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2022 GMC Sierra HD Base Trim Renamed To Sierra Pro

The base trim level of the 2022 GMC Sierra HD will have a new, more identifiable name, GM Authority can confirm.

The entry-level trim for the 2021 mode-year GMC Sierra HD was simply referred to as the ‘base’ trim or simply as the ‘Sierra’ and did not carry an official name. From 2022 onward, however, the base trim level for the truck will be called ‘Pro’ – likely a reference to the tradesman and other working professionals that usually buy the entry-level trim of heavy-duty pickups. This change will apply to both the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD.

Standard equipment on the 2021 model-year GMC Sierra HD ‘base’ includes a seven-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, LED headlamps and taillights, an automatic locking rear differential, hill start assist and a rear vision camera, among much more. Prices start at $37,895 for the Sierra 2500HD Regular Cab Long Bed model with two-wheel drive and the 6.6L L8T V8 gasoline engine.

This won’t be the only change applied to the GMC Sierra HD in the near future. As GM Authority reported previously, the mid-cycle enhancement, which is expected to arrive for either the 2023 or 2024 model year, will introduce updated powertrains to the pickup. It’s not entirely clear what these powertrain updates may entail yet, although we understand they will be applied to both the atmospheric 6.6L V8 L8T gasoline engine and the 6.6L V8 L5P turbodiesel Duramax.

When equipped with the 6.6L V8 L8T gasoline engine, the current GMC Sierra HD is rated at 401 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 464 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. When equipped with the 6.6L V8 L5P turbodiesel Duramax engine, output is rated at 445 horsepower at 2,800 rpm and 910 pound-feet of torque at 1,600 rpm. The gasoline engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the diesel engine mates to a 10-speed automatic transmission. These same figures apply to the closely related Chevy Silverado HD.

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  1. I think I like the Sierra HD front end better than the Silverado HD front end .

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    1. I actually like the Silverado HD better. It was a tad jolting at first but now I think they look great… very commanding on approach.

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  2. A brick wall looks nicer than the Silverado HD front end…..

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  3. I like the Chevy better and I hate to say it but every time I see a new RAM from head on it looks a Kia or Hyundai lol. Also just what working people need leather and soft touch interiors! Give me cloth and good old plastic dash that can take a beating.

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  4. I like w/t just like those initials

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  5. I guess I’m old school, or maybe just old but I’d guess they could chop a few grand off easy without an “infotainment” screen and the useless stuff that ties with that. Offer vinyl or cloth inter with a good rubber floor. Radio and sure a/c is a nice treat. Keep the locker and put the rest on a traverse.

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    1. You’re old school. They can’t get rid of the screen because since 2018, the law requires a backup camera.

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      1. No kidding. It’s the law for a back up camera? No wonder people can’t drive.

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    2. It would cost more to give you less,rubber floors are still available but most dealers do not get them as you can get a set of weathertechs or similar,phone pairing saves people from fiddling with phones and kissing the vehicle in front of you in the ass.

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      1. It’s a great looking truck. I’m glad they offer a work trim. It’s a lot of money but everything is. I like being able to mechanic on my truck so I bought older. The camera does come in handy when backing up to a trailer.

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  6. I am a little surprised by this. I figured GMC was moving upscale, and have been expecting the base model Sierra, regular cabs, and other primarily commercial trucks would eventually be dropped. No question the Sierra is the best looking full size pickup on the market. I figure the update will make it even better looking.

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  7. Where’s the 6′-6″ bed , damnit

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