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GMC Sierra 2500HD V (GMTT1XX, facelift 2024) Double Cab Standard Bed 6.6 V8 (401 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
GMC Sierra 2500HD:
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V (GMTT1XX, facelift 2024) Double Cab Standard Bed Overview:
GMC Sierra 2500HD (V (GMTT1XX, facelift 2024) Double Cab Standard Bed). With 629 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2985 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.6 V8 (401 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers strong performance for daily driving and lighter heavy-duty tasks. The V8 provides ample power, but without explicit 4WD, its utility in challenging conditions might be limited to 2WD applications.
Fuel Economy
Similar fuel consumption to the 4WD petrol variant, high for a modern vehicle but expected for a large V8 truck, potentially slightly better without the 4WD drivetrain losses.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional towing and hauling capabilities
- • Powerful engine options (especially Duramax diesel)
- • Refined interior for a heavy-duty truck
- • Robust build quality and durability
- • Advanced trailering technology
Cons:
- • Significant fuel consumption (petrol V8)
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments
- • High purchase price
- • Ride quality can be stiff when unladen
- • Limited Euro NCAP safety data
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V (GMTT1XX) Double Cab Long Bed: 2020 - 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | GMC |
| Model: | Sierra 2500HD |
| Generation: | V (GMTT1XX, facelift 2024) Double Cab Standard Bed |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.6 V8 (401 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 401 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Torque: | 629 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L8T [Same engine] More details about the engine L8T |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.6 l |
| Coolant: | 14.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 103.25 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 98 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 134.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 210.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2985 |
| Max. weight: | 4559 |
| Max load: | 1574 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 6577 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 136 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 6127 mm mm [387mm less] |
| Width: | 2079 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2031 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3795 mm mm [332mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2079 mm |
| Front track: | 1731 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1736 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 258 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Allison |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 355x40 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/75 R17; 265/70 R17; 275/70 R18; 275/65 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17; 8J x 18; 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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