2026 GMC Sierra 1500 · Trims · Denali Ultimate

What is the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate?

The most expensive of the Sierra's eight trims in our data. The Denali Ultimate starts at $83,395 as a with . The next one down is the AT4X, at $79,900, 4x4.

Our Sierra data has eight 2026 Sierra 1500 on the Crew Cab short bed, their modeled engines, drive systems and core towing and off-road . It doesn't have other cabs and beds, HD or EV trucks, paint, dealer or every equipment package yet, so something missing from this page may still be offered.

Where the Denali Ultimate sits

Every 2026 Sierra trim in our data by starting price, each as a Crew Cab short bed. Each is priced as it comes, so some include 4x4 and some don't.

The Denali Ultimate as it comes

Before any options as a Crew Cab short bed.

Engine
3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel I6
Transmission
Duramax 10-speed automatic with Electronic Precision Shift (MQC)
Drive
Two-speed Autotrac
Wheels
22-inch aluminum wheels
Tires
275/50R22 all-season
Seats
Leather-appointed ventilated front buckets
Touchscreen
13.4-inch GMC infotainment

Also standard: 4A automatic 4WD · 4L low range · Name-brand sound system · Head-up display · Heated seats · Ventilated seats · Heated steering wheel · 360° camera · Tow/Haul package

What you can add

Options and packages for the Denali Ultimate Crew Cab short bed, by their own price. Some need others with them.

  • 6.2L V8L87Price not in our data

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The Denali Ultimate Crew Cab short bed, as it comes

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Denali Ultimate

$83,395

Crew Cab, Short Bed

5.8 FT BED32.8″ TIRE147.4″ WHEELBASE
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Payload
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Bed
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Torque
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Packages & options

Engine & drive

Towing

Bed & utility

What your options change

This is a stock Denali Ultimate. Pick a package and every part it swaps shows up here, and in orange on the truck.

  • Has Auto 4WD
  • Has Low range
  • No Max Trailering
  • No Front locker
  • No Rear locker
  • No Off-road
  • Has Heated seats
  • Has Ventilated seats
  • Has 360° camera
Tailgate
Six-function MultiPro
Dampers
Denali Adaptive Ride Control
Engine
3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel I6 · 305 hp
Transmission
Duramax 10-speed automatic with Electronic Precision Shift (MQC)
Transfer case
Two-speed Autotrac
Rear differential
G80 automatic locking rear differential
Axle ratio
3.23:1
GCWR
15,000 lb
Wheels
22″
Tires
275/50R22
Touchscreen
13.4″ · 12.3″ driver display
Factory lift
None
Clearance
8.08″ nominal
Bed floor
69.92″ · 62.9 cu ft

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Lower starting price than the Sierra

2026 Sierra: $44,500

Before destination and options. Cab and body styles can differ. Sierra: Pro · Crew Cab, Short Bed.

Higher available horsepower than the Sierra

2026 Sierra: 420 hp

Highest published output in each guide.

Higher tow rating than the Sierra

2026 Sierra: 13,100 lb

With required equipment. Check your truck’s labels and loaded limits.

About these comparisons

Each illustration and link uses the build behind its number. Comparisons cover the model years and bodies in our guides. Different rows can use different trims and equipment. Missing values aren’t treated as zero; reported prices and inferred ratings aren’t ranked.

  • Lowest listed trim price in each guide, before destination, options, taxes and fees. Cab and body styles can differ.
  • Highest published output found in each guide. This compares available power, not acceleration or the trim you selected.
  • Highest published rating found in each guide, with required equipment. Actual truck labels, occupants and cargo determine your limit.