2026 GMC Sierra
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Body styles
- 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Diesel, Regular Gasoline, FFV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 23 city / 28 hwy
- EV range
- 410 mi · 11.5 h on 240 V
- Length
- 231.9–241.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,619–4,888 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 37% better than the average 2026 standard pickup truck (18.3 MPG).
- Long EV rangeUp to 410 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 GMC Sierra is a standard pickup truck offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 241 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 157-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,694 lb (1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (23 city / 28 highway), 37% better than the 2026 standard pickup truck average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $1,100 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 410 miles and takes about 11.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2026
- Longest EV range up from 390 to 410 miles
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Sierra →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD | 241.3 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 156.7 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,694 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD | 241.3 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 156.7 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,888 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,623 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,835 lb | 58/42 |
| 1500 Double Cab M/Box 2WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,619 lb | |
| 1500 Double Cab M/Box 4WD | 231.9 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 147.2 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 4,835 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIERRA EV Ext Range (11kW Charger) EV | 255 and 256 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 410 mi · 49.5493 kWh/100mi | – | $1,100 | – |
| SIERRA EV Std Range (11kW Charger) EV | 255 and 256 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 283 mi · 50.2832 kWh/100mi | – | $1,150 | – |
| SIERRA EV Ext Range (19kW Charger) EV | 255 and 256 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 385 mi · 52.4183 kWh/100mi | – | $1,200 | – |
| Sierra 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +22% | $3,850 | 402 |
| Sierra 4WD with Sport Mode Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 26 / 24 | +31% | $4,000 | 428 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires with Sport Mode Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 24 / 23 | +26% | $4,150 | 451 |
| Sierra 2WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 21 / 20 | -2% | $3,350 | 464 |
| Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 19 | -7% | $3,550 | 472 |
| Sierra 4WD AT4X with Sport Mode Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 20 / 19 | +4% | $5,050 | 524 |
| Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -12% | $3,700 | 495 |
| Sierra 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | -2% | $3,700 | 491 |
| Sierra 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -17% | $3,950 | 514 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 17 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 536 |
| Sierra 4WD with Sport Mode | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 18 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 513 |
| Sierra 4WD FFV FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 524 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD FFV FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 524 |
| Sierra 4WD with Sport Mode | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 522 |
| Sierra 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -13% | $5,150 | 539 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD (Sport Mode) | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | -13% | $4,200 | 561 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | -13% | $4,200 | 550 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 16 | -13% | $4,200 | 567 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | – | $4,200 | 551 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 15 | -18% | $5,500 | 593 |
| Sierra 4WD AT4X | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | -18% | $5,500 | 601 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | – | $4,450 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 GMC Sierra.
Similar 2026 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GMC Sierra (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Ford F-150 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado | 25 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2026 Toyota Tundra | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
Recalls (6)
Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · Jul 30, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V496000 · 952 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. A manufacturing defect may result in the steel wheels cracking at the disc vent holes.
- Risk
- A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Jul 30, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V494000 · 11 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup vehicles. The high voltage battery may have an improperly secured internal module component.
- Risk
- A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) · May 7, 2026 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 26V289000 · 66 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
- Risk
- Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module · Mar 5, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V129000 · 11,807 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks (RPOs L8T and N2N). The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262544420. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
- Risk
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) › Control Module › Software · Sep 11, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V594000 · 1,191 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV electric vehicles. After experiencing an electronic stability control (ESC) system malfunction, the ESC malfunction warning light may not illuminate on the next key cycle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Risk
- An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an ESC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The EBCM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 15, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252515340.
Not every 2026 GMC Sierra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
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Other Sierra years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 178 |
| 2024 Sierra | 25 | 233.1 in | Not rated | 8 | 538 |
| 2023 Sierra | 26 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 558 |
| 2022 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 8 | 674 |
| 2021 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 10 | 668 |
| 2020 Sierra | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 16 | 624 |
| 2019 Sierra | 21 | 225.6 in | Not rated | 17 | 729 |
| 2018 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 12 | 371 |
| 2017 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 11 | 481 |
| 2016 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 13 | 457 |
| 2015 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 23 | 915 |
| 2014 Sierra | 20 | 235.4 in | Not rated | 22 | 814 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →