GMC Sierra EV review

There are now three Sierra EV models to choose from. The Elevation trim is the low-end version with the minimum capabilities in terms of power, range and towing capacity. This one starts at $62,000 with the standard battery pack, 18-inch wheels and no rear-wheel steering.

The more upscale Denali is priced at $69k and includes more features like four-wheel steering, 22-to-24in wheels and larger battery options. The Denali is also setup with an adjustable air suspension like its fancy Cadillac cousin, the Escalade IQ.

Lastly, the AT4 is the more rugged version with the coil suspension and size 18 wheels like the Elevation, but it has rear-wheel steering and larger battery options, plus trim-exclusive drive modes.

Which one should I get?

Boils down to what mood you’re in. On one hand, the Denali is compelling as an all-rounder. With its large wheels, air suspension and luxury-leaning options, it’s the most comfortable version. Sure the AT4 is slightly more hardcore, but while the Denali is less capable, it is still able to truck stuff. The AT4 on the other hand is built for a wider scope of use, and we’d trust the old-fashioned coil suspension over the air bags when it came to off-road use.

Alternatives? In this segment, the Rivian R1T is a compelling electric pickup, particularly the dual motor version that starts at about $78,000. Though fun and capable, the boutique nature of the brand means capability comes at a cost. How rugged you want to be comes down to how precious you regard it.

Ford’s F-150 Lightning has a number of models to choose from and has the F-150 level of versatility millions of drivers swear by. It doesn’t do cool things like ‘crustacean strut’ but it’s useful in other ways. It’s also priced competitively as well, with only its $85,000 Platinum model exceeding the Sierra’s starting costs.