2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date

Model Preview

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 is entering the new model year with a new off-road-ready AT4X AEV Edition trim. This trim is meant for off-roading with steel front and rear bumpers, recovery points, a front winch, additional steel skid plates, special 18-inch wheels, and 33-inch Goodyear tires. Beyond the new trim, the 2023 Sierra 1500 is a carryover model. The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 differs from the previous-gen Sierra 1500, which GMC continues to sell as the Sierra 1500 Limited.

On the outside, the 2023 Sierra 1500 will have a similar design to the current model. The current Sierra 1500 has a bold, upscale design with a squared-off grille, and c-shaped daytime running lights. Depending on trim level, the Sierra 1500 can skew upscale or rugged. The Denali gets its own unique grille with more prominent horizontal bars and chrome exterior touches, while the AT4X trim has a unique grille and more rugged exterior touches.

The current Sierra 1500 has an interior design that ranges from work-oriented to luxurious depending on trim level. The basic Pro trim has a work-ready look with large controls, a small central touchscreen, and chunky styling. Higher trims gain a larger touchscreen that’s slightly angled toward the driver and fewer controls that sit lower in the center console. Higher trims also ditch the steering wheel-mounted shifter for a more modern shift knob. We expect the design of the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 to stay close to the current model that’s on sale.

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date

On the tech front, GMC isn’t expected to make any changes to the 2023 Sierra 1500’s list of features. Base models should continue to come with a 7-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, two audio speakers, and multiple USB ports. Available features include a 13.4-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone compatibility, a Bose audio system, a wireless charging pad, a Wi-Fi hot spot, Google Maps, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 will be available with four engines. A turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine is standard. A 3.0-liter turbodiesel six-cylinder engine is also available. GMC offers the Sierra 1500 with two V8 engines. The first is a 5.3-liter V8, while a larger 6.2-liter V8 is also available. Power ranges from 277 horsepower with the diesel engine up to 420 hp with the 6.2-liter V8. When properly equipped, the Sierra 1500 can tow up to 13,200 pounds.

Safety features should go unchanged for the 2023 model year. Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assist will be standard. Available safety features will include a surround-view parking camera, parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and Super Cruise.

Pricing & Release Date

Pricing for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 will start at $36,695 (with destination) and go up to $82,295. Production of the 2023 Sierra 1500 is expected to begin before the end of August.

The GMC Sierra 1500 will compete against the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Tundra, and RAM 1500.

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2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date

Overlanders rejoiced when they heard that the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X and AT4X AEV Edition were on their way. If you've experienced a truck like this, your main hobby probably involves conquering rugged trails. If not, you'll be astounded by what this all-terrain beast can do.

Get a sneak peek below, and once the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X release date arrives, visit Wilkins Buick GMC for a test drive.

What Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X?

Sierra AT4 models let you explore the wild in the lap of luxury; the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X is expected to take those benefits to the extreme. While we don’t know everything about this vehicle yet, here is what we expect to see.

For starters, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X has Terrain Mode with rock-crawl optimized capabilities, unique chassis tuning, a factory 2-inch suspension lift with tuned springs, advanced Multimatic DSSV dampers, an exclusive combo of front and rear e-locker differentials, steel skid plates, and much more.

It'll likely come standard with Goodyear® Wrangler DuraTrac® mud-terrain tires and 4WD. In short, the AT4X trim will turn a new GMC Sierra 1500 for sale into the high-end off-roader you've been dreaming about.


2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X Dimensions & Specs

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X will only be available in crew cab/short box configuration; we anticipate that it will measure 232.9 inches long, 81.24 inches wide, and 78.35 inches tall.

11.1 inches of ground clearance, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and a 6.2-liter V-8 engine outputting 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque are likely to come standard.

2022 GMC Sierra specs show that this vehicle has up to 11,800 pounds1 of towing capacity when properly equipped; we expect a similar figure for the 2023 model.

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date


2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date

Inside the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X, we expect a dreamy world of high-end luxuries awaits. We think that rich full-grain leather upholstery and stitched accents will start the show, followed by genuine Vanta Ash wood trim and unique color options.

16-way power front seats with heating, ventilation, and a massage function are likely to whisk you into a world of next-level comfort. A 12-speaker Bose® Premium audio system may set the mood, and a 13.4-inch touch-screen infotainment display may keep you connected.


What Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition?

AEV is a premier manufacturer of custom parts designed to enhance your overlanding capabilities.

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition kicks everything we mentioned up a notch. Firstly, a unique set of AEV steel bumpers are added, combining armored protection, winch-mounting capabilities, and beefy recovery points. Five boron steel skid plates, laser-engraved 18-inch Salta wheels wrapped in 33-inch Goodyear® Wrangler Territory Mud-Terrain tires, and available rocker panel armor come next.

With an AEV front grille/fascia setup, improved approach/departure angles, and AEV branded interior embroidery/exterior badging completing this upgraded edition, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition is a next-level package for a next-level truck.

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 release date


Get Ready for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X Release Date

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X and AT4X AEV Edition are expected to enter production by late August 2022. If you're looking to discover these off-road beasts or heavy-duty haulers like a new GMC Sierra 2500 for sale, we've got you covered. Contact Wilkins Buick GMC to see how you can reserve a GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X today.

FAQs About the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X

What is the difference between the SLT and AT4?

The GMC Sierra 1500 SLT is a high-end trim that prioritizes comfort, convenience, connectivity, and stylish upgrades. The GMC Sierra AT4 carries over most of these upgrades but adds a distinct set of off-road-ready features like a factory suspension lift, a locking rear differential, skid plates, and much more.

What is the Sierra all-terrain package?

The Sierra all-terrain package (AT4 trim) is an exclusive set of benefits that transform a GMC Sierra into a highly luxurious, highly capable all-terrain beast. From a 13.4-inch touch-screen infotainment display and heated/ventilated leather-trimmed front seats to an e-locker rear differential and skid plates, AT4 models are the total package for off-road luxury.

Is the GMC Sierra changing for 2023?

The GMC Sierra was redesigned for 2022; 2023 sees few major changes. However, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X is one such significant change, and it takes the off-road dominating AT4 trim to new heights with features like front and rear e-locker differentials and Multimatic DSSV dampers.

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WHEN CAN 2023 GMC be ordered?

Order books for the 2023 Sierra HD will open May 5th, 2022. As a reminder, the GMC Sierra HD is built at the GM Flint production facility in Flint, Michigan.

Will the 2023 GMC Sierra be redesigned?

The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 refines the redesigned interior that the model received in 2022. Luxuries like massaging, climate-controlled 16-way power front seats are waiting alongside high-tech appointments like a 13.4-Inch touch-screen infotainment display and more.

Is there a new GMC Sierra coming out?

The new 2022 model year introduces the First Ever Sierra 1500 AT4X: The New Peak of Premium Off-Roading. This new trim brings first-class luxury while elevating the rugged capability the AT4 brand is built on. It's how GMC takes no-compromise off roading to the next level.

How long does it take to order a 2022 GMC truck?

A general rule of thumb to follow is 6-8 weeks but this can vary and take more or less time. Riverhead Buick GMC can provide a more precise estimate depending on the vehicle you are interested in.