The Denali styling, luxurious aesthetic, and innovative technology push GMC to tout its 2023 Sierra 1500 Denali as a seriously elevated experience, taking it even beyond the pinnacle of premium with the addition of the Denali Ultimate trim. These features have etched this year’s Denali in the 2023 half-ton gasoline or diesel-powered truck pickup rankings as the most advanced and luxurious truck in its class.
2023 GMC Sierra Denali
- Premium Suspension
- Adaptive Ride Control
- Customizable Infotainment
- Retractable Full Length Assist Steps
- Cargo And Trailer Camera View
- Hands-Free Driving And Trailering
- Model: Sierra 1500 Denali
- Engine:: 5.3L V8 Gas, 6.2L V8 Gas, Enhanced 3.0 L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel
- Power Output: Up to 420 HP
- Torque: Up to 495 LB-FT
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Driveline: RWD/4WD
- MSRP: $67,595 - $83,995
- Towing Capability
- Innovative Tech
- Park Assist
- Increased Price
- Availability Due to Announced Supply Chain Shortages
- Potentially Low Fuel Efficiency
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Performance And Capability
Let's talk powertrains. With the 6.2-Liter V-8 gas engine, the 2023 Denali offers a maximum of 420 horsepower with 495 pound-feet of torque. Also, as an option, the 5.3-Liter EcoTec3 develops 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
A two-wheel drive with the enhanced 3.0-Liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel is your ideal choice for optimum fuel efficiency at 24 MPG city / 29 MPG highway. A four-wheel drive with the same Duramax is estimated at 22 MPG city / 27 MPG highway.
A standout feature on the 2023 Denali is the World’s First Six-Function MultiPro Tailgate. The name itself denotes a wide array of uses as it conveniently morphs – much like a multipurpose tool – into a variety of configurations. Like tailgates that came before it, the MultiPro design functions as a primary gate, hinged in the same conventional manner; however, that is where the traditional gate ends and the re-imagined gate begins.
A smaller inner gate can be found hinged within the primary gate, allowing for differing purposes such as a Primary Gate Load Stop (vertical barrier) to prevent cargo from sliding out of the box when hauling long items – think sheetrock, plywood, kayak, dirt bikes.
The inner gate can be lowered out of the way to allow closer access into the bed for loading and unloading or to create a full-width step to create an easier entrance and exit in and out of the bed. Additional exterior accessories can be added to the MultiPro gate. These include the Kicker MultiPro 100-watt Sound System as well as USB ports. Step lights can be incorporated for an added charge.
In addition to several available Tonneau Cover selections that start at $329 for a soft roll-up and stretch to over $2,500 for a powered retractable cover, a variety of tools and systems can be ordered to customize the bed/cargo area. These bed utility add-ons include
- Totes
- Storage Boxes
- Swingout Side Toolboxes
- Mounted Side Toolboxes
- Side Tables
- Bed Rails
- Elevated Cross Rails
- Tie Downs (Standard, Pocket Push-Up)
- Grab Handles
- Cargo Nets
- Heavy Duty Cargo Divider Net
- Cargo Lights
- Bed Racks
- Bed Rack Systems
- Ladder Racks
- Bed Extender/Dividers
DRIVELINE | ENGINE OPTION |
|---|---|
Two-Wheel Drive Denali | 5.3 Liter EcoTec 3 V-8 |
Two-Wheel Drive Denali | 3.0 Liter Duramax® Turbo Diesel |
Four-Wheel Drive Denali | 3.0 Liter Duramax® Turbo Diesel |
Four-Wheel Drive Denali Ultimate | 6.2 Liter EcoTec 3 V-8 |
Four-Wheel Drive Denali Ultimate | 3.0 Liter Duramax® Turbo Diesel |
The 2023 Denali’s towing capacity ranges from 8,900 to 9,300 Pounds. The payload spans 1,680 to 1,990 Pounds.
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Dimensions
DIMENSIONS | CREW CAB, SHORT BOX CREW | CREW CAB, STANDARD BOX |
|---|---|---|
Front Headroom | 43.03 Inches | 43.03 Inches |
Front Leg Room | 44.53 Inches | 44.53 Inches |
Rear Headroom | 40.12 Inches | 40.12 Inches |
Length | 231.92 Inches | 241.45 Inches |
Width (Without Mirrors) | 81.24 Inches | 81.24 Inches |
Ground Clearance | 7.89 Inches | 7.97 Inches |
Cargo Box Length (at Floor) | 69.92 Inches | 79.44 |
Cargo Box Width (at Wheelhouse / Floor) | 50.63 / 71.40 Inches | 50.63 / 71.40 Inches |
Cargo Volume | 62.90 Feet | 71.70 Feet |
Passenger Capacity | Five | Five |
Exterior Design
The 2023 Sierra 1500 Denali is easily recognizable with its signature aesthetic. The features on the 2022 Sierra refresh carryover into the 2023 model year. The distinctive Denali grille is surrounded by a pronounced front fascia and C-shaped daytime running lights. Chrome lovers will enjoy the polished accents standard on the Denali, including the badging, door handles, mirror caps, moldings, and window surrounds.
The stance on the four-wheel-drive Denali can be altered with a two-inch suspension lift, one of the more pronounced visual change options available upon order. It is available to be installed and backed by an authorized GMC dealer. GMC offers seven exterior colors; however, only Summit White is available without an upcharge. The remaining six vary in added cost.
EXTERIOR COLOR | COST |
|---|---|
Summit White | $0 |
Onyx Black | $495 |
Sterling Metallic | $495 |
Titanium Rush Metallic | $495 |
Pacific Blue Metallic | $495 |
Volcanic Red Tintcoat | $645 |
White Frost Tricoat | $1,095 |
A set of 20 or 22-inch all-season or all-terrain GMC black walls wrap the wheels. 20-inch multidimensional polished aluminum wheels are standard. Ten other 22-inch wheel options can be selected ranging between $2,995 to $3,695, depending on the version. Painted black wheels are also an option on the Denali; however a more contemporary sans chrome, Graphite Edition is reserved for other Sierra models as opposed to the Denali.
The following finishes can be chosen:
- Painted Aluminum
- Polished Aluminum
- Bright Chrome
- Carbon Flash Metallic
- Gloss Black
- High Gloss Black
Several other exterior al-a-carte options can be added to further spruce up your Sierra.
EXTERIOR OPTIONS | COST |
|---|---|
GMC MutiPro Tailgate Step Lights | $210 |
Front and Rear Black Molded Splash Guards | $240 |
Illuminated Front Red GMC Emblem | $425 |
Body Colo Match Wheel Arch Moldings | $750 |
A Kicker MultiPro ™ Audio System | $870 |
GMC MultiPro Power Steps | $1,195 |
Interior Quality And Technology
Once inside the cabin, you can choose a Jet Black Forge or Atmosphere/Brownstone combination for its perforated leather seat trim. Patterned aluminum and chrome trim, walnut wood detail, and embroidered Denali logos are added luxury details of the interior features.
The 2023 Sierra Denali interior's digital displays can be combined for over 40 inches of diagonal driver-focused massive screens that include a customizable infotainment system with built-in Google compatibility.
GM's Super Cruise will allow hands-free lane changes, hands-free trailer pulling, and hands-free travel, on more than the compatible 200,000 miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada. A Tech Package runs the budget up to $1,840. It includes a rear camera mirror, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Heads-up Display.
The Cargo Convenience Package offers a console-mounted safe and rear under-seat storage for $550.The Denali Illumination Package provides an illuminated front Red GMC emblem, Denali illuminated door sills, and a GMC illuminated puddle lamp emblem. It adds $995 to the price.
2023 GMC Sierra Denali 1500 Price And Availability
The base MSRP for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali starts at $67,595 for the crew cab, and short box and increases to $71,395 for the crew, cab standard box. Many of the Denali's optional features and packages are standard on the GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate which has a base price starting at $82,200. The GMC configurator allows a customer to add the optional bells and whistles in a customized GMC Sierra 1500 Denali build and price process.
Fender flares, splash guards, and accent lighting can also be added to the exterior options.
For $5,130, the Denali Reserve Package includes the Tech Package and adds:
- Powered Sunroof
- GMC MultiPro Power Steps (automatically-retracting assist steps)
- Rear Camera Mirror
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Wheel Locks
- 22-Inch Painted Aluminum Wheels
- Heads-Up Display
With late availability, the Denali Reserve Cruise Package will be priced at $7,430 and will include the following:
- MultiPro Power Steps
- Power Sunroof
- Rear Camera Mirror
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Super Cruise ™ Steering Wheel
- Super Cruise Driver Assistance
- Wheel Locks
- 22-Inch Painted Aluminum Wheels
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking with Forward Collision Alert
- Heads-Up Display
Beyond the available packages, GMC has an al-a-carte menu for mechanical options.
MECHANICAL OPTION | COST |
|---|---|
Trailer Tire Pressure and Temp Sensors | $50 |
Engine Block Heater | $100 |
Cargo Tie-Downs (Four) | $110 |
Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System | $2,435 |
Exhaust Tips (Chrome, Black Chrome, Carbon Fiber) | $189 - $399 |
Brembo Brake Upgrade (Six-Piston Fronts, Color-Matched Rear Calipers) | $2,995 |
Lifted Suspension Upgrade | $995 |
Various types of trailer wiring harness, hitch balls and mounts, accessories, and HookUp Assistance can be added to the build.
Configure your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali here.
Safety
- The standard safety features on the Denali include:
- Blind Spot Alert
- Collision Warning System
- Child Door Locks
- Parental Control System
- Pedestrian Detection
- Traction Control
- Surround View Camera
Main Competition
GM's own 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country Pickup would be a primary competitor of the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. In the two-wheel-drive, crew cab configuration with the 5.3-Liter EcoTec3 V-8, the average price on each is within $3,000. The safety features, performance, fuel economy, and warranty are all very similar.
J.D. Power has classified the Sierra 1500 as a consumer-verified 85 out of 100. The score ties it as the Best Large Light Duty Pickup of 2023, alongside the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, beating out the Ford F-150 and the Ram Truck 1500 Classic. Other rivals include the Toyota Tundra in Capstone trim. A closer look at the Sierra 1500 Denali and Denali Ultimate highlights its standout features with more cargo bed volume and the most prominent driver-focused digital display than any of its competitors.
FAQ
Q: Will the 2023 GMC Sierra be redesigned?
GMC debuted the new Sierra Denali Ultimate trim in 2022, and it will remain an option for 2023. Other popular options previously introduced such as Super Cruise technology, the large 15-inch head-up display, and new exterior colors will be included in the 2023 models. A $1,000 price increase is anticipated for the 2023 model year.
Q: What's the difference between Denali and Denali Ultimate?
The Denali Ultimate features enhanced luxury, technology, and audio system as standard inclusions. Unique details on the Ultimate trim also include exclusive wheels, grille, and logos.
Q: What is the difference between the 2022 and 2023 GMC Sierra?
There is a $1,000 MSRP increase between the 2022 and 2023 GMC Sierra production years across all models and trim levels.
Q: Is Denali the highest trim package?
The Denali Ultimate is the trim package with the highest level of luxury and the most innovative tech available.