Those of you that remember the GMC Sierra All Terrain HD concept truck from a few years ago may see a lot of its features in the design of the all-new 2014 Sierra 1500, including a massive grille, cubed lights, a protruding bumper, and a swollen hood. Indeed, the new GMC half-ton is closer in size to the outgoing, high-riding Heavy Duty models than the current light duty version. We’re not complaining, but a few of you might think the new Sierra comes off as comical.
Therefore, we’re asking you — wonderful readers: is the 2014 GMC Sierra hot, or not? Last comment wins. Go!
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Overall, the truck looks great. But something about those headlights makes me say “Not”. It somewhat looks like the truck is squinting. Or something. I’m not sure, but it makes the front end look very awkward.
The new Silverado looks better IMO.
Overlordspock said it correctly. The headlights are all wrong. They should look like that concept they had or something different that has quad headlights( two on each side of the grille. The headlights need to be reworked. Chevrolet got it right. Those headlights detract from the front end styling. GMC has been putting some unattractive front ends on all its vehicles for some time. The Yukon is not pretty either. They fix the headlight design, it will be fine.
Well, like many, I reserve my judgement (mostly) until I can see them in person. But, from the photos and descriptions, I would say that it is “hot”,or at least “hotter” than the last model.
Initially I wasn’t impressed. But I’ll wait to have a true opinion until I see it in person and actually drive it
I think its hot, but the head lights and the fog lights seem just a bit odd in design. Thinking it will look great in real life. I never liked the last design all that much, but bought a 07 and really have grow to like it. Also hated the redesign in 2003 but bought one then and really liked it.
Now the interior seems strange to me with that wrap of the dash around center stack and air outlets. But love the seats, door panels, steering wheel, just really nice.
And man do they look nice driving in the videos I have seen. Nothing like driving America in a GM pickup.
I’ll hold off judgement until we see the full line of updated trucks including HD editions
I like it alot
Where’s the denali?
Think that the grille — although GMC themed — isn’t strong enough to draw your eyes away from the headlights. They shouldn’t be the focus. I am thinking something stronger — big GMC in a grille like the Ford Raptor — and then your eyes would be drawn to the grille and the headlights become the accents that they should be.
HOT…..But Still Wanted Way More Innovation!!!!! 🙁
I like the pictures of the truck but will have to wait and see it in person to make a final judgement. As for innovation I believe that we haven’t seen the true innovation of the truck until the magazines get their hands on the truck. Especially waiting to see the numbers on all of the new engines and the fuel economy numbers on the new engine mated with the six speed tranny. As far as the Intellilink is I will have to get my hands on it to pass judgement. I am definitely interested in the new trucks. Can’t wait to test drive a few.
Katakis should have asked , the interior and exterior , hot or not ?? WE know nothing of the performance , no road test etc . For me , the looks are okay , about the same height and presence as Ram and Ford . The interior also looks okay and again probably covers the competition . The Chey model grill looks too much like the previous one . That bar that runs across it and on the cars is old in the tooth and should have been discarded years ago . Refining the beast shouldn’t take four years or more ! The competition is too tight and hungry !! Too bad the working man who needs the truck for his work/trade takes back seat to the wannabees who want to fit in….appearance is everything , interiors become fashion statements . ..sad really !
All the trucks shown are fully loaded ones, how ugly is the base model and the mid-trim one? The front reminds me of a Honda Pilot for some reason. I’ll have to wait and see one in person.
I like the Chevy. Would love the GMC if they changed those head lights. I am not a fan of those led strips on top and bottom of the head lights.
I am glade GM finally put four wheel disc brakes on all models and fully boxed the frame. So far, great job. Can’t wait to see what kind of mpg they are going to get with the eight speed transmission. If its only one or two mpg better then the current model, then the engineers need to be taken out back and beaten.
Verry Hot 🙂
Just saw an advert on Utube for the 2014 Sierra. All black, Crew Cab. Dang it looks good.
He is verry wunderfull and very nice and have a future, but we must wait of the 3500HD
Denali for look how the GMC develops.
Concept was very cool, especially side and rear profile. Production model shape is a real let down. Bummer! I like it better than the 2013 model, but overall I have to say “Not”. Guess I’ll be looking at the Ford.
Leave it to GM to omit everything that mattered and had people excited about the all-tarrain HD. They took the parts that were irrelevant, scrapped everything novel, ingenious, useful and cutting edge in order to keep peddling the same tired crap. You’d think we should get a say in whether they make it or not, I mean WE the people own billions in GM stock via the treasury bailout. But I digress….
*terrain
Not sure to what you are referring to specifically — can you please educate the rest of us???
As for owning stock and exercising day-to-day decision making, stockholders usually don’t get that privelege. That privelege gets you people on the board who represent you — and even they don’t make day to day detail decisions.
hopefully GM isn’t scared about the Ford ATLAS concept though 🙁
The more i see it the more i love it either way it makes ford and dodge look like shit like usuall no surprise there
Note the way the latest Ford 150 and Ram are minimizing the front end , with more slope to the hood line and shortening the firewall to bumper length . This allows for a more streamlined appearance and more cabin space , along with Ford losing 700 lbs and with its superb turbo V6 , performance and fuel economy will probably be the new benchmark . Will the new GM product prevail ? I think not as GM listens to its faithful customers and gives them what they want , a conservative approach , one that will give them respectable sales ….three cheers for respectability !
I’m kinda start to wonder that since now F150 loses 700lbs with the TT V6 would it still win the tug of war?? And also the next truck is doing the aluminum can it still win?
I can only go from what I see , but here where trucks are the BIG SELLER , there appears to be more wannabees driving 1/2 tons than people who need them for their work and hauling work gear & loads . They are easy to spot , the wannabees drive clean polished higher priced models ones that look like there isn’t a scratch on them and the truck beds look pristine . Perhaps wannabees is not an accurate description anymore as these newest ones are getting excellent fuel economy , the driver / passengers sit high up , visibility is superb , and they are much safer in case of accidents , 4 wheel drives are very popular , particularly here and in the northern states who have winter driving conditions . Interior appointments are as good as the best cars and comfort and roominess in some makes/models is excellent . There is a reverse snobbery that is upon us , people don’t want to drive gaudy expensive cars anymore , not draw undue attention to themselves , but drive refined , buy the popular higher priced models . Paying 50 grand isn’t a problem ! In SUVs , look at the BMWs’ , the Acuras’ the Lexus , etc , etc , from side or back you can’t tell what make they are , the front grill and the NAME says it all . This is one of the fastest growth markets in North America . Even the Kia’s and Hyundai have at least 4 suv models each on the market . Trucks still remain supreme though and as the wannabees outnumber the workers in this category , appearance , car-like ride comfort , appointments , economy and driving performance will sway more buyers than towing capacity and off road / gravel road and off road capability . Sorry if I sound like an A H , just one man’s take on the marketplace .
Definitely not, looks way too futuristic, and the headlights look like something off a toyota. Getting less and less impressed with GM as the years go by.
At first glance I do not like it. Looks like Gm is going backwards. I have owned gm trucks since 93 and have traded every 3 years or so. I hope I change my mind when I see it in person. I am commenting on the exterior, not the interior. Interior so far looks fine.
I will say that I saw both trucks in person last weekend at the Twin Cities Auto Show. The GMC looks much better in person than in the photos, but I still don’t like the headlights. The grille is magnificent though.
The Chevy still looks better.
Ugliest grill headlight combo. Ever on 2014 gmc.waited a yr. To get 2014 gmc. I’ll drive 14 but it will not be a gmc. Gmc was a leader in front looks. this is terrible. looks like the grill fords been running for 5 yrs. Clearly designed by foreigners..Toyota. yuk..sucks.
The fist in the wind as GM STAFF DESCRIBED the front end at the unveiling may just be part of the team who designed the phoney louvers at the back of the hood?? Lord,phoney louvers on a work truck,wonderful . Massive front end guess that means Look at us , we ‘re the baddest.Here is the skinny , both Ford and Ram have been improving their trucks every year,not like GM…every 4 yrs or so . The 2014 GM truck is okay and competetive but it will take a few years or more to have people forget the past . Weight reduction,streamlining,twin turbo V6,smaller robust twin turbo diesel would be nice ! Keep up the good work.
From all the complaints I have seen on the lack of an adequate headlight, (The LED seems to simply SUCK) .. I will keep my 08 or look into a Chevy or Ford with traditional headlights. Oh,. AND OVER $500 TO REPLACE ONE HEADLIGHT?? You gotta be kidding me!