Earlier this week, General Motors released a teaser video and images of the refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 ahead of its official debut on October 21st. The shadowy teasers left quite a bit to the imagination, so we went ahead and brightened the images up a bit, revealing some of the updated truck’s design secrets.
As our enhanced images show the refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra 1500’s new front fascia, which includes a larger grille, different bumper and a thinner lower fascia section. It also features new headlights with a rounded C-shaped signature, which extend into the lower portion of the front grille to give the pickup a more commanding presence. The model pictured in this teaser image also retains the Sierra’s large hood air intake. Trim-specific grille treatments will continue to be offered on the truck as well, helping to differentiate range-topping Denali and Denali Ultimate trims from lesser variants. It’s also worth noting the revised front air curtain treatment, which GM Authority first brought to light back in August.
Between our enhanced teaser images, along with exclusive spy images previously obtained by GM Authority, we now have a very good idea of the exterior design changes that are in store for the updated GMC Sierra 1500. The side and rear ends of the 2022 Sierra refresh will not see as many changes as the front end, with the cab, bed, taillights, tailgate and exhaust cutouts set to appear very similar to the pre-refresh models.
While exterior styling changes are welcome, consumers will likely be most excited about the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500’s completely overhauled interior, which will introduce a new digital cockpit display, a widescreen infotainment display, and new technology like GM’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous driver assist feature with towing capabilities.
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 will also drop the 4.3L V6 LV3 gasoline engine from its powertrain lineup, as well as the naturally aspirated 5.3L V8 L82 engine. Just as with the updated 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500, the available turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine will get a substantial torque boost to 420 pound-feet, while the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax engine option will get a significant tow rating upgrade.
GM Authority will have full details on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 immediately following its debut next week. In the meantime, be sure to subscribe for more GMC Sierra news, GMC news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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Looks really, really good.
For me personally, I’ve found the Sierra to be the best-looking truck (from the outside…not so much in) for several years now. I like the fact that they didn’t adjust too much…the Ram influence is obvious here. That’s the flowing lines they added in to break up the blockiness.
I give it a 9/10, better than Ram (8/10), Chevy (8/10) and Ford (7/10, GMC ripoff). And the Tundra…not even worth talking about.
Agree, GMC has the best looking truck for a while, and will finally get a nicer interior, but the F150, and Tundra smoke it when it comes to powertrains, and that does conquest some customers who are tired of GM’s weak 5.3, and gas guzzling 6.2. GM is making a mistake to keep the 8 speed transmission in production as those have been a nightmare for far too many people, and not having a competitive hybrid platform with generator like the F150 is GM just accepting mediocrity.
You mean the gas guzzling 6.2 that gets the same MPG as Toyota’s twin turbo V-6’s?
6.2 has the 10spd already, and the 5.3 will get the 10spd with the refresh.
Also, Toyota has no diesel…and Ford isn’t committed to theirs like GM is.
You want fuel mileage, buy the GM inline 6 diesel.
I do wish GM would upgrade the 5.3 and give it more performance.
Upgrade it to a 5.7 and it should get 390 HP. on regular just like a hemi.
Negative. The hemi’s power is rated at 89 octane, and many dynos confirm its drops almost 15 hp and 10 tq on 87, further its a “hotter” cam. Its inferior to the 5.3 till about 3000 rpm, and doesn’t truly overtake the 5.3 till mid 4k’s. the only time the hemi is supperior is if you were racing, and then just use 93 octane to close the power gap. the flex fuel 5.3 gets 380 HP and 410 TQ on ethanol, so 93 octane would get close to that. the 5.3 is a great engine as an “entry level v8” as its as cheap as the hemi yet more refined, cheaper than all fords but the 3.3 v6, and cheaper than the new Toyota iforce. just see what the prices on a V8 custom were last year. most were cheaper than a ford 2.7 turbo XLT. what GM really needs to do is 2 things,
1, make the 6.2 the optional engine on every trim
2, on the high country/denali, make the performance air intake and cat back exhaust standard from the factory (435hp and 470tq) as the package is really pricey for dealerships (almost 2K) but when a dealer doesnt need any man hours and its already installed and you save the price of the original parts, you could offer it for only ~500$ PS, the sound of it alone is reason enough to just forget ford.
Jake
What is your source for 380 hp on E85?
I still have the Monroney from the 14 I used to own and it does not state those #s.
When E-10 was around/over $4 I used E-85 because it was a little over $2 and I never felt any added power but a fuel economy drop of about 3 mpg.
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GMA L83 engine. FYI, I was wrong, TQ on ethanol with the 5.3 is actually 416TQ, I was a bit low
You are right on with your specs.
I felt no difference on E85 I guess I should have turned off traction control and did a burnout.
I could easily convert my non-E85 18 to run on it but it makes no sense since it now costs the same as E-10
I have a 2018 Silverado with the 5.3 and I was surprised it didnt run on E85. My 2008 5.3L took ethanol. It made a little more power but economy was absolutely terrible. 10-11MPG city taking it easy.
In 18 it is a $100 dollar option.You may just need to add the sensor that analyzes the % of ethanol but the price of E-85 is = to E-10 in my area making it pointless IMO
I think GM should have a Hybrid powertrain with 7.2kw generator like the F150. GM has nothing to compete with the performance f the Hybrid, both on the road or on the construction site.
You mention the Tundra TTV6 that has more average power and peaks at a usable RPM compared to the 6.2 which like most aspirated V8’s makes its power in an rpm range most trucks never see. Tundra Hybrid 437 hp and 583 lb-ft, GM has nothing to compete with that, and when you think it hits peak torque at 2400 RPM, its just a more pleasurable driving experience.
Who needs hybrid when you can have an electric vehicle to bridge in that gap and provide the optimum power and of course instant TORQUE curb. The hybrid powertrain will solve most issues of the naturally aspirated engines but electric will bring that to a whole new level.
ummmm, until you get stranded/cant recharge it because or rolling blackouts and CAFE states banned your generator, and your neigbor drives away in a chevy advance design with a blue flame I6 and a metal gas can that hes been saving for years. not to mention for the cost of ownership, i can get a 6.2, add in aftermarkey aux fuel tanks, and add an air suspension and a supercharger in a system capable of 0-60 in 2.8 seconds.
That’s not the point, I didn’t mean speed, this is a truck for crying out loud. The Electric powertrain will solve the torque delivery issues on the natural aspirated engine 6.2 liter engine. Because this is a truck, torque is critical. I need the instant torque of an electric motor not the speed. The torque of a 6.2 engine arrives at a higher RPM so that means the engine has to work harder and that the max torque doesn’t as instantly as you’d expect. No matter what upgrades you make on the 6.2 liter engine aftermarket, it cannot match the instant torque curb. Internal combustion engine car torque arrives at a certain RPM while electric cars it comes instantly. Not to mention, the fuel economy of a 6.2 liter V8.
Need instant torque? Brake torque your converter. Remember that eletric motors actually have pathetic standstill torque, and need a little motion to maintain an efficient field. The “instant torque” is all smoke and mirrors so nobody looks at BEV’s poor high speed torque. Also efficiency?!?!? Haven’t we been talking about BEV’s masssive drop in efficiency under load as they use their less efficient induction motors and the batteries start heating up and having tons of internal resistance???? Remember OVH engines in particular actually are most efficient at 2-3000rpm and ~92% throttle where the engine has no throttle losses and engine friction is no longer more than the power demand. BEV’s are happiest empty, OHV engines are happiest loaded.
I am talking about fully electric truck not the hybrids
Gas guzzling 6.2???? I have seen as good as 26 mpg and am always averaging better than 20 mpg even in city driving. For a V8 offering the power this engine does I find that pretty respectable! Those who promote the diesel option are ignoring long term maintenance costs which can be substantial! The only way I could justify a diesel is if I could afford a new one before the warranty expired!
And you are pupying it
I’m trying to see the Ram influence you mentioned..?
Toyota is garbage
Government motors shill 🚨👆
The Toyota v6tt is sourced from the same block as what’s equipped in the LS500, I’m curious enough about it
Still no large sunroof like the competition.
The large sunroof is not “all that.” Looks good, but comes with problems. I am moving away from an F150 with large, panorama sunroof and going back to GMC – not specifically because of the sunroof – more because I miss my GMC. The large sunroof makes noises periodically against the support brackets it has to have because of the expansive size and weight – and I hate squeaks and rattles. Also, I have had to replace the plastic guide rails on this big piece of glass twice in 5 years – again because of the expansive size and weight. Trust me, you will be better off with the normal size sunroof.
Who the hell needs a sunroof in a pickup? Go buy a Tesla, city slickers.
A lot of people who are loyal to gm are moving to a GMC from Chevy for the traditional look if they do not mind paying the extra cost over a Chevy.
The sales prove it.
Look GM offer two different looks and if people move from one to the other that is fine. The key is to get people to move from other brands to one of the two looks.
Years ago people complained that GMC was just a different grill. Now you complain because they try to give two different choices of mostly the same truck.
Can’t win no matter what with some.
They could win but getting rid of gmc. They can say all they want oh they are different trucks or they are different SUVs but I’m sorry they aren’t. One is cheaper and one is for the sucker who thinks he is getting something special.
It’s about choice, not everyone is on board with the Silverado’s looks, that’s as real as it gets.
Looks good but I would like to see designers take a step back on these mammoth grilles and high hoods.
You mean small grill and low hood like the first generation Titan?
Man I hope an pray they dont disappoint on The most luxurious truck in its class we will see
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Sierra + Silverado through Q3: 605,575 or about 70,000 more than anyone else
Sierra + Silverado 2020: 847,110 or about 60,000 more than anyone else
But who’s counting
Right so in order to get those numbers you combine both the Silverado and the Sierra congratulations at least it’s something to be happy about instead of a bolt catching fire. 👏🎈🎊🎉
Me 3, BTW how’s that failed Bronco launch coming along….
First Organized Recall Designated…..
Let’s see considering they have the hard top situation fixed I’d say pretty good. Also considering they have 120k+ Orders out of 160k who actually converted to actual orders I’d say those numbers are good wouldn’t you? The hype has not died down at all only grown since broncos are on the road now and the Everglades and raptor versions announced for summer of 22. I get you like gm that’s fine I like them to but you would be lying if you said these numbers aren’t good. Just in case I’ll say it again for you 120k+ actual orders
But yet they still can’t get any orders filled, recalls hitting the 1st batch, canceled orders. With GM at least a Vette is worth the $100k or so for markup as suckers paying that for a $30-$40K Ranger with a bodykit
I mean who can get orders filled? Everyone has issues with the chips but Ford is doing what they can. A lot of broncos that were sitting at MAP are now shipped go check out bronco6g lots of delivers you will see for yourself. By recall do you mean the hardtop issue? Or is it something else to?
It will be on the upcoming Silverado EV and more than likely, the 2024 Silverado / Sierra Redesign Trucks.
Will the AT4 be included in the 2022 refresh?
Probably
Yes
Pork if your worried about having a 4th child then…. Put your dick away! Don’t blame me… I was just stating a fact that a GMC ICE Truck has nothing to do with the Bolt fires… Jeeez and yes I am a big kid and have big boy toys THANK YOU! 👌
I hope they don’t screw the look 🙂
Good that GM still offers GMC for the “grandpa” crowd with chrome bezels on everything, a little bit tacky on the add-ons and all, and Chevrolet for a somewhat tougher, less-adorned look. After all it’s the grandpas that have the money, design the expensive one for them.
There are plenty of people out there under 50 that prefer the traditional look in their truck,not everybody likes a camaroish look.
GMC has nothing to worry about the Toyota is still butt ugly, the F150 goes through turbos like a champ they are always breaking, The RAM is a recall nightmare! Like Pork says… Somehow a GMC truck has something to do with the Bolt fires??… Ignorance at it’s best!
Get off my nuts pat I already have 3 kids I don’t want a 4th.
I have had my GMC SLT Dually Duramax for six months and I love it. Inside and Out! I loved my 1998 Chev. SLE Dually with the 6.5 diesel. I sold her with 400,000 on the clock in excellent condition. The reason for the change was my wife and the lack of power to pull my 33foot 5th wheel trailer. I think the styling of the GMC is the best in the industry! That is MY “opinion” and that is why I ordered the truck equipped like I did. (Still miss my cd player.)
People buy trucks for different reasons and personalize them to suit themselves. Fortunately we live in a time that we can do that and feel “Proud” of our vehicles. it doesn’t matter what make you choose as long as the truck does its job a you feel happy behind the wheel.
For ME, “BLU” will be my last vehicle and he will probably out live me. As a veteran I have seen many things come and go good ideas and bad. I believe Diesel and Gas powered vehicles are the way to go. Electric are like a new toy and Hybrid are a “JOKE”! Either you believe in Electric or Fossil fuels! As long as we pollute producing electricity to power these new TOYS we are gaining nothing.
My Opinion! We should all be GREATFUL that WE can continue to be able to MAKE choices with the freedom so many gave their lives for us to enjoy. I smile and give the thumbs up to all the beautiful trucks I see on the road. Enjoy, Be Safe and Healthy!
I ordered a diesel AT4 2022 first week of October . Got just about all the goodies except phone charger and heated rear seats. However I still don’t have a Vin number
Did they tell you an estimate at least?
I have a 1955 GMC stepside long-wheelbase 122.5 in. pickup, V-8, GM Truck Hydramatic, 4-speed, Power Steering, BIG CHROME GRILL, STILL RUNNING GREAT, along with my 2016 Sierra Crew Cab, 2012 Terrain and 2001 Yukon…..GMC Ruled the 50s and it rules the 2020s !!! Cant wait to see the 2022 refresh but it will not be available soon, they are doing a Limited run which is just the 2021……What they are announcing Oct. 21, it might be the refresh but not available now. HAS ANYBODY
ACTUALLY SEEN THE CHEVY SILVERADO 4500-5500-6500 medium duty trucks that supposedly went on sale in 2019?
I never see them, just endless Ford F-350-750s, and the laughable Ram 3500+ Today I did actually see the International Navistar version of the Silverado 6500, it had a blackout grill,…..
Why didnt GMC get a version of the Chevy Blazer/Cadillac XT6? Instead the GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox and Buick Envision (all 3 on same frame and body) were downsized …the Terrain should have been the companion to the Blazer…..I have a 2012 Terrain (the original style) and it is so much larger than the 2021 Terrain.