Do I like the 2024 GMC Denali Ultimate? 3k Miles Owner Review

[@SwannBus]

Your opinion is spot on. I just traded my 22' F-350 SRW Powerstroke for a 24' GMC 2500 AT4 Duramax. My 22' Ford was absolutely faster than the GMC, although the Ford had a gearing advantage (3.55) over the GMC (3.42). My Ford also had better fuel economy 17.7 mpg vs 16.8 in the GMC. On paper the Ford is the better truck, but on a daily basis the GMC feels like a much better truck. The ride, noise, and interior seem better put together. Not to mention all the annoying chimes my Ford had. So far I'm very happy with the AT4, thanks for posting this review.

[@chriscarter974]

I just bought the AT4 2500 In black 🔥

[@bret9741]

A lot of folks say the GM seats become softer with a few months use. I like firmer because the leather won’t wrinkle as fast.

[@iamnotafraid]

One thing I despise about every brand is on the higher trims, you can't get the front jump seat in the middle. Only split bucket seats with a center console. Maybe I'm the only one complaining about this, but I'd much more prefer the option to have an extra seat in the middle.

[@DirtySierraHD]

I’m upgrading to a Denali ultimate 2500 in a couple months and I can’t wait to have a full center console. I have the middle seat in my current truck (never been used) I personally think that the jumper seat is better for fleet vehicles and that’s why they are available for lower trims. Also, having a 3rd seatbelt up in the front has confused some of my passengers 😂 If you wanted something close to a Denali and didn’t want the full center console, I’d recommend you go with an SLT because you’ll still get leather and other nice options and have that middle seat. I’m excited to finally have a full center console and have more storage space.

[@iamnotafraid]

@DirtySierraHD I have an older SLT right now that's about due to be replaced, and it has the center console. Personally, I'd rather have the option to put another person or object in the center by flipping the arm rest and also have room on the floor that would otherwise be taken without the center seat. To each their own. While you can get SLT packages with the center seat on older and newer models, it removes a significant amount of options. On older models I know you can't get leather seats and some other stuff, on newer models there's way more that they won't let you get. If you go to the truck builder thing on the website and try to put one together you'd see what I meant. It's annoying. 😅

[@lorenstruiksma2807]

Yea, you’re the only one. Jk of course but I know no one other than you that wants someone squeezing next to me.

[@Proto59]

​@iamnotafraid Just say you want to get road head easily.

[@iamnotafraid]

@Proto59 Hey, I never said that wasn't part of the reason 😂 but I just like the extra room overall, too. What's the point having a truck when there's not even room in it to put stuff ya know?

[@YCFit]

Been waiting for this one! And now I can’t wait for the next one of both side by side. Great vid

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Thanks!

[@jorgecardenas492]

That truck is beautiful man . Let’s see some videos of it putting in some work . Sweet truck

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Thanks for the comment!!! I have a few ideas I'll be working on this week. Cheers!

[@BSnydr]

I love where they put the trailer braking. It seems like your arm and hand is next to the trailer brake without reaching or searching in an emergency. The only negative is the column shifter could be a stubby so it doesn’t block the display.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

It took me a minute to get used to it, but its not too shabby!

[@tiptowing]

I own a 24 ultimate as well only 350 miles so far I’ve been owning the LML chevy this my first L5P 10 speed I’ll keep u guys updated

[@Tall_Timber]

Looking at getting one, what do you think after almost a year?

[@_giles]

I love your reviews and videos. Keep them up!

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I really appreciate that. It means alot!!!

[@frankdamelio8769]

2020 current 6.7 King Ranch . My third one . I’m now considering a 2025 Ultimate…. Great review…

[@bret9741]

Man I love the side step. I really like it with the added drop down step so I get two steps

[@bret9741]

Man… memories. I grew up on a ranch in New Mexico, not too big, about 13000 acres in the last part of the Sacramento and Guadeloupe Mountains (where they collide). Went into the Navy in 88, last kid to leave home and my folks sold the ranch in 92 :(. Sadly their main source of income was sheep and the predators were eating them alive.

[@marksullivan8200]

Maybe a retractable bed cover if your just running around to help gas milage also banks has some upgrades that improve torque hp milage without affecting factory warranty

[@marksullivan8200]

That's really cool it has the 1 ton frame I never heard of that it's really cool

[@BSnydr]

Max tow option is awesome. It keeps down the gvwr compared to the 3500. It allows you to stay under 260001 cdl requirements

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Interesting, I figured it had something to do with gvwr but wasn't sure.

[@TeeCamp10]

I've got a 24 High Country DRW and I can not get above 17mpg as my BEST 50 mile average on this thing. My last truck was a 20' SRW Denali and it would get over 20 often. Every tank I reset the trip and I average 11-12 mpg for the entire tank and can never get over 350 miles per tank. I have not towed with it much yet either. Has about 2,000 miles on it. If the fuel mileage doesn't get better, I will part ways with it. Can't imagine I am going to see a dramatic difference in mpg once it "breaks in" like most are telling me to watch out for. I should be getting 11-12 mpg TOWING, not empty.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Yeah that sucks.... I'm getting a solid 17-18 on the 50 mile. That DRW might be geared higher not sure. My biggest complaint is the seats, I hate the seats....

[@robedmund9948]

In your opinion, since you've pulled with both, which is more comfortable on long trips? I'm a bigger guy and given that both trucks are capable as hell, comfort on the interior is becoming more important. Thanks in advance for your opinion. Looking forward to that comparison.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

This is a tough one fore me. I like making long trips in the GMC. Especially pulling my 5th wheel/Gooseneck because of the engine and transmission. I just like the way it tows better. At the end of the day the ford seats are WAY more comfortable. Its a night and day difference to me and I am a bigger guy. The GM seats are very stiff and I find myself adjusting position while driving allot more. So if I was to pick the most comfortable on long trips the Ford wins hands down because of the seats. Another thing to consider is the pedals are not adjustable in the GM, and the steering column is manual so it takes a bit to get used to. The Ford wins on long haul comfort in my honest opinion. Thanks for the comment!!!

[@robedmund9948]

@@dirtnakedfarms Thanks for the input! I appreciate the feedback.

[@Brian92698]

If you hold both buttons on the tailgate down for 8 seconds the rear tails will flash 3 times. That will disable the upper gate and it won't fold down and hit your hitch. Hope this helps!

[@MMikeHD3904]

I thought ya had to go through info screen, but either way it don't cost extra 350 bucks🤦

[@t.l.robinson2162]

I have a Denali Ultimate dually. I love this truck.

[@bostonaviation2010]

On paper the 6.7 is more powerful but I saw some drag races and the GMC Duramax actually won. What do you think this means? Kind of confusing.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

This is really interesting. I would put my money on the 6.7 if both were 100% stock. They are very much neck to neck, with the ford edging ahead slightly. Just personal opinion. Thanks!

[@handleymacdonald5760]

Also the L5P doesn't allow for full torque or hp at slower speeds unless in tow and haul mode... plus it's hard to really tell the power differences because one could be in regen while the other is not yk... it's hard to tell but Banks dynoed a new 24 duramax while not in regen and it came out to 900wheel tq and 420whp which adjusted for AWD powertrain losses comes out too 530hp and 1100ft lbs of torque but on top of that the duramax has peak torque at 1600 rpm and they couldn't get the truck to go full throttle at 1600 rpm on the dyne so they couldn't find peak torque@@dirtnakedfarms

[@dirtnakedfarms]

@@handleymacdonald5760 That's some great info!!

[@Anonymous..VQ3.5Lg35]

Id buy a 2024 gmc! Everything about it is awesome! The tailgate! The steps! The cameras! The interior! And has a safer roll over roof than ford!! Thats a big thing to me is not a glass roof!

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Thanks for the comment. I really am enjoying it!!

[@begoodamerica9793]

You're kinda talking me into the Ford. Nice Video.

[@tribalmemes6414]

My dream truck is the 2024 Sierra 2500 Denali Ultimate. I absolutely don’t need the 2500, barely need a 1500 but that doesn’t mean I won’t need it when I age more. I’m definitely going to start saving for it, plan on having it until I’m an old man so I hope it lasts forever haha

[@dirtnakedfarms]

It's a great truck all around. Best looking in my opinion. I just hated the seats! Cheers!

[@iamnotafraid]

Gotta buy the truck before you can buy the toys, after all.

[@mattogle2582]

I think you are exactly spot on ,on everything man,they’d another big farmer that bought both almost same time Ford &Gmc he said exactly same difference your saying the ride the gas the power,it’s crazy really y’all two said same dam opinions

[@texanwd8387]

Traded my F350 for the 2024 GMC 3500 drw ultimate last month . Going back to a F350 in the near future .

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Seats and pedals have been my biggest complaint so far.

[@chrisslater1936]

@@dirtnakedfarms Seats in a GMC/Chevy are like metal, so hard it will give you aids.

[@gabrielhall2847]

Ford have the nicest interior to me. I hand a platinum but it was always going back to the dealership. I went back to the Silverado and haven’t any issues at all

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Yeah, it's hard to beat the swats in the Ford.

[@jalopyjoe3935]

I agree I just hit 2500 miles with my 2024 high country dually , ford takes it on center console storage , and for me towing my 25k fully loaded gooseneck with proper shocker hitch it goes more comfortably than ford , the ford had turbo lag for sure but could still burn tires , the Chevy / gmc I do like the high idle switch it runs and stops before I even finish a smoke , apples and oranges , hell I still own my 2002 7.3 with 160k miles on it transmission 15k miles still drive it to this day always a ford guy at heart but gmc stepping the game way up

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I agree with everything you said.... I miss those 7.3 days!!! I was much younger lol. That rear under seat storage is pretty nice on the ford also. Cheers!

[@jalopyjoe3935]

Yeah ford takes it in storage wars , I’m like you I didn’t order the truck was just fortunate to get it , I would’ve opted for the gmc stuff the heads up display and take away the moon roof which ain’t my thing just the wife’s , other than that , them chevys turn on a dime that’s impressive to plus the trailer turn signal I do like the camera view and hauling anything up to 53’ gooseneck is a nice perk

[@AADmrstangerbanger]

Im a ford man at heart also but just got a 2024 1500 and its an amazing truck imo. I dont tow or farm so I got he 3.0 durmax and gas milage is amazing. I am lifting the truck so might take a hit there but YOLO

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Glad your liking it. I have always wanted to try that 3.0 in a 1500 or suburban Scared the wife might put gas in it 🤣

[@AADmrstangerbanger]

Yeah its a nice truck. I have never owned a Diesel truck so time will tell. But so far I love it. Looking at BDS 4inch or 6inch lift on 35s but hard to lose that gas mileage @@dirtnakedfarms

[@BSnydr]

Can you share how much your dump trailer weighs loaded? You said it pull it great. Is it 6000 pounds or 16000 pounds? Thanks great review.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Dump trailer is a 14' Load Trail, it weighs approximately 4,000lbs empty. My skid steer (325G) weights around 9,500lbs. It has 7k axles. Its close to max! Thanks!!!

[@nicholasszajko1344]

Beautiful truck mine is 24 black onyx also had to upgrade body colored fender flairs and LED lights and bed cover 5000 in extras love the truck good luck great content

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I do wish mine had the painted fenders. Gives it a really nice clean look.

[@chriscarter974]

I just bought the same setup. 🔥

[@nicholasszajko1344]

YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE YOUR NEW GMC !!

[@jalopyjoe3935]

Oh yeah there is a trick to solely lock the top half of tail gate too so nobody accidentally drops it on the hitch which I run the big boss gen y hitch blows the BW out the water was worth the 1200$ you’ll feel the difference within the first mile you drive with it

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Hey man thanks for the comment, I'll have to look that hitch up.

[@evocati6523]

How much difference can you realistically feel between hitches?

[@anthonyonthepiano9967]

Sick truck. Thinking about buying one with the same setup (max trailering). What kind of toolbox do you have? Thinking of a similar setup as i don’t like the look of a crossover toolbox on an ultimate lol

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Great minds think alike! The toolbox is a UWS. When I was buying it, the guy told me they never sell the chest boxes anymore, only crossovers. I just think it looks cleaner without the crossover.

[@Borobobby]

I dig it. Keep posting the videos.

[@mjc250]

I've owned all 3 trucks. 19 F350, 21 ram 3500, 23 chev high country 2500 now. I find Ram and Ford have their pros for certain things. Ford has better front end, better trans. Ram is nicer and more features. Better exhaust brake. The GM isn't really the best at anything. But it's good at everything. Making it an all around good truck

[@STEEL.AXL1]

There is a reason the lots are full of Rams. That pretty interior will fall to pieces and all those fancy things seem to stop working. I was a strict Ram guy. Never again, I purchase a vehicle to use not sit in the service bay at a dealership then have the warranty dept use any excuse not to cover the problem. Everything works on the Duramax , works well and stays working.

[@gallardo360]

ford and dodge have pros, big selection of trucks rusting on the lots .

[@Ski-dooxteam20]

Nice truck I’ve had fords and now ram. They are all nice

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I agree with you. They are all nice. I think it comes down to personal preferences and what you like. Cheers!

[@spartaforever3636]

great commons sense review. Nice to see 'working mans' thoughts on the truck

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Thanks!

[@WESLEYBAILIFF]

my tailgate has never worked so dumb very unsatisfied and all i love is chevy now I am shopping around

[@derekfloyd5698]

What's the payload for that truck with the max trailer package?

[@Jeffapperson]

It's strange to see this truck dirty and ready to work..normally they are in videos sitting all waxed and polished sitting in some suburban driveway...respect 👍

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Thanks!!!

[@jaybaba9018]

is your truck doesn't have additional mark up?

[@dirtnakedfarms]

No you can get just about any diesel at $3500+ off msrp right now. Inventory is building for sure. Thanks

[@codyfarmer1048]

wonder how much def fluid it burns towing

[@t.l.robinson2162]

470 horsepower. 975 lb ft torque.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Good to know thanks!

[@nicholasszajko1344]

MINE BREAKS THE TIRES LEAVING LIGHTS 😅 ITS FAS ENOUGH BEAUTIFUL TRUCK !!!!

[@MrRustyBob]

How quick is real quick ?

[@josophschmo1585]

How do you like the massage seats?

[@dirtnakedfarms]

They are pretty sweet. Multiple different settings and a button on the side of the seat to turn on/off. Thanks

[@ridelfernandez9350]

Brother do you have a link for the 12V connector? I’m trying to connect my Police Radar but my Denali doesn’t have cigarette 12v plug.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

www.amazon.com/WYMECT-Cigarette-Lighter-Socket-Converter/dp/B093KXL19S/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=3AAPEXDWRNSAT&keywords=usb+cigarette+lighter+adapter&qid=1701967859&sprefix=usb+cigar%2Caps%2C279&sr=8-8

[@ridelfernandez9350]

Thank you very much.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

@@ridelfernandez9350 You bet, thanks for watching!

[@jonathanllamas2423]

id imagine that the previous person built it to order as a 3500, but during production they slapped on the 2500 sticker. I just know this would be a shit show in California come time for registration.

[@RobynGazor]

People don’t realize how big these new 2024 trucks are, I guess they think most buyers are 6”3. My issues with the new trucks is they don’t offer power pedals or the pana sunroof.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Yes, the GMC doesn't have adjustable pedals. I wish they did.

[@anthonyrich7179]

I'm 5'11" and have no problem reaching the pedals

[@FernandoPnda-dd5fx]

That's a nice looking truck l wish l can afford it but they are to expensive crazy over 100 k l guess l keep driving my Toyota Tacoma 1995

[@Anonymous..VQ3.5Lg35]

The new 2024 duramax is the strongest duramax engine to date! The ford engine will break way sooner than a duramax! That new engine is capable of well over a 1000hp easy!

[@tmyers1492]

why would you delete a step?

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Delete a step?

[@freedomisntfree_44]

That gm tail gate was definitely thought out by a guy who uses his truck most for groceries.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

Lol.... it's an awesome tailgate, but why they didn't design it better for the hitch I will never know.... Happy New Year!!!

[@frederickbazanye-lutu8553]

Show us the truck

[@Bugsy0333]

How much ?

[@dirtnakedfarms]

How much?

[@DynoDieselWagon]

No, your right , the mirrors are trash 2:10

[@STEEL.AXL1]

I have both I love the Ford and didn't think I would ever own anything else. But the GMC is an all around better vehicle. Power wise the Duramax will out run my Ford with the same load all day every day most don't believe that but have pulled the same loaded trailer with each. Empty the Ford might have a slight edge in a race. Economy is almost identical in both. I hate the chimes on the GMC.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Duramax is a lot slower with a load than the ford. It feels embarrassing

[@STEEL.AXL1]

Actually it’s not I own both. My 23’ is just as fast as the standard output ford with a load. That’s with a 20,000lb toy hauler. When the fords fuel system shells and it sits in the shop a month and costs you 11k the gmc will look even better!

[@freedomisntfree_44]

@@STEEL.AXL1 167k on my powerstroke and no fuel system issues. 🤔 clean fuel change your filters and a good additive and send it. Ain’t nothing pulls better than the powerstroke

[@STEEL.AXL1]

That’s with the 3.55 rear end in my fords sadly ford dealers order 3.31 gears in most of those truck and they don’t pull well at all but the owners sure think they do and they are a really fast tin can! This is why you’re seeing a bit better mileage in them as well on eco mode. Then they go and put 37” tires on them and even a Cummins will out pull it at that point! SMH

[@STEEL.AXL1]

I mean aluminum can. 😁

[@mikelock625]

You made the right choice a ford cannot touch a denali ultimate

[@jamesjones402]

I have a 2024 3500 DRW ultimate, just hit 5000k love it so far but way fucking overpriced. 127k out the door ☹️

[@dirtnakedfarms]

No disrespect. You paid 127k for a denali ultimate drw? 3500?

[@jamesjones402]

Yes I got a lot of options, 5th wheel pkg, lighted emblem pkg , tail gate kicker system and more. That included all the dearer BS fees, taxes and plates. Still over priced in my opinion. ( got the only one in Colorado at the time so they jacked me) lol

[@americandream_89]

I’m going to bet you go back to a ford. Congrats on the truck looks slick

[@ML-lg4ky]

Point the camera at THE TRACK!,,

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I'll try and do better next time!

[@HugoB-x4x]

The new ford front end is to ugly man good thing you traded it in for the gmc 🔥

[@MMikeHD3904]

Uh...you know you can just lock out the top part of the tailgate, through info screen,doesn't cost 350 bucks 🤦

[@sirwinston-nk6vt]

I’m glad the economy is booming for people to pay $96k plus mark ups for a truck.

[@dirtnakedfarms]

MSRP was 97k... I got it for $3500 off. I put 9k miles on it before I traded it two weeks ago. It cost me 1k for 9,000 miles. Your welcome.

[@sirwinston-nk6vt]

Right on, nice rig

[@evocati6523]

Some people go out and make money, others sit at home and complain about the price of trucks they're mad they can't afford....

[@kirkdunn1379]

@@evocati6523 yep!

[@gallardo360]

that motor joke will come back to haunt you😂 lmao 🤣

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I sure hope not!

[@gallardo360]

how you liking them payments ? 😂 probably 1600 per month. 😂

[@dirtnakedfarms]

I'm glad you asked. No payments, I paid cash. Title in hand. Cheers!!!

[@gallardo360]

@@dirtnakedfarms sill paid to much , anything over 55k is ridiculous

[@dirtnakedfarms]

@gallardo360 So, your first jab was about making payments. The second one is that I paid too much. Anyone who pays more than 55k is ridiculous. What are you doing watching 100k truck videos? 😂😂😂😂

[@geauxtigers3707]

If he can afford a 100 k truck , prob not too worried about the payment

[@marksullivan3424]

He’s a farmer, probably paid cash!! 😂

[@stevechimelski4557]

Please stop saying, "Real Quick" 10 times during the review. It would be quicker to not say it.

[@nifs159]

Real quick 😂

[@dirtnakedfarms]

@@stevechimelski4557 So sorry my review offended you steve…. It’s hard doing a review on a 100k truck. But hey real quick, cheers! 😂

[@6.0Mike]

The bed and bumper steps look ridiculous and let’s be honest are useless.

[@suresh_madhavan]

Use mine all the time.

[@evocati6523]

I literally use them all the time, these are big vehicles