for 3 months and love it. Many thanks for helping my research into buying the right truck. In addition to the non auto-up on all windows here are my 2 cents not mentioned that might be worth looking at on your next review. Pros: you mentioned them all except the bluetooth connectivity is excellent and front/rear parking sensors are exceptionally accurate. Cons: -the climate control functions like this: 3/4 power blast until you are freezing, then a period of comfort, then the cabin heats up to be almost uncomfortable, followed by another 3/4 blast...rinse, repeat -Navigation routing software is terrible. It will get you there, but almost never the most efficient way. -The computer is slow. Changing audio inputs is painfully slow as is navigation re-routing. Thanks again for the insight into this great truck.

[@gcavy1]

Mike Spelman thanks for sharing your experiences, very helpful. I hope your truck serves you well. thanks again! -Greg

[@jameshobbsjr5185]

Mike Spelman has

[@jaynyash]

help me out i do lots of highway driving what will you recommend btwn this 1014 Durango and GMC 2014 Sierra m/p not an issue to me

[@gcavy1]

This thing is butter on the highway! (disclaimer I have not driven the new Durango yet!) Good luck and thanks for watching. -Greg

[@lmn222002]

Any plans for the 2015 GMC Sierra Denali review?

[@gcavy1]

I'm hoping to get in one. I'll likely try and drive the new Yukon first...perhaps with the monster 6.2! thanks for stopping by. -Greg

[@santiagojimenez547]

Yo me llevaría esta gmc all terrain a México. Pasarla todo andar de vacaciones ahí.

[@5RWill]

I love my 14 sierra but i think GM was very conservative on the transmission. I honestly think you really need a tune to wake the 5.3L up. There are guys with 5.5s 0-60 runs with a tune, CAI, and exhaust. I really hate the delay of acceleration when getting on it. Other than that, so far those are my only gripes.

[@gcavy1]

thanks for watching! -Greg

[@timhiltonsuperstar]

I love the look of this truck. But it will be a while before I will buy one...after 3 yrs. you get the same truck but with depreciation added you bet better value ;)

[@gcavy1]

I just saw almost this exact truck this morning on my way in to work and yes, I was reminded that its a good looking truck! But pricey! thanks for watching. -Greg

[@gcavy1]

that's quite the incentive!

[@drakedavis6286]

2 questions: 1. Would you recommend this truck? Over say a 14 F-150? and If you were me, would you personally waited to buy the new 15 F-150? Im torn in the middle on this decision

[@gcavy1]

yikes, you got me there! I'm not in a position to buy a new truck so I have a hard time answering this for people. Frankly, I think Ford should be rewarded for the work they're putting into weight reduction on the 2015 F150, takes some guts. As a cyclist we're always looking for weight reduction as it increases efficiency, with cars continually getting heavier with every iteration, that's refreshing. Cheers! -Greg

[@hoops6706]

This truck looks good. Review was ok.. I don't get why the reviewers talk up the interior of a truck and then not mentions the payload or towing capacities. It's a TRUCK I need that info to make decisions on how much trailer and payload I can use!

[@275Crimson]

What? No, re read the timeline I posted. My first Z71 was deemed "faulty" by GM, which to their credit they replaced. After experiencing more suspension problems on my 2nd Z71 at around the 30k-40k mark, I made the personal decision to explore my options. I did not like the RAM, opted for the Ford FX4, then Ford redesigned their line in 2011. Got the Ecoboost for the wife and the 5.7 Tundra for myself. "FYI" I have had no issues since leaving the GM consumer club.

[@6SpeedSilverado]

i just got a SLE single cab short bed, love the truck and my biggest complaint was that it is too quiet lol

[@gcavy1]

6SpeedSilverado its definitely a quiet truck...very calming! thanks for chiming in. -Greg

[@danhuls3994]

GM for life

[@gcavy1]

I'm hoping that issue gets avoided! -Greg

[@drchulo76]

So, no more seating for 6 ??

[@TheTxiong71]

I bought a 2013 tundra, love it. But I think the Silverado Z71 looks better...in red.

[@Sig721Tau]

Well said, Sir...well said !!

[@RockstargamesgtavI]

Rams had 8speeds by 2012 and heated and cool front and back seats with bigger screens and better ride then anytruck with air ride.

[@gcavy1]

I'll also chime in that I think the small/midsize segment has really fallen apart. If GM could truly bring a competitive/world class Colorado/Canyon to market, I think it would sell really well. That being said, I wouldn't expect the pricing to be that much more affordable than the full size segment! -Greg

[@xxburt0nxx]

Wow, great review. All of the other reviews on the new sierra are absolutely terrible. Great job with this one, informative, good camera shots, you hit on all the points that a truck owner cares about. Thanks for posting up a quality youtube video! Gonna have to check out some of your other videos after seeing this one! Keep up the good work!

[@gcavy1]

Wow, thanks! Much appreciated. -Greg

[@brorowcarwiz]

Yep you can. Front buckets are an option.

[@ahmedibrahim5929]

Nice review for a nice truck , but i am not sure about it's offraod performance , and i think toyota tundra with 1794 interior would be better , but is it better than the tundra in offraod capability

[@gcavy1]

AHMED Ibrahim Front airdam is a bit low for fuel economy, but fortunately very flexible! thanks for stopping by and spread the word! -Greg