2026 GMC Truck Lineup: EVs Get All the Upgrades

Motor Trend

01-07-2025

GMC's 2026 gas truck lineup is solid, offering models that include basic workhorses, massive off-roaders, and hands-free long-haulers. Perhaps that's why those carry over mostly unchanged from 2025, instead allowing GMC to focus on upgrading its newer EVs.
The 2026 GMC truck lineup sees minimal changes for gas models, focusing on EV updates. The Sierra EV gets new trims and battery options, while the Hummer EV is faster with new features like King Crab mode. New colors and features are introduced across models.
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The Sierra EV range now includes many more options, the Hummer EV is somehow even quicker than it was before, and every new 2026 GMC truck at least gets updated colors. Keep reading to learn what sets the latest apart from last year. 2026 GMC Canyon
Like the MotorTrend Truck of the Year-winning Chevrolet Colorado with which it shares its key fundamentals, this generation of GMC Canyon was introduced for 2023. The GMC tries to distinguish itself with relatively premium design and detailing, as indicated by the rugged AT4 variants and upscale Denali version.
For 2026, Deep Bronze Metallic is discontinued and sandy Coastal Dune paint is introduced. For a darker aesthetic, new black-painted wheel styles as well as the Nightfall Essentials and Black Badging packages are offered. For improved off-road performance, a suspension lift kit and AEV-branded underbody skidplates become available as standalone options.
MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Midsize Trucks (2025 model)
Read Our Experts' Full GMC Canyon Review 2026 GMC Sierra 1500
The Sierra 1500 is at the heart of GMC's pickup truck range. This full-sizer has existed in its current form since 2022 and is built to meet the needs of truck drivers across America, offered in grades ranging from hard worker to off-road bruiser to high-tech luxury hauler. Between the turbo four, diesel I-6, and two V-8s, there's no bad engine for the Sierra 1500.
This year, the Sierra 1500 introduces Glacier White Tricoat and Coastal Dune paints, as White Frost Tricoat and Thunderstorm Gray are discontinued. An exhaust system recalibration becomes available as a dealer-installed option.
MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Full-Size Trucks (2025 model)
Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra 1500 Review 2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD
As the most capable trucks in GMC's lineup, the Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD combine real hard-working potential with the automaker's premium image. Although that impression is less apparent in the entry-level trims than in the lavish high-end Denali Ultimate or gigantic AT4X, the imposing design the Sierra HD has worn since 2024 makes it a head-turner. A key difference between the 2500HD and 3500HD is that only the latter is available with dual rear wheels.
For both the Sierra 2500HD and Sierra 3500HD, Glacier White Tricoat and Coastal Dune paints become available, while White Frost Tricoat and Thunderstorm Gray exit. On the crew cab SLT model, the reconfigurable MultiPro tailgate is no longer standard equipment, instead becoming available as an option.
MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Heavy Duty Trucks
Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra HD Review 2026 GMC Sierra EV
A revolution for GMC's staple truck arrived for 2024 with the Sierra EV. Aside from the familiar name, the Sierra EV shares little with its counterparts, riding on an all-electric platform and wearing a design that makes clear it's not some old-fashioned gas truck. Beyond amazing driving range, the Sierra EV provides strong practicality thanks to its large frunk and its folding midgate that allows it to carry extra-long cargo.
Notable updates are applied to the Sierra EV for 2026. Three different battery sizes are now available, and equipping the smallest of those lowers the truck's price considerably. The basic Elevation and off-road AT4 trim levels are introduced, along with a Premium package for the Denali variant. Phone-as-key functionality becomes standard. Coastal Dune, Deep Bronze Metallic, Glacier White Tricoat, and Magnus Gray Matte paints arrive, while Moonlight Matte paint is canceled.
MotorTrend Ranked: #2 in Electric Trucks
Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra EV Review 2026 GMC Hummer EV
Enormous, ostentatious, and awesome, the GMC Hummer EV is here for a good time. GMC revived the Hummer nameplate for 2022, transforming its military-derived icon into a high-performance zero-emissions monster. The GMC Hummer EV is also available as an SUV.
As if the Hummer EV pickup wasn't quick enough already, software optimization somehow makes it even quicker for 2026. GMC engineers increased power to 1,160 hp and claim it's 0.2 seconds quicker to 60 mph than before, at 2.8 seconds. Revisions to the suspension provide a more comfortable ride. Then there's the new King Crab mode, which better utilizes the all-wheel steering system to get around tight corners off-road.
The 2026 Hummer EV pickup offers Coastal Dune, Auburn Matte, and Magnus Gray Matte paint colors, along with a new wheel design. The Carbon Fiber Edition wears its namesake material in trim details around the vehicle. Inside, new tan, burgundy, and red upholstery options become available. The Hummer EV Pickup's digital displays are improved with higher resolution, but GMC has removed Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.
For 2026, the Hummer EV pickup also gains bidirectional charging for vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-home power, along with a NACS plug adapter so it can use Tesla Supercharger stations.
MotorTrend Ranked: Not Rated
Read Our Experts' Full GMC Hummer EV Review 2026 GMC Truck Lineup 2026 GMC Canyon: Unchanged
2026 GMC Sierra 1500: Unchanged
2026 GMC Sierra HD: Unchanged
2026 GMC Sierra EV: Significant update
2026 GMC Hummer EV: Significant update