General Motors has unveiled two additional trim levels for the 2026 Sierra EV, reduced its cost, and provided further battery choices.
- Thanks to an expanded range of trim levels and a reduced base cost, the 2026 GMC Sierra EV will attract a wider audience of electric pickup truck buyers.
- General Motors has launched two new trim levels called AT4 and Elevation. Additionally, they've added a basic Standard battery option.
- The present Sierra EV Denali comes at a high cost, exceeding $100,000 when equipped with the Max Range battery. However, the 2026 model year trims significantly reduce the price tag.
General Motors' push for electric vehicles shows no indication of diminishing.
When GM started delivering the 2025 Sierra EV Towards the end of last year, it was available solely with the Denali trim featuring just two battery choices: the 390-mile Extended Range and the 460-mile Max Range. The vehicle started at over $100,000, which could be considered quite steep. Recently though, GM unveiled two more budget-friendly versions along with additional battery configurations, making the Denali model less expensive than before. This change might make the car attractive to a broader range of buyers.
The two newly introduced trim levels are the basic Elevation and the adventure-oriented AT4. The Elevation model will come equipped with both the Extended Range battery as well as a new Standard Range option. Meanwhile, the AT4 variant will offer choices between Extended Range and Max Range configurations. As for the Denali, customers can choose from all three variants: Standard, Extended Range, and Max. Detailed range estimations for each trim level will be disclosed nearer to their release date. It’s worth noting that GM does not disclose specific battery capacities; however, we do understand that the Max pack closely resembles those found in comparable models. Hummer EV , featuring more than 200 kilowatt-hours of capacity.)
The Elevation model equipped with the Standard battery has a price of $64,495 including destination charges, which makes it approximately $15,000 less expensive compared to the base model. Tesla Cybertruck The Extended Range package increases the price to $72,695.
The AT4 model equipped with the Extended Range package has a starting price of $81,395, which increases to $91,695 when fitted with the Max package. Due to the introduction of the new compact Standard Range battery, the top-tier Denali version now begins at $71,795. Additionally, even its Extended Range variant is approximately $10,000 less expensive, commencing at around $80,000.
Below is the complete pricing for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV:
| 2026 GMC Sierra EV versions | Price (Including $2,095 destination) |
| Elevation (Standard Range) | $64,495 |
| Elevation (Extended Range) | $72,695 |
| AT4 (Extended Range) | $81,395 |
| AT4 (Max Range) | $91,695 |
| Denali (Standard Range) | $71,795 |
| Denali (Extended Range) | $79,995 |
| Denali (Max Range) | $100,695 |
"By incorporating these extra features and customizable options, the Sierra EV is perfectly situated within the core segment of the luxury pickup truck market," stated Jaclyn McQuaid, Global Vice President of Buick GMC, in an official release.
The AT4 gains an additional two inches of ground clearance, bringing its standard ride height up to 11 inches. Additionally, it features rear-axle steering, known as Crab Walk, along with a peak towing capability of 12,300 pounds—approximately 2,000 pounds greater than that of the Denali.
The Elevation has less emphasis on off-roading and more focus on roads, yet it appears well-equipped. Although it won’t include rear-axle steering or Crab Walk (a feature few use), it will come with impressive amenities such as a sizable 16.8-inch touch screen and an electric front trunk.
The market for electric trucks hasn't truly gained momentum because the choices are few and costly The penalties associated with range limitations during towing and hauling operations often discourage conventional truck purchasers from transitioning to electric vehicles. However, the Sierra EV appears to be progressing positively and ought to attract a broader customer base. Shipments of this model are anticipated to commence this coming summer.
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