There’s always the question of getting the most for your money when shopping for a new truck. Why? The industry is known for its mile-high price tags that require spending hours at a dealership negotiating a better price. Just the thought adds stress to the car-buying process, but automakers like GMC are actively working to mitigate this concern. How so? Cue the GMC Sierra 1500 for sale at your local GMC dealer.
The Sierra has a stellar history in the industry and is renowned for blending luxury, capability, and innovation. But isn’t luxury expensive, and, by extension, doesn’t this make a GMC truck a significant investment? Fortunately, that isn’t the case. GMC makes the Sierra accessible to more drivers with value-oriented trims like the 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro. The entry-level trim is legions beyond what you’d expect of a base model and proves that a well-equipped truck doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are nine ways the Sierra 1500 Pro accomplishes such an impressive feat.
#9 – A Modern Design: Classic GMC Styling
Many assume a base model is sparsely equipped with cheaper exterior and interior design elements that reflect the more affordable price tag. While that’s true in most cases, it isn’t the case with the 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro. The truck starts at $48,695, with a base trim that features the head-turning style expected of any truck with the GMC name.[a]
The Sierra 1500 Pro rolls off GMC’s factory floor with head-turning styling, thanks to its 17-inch steel silver-painted wheels wrapped in all-season tires. The chrome front and rear bumpers complement the chrome grille, with the front bumper boasting two integrated recovery hooks. The Pro’s rear bumper also gives it an advantage over rivals, thanks to GMC’s integrated CornerSteps that improve accessibility to the bed.
#8 – Enhanced Visibility: From LEDs to IntelliBeam
The 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro is designed to enhance visibility in several key areas. First and foremost, the truck features LED headlamps, turn signals, daytime running lamps, and tail lamps. The lights are GMC’s signature C-shape and, as LEDs, are brighter and last longer than incandescent alternatives. Moreover, the headlamps are integrated with GMC’s IntelliBeam technology, which is part of the GMC Pro Safety suite. The feature automatically adjusts the truck’s high beams when traveling faster than 25 mph.
Apart from the Sierra 1500 Pro’s lighting, the truck enhances your visibility inside the cabin via the high-definition Rear Vision Camera. The camera is accessible via the Sierra 1500 Pro’s center touchscreen display and is vital to optimizing your situational awareness. It makes parking and navigating the Sierra easier by helping you avoid objects, other vehicles, and pedestrians as you maneuver through congested parking lots and tight or narrow streets.
#7 – Your Safety Prioritized: GMC Pro Safety Suite
Opting to save money and invest in a base trim like the 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro no longer requires compromising your safety. Instead, industry-wide safety regulations and GMC’s commitment to improving driver safety guarantee trucks like the Sierra 1500 Pro are well-equipped with the latest safety and driver-assist features. For 2024, the Sierra 1500 Pro sets the benchmark with the GMC Pro Safety suite.
The GMC Pro Safety suite equips the Sierra 1500 Pro with Automatic Emergency Braking with a Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, and a Following Distance Indicator. These forward-facing tools mitigate the potential for frontal collisions with vehicles, objects, and pedestrians. Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning reduces the risk of collisions when changing lanes, while Buckle to Drive prioritizes driver safety with a reminder to buckle your seatbelt before shifting into drive.
#6 – Flex With the Optional MultiPro Tailgate
The 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro offers plenty of value as a base model, but there are still several optional upgrades to consider. The trim rolls off GMC’s production line with a power tailgate that you can remotely lock and unlock via a key fob. However, upgrading to the MultiPro Tailgate offers greater functionality with its six unique functions. With load stops and a versatile inner gate, you can access cargo in the bed using the inner gate as a full-width step or unfold the upper gate into a flat work surface.
#5 – Technologies to Keep You Connected: GMC Infotainment
The Sierra 1500 Pro is legions beyond a base model, and it shows when you climb in the driver’s seat. Many base trims from other manufacturers have minimal technologies and minuscule touchscreens, but that isn’t the case with the Sierra 1500 Pro. The truck features a 7-inch customizable center touchscreen display with the GMC infotainment system.
The infotainment system offers seamless connectivity via wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. With Bluetooth capability, the Sierra 1500 Pro can support two devices and offers hands-free connectivity for making phone calls, streaming your favorite playlist, and more. You can also enhance your connectivity with the Sierra’s available WiFi hotspot.
#4 – A Functional Cabin Design
The 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro is a value-oriented trim that defies expectations with its design, technologies, performance, and features. As a base trim, its cabin isn’t as luxurious as a top-tier Sierra trim like the Denali, but that isn’t to say it isn’t well-equipped for the price. The cabin offers a 40/20/40 split-folding front bench seat with seating for three and plenty of under-seat storage. The driver and passenger seats are manual, moving forward, backward, up, down, or reclining. The second row features a 60/40 split bench seat that lets you configure the space for your specific cargo and passenger needs.
Apart from the seating layout, the Sierra 1500 Pro cabin has a single-zone climate control system and is fitted with rubberized vinyl floor mats that are easy to clean. The power doors are programmable, with remote keyless entry adding to your convenience. The front row is also equipped with two USB charging ports and a 12-volt auxiliary front power outlet.
#3 – Remote Access: OnStar Services
GMC is acutely aware of driver needs, listening attentively and responding in critical ways that make trucks like the Sierra 1500 Pro standout options. This attention is apparent in the Sierra Pro’s OnStar Remote Access feature. The technology gives you remote access to the truck, making it possible to lock and unlock the doors, start and stop the engine, check the tire pressure, and monitor the fuel level from the convenience of your smartphone. Most notably, the Sierra 1500 Pro comes with three-year access to the feature, giving you more for your money even with a base trim.
#2 – Impressive Performance: Two Powertrain Options
The 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro showcases its incredible value the moment you climb in the driver’s seat and start the engine. GMC outfits the full-size road warrior with its proven TurboMax engine and smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. The combination produces 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, making the Sierra 1500 Pro responsive, agile, and capable. Depending on the configuration, the Sierra 1500 Pro with the TurboMax heartbeat can trailer up to 9,500 pounds and support a 2,240-pound payload on two-wheel drive models.
Drivers looking for more power beyond the standard TurboMax have another option with the 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro. The available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine produces 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. GMC swaps the standard eight-speed automatic for a ten-speed automatic transmission, giving the Sierra 1500 Pro a wider range of power and reflecting its higher towing capacity of 11,200 pounds.
#1 – Confidence in Your Purchase: Warranty Coverage
We often think of a truck’s value in terms of features and performance, but there’s another facet to consider. The 2024 Sierra 1500 Pro is undoubtedly a value-oriented truck because of everything it offers, but GMC extends that value long after you climb into the driver’s seat. GMC’s new vehicle warranty coverage gives you peace of mind and confidence in your purchase, helping you get the most from your investment every mile ahead.
The Sierra 1500 Pro is backed by several warranties, starting with a three-year or 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty. It also includes a five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain and drivetrain limited warranty, corrosion protection for three years or 36,000 miles, and rust-through protection for six years or 100,000 miles. The additional five-year or 60,000-mile roadside assistance program also adds to the Pro’s value, guaranteeing help is always within reach whether you need fuel delivery, a flat tire repair, lockout service, or a tow.
