2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali - Redline: Review

[@xXDarkHolidayXx]

Just bought one last week! 2500 HD, Denali loaded, with the 6.6 DMAX. Stone metallic blue, with a 6 inch lift and 35x12.50x20 tires. Love this truck!

[@chrisholland2016]

I do like that blue on the Sierra Denali HD. It's my most favorite color on those trucks. It looks alot more cool and fancy than black.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Update please. How has it treated you?

[@carreviewswithjosh8028]

I am glad that GM still has the key and the column shifter.

[@eclecticgentleman]

Nothing beats the convenience of walking to your truck opening it up with keyless entry and just pushing the button and going. Why people want to dig around in their pocket for a key is beyond me but to each their own

[@invinciblesummer4114]

I actually prefer the key over keyless entry. It feels good to actually turn that key! I'm old school though.

[@matthewyim1736]

I agree. According to Scotty Kilmer, he said that keyless cars are stupid because they're too expensive to replace compared to regular old keys from the 2000's, 1990's, 80's, 70's, etc.

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

Yeah deffinetly

[@thelarry383]

@@matthewyim1736 Scott Kilmer is known to hate on anything that's remotely technological.

[@sfla4x4molonlabe66]

Totally agree man…

[@azteck98]

i'm a die hard ford fan but damn that is a sharp looking truck .

[@TreyGoose]

kurt roepke ford trucks are trash tho😂😂😂😂i driven ford chevy and gmc trucks and fords are the worst haha cheap interior quality no matter what trim level🖓🖓🖓🖓

[@iamfrankstallone]

One of the best reviews on KZbin for this truck. Thanks!

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

It's crazy the 0-60 is like 5.5sec to 5.7sec. Really impressive truck, I also love how it has the 8 speed tranny. Both the dodge and Chevy are stunning

[@CarteronCars]

Absolutely LOVE our 2015 Sierra Denali!

[@johnlearoux]

1. fastest truck in the 1/2 ton segment 2. nicer interior than the F150 limited which runs over 68 g's 3. has the quietest interior / sound dampening 4. has a better infotainment system than fords or Toyotas 5. and for 10K less than the limited 68K F150 it gives all the same features (minus push button and massaging

[@jeffhorton8737]

have to admit it

[@ormand3000]

no pano sunroof in the GMC.

[@The_Duggler25]

+ormand3000 so?

[@The_Duggler25]

+ormand3000 most times if someone needs an suv they will go for another suv. as for trying to get truck buyers why would I want it? I mean normal sunroof sure. the hole panoramic glass roof bullshit I don't get. if I'm going for a car sure but for a truck? I'm buying a truck and gmc is the last brand that still feels like a truck and not a dam car.

[@ormand3000]

steveMCHS enjoy using a 1980s car key while the $20k Honda next to you has push button and remote start.

[@evengarcia8054]

I purchased the Sierra 5.3L. 1500 long bed same year just with out the bells and whistles and I got to say I love it so much!!🔥 best truck in my opinion and I test drove the competition trucks before purchasing.

[@TheBudgetGunCollector]

As a truck buyer I am absolutely ok with a key start. It keeps to the roots of the truck. Trucks are supposed to be for work, not luxury.

[@nick5392]

18:48 You probably scared the shit out of Camry driver.

[@YoloSwegLordYoloSwegLord]

best looking truck on the market right now.

[@jeff3220]

In my opinion this one looks much better even than 2018 fully loaded f150. And I just love 6.2 V8.

[@SkynetTeamDREADWING]

Ive driven a 2017 and 2021 Sierra Denali..... the interior is soo good!

[@JasonfromMinnesota]

First time watching . Great review like your honest criticism with out being insulting!

[@stefankoles]

Nice video,and nice review....i like alot this channel, its one of the best on youtube. ty for all you do redline reviews

[@gmcdenali7178]

That truck can do 0-60 at a best of 5.4 seconds.

[@coryr9938]

George GMC Sierra Denali not with the 8 speed, it's a little slower than the 6 speed.

[@jrcook333]

60% of the comments- I hate that it has no push button 20%- The ford and dodge interior is way better 10%- It’s just a nicer chevy 10%- Nice Truck

[@AAlan2025]

Seen this video so many times! I can't wait to buy one! Love redline reviews. He does such a good job in going over every detail. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@byrdman360]

Fairfax resident checking in. Thought I recognized those roads!

[@MrDyson01]

+redline reviews the sierra & Silverado trucks are excellent for family trips especially since they have wifi in them especially the sierras since most have built in movie players

[@rakwonwilliams5899]

I'm so glad to see the key wasn't replaced by a button

[@cencalyanksfan]

Deleting the chrome 20" wheels as standard was a big mistake! Denali and chrome have always been a great marriage. I'll keep my 2014 Denali, I love my chrome wheels.

[@DS-TRUCKS]

Wow the Denalis are nice! But are they better than limited F-150? It's a tough one!

[@desimateee]

Just picked this year and trim up for almost half off where it was 4 years ago lol!

[@sariharis]

Nice Truck , i got a 2014 S.Denali Truck but i do not think i would replace it with another GMC unless GM add more convinent and smart solutions especially on their Denali version like the one i have ... i would like to see a sliding down whole rare window glass like that of Tundra and a panoramic sun roof like that of Ford F150 !!! i want to see that on 2018 truck if they want real shift to include a bigger market of general population ... i like more smart bed components or at least adds on accessories options ... for such vehicle ,their should be a front camera if not side and clerance under car cameras as well !

[@ImYoutubing247]

Looks like 6 years later and that wish list is still a “wish list”

[@elvinlewis4233]

Excellent review! the fuel economy statistics, are quite surprising, I really wasn't expecting that in the 6.4.

[@DominusEstOK]

Great job as usual, thought I have the 2016 F150 and it is much better. Lighter with great power from the Ecoboost V6. Sync 3 rocks.

[@coureurdebois]

GM sells the most half ton trucks (silverado 28% market share and GMC 12% market share) ford has the best selling name plate truck (F150 34% market share) both are great... but with the F150 limited now reaching 68,000$ its the most expensive truck on the segment yet its interior is not to the level of the GMC (with real wood and aluminium interior bits) or RAM. sad that the F150 is near 70,000 for a interior thats not as good. i hope F150 steps up their interior game since they seem to have spent all the money on the aluminium body.

[@coureurdebois]

lol, you're the guy who spazzed out yesterday

[@djayt1215]

this is going to sound nit picky...but i really hate how cheap the door handle, wood trim looks in the GM trucks. I also hate that there is no rear vents. I miss how the old yukons used to integrate the vents into the headliner.

[@devonjanzen8013]

I saw a comment saying GMC: Getting More Chrome. How about Ford: Found on Road Dead.

[@beachgirl6565]

Fox or repair daily is how I always heard it.

[@bintarosector9]

I like the old school key for a truck than a push button start

[@charles-fq2dw]

im more of a sports guy and for some reason i had a dream owning a 2016 gmc truck like this...

[@F41Driver]

This is my next truck. I really wish GM would match Ford on technology and features, but after driving the Platinum F-150 I'd rather have the Denali. The Platinum is really nice, I love all the features, but the headrests are too far forward and make it unbearable for me. Also, the ride is a bit rough. Finally, the price, you pay for all that extra stuff on the Ford and with super high residuals on the Denali it's actually quite cheap to lease for what you get.

[@JWMontoya]

Technically, the up scaled version of Silverado would be the High Country ;D awesome video though!

[@thomassmith3951]

gmc. getting more chrome.

[@thomassmith3951]

Bronco Boy. no idiot

[@broncoboy2157]

Thomas Smith bitch yo mom is a fuckin idiot

[@thomassmith3951]

Bronco Boy. your the one acting out... your the idiot bud. you dont know shit

[@thomassmith3951]

Bronco Boy . what you mad for lol. mom jokes died along time ago you immature lil kid

[@Teggymania]

That's the best GMC joke I had heard so far.

[@blessedyo1102]

My brother got one about two months ago. It's so nice and pulls hard since me him and our friends like to race.

[@nightxnos65]

your brothers dead bud

[@nightxnos65]

and your supposed to be too

[@odlyentertaining]

I own a 1986 C10 Silverado. The names Silverado and Sierra have been around long before 1999.

[@kl9ud]

Soft-open tailgate was introduced by Nissan Titan in 2004

[@doctube2020]

Great in-depth review. Well Done Thanks

[@nathanserolf2313]

Does this have the magneride suspension? Can you review the top of the line 2016 ram too either diesel or hemi. Thanks

[@alfu8868]

Rock and roll for the intro? what happened to the great trance music you got us used to?

[@theredline]

+Al Fu We try to match the music to the vehicle we are testing, trance music just doesn't seem to work on this truck. Don't worry though, it'll be back on another review :)

[@jeffrx]

+Redline Reviews you need some country music for a truck that big

[@RK-kj8di]

+jeffrx I hate C& W

[@pascutia]

Nice and very detailed review!! A review with the new M2 would be amazing :)

[@bintarosector9]

I like the feel of the real key than the push button start,

[@damienredd9068]

Supposed to be a good time for the last year models in 2010 and 2020

[@dieselxdan]

Great review. Love your videos.

[@TexasScout]

It doesn't come with PBS because they have a huge inventory of regular ignitions to use up first.

[@rayray4084]

Great review... Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@vikk5459]

No push to start and smart key access? I guess I can't expect that from a company like GM, considering they just now started putting in push button start in the majority of their cars over a decade after it came out. Otherwise, a very nice truck. I'd buy one.

[@mictdave1]

I agree, if I'm going to spend that kind of money I want a push button start, with smart key access. I know a lot of people roll their eyes at that technology but I challenge anyone to drive a vehicle with push button/smart key, for one week and I guarantee you'll love the convenience

[@vikk5459]

I paid $7000 for a 2008 Nissan Altima and got smart key access and push button start, I love the convenience

[@gabgab8988]

In the 2016 Sierra when the light is on in the parking sensors does that mean it’s off or on? (In the middle)

[@HollisterLoBoiz]

Will you be reviewing the new 2017 Ford Super Duty trucks?

[@d-tay944]

I was hoping you'd upload today

[@lexmaximaguy8788]

still enjoying my 2016 sierra elevation...

[@alexballantine3973]

Is it bad that I've never seen or heard of this vehicle before? huh, I'm just used to the boring "Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Holden Colorado, Mitsubishi Triton, Mazda BT50," all with diesel engines, Yay!.. Nice review

[@bobbillings]

I notice this pushbutton start is really Fucking important to millenials. I still like a key.

[@The_Duggler25]

I'll take a key over a push button any day

[@vikk5459]

You'd disagree with your own statement once you've owned one. Having things in your hands and never having to take the key out of your pocket is a luxury that I'll never give up.

[@The_Duggler25]

+Vikk 54 ummm got a car with it and I dislike that as it is. but I let it pass cuz it's a car. as for a truck just no its a truck not a car

[@The_Duggler25]

+Vikk 54 like when did people get so dam lazy? like really "I don't want to take my key put my pocket"? that's like ford and it's new trailer assist where you turn a nob instead of the steering wheel to back your trailer up. gmc/chevy is the only one that's still a truck anymore. everything else is trying to be a car.

[@coureurdebois]

+Vikk 54 as a someone who used to be a detailer yes the key fob is nicer for cars and sports cars... but in a truck there is something more, tactile in the feel of "twisting" the key, dont worry with the next gen or mid cycle refresh will kill off the key, but for now let us enjoy the key.

[@gamerptl64]

amen to that brother the key fob i don't mind and the remote start i would love it being that i live in the south for the past 3-5 years and winters can get pretty cold would love to be able to start the heater before i even get into the vehicle

[@davidmead9861]

no, gm does NOT care about twin turbo whatever. What they do is small blocks, its what they are best at and is a way better engine than anything twin turbo

[@Cater821]

You may want to do better research. 1912 GMC became the "truck" brand with the combination of Rapid and Reliance truck manufactures. Not the "30's" as you mentioned. Also, the "Sierra" name first appeared around the 1971 or 1972 with the Sierra Grande level.

[@beachgirl6565]

How much do you think this truck should cost now in 2024.

[@thecoolguy775]

Should I get this or the Yukon

[@edwinm9036]

damm nice truck I would love to see this truck with Red Candy paint with some 32 or in black I think it will look bomb af

[@JS-xi1pi]

Just a word of caution - the new 2019 Silverado-Sierra twins can NOT even be ordered or does NOT come with the “power brake and foot pedal” adjuster.... Think about such a large truck without this option....If you have short legs, you have to move up the seat close to the steering wheel, which has an airbag in it. This is normally a pretty standard option for most trucks (GM, Ram, Ford)...I own a 2017 Silverado, but some “bean counter” within GM axed this very useful feature......why?

[@6824096]

When are you going to review a 2016 tundra? I want to hear your responses to one of those. Lol

[@crystal2latina509]

Jamal Productions Ewww.

[@RBTC-rm4pc]

Have you ever thought of reviewing one of the Lincoln products? want to here your view on those.

[@bigdeeshow]

Is a car not coming with push button that bad? Does my first car have to come with that??

[@bigdeeshow]

+Joe Black Nice response...

[@TheMowgli420]

for that model and price point- they should have it. Especially since their competitors do for less.

[@jxstr]

Thanks for posting this helpful review. I am leaning toward the 2017 Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate vs. the Dodge Ram Big Horn. Any quick pointers / commentary you can add on the comparison of both is much appreciated!

[@bokkey45]

In my opinion the Ford feels a lot smoother and more refined when driving down the road. The Ram feels more heavy, rough, and floaty and the GM trucks are somewhere in between.

[@bdegregorio130]

Also curious +Redline Reviews. Are you going to be doing a review on the new F-150?

[@theredline]

+Bailey Degregorio Soon! We should be getting that and the new Titan xD later this year.

[@COB2403]

+Redline Reviews Are you Guys going to Review the 2016 Toyota Fortuner and if Possible the Volvo XC90?

[@AKHolic95]

+COB2403 They don't sell the Fortuner in the USA.

[@r2ba435]

Car and driver got one to 60 in 5.4 seconds.

[@jpizzledrizzle]

have they fixed the shake/vibration issues for 2016/17's?

[@chadsteele1]

Beautiful truck, i'd want the 5.3 Ltr. Don't need the Denali as the price is cray cray, but want the All Terrain model. Sigh one day.

[@Skankhunt98745]

Amen to that man the all terrain is my cup of tea

[@ChevySS1968]

Nice review, thanks!!!

[@moviesmetalmusicmotorvehic4828]

As the Sierra Denali is by far the most luxurious truck, I'm choosing the Sierra 3500HD Denali over any other truck.

[@silence6210]

What's in the pelican case?

[@EphraimBullard]

What cost

[@larryspiller15]

why would they take the v6 out of the Cadillac when the 6.2 clearly matches the ecoboost in every way including fuel economy and acceleration. and it will hold up better with high mileage. Just imagine it with the weight savings of the ford.

[@DavidsCarReviews361]

are y'all gonna be reviewing the 2016 Subaru wrx I love the see a review of it

[@ShoopamanDaShootaman]

thanks, enjoyed your review, just a nod, you may get more hits, if you include 1500 in the title, I almost missed it.

[@theredline]

+ShoopaMan The Shootaman Done! Thanks for the tip :)

[@fatcatcj1965]

Great review 👍🏾

[@wuufer001]

Have a first look vid on the 2019 sierra denali?

[@MrDefeater94]

The only thing I like about this truck is the 6.2L V8 I wish the F150 had one of those but it seems like Ford is trying to steer away from V8 and might not even offer them in trucks by 2020.

[@mikerodgers73]

Hey man. oo9

[@gmcdenali7178]

That IS a luxury vehicle!

[@garrettlosabia3818]

so there aren't any AC vents for the back seats?!

[@AnotherStudent96]

Garrett Losabia on the roof

[@ejshelby5460]

Garrett Losabia the Silverado high country seems to vent to the back through the drivers and passengers seats. On the back, above the pockets

[@specialestness]

EJShelby those are the vents for the ventilated seats. If you turn them on you’ll notice the air coming out of the vents is warm.

[@dylanchalmers6231]

@Redline Reviews There's no heated/cooled seats in the back like ram has now. raiti's rides would probably "Zonk" that. i love having cool air blow on my bottom and my back.

[@atomiccheeseburger69]

would not even call that a truck anymore.. although it is quite nice looking.. Its sad to see these trucks get the way they are because they were built for work but now its more of a luxury vehicle with a bed that someone would use to carry a bag of mulch once a summer.

[@mertz313]

Failed logic.

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

You're a moron.

[@OldGlory_EC]

Atomic that is Exactly why I bought it. I wanted a luxury cab but also a bed that I can throw mulch, skis, paddle boards, fishing gear, and boat equipment into without messing up my interior. It has the HP I want but is my daily driver. Business in the front weekend warrior in the back.

[@jrcook333]

AtomicCheeseburger69 well then be poor and get a base model geez

[@ratedm90]

hey are you going to review the new Mercedes s550?

[@Thomas-bd5zc]

I think the GMC Sierra Denali and Ford F-150 are the best looking pickups.

[@freddymccool5528]

i cant figure out if i like that color or not

[@59BigWalt]

Was is also missing there's no charging for devices and no cooling controls for the backseat.

[@59BigWalt]

No Homer, at that price point. You should have that. It's competition does,

[@Paulog1990]

Why do you have NY dealer plates if your living in DC?

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

Thats the plates GMC is using on that press truck

[@1mcalways]

Great review.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

If this Denali is supposed to be above the Silverado in terms of interior design the interior shouldn't be missing a lot of luxury grade features

[@Quintpeterson]

Great Review .......Thanx !!!

[@jairrivera9294]

“This is a truck not a luxury vehicle” didnt you buy the denali version for the luxury tho? If I bought the upscale version of any vehicle id expect it to be very luxurious but thats just me

[@JMR7Six]

Did he say the Sierra and Silverado names came to the US in 1999?

[@matthewyim1736]

Yes, before the Sierra and Silverado came out, it was known as the C/K.

[@161Irving]

He never even mentioned the Tundra. I'd like to hear his review of one

[@jackwhite9395]

Anyone know what color this Denali is? It looks light green or light blue, but I can't tell.

[@ShoopamanDaShootaman]

it's called 'space gray', i thought it looked kinda bluish too

[@iwearleatherjackets1]

I believe they call it Light Steel Gray.

[@TheNewenglandboys]

I have no idea why this young guy thinks the Silverado came about in 1999! Many years before 1999, the Silverado name was the top of the line Chevy truck. I'll just throw in that I like a key start. Never grasped the purpose of the push button start anyway. If the keys in the ignition I know where it is. By the way, I have the 2016 Denali and the 8 speed Transmission is a gas saver, BUT if you haven't heard of the Chevy shutter, check it out on youtube. It feels like your riding over rumble strips. They did come up with a tsb to change the transmission fluid to a different type fluid but it hasn't changed the hard shift from time to time. As a side note, in my opinion the magnetic shock system causes it to ride a little harder than standard shocks. So that's my take for what its worth.

[@blakemichaelis2214]

Dang I just bought my hurrican lambo 6months ago and it’s nice but damn that is a nice ass truck I would buy that tomorrow if I had the money but I get paid next week so might pick this sleek thang up

[@dalehuhtala9285]

Sierra and Silverado introduced in 1999? Weird, I had an '82 Silverado and an '89 Sierra. Must have been my imagination. ;) Also, this does NOT tow 11,700 pounds...only the SLT with the max trailering package can do that. The Denali is rated for 9100 pounds...big difference! Also does not have a 2000+ payload capacity...more like 1400.

[@bonodex4003]

Before '99, Silverado and Sierra were just names for trim levels on the C and K model trucks. So you never had an '82 Silverado or an '89 Sierra because technically they didn't exist...

[@dalehuhtala9285]

@@bonodex4003 well, that's what it said on the truck.