I Can't STAND the Hummer...but the 2026 GMC Sierra EV destroyed my expectations!
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Earlier this year I reviewed the big, bloated, loud and expensive #hummerEV ...needless to say I wasn't a fan in the least. So when this Sierra EV arrived for review, I wasn't excited...until I drove it. Here's what it's like to drive the behemoth from GMC.
GMC announces the EPA and GM-estimated ranges for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV across all three trims to bring more on- and off-road freedom to customers.
With a GM-estimated 478 miles of range1, the Sierra EV AT4 with available Max Range can travel from Los Angeles to Phoenix, San Francisco to Santa Barbara or New York City to Virginia Beach on a full charge. This surpasses the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and the Tesla Cybertruck to stand out in the all-electric truck market.
Sierra EV Elevation: EPA-estimated up to 410 miles of range2
Sierra EV AT4: GM-estimated up to 478 miles of range1
Sierra EV Denali: GM-estimated up to 478 miles of range3
GMC today introduced the 2026 Sierra EV with a full range of trims, capability, and battery configurations, giving customers more choice than ever to find the perfect electric GMC pickup for their next adventure.
The premium Elevation and rugged AT4 trims join the iconic Denali to complete a lineup that now has a starting MSRP of $64,495 (including $2,095 DFC)4.
Underpinning the Sierra EV lineup is the widest selection of battery options yet: Standard, Extended and Max Range. Elevation will be available with a Standard or Extended Range battery, while AT4 will be available with an Extended or Max Range battery. The Denali trim will offer all three battery options. Range estimates for all trims will be announced closer to launch.
“With these additional trims and customer options, the Sierra EV is positioned right in the heart of the premium truck market,” said Jaclyn McQuaid, global vice president, Buick GMC. “The combination of Elevation, AT4, and Denali represent the most popular expressions of Sierra, accounting for more than 2 out of 3 of all Sierra light-duty sales. The result is a compelling all-electric lineup for those customers looking for cutting-edge technology, capability and refinement. The Sierra EV is a real truck that does real truck things, matched with EV performance and advanced tech. With the expansion of the line-up, we can’t wait to get more customers behind the wheel.”
Sierra EV AT4
The 2026 Sierra EV AT4 will bring GMC’s signature off-road capability, tech, and style to the electric pickup portfolio. In addition to a lifted coil suspension and 35-inch all-terrain tires, AT4 will feature the sophisticated and trim-exclusive Terrain Mode, designed to provide maximum maneuverability, torque, and precise control off-road, and integrated with one-pedal drive and automatic braking. Terrain mode combines GM’s legendary off-road truck know-how with the latest software advancements to deliver cutting-edge capability.
Additional AT4 features include:
2 inches of additional ground clearance
Standard 4-Wheel Steer (featuring CrabWalk5)
Standard Super Cruise6 hands-free driver-assistance technology
AT4-exclusive Forest Storm interior
Available MultiPro™ MidGate expandable bed, which offers room for hauling items nearly 11 feet in length, while still leaving room for a rear-seat passenger
Available 800 Volt DC public fast charging-capable at up to 350kW, enabling up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes7
Available 10.2kW Energy Transfer Pro off-board power system, which includes 240-Volt and 120-Volt outlets in the truck bed
Red illuminated GMC front badge
Available up to 12,300 pounds max towing8
00:00 - GMC's redemption EV
00:49 - Powertrain / Charging
03:09 - Walkaround
04:41 - Bed / Midgate
06:28 - Backseat
07:42 - Frontseat
16:33 - City Driving
22:04 - Highway Driving
27:51 - Cross-Shopping Sierra EV
30:53 - Ranking Sierra EV