Refreshed 2022 Sierra Elevation 3.0 Duramax Diesel - This is it!

[@BrianMello]

Photos do these new interiors no justice! Wait until you guys get behind the wheel, I love these changes!

[@leosousa8591]

Yeah I agree my High Country is built sitting in Mexico wait to be shipped but just sat in a LTZ at the dealership and that screen looks huge in person

[@Lous_Bowtie]

Is it me or is that interior the same has the chevys you can see the AC vents look similar to the silverados on the other sierras the AC vents are on the top of the center screen is that only a higher trim level thing ?

[@geezusmeatball1328]

@@Lous_Bowtie yes the top vent interior is only on at4 at4 x and denali

[@northgategmfleetmanager8137]

Hi Brian. Do you know if the new interior has a cigarette lighter power port - specifically for powering Radar Detectors.

[@henrythompson5624]

I agree this is the best way to get a gmc package too me

[@kevinbell4570]

In my opinion, this trim looks better the Denali and AT4 trim. Outstanding job GMC.

[@Ahmad-yw5hl]

Yeeeeeeees!!!

[@nocturnalme3549]

Truck is trash, I have the 2020, it's all looks terrible quality inside. I repeat gm is over stay away far away.

[@BIGGIEBAG-XL]

@@nocturnalme3549 this is a 2022…….?? Nice try trolling, maybe next time

[@nocturnalme3549]

@@BIGGIEBAG-XL doesn't matter not trolling, the construction of these new GM are terrible. Go and buy one you'll see. The only thing upgraded on this new model is engine which will help but all that tech you can forget about it. The body is still fiber glass composite, will rattle apart like mine is. Don't say I didn't warn you

[@nocturnalme3549]

@@BIGGIEBAG-XL and if you are going to use these trucks for any type of work I mean even the lightest duty construction, it will look like a tin can asap. The tailgate is made of light duty metal and will dent like no other. This is a tricked out grocery getter at best that's all. I know I have one

[@hadyrome5574]

I have 105k miles on my 2020 Duramax. I love this engine.

[@elcuh9506]

damn. thats alot of driving.

[@timsupplee7619]

😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳🤷🏾‍♂️ 105k tho.. that's insane

[@hadyrome5574]

@@timsupplee7619 I traded it in with 174k in Aug 2023. Started to have some engine issues, so I got a Sierra 5.3L.

[@S69NER]

I just got this truck today! To my surprise they installed the kicker sound system for the pro tail gate same day! Later on they will Install the heated seats chip and I'll be set. This truck it's well equipped I'm happy with my purchase

[@joshd1578]

I am the new proud owner of this truck. I saw this video and emailed the dealership and with a little luck the previous deal with the person who had ordered it fell through and I was able to purchase it.

[@simonmilligan]

Great job!

[@rocksjoshua]

The past 20 years or so GMC has been killing it. I think every model they've made looks better than the Chevy. Definitely a great refresh.

[@330Booski]

Just picked up my truck Friday! Elevation 3.0 premium package and x31 package all black! Dealer told me its the only one in my area. Also got a $1250 Elevation premium package & X31 off-road protection package discount! Was not expecting that! This is my first GM vehicle and the process was smooth just like my new truck!( lol ) Put the reservation in last November great communication with my dealership and NO HASSLE! Glad to be apart of the GM family! Shout out to Gary and Bishoy @Alexander Buick GMC in Simi Valley CA.

[@jspeed5373]

Best looking truck in and out now! Finally a nice interior from gm 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@christopherterhark4461]

I just got my VIN on my order. It's been built! I have this exact trucking coming in a red Cayenne. New Elevation premium package with leather and adaptive cruise, sunroof, 3.0 diesel. I should have it before the end of next month at the latest.

[@bakersuccs]

You still loving the truck?

[@Ahmad-yw5hl]

It is the best looking truck in the market & no one can change my mind. I mean wooooooooooow!!

[@davesawe5346]

Yee

[@STEWDEE]

Yep it is.

[@MYDOGOG]

I disagree, I think my 21 Lunar Rock Tundra TRD PRO looks way better

[@STEWDEE]

@@MYDOGOG I dont own one , but I would go with the 2nd gen. Raptor for most bad ass looking rig. Maybe TRX 2nd..🤔

[@MYDOGOG]

@@STEWDEE almost everyone takes a second look at my truck. I drove over 2600 miles driving to Florida and back. Was on interstates, tolls, beaches and everything else. I never saw another 21 Lunar Rock TRD Pro Tundra the whole trip. Way than a 100 Raptors and several TRX. My truck looks awesome and the exhaust trumps just about everything else

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

Damn!! I have the same truck in desert sand metallic going into production next month. Elevation loaded up is the best trim in my opinion.

[@Ray00069]

THIS TRUCK IS JUST PERFECT!!! I have a 2017 elevation and always drive it and use for everything. But with this out now and especially with the 3.0l in it. OMG!! I really want to upgrade my truck to this or possibly buy it.

[@ricwestdoesitwork]

That is a beautiful truck. I can wait for you do a review of the updated and upgraded HD with the new interior. I sure hope that GM ups the HP and Torque numbers also. Thanks for the review of new 1500 Brian. Your viewer who purchased the truck sure got a great looking truck.

[@mveevers1350]

They’ve done a great job with this Refresh !

[@ludah99]

I think the elevation trim is now my favorite trim. I also like the AT4 but for the price this will probably be the truck I will go with with. Also gotta have that 3.0 duramax

[@TheTexan99]

The gasser pulls just as much 🤷‍♂️ the price of fuel is not worth it in this truck

[@jayk.2276]

@@TheTexan99 people just like having diesels. I live in Utah, so when the fuel prices aren't all messed up, it seems like diesel is usually cheaper here than premium and the 6.2 requires premium. The 5.3 even recommends at least 87 which is mid here.

[@alb5tana]

@@TheTexan99 what are the mpg’s number in the gas engines?

[@TheTexan99]

@@alb5tana almost 30

[@codywifi149]

@@TheTexan99 no mames chalino Sanchez lol 😆 😂 🦜🍻

[@codered9576]

Beautiful truck. I have the 2019 GM Sierra elevation with the dark sky metallic. Love it, and really don't have any issues with it. Love the refresh, the front and new interior look slick. Probably it's too soon since I've only had it for a little over 2 years to get the refresh. Think I'll wait another year or so tell GM starts giving rebates as they are not for this first half.

[@eeee3202]

Mines a 2020 Sierra Elevation with the same paint color. No problems here (26,000) miles on the 2.7T. The interior is tempting, but the purchase price is nearly $10-15k increase from what I paid mine. It's tempting, but not sure if its worth $200 more a month.

[@wildrides4354]

Don't hold your breath on rebates. Going to be quite some time before we see those again!

[@hellraiserrec19]

@@wildrides4354 my local dealer started rebates this month. 8k off sticker

[@RCPMK]

Looks really nice. It is probably my favourite interior and I think they pulled off the big grill much better than the Tundra

[@richiev2923]

toyota took an L on that design... not a yota guy by anymeans but i really appreciated the last gen tundra TRD pro

[@hellraiserrec19]

@@richiev2923 I agree, was one of the best looking trucks on the market. I was planning on making it my next truck but they ruined it with the new design. I'm not a fan of turbos either

[@jordanmikkelsen6676]

This video alone got me to order a Sierra over the F-150 and Silverado. Such a good looking truck! Had a really hard time deciding between a blacked out version or red. Ultimately went with the cardinal red! Now I just have to wait for my dealership to be able to order it!

[@alexborn1667]

Great video! I love the look of the elevation the most of all the trims. One thing that blows my mind is that you get all this great technology, but no memory seats for a $60,000+ vehicle. I don’t know why, but that really bothers me when I see very nice vehicles skimp out on something fairly useful. I can’t stand readjusting my seat and mirrors after someone else drives.

[@jbizzle2232]

You can get the elevation for low 50s in Texas just seen like 20 for 50-54k

[@ohioguy4326]

Best looking trim and best band for the buck.

[@Styrkur13]

Just took delivery of a 22 limited and have no regrets. This truck is beautiful but I don’t need all the screens. A good update none the less, just not my thing.

[@jamiegibson5659]

Ordered mine about 1month ago here in Ontario Canada, quick silver metallic with 3.0, going from 2016 5.3, can’t wait. Nice job Brian !

[@throdown117]

So glad I got mine in 2020. When I heard they were getting rid of the column shifter and going with a turkey leg in the center console instead, I knew I had to hurry and get a truck before GMC made the truck a bit less utilitarian. So glad I can see my phone while it’s charging and so glad I have a clear and open console space. These new changes are not an upgrade, you pay more for less now. 2020 GMC Sierra at4 6.2l with every option available and still $6,400 less than this 2022 elevation.

[@jerryburdick8051]

Paddle shifters! I'm jealous!

[@brandonmorgan1696]

Initially I wanted an Elevation. But the SLT is only $1k more and you get cooled seats (necessary in the south imo) hated rear seats, power folding mirrors, power front passenger seat etc fully loaded. Its a better deal imo. If only it didn't have chrome.

[@SY80s_]

My favourite out of all trim levels. Badass look!

[@nathanblomme9278]

Correction. The Tundra has a wide horizontal display that sticks up higher to keep your heads up better than the GMC. You were correct in that the Ram screen is more vertical.

[@JOSH-bx5wp]

One of the best looking halfton diesel on the market

[@mohamadfares3320]

Thanks for the refresh

[@onthethrottle7104]

When I drove the RAM, I didn't have any issues looking at the display...actually I loved it the best out of any truck.

[@Newchiii]

Why is the volume knob below the screen on this model, but for the AT4 and Denali it’s smack dab in the middle of the left side of the screen? I much prefer this placement

[@Chipum]

WOW!!!! Love that truck… thanks Brian

[@BrianMello]

Glad to catch you in the comments again! Thanks for watching 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@jeffmao850]

The gauge clusters look better on GMC Sierra than the f150.

[@thomasmunoz6233]

What is decontented from the refreshed GMC Sierra SLT you can't get the tech pgk ( HUD ) camper mirrors, the outside lock unlock buttons have been removed Except on the drivers door handle. I have all those items on my 2021 SLT which is stuffed

[@flipboi952]

Always was put off by trucks for their interiors but this one definitely changes my mind.

[@BrianMello]

It's such an improvement, it looks so good! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Whatisthis195]

Odd but cool how an elevation started out as a low end SLE but now is about on par with an SLT.

[@Buuboi214]

The ventilated seats is a must in Texas. Wish you can get that on the elevation trim.

[@nestleambrosian4931]

Really awesome looking truck, especially for a mid level trim! Wow!

[@BrianMello]

Can’t wait to get my hands on a Denali in a couple weeks!

[@Loveall247]

Might as well get a f150 lariat for same price.

[@ericforeman5466]

@@Loveall247 you’re at the wrong place buddy

[@Loveall247]

@@ericforeman5466 I have a 2019 Silverado RST fully loaded that I bought used with 4k miles for $40k 1 year ago that’s why I follow this channel. I went with the best deal I could get even if it meant a different brand. But let’s be honest Ford, Toyota then Chevy. Just give good ol Scotty Kilmer a follow.

[@jloewen6726]

Is there a physical screen off button?

[@4961Studebaker]

Yes. Center of the circular knob that’s also the volume dial control

[@craig3818]

Man I love that truck, can't wait till mine comes in, this is exactly what I ordered, except I ordered the X31 package with the 6.5 box. Who knows when I'll get it now that they closed the truck plant for 2 weeks

[@workharder5923]

Called a dealer to order and they straight up told me they will charge 10 k over MSRP. They tried to justify that everything is going up even gas. I laughed and said nope.

[@texasfan8892]

Beautiful truck. Random question here but do you know if the refreshed 2022 trucks are still plagued with the same lifter issues in their v8s as the previous model trucks?

[@weshamburg8611]

They offer 5.3L without the DFM system now so you just have to find the truck with that engine model which is Y9K or something. 1 mpg worse than before so nbd.

[@nexusapp]

Can you please tell us is the 35 thousand mile transmission problem is fixed along with the head valve lifter? Thank You

[@wrenchy0335]

Got this exact build in cayenne red. It’s been produced just waiting for it to arrive at the dealer

[@hydrograd3510]

Wow, I own a 21 Elevation and this one is a huge step up and looks awesome. The only thing I like about my truck over this one is that I have a column shifter kinda sad to see that leave for the new refresh but I think everything else makes up for it

[@geezusmeatball1328]

You can have the column shiftet with this same dash exept no center console

[@jayk.2276]

And they offer leather in the elevation now!

[@AROCTheMic]

I went from a 19 terrain to a 22 limited elevation. I actually miss the push button transmission. I feel it was a step in the right direction as far as advancing technology. I feel the column shifter is outdated and personally, I’m not a fan of the stick in the center console or paddle shifters.

[@eric271ful]

Does it have brake hold, heads and up display ?

[@cjkinsey5865]

Cannot wait for my truck order to be accepted. Hoping tomorrow I get some good news from my dealer!!

[@gregoryf9299]

Definitely nice. I hope they’ve solved the Diesel engine problems they’ve had with the 20-21 models.

[@coreywalker2020]

What problems?

[@gregoryf9299]

Mostly failiure to start/long crank. So the engines would time out on their cranking and not start. The forums reported that a fix is available that dealers install that have appeared to fix them. A few have also reported DEF tank indication that hampers engine performance.

[@ethancmc753]

Gmc trucks are finally beautiful on the inside too. Congrats

[@themadgreek]

when do we see this updated interior in the 2500 6.6 Duramax?

[@mrgmc6314]

Best half ton pickup truck on the road right now !!!!

[@lynnnabors4709]

hey buddy, i really love the front end too and everything else. great review !!

[@BrianMello]

Thanks Lynn, appreciate the positive feedback!

[@edhlavaty6914]

Pretty sweet. Amazing you're having to order them. I was lucky and got my 21 before it went crazy

[@shanerides]

Did the heated and cooled seats and heated steering wheel actually work?

[@clifflee5767]

Just ordered one. Exactly like in this video! This review played a huge role in my decision. Thank you.

[@BrianMello]

Glad I could help Cliff! Enjoy that new truck of yours when you get it!

[@willie31133]

Who else things it’s weird that Chevy and GMC decided to swap the locations of the buttons and the HVAC controls? I personally like the GMC location more than the Chevy. I just think it’s odd they aren’t in the same place.

[@nicholascarter7491]

It's only on the AT4 and up trims. It's the same on lower GMC models as all Chevys

[@jerryrowland8270]

Excellent overview. I own this truck. Love the diesel with the 10 speed transmission in the Elevation package. I have 25,000 miles on my truck and it is running flawlessly. 👍

[@michaelanspach6314]

It’s been a little while how are you liking the truck now?

[@Norseman2]

Does it have the “auto hold” where when you come to a complete stop you can take your foot off the brake and the vehicle remains stopped until you actually press the gas pedal?

[@Johnny_Bee]

Can you customize the gauges to NOT see that silver SLT on the gauges?

[@ElectricBlueIX]

So the center stack matches the Silverado when you get a lower trim Sierra? That’s interesting. Still looks fantastic. Gotta start saving my pennies for an AT4 Duramax.

[@geezusmeatball1328]

Yes top vents interior is only on at4 at4x and denali

[@johnnyk617]

I kinda liked the old headlights but I'll gotta spend more time walking around this new gen

[@jakea8343]

2019-2021 headlight are lame as hell and look just like a Ford’s

[@alponce6990]

Great Video my wife and I love the GMC/ Chev if you could help us, witch pkg comes in a Blackout pkg with A/C front seats ? no chrome please....Thanks

[@KeystoneTexan]

You misspoke about the Tundras infotainment screen being vertical. It horizontally mounted.

[@elvintejeda2412]

I just got mine, does they normally make ticking noise when shut off?

[@tgago007]

Sharp vehicle. If my 2022 Tundra doesn't show up soon. I'm gonna have to revisit a baby duramax option.

[@steves.1700]

Im assuming old school column shifter is still there if you opt for the front bench seat? I wonder if it gets in the way of the new screen?

[@cmair77]

Wow looks great, well done GMC!

[@markhinojosa2682]

How about a fully loaded one and what it would cost like with a sunroof, X31 and add a 2in lift

[@stevedemarest276]

Definitely gives the AT4-X competition in looks.

[@twomontess]

Absolutely beautiful

[@robbie80074]

I noticed on the windows sticker it says LED tail lights, in the video they look it be incandescent? Are the LED turn signals, brake lights and reverse lights in the elevation?

[@williambanning3742]

Beautiful truck

[@ktpinnacle]

Any idea whether GM will port some of these design ideas into the Yukon Denali?

[@yukikudo4601]

Can you tell me the difference between the new 2022 Sierra Elevation and SLT?

[@alanhefter4659]

I ordered one Jan 25th and GM acknowledged the order is in but hasn't been received yet. Any idea how long it will take for me to get mine? Any help you can give would be great

[@jorgefalconi5317]

Brow me puedes ayudar con la numeracion de chasis y motor de Gmc sierra 2016 plis

[@therealbgarcia]

Did you post the video of the in depth review of this radio? I can’t find it on your channel.

[@anthonyscarfi3381]

This is exactly what I’m looking for

[@tylereast9622]

Just waiting for mine to clear customs!

[@cl3410]

Wayyyyyy better looking than the new tundra

[@evanscc70]

I am in love with this truck, love it.

[@apb1236]

Have they updated the Blows stereo with more speakers and fidelity?

[@BLACKTALKTODAY]

awesome after watching this video I cant wait for my Denali 1500 to come in

[@5-0pizza]

Does the elevation have dual power front seats or is it only driver side?

[@rami4125]

Does this trim have an intro when you get inside the truck ??

[@dwgjr330]

I can't wait to get my mitts on one of these!!

[@jackden5292]

I'm really looking forward to seeing the next gen canyon

[@keithdraper7826]

I’ve seen the new elevation’s with the off road pack missing the sound deadening carpet in the rear wheel arches why is that?

[@Daniel-z2j2v]

I love the black grille but all I can think about is rock chips.

[@screddot7074]

What is the payload? Previous version gave about a 1870 on specs but I could never find one even close.

[@att2976]

Nothing different with 2020 GMC 3.6 deseil except the screen bigger. Yes the front grill looks great!

[@1manarmyguzman629]

How much out the door? Any reviews on the 3.0 Dmax engine? Since it's a newer engine, reliable?

[@gatorboycarlos5331]

Can you get the same black on black in the denali trim with the 6.2L engine?

[@Smalltownflyer]

Thanks for video! How’s the interior ambient lighting ? I like the blue hue in my F150 but always felt like GMs are near dark in cabin.

[@mrad.13]

I got a 21 SLT. with what prices are these days this is a great deal. I see Elevations that are borderline base trim. This is a solid compromise from an slt or Denali if you can't afford 90k

[@davidcolgan3268]

Beautiful truck. Like that front end. Equipped about how I would like except I need the 6-1/2 ft bed. And probably not diesel. But $61K for a retiree is a little steep!

[@BrianMello]

I hear ya David, they certainly aren't getting cheaper! Thanks for watching!

[@TLervis]

I love my 22’ - Not as fancy as this, but same powertrain.

[@439530]

Good video. I would also include horsepower and torque figures as well.

[@markwilliam2014]

So does this have the “black out package” or all black sierras look like this?

[@willie31133]

I put down a $1,000 an AT4 at the biggest dealers in Missouri a week and a half ago so now with a 2 week shutdown I’m wondering how long it’ll be to get it.