Overview
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is right around the corner, with several new engine options and updates all around. If you’re looking for a trusty family vehicle, Crew Cab models offer roomy back seats that will rival SUV’s. With great fuel economy, hefty towing capabilities, and luxury upgrades throughout, you’ll love this vehicle as much as we do. Let’s take a look.
Pricing
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 offers 8 trims:
- Sierra Pro: $30,800
- SLE: $42,200
- Elevation: $43,800
- SLT: $49,200
- AT4: $59,300
- Denali: $59,600
- AT4X: $73, 300
- Denali Ultimate: $78,700
The 2022 Ford F-150 also offers 8:
- XL: $29,640
- XLT: $35,750
- Lariat: $45,760
- Tremor: $49,855
- King Ranch: $56,230
- Platinum: $59,010
- Raptor: $64,495
- Limited: $73,455
Power
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is not short on power with the ability to tow 13,200 pounds. It also offers both rear-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. Engines vary in their horsepower, torque and fuel economy so let’s break it down.
- 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-4: 310 hp & 420 lb-ft with 19/22 mpg
- 5.3-liter V8: 355 hp & 383 lb-ft with 15/19 mpg
- 3-liter turbo diesel inline-6: 277 hp & 460 lb-ft with 23/30 mpg
- 6.2-liter V8: 420 hp & 460 lb-ft with 14/19 mpg
The 2022 F-150 also offers impressive engines, with more variety:
- 3.3-liter V6 (standard in XL and XLT): 20/24 mpg
- 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost (standard on Lariat, available XL & XLT) 20/26 mpg
- 5.0-liter V8 ( King Ranch and Platinum, but available in the XL, XLT, and Lariat) 17/24 mpg
- 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost (remor and Limited, but available in Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum) 18/24 mpg
- 3.5-liter HO twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost (Raptor) 15/18 mpg
- 3.5-liter V6 (King Ranch & Platinum) 25/26 mpg
- 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel (Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited) 20/27 mpg
Safety Tech
GMC Pro Safety is offered which includes: forward-collision alert, automatic emergency braking, front-pedestrian braking, lane-change alert, side blind-zone alert, following distance indicator and automatic high beams. Trailer blind-zone alert and adaptive cruise control is also available.
The 2022 F-150 will only give you forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking standard. For an additional $750: the Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 which provides blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist with steering assistance, and rear park assist with automatic braking.
Interior
Models with front bucket seats now have the gear-selector lever located on the top of the center console. Available 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, 13.4-inch diagonal color touchscreen and 15-inch head-up display. Leather seats, door panels, instrument panel. The front seats have a massaging feature and the Denali Ultimate brings even more to the table. Including, a 12-speaker Bose sound system, rear camera mirror, power sunroof and a 15-inch head-up display.
The ATX4 is the golden child of the trims with its extra impressive features. It includes leather upholstery and the 6.2-liter V8 engine, multi-matic shocks, increased suspension and a 2-speed transfer case with driving modes make it great for off-roading. Plus e-locking differentials in the front and rear, skid plates and 18-inch alloy wheels.
The F-150 offers on it’s base trim: manually operated windows and door locks, air conditioning, a 4-inch driver information screen, a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, and a 40/20/40 cloth bench seat. The infotainment system includes an 8-inch touchscreen, a 4-speaker audio system, SYNC 4 interface, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Wi-Fi hotspot capability. The rearview camera also has Hitch Assist, which provides a line to help line up the hitch to a trailer.
Exterior
In terms of exterior, GMC has made a few styling changes like a new grille and headlights, tailored to each trim. Another cool feature is the Multipro tailgate with several options for your needs. A bed step, work table bed extender and basic tailgate are some examples.
Some features included in the 2022 F-150 are 17-inch steel wheels, manually adjusted outboard mirrors, auto-on-off halogen headlights, high-beam assist, and a locking tailgate. The Power Equipment Group adds power windows, power door locks with keyless entry, power outboard mirrors, and a power tailgate lock for the costly price of $970.
Overall
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is perfect for towing, decent fuel economy, spacious seating for the family and nifty features according to your taste. The 2022 Ford F-150 starts out as a great contender for a work truck and offers several trims for cheaper prices. However, if you're an off-roading fanatic or in need of family-friendly transportation, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 really stands out and could be your perfect match.