New generation, new engines, higher prices — GMC’s Sierra 1500 arrives for 2027 with a six-trim lineup and sticker increases across nearly every model. The entry point for a four-wheel-drive crew-cab is now $51,295 (including a $2,795 destination charge), up $1,955 from the comparable 2026 truck. Before stepping into a dealership, knowing what changed — and what it costs — gives you a real advantage at the negotiating table.
GMC cut the SLE and SLT grades entirely, making Elevation the principal middle trim. The range currently spans $51,295 to $87,895, and pricing so far covers only 4WD crew-cab configurations. The affordable new car has become increasingly rare as trucks like this push well past $50,000 at entry level.
What Each Trim Costs Now
A $36,600 spread separates the workhorse from the flagship.
The six trims break down like this:
- Pro: $51,295 (+$1,955); 350-hp 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder standard
- Elevation: $59,995 (+$3,600); replaces SLE/SLT as the middle trim; 402-hp 5.7-liter V-8 and 3.0-liter Duramax diesel available
- AT4: $73,495 (+$2,700); 2-inch suspension lift, all-terrain tires, 402-hp 5.7-liter V-8 standard; Duramax available
- AT4X: $85,495 (+$3,100); 35-inch tires, electronically controlled dampers (Multimatic Jounce system), front and rear electronic lockers; 481-hp 6.6-liter V-8 available
- Denali: $76,795 (+$4,105 — largest dollar increase); 402-hp V-8 standard, specially tuned suspension, upscale cabin materials
- Denali Ultimate: $87,895 (+$205 — smallest increase); 501 lb-ft 6.6-liter V-8, Super Cruise, Bose audio, massaging seats, passenger-facing display, underbody cameras, 34-gallon fuel tank, 22-inch wheels
The Denali absorbs the biggest dollar hit of any trim — $4,105 is not rounding error. For that increase, buyers get the new sixth-generation V-8, a tuned suspension, and a more premium cabin. With trucks priced this high, it’s worth understanding how a $1,000 Car Payment factors into the total cost of ownership before committing to a trim. The price movement reflects a meaningful equipment upgrade over the outgoing model.
Then there’s the Denali Ultimate, sitting at nearly $88,000 and barely nudging from last year’s price. A truck equipped with Super Cruise, massaging seats, and a passenger-facing display moved just $205. As a pattern across the lineup, the more fully loaded the trim, the smaller the year-over-year increase.
New Engines, New Gearbox
Four powertrain options, all paired with a 10-speed automatic.
The 2027 Sierra 1500 carries four engines:
- 2.7-liter turbo four (350 hp)
- 3.0-liter Duramax straight-six diesel
- New sixth-generation 5.7-liter V-8 (402 hp)
- 6.6-liter V-8 producing 481 hp and 501 lb-ft of torque
Every half-ton Sierra pairs its engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Trucks reach dealers before the end of 2026. Pricing for other cab and bed configurations has not been released yet, so the complete cost picture for regular-cab and double-cab buyers remains pending. If you’re cross-shopping now, factor in that gap before making a final call — and browse Truck Accessories that can help you get the most out of whichever trim you choose.
