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The 2026
GMC Sierra EV
adds two new trims, an off-roading AT4 model and a base Elevation trim that drops the price to $64,495.
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Additionally, there’s a new Standard Range battery option for the Elevation and Denali models, making the starting price of the Denali as low as $71,795.
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The 2026 Sierra EV is due to reach dealerships this summer.
The GMC Sierra EV, which first arrived for the 2024 model year, has so far only been available in the decadent Denali trim. But GMC is expanding the luxury
electric pickup truck’s
arsenal for 2026 with new variants and battery options. The Denali remains atop the lineup, but the Sierra EV’s base price drops by almost $28,000 with the introduction of the Elevation trim. There’s also a new AT4 model promising off-road capability.
A Trio of Batteries
For the 2024 Sierra EV, the vehicle comes equipped with a 205.0-kWh battery capable of delivering up to 440 miles per charge. In subsequent developments, GMC expanded its lineup by adding an Extended Range battery option scheduled for release in 2025; at this point, they also retitled the original 440-mile configuration as the Max Range battery. Moving into the 2026 model year, GMC will introduce a new lower-tier variant featuring a Standard Range battery.
The Elevation trim can be had with the Standard or Extended Range battery, while the AT4 will feature the Extended or Max Range battery and the Denali can be fitted with any of the three. GMC didn’t provide specific capacities in kilowatt-hours, and range estimates won’t be revealed until closer to the 2026 model’s arrival.
The different batteries do affect the tow rating. The Extended Range unit provides the best numbers, able to pull 12,500 pounds in the Elevation and Denali trims and 12,300 in the AT4 guise. With the Standard Range battery, the Sierra EV can tow up to 8500 pounds, while the Max Range pack is good for 10,200 pounds.
Horsepower and torque output also differ depending on the battery. The most potent is the Denali Max Range with 760 ponies, while the AT4 Max Range is capped at 725 horsepower. The AT4 Extended Range churns out 625 ponies while the Elevation and Denali Extended Range make 645 hp. Both Denali variants make 785 pound-feet of torque, while both AT4 models make 775 pound-feet and the Elevation Extended Range is good for 765 pound-feet. No figures were provided for the Standard Range battery models.
Lastly, each battery charges differently too. The Max Range and Extended Range units are built on an 800-volt architecture, with the former charging at up to 350 kW while the latter recharges at up to 300 kW. The Standard Range battery is a 400-volt unit, capping out at 220 kW.
Adventurous AT4
GMC first hinted at a rugged AT4 model when the Sierra EV was revealed in 2022. It’s finally here, sporting distinctive red tow hooks, an illuminated red GMC badge on the grille, and two extra inches of ground clearance. One inch comes from 35-inch all-terrain tires, while another inch is added via the lifted coil-spring suspension. The AT4 also gains a front skid plate.
There’s also an exclusive Terrain Mode, integrated with the one-pedal driving mode and automated braking. The AT4 also receives standard rear-wheel steering, enabling GMC’s CrabWalk diagonal driving feature. Super Cruise, General Motors’ hands-free driving system, and a head-up display are also standard. The cabin can also be fitted in an exclusive Forest Storm color.
The Premium package, available with the Extended Range battery, includes the MultiPro MidGate, which opens up the rear of the cab to allow owners to carry items measuring almost 11 feet long in the truck’s bed. The package also adds a panoramic glass roof and the 10.2-kW Energy Transfer Pro system, which fits 240-volt and 120-volt outlets in the bed.
Raising Height Lowers Cost
Below the AT4, the Sierra EV has a new base model called the Elevation. Its starting price of just $64,495 represents a massive drop from the $92,290 required for a 2025 Sierra EV Denali. The Elevation, which rides on 18-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-season tires, still features the 16.8-inch touchscreen, power-operated frunk, and adaptable MultiPro tailgate.
For vehicles equipped with the Extended Range battery, the Premium package includes features such as the innovative MultiPro Midgate, a protective spray-on bed liner, ventilated seating, and a Bose audio system. Additionally, customers have the option to add the Energy Transfer system along with 22-inch wheels; however, the last two items—Super Cruise and the larger wheels—are only available when the Premium package has been selected beforehand.
The Denali remains at the pinnacle of the range for 2026 but offers greater diversity compared to previous years. It now includes standard features such as 22-inch wheels, LED lighting surrounding the grille trim, and Super Cruise technology. Adding the Premium package enhances this model with an Extended Range battery, MultiPro Midgate function, panoramic glass roof, and a 7.2-kilowatt energy transfer capability. For those seeking additional luxury, the Reserve package introduces advanced amenities like four-wheel steering, larger 24-inch wheels, adjustable air suspension, along with a higher-capacity 10.2-kilowatt energy transfer pro system. Furthermore, the Denali will be available in four fresh exterior color options starting from 2026: Glacier White Tri-Coat Metallic, Coastal Dune, Deep Bronze Metallic, and Magnus Matte finish.
The 2026 Sierra EV plans to debut this summer, featuring an impressive reduction in the starting price of the Elevation model: you can get started for as low as $64,495 with the Standard Range battery option. Upgrading to the Extended Range pack requires an additional $8,200. For the AT4 variant, the base cost including the Extended Range battery stands at $81,395; upgrading further to the Max Range configuration incurs an extra expense of $10,300 and includes the Premium package as part of the deal.
For the 2025 model year, the Sierra EV Denali has a significantly lower starting point due to the inclusion of the Standard Range battery, priced at $71,795. Opting for the Extended Range kit increases this cost to $79,995 and comes with either the Premium or Reserve package available. Alternatively, choosing the Denali Max Range version, which includes the Reserve package as standard, will set you back $100,695.
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