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WHAT ENGINE IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR MY GMC VEHICLE?

Today’s vehicles offer a variety of engine choices, and many boast performance and efficiency in a single powerplant. In this article, we’ll review the available GMC engines, as well as the models on which they are available. Find the engine that best meets your needs.

AVAILABLE GMC ENGINES

TURBO ENGINES

GMC offers three exceptional turbocharged engines that combine efficiency with ample power for just about any job they need to do. The versatile 1.5L Turbo features 175 horsepower and excellent efficiency. The 2.5L Turbo offers up to 5,000 lbs.* of max towing capacity. The TurboMax™ engine delivers 310 horsepower, 430 lb.-ft. of standard torque, plus plenty of towing* capability and responsiveness.

1.5L TURBO

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 TERRAIN

2.5L TURBO

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 ACADIA

TURBOMAX™

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 CANYON
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 ELEVATION

V6 GAS ENGINE

The 4.3L V6 engine is standard on Savana Cargo Van and Passenger Van. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, this hard-working V6 boasts 276 horsepower and 298 lb.-ft. of torque.

4.3L V6

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SAVANA CARGO VAN
  • 2025 SAVANA PASSENGER VAN
  • 2025 SAVANA CUTAWAY (139-INCH WHEELBASE)

DIESEL ENGINES

The GMC engine lineup offers two exceptional diesel engines. The Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel pumps out 305 horsepower, 495 lb.-ft. of torque and an available max tow rating of up to 13,200 lbs.* on Sierra 1500. The Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel is GMC’s most powerful diesel engine and is perfect for those who need enhanced performance for heavy-duty jobs. It cranks out 470 horsepower and 975 lb.-ft. of torque, along with available max towing of up to 36,000 lbs.*

DURAMAX 3.0L TURBO-DIESEL

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 AT4X

AVAILABLE ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 ELEVATION
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 DENALI
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 DENALI ULTIMATE
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL ELEVATION
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL AT4
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL AT4 ULTIMATE
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL DENALI
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL DENALI ULTIMATE

DURAMAX 6.6L TURBO-DIESEL V8

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD DENALI ULTIMATE
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD DENALI ULTIMATE

AVAILABLE ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD AT4X
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD DENALI
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD DENALI

V8 GAS ENGINES

V8 engines power a variety of vehicles in the GMC lineup — from pickups to full-size SUVs and vans. The 5.3L V8 offers plenty of power with 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque. The capable 6.2L V8 features 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. The 6.6L V8 gas engine is standard on Sierra Heavy Duty models and available on Savana vans and delivers 401 horsepower and 464 lb.-ft. of torque.

5.3L V8

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 DENALI
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL ELEVATION
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL AT4

AVAILABLE ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 ELEVATION

6.2L V8

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 DENALI ULTIMATE
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL AT4 ULTIMATE
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL DENALI
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL DENALI ULTIMATE

AVAILABLE ON:

  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 AT4X
  • 2025 SIERRA 1500 DENALI
  • 2025 YUKON/YUKON XL AT4

6.6L V8

STANDARD ON:

  • 2025 SAVANA CUTAWAY (159-INCH WHEELBASE)
  • 2025 SAVANA CUTAWAY (177-INCH WHEELBASE)
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD AT4X
  • 2025 SIERRA 2500 HD DENALI
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD PRO
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD SLE
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD SLT
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD AT4
  • 2025 SIERRA 3500 HD DENALI

AVAILABLE ON:

  • 2025 SAVANA CARGO VAN AND PASSENGER VAN
  • 2025 SAVANA CUTAWAY (139-INCH WHEELBASE)

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