Description
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate brings premium truck capability, diesel efficiency, and bold GMC presence together in one refined package. Offered by Steele Chevrolet Buick GMC in Dartmouth, this four-door Crew Cab stands out in Black with an Alpine Umber interior. Its 3.0L turbocharged diesel I6, automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive layout make it ready for work, travel, and daily use.
This GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate pairs strong towing-focused engineering with a smooth and confident road feel. The Crew Cab layout adds generous room for passengers, while the diesel engine is known for strong low-end torque and long-distance comfort. With an engine block heater included, this truck is well suited for Canadian winters and early morning starts in colder weather.
FEATURES OF THE Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate
Premium Denali Ultimate full-size truck design
Black exterior with upscale cabin finish
Crew Cab with four full doors
Turbo diesel power with automatic transmission
TRUCK FEATURES
Four-wheel drive for added all-season traction
Crew Cab supports passengers and gear
Diesel torque helps with hauling duties
Pickup versatility for work and travel
ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES
Four-wheel drive boosts control on roads
Strong truck stance supports stable driving
Large cabin design aids outward visibility
Built for confident travel in weather
PERFORMANCE AND EFFICIENCY
Turbocharged 3.0L diesel I6 performance
Automatic transmission delivers smooth shifting
Paddle shifters add hands-on control
Diesel power supports strong cruising range
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Four-door access helps daily practicality
Crew Cab adds roomy passenger space
Engine block heater aids cold starts
Refined cabin suits long highway drives
TECHNOLOGY AND CONNECTIVITY
Paddle shifters create engaging driver input
Clear automatic operation for easy driving
Modern truck layout supports everyday use
Practical controls suit work or travel
CARGO SPACE
Pickup bed supports tools and gear
Crew Cab balances cargo and passengers
Full-size truck shape adds utility
Flexible hauling for daily truck tasks
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate is ideal for drivers who want more than basic pickup strength. Its diesel engine brings a calm, capable feel on the highway, while four-wheel drive helps when roads turn rough or weather changes fast. In Dartmouth, that blend of comfort and confidence matters through every season.
The Black exterior gives this GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate a clean, upscale look that fits both job sites and evening outings. Inside, the Alpine Umber interior adds warmth and a premium atmosphere. The result is a truck that feels polished without losing the practical purpose that drivers expect from a full-size pickup.
The automatic transmission keeps driving simple in traffic, on the highway, and around town. Paddle shifters add a more direct connection when you want extra control. That mix makes this GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate easy to enjoy whether you are commuting, towing, or setting out on a weekend trip with family or gear.
Drivers shopping at Steele Chevrolet Buick GMC will appreciate how this GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate combines truck usefulness with premium character. The Crew Cab body offers easy entry through four full doors and useful space for passengers, bags, or equipment. It is a smart fit for drivers who need one vehicle to handle business, family, and recreation.
WHAT OTHER OWNERS LIKE
Smooth diesel torque for easy driving
Spacious Crew Cab for family use
Confident four-wheel drive in winter
Premium feel with strong truck utility
This 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate's VIN is: 1GTUUHE88TZ386458.
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Engine: Turbocharged Diesel I6 3.0L/183
Safety Equipment
Airbags, Dual-stage frontal airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions; Includes front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag
Front and Rear Park Assist, ultrasonic
Hitch Guidance
Rear Seat Reminder
StabiliTrak, stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance and traction control, includes electronic trailer sway control and hill start assist
Daytime Running Lamps, LED signature lighting
Rear Seat Belt Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitoring System, auto learn includes Tire Fill Alert (does not apply to spare tire)
Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
Rear Cross Traffic Braking
Rear Pedestrian Alert
Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert
HD Surround Vision provides the driver with an overhead view of the scene around the vehicle on a centre stack display. Includes front camera washer.
Trailer Camera Provisions and trailer viewing software
Seat Belt Adjustable Guide Loops, front row only
Front Pedestrian Braking (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
Following Distance Indicator (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
Forward Collision Alert (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
Bed View Camera camera in the CHMSL to show a view of the cargo bed, display located in infotainment screen, includes Two Trailer Camera Provisions (Includes Trailer View Camera Provisions and Trailer Assist Guidelines.)
Safety Alert Seat (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
Hitch View with image adjustment, Pan/Zoom/Tilt
OnStar Services capable (See onstar.ca for details and limitations. Services vary by model. Service plan required.)
Buckle to Drive prevents vehicle from being shifted out of Park until driver seat belt is fastened; times out after 20 seconds and encourages seat belt use (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
OnStar Basics (OnStar Fleet Basics for Fleet) Drive more confidently with up to 8 years of core OnStar services including mobile app commands, connectivity for select apps that provide in-vehicle voice assistance and navigation with real-time traffic, and Automatic Crash Response. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Term begins on vehicle delivery date. Paid subscription required after expiry. Services are dependent on compatible wireless networks provided by third-party wireless service providers, working vehicle electrical systems, GPS signal and other factors outside GM control. Changes in technology and wireless networks may limit or prevent the operation of certain services. Services, connectivity, and capabilities have additional terms and limitations and are subject to change, and will vary by model, vehicle configuration, software version, conditions, and geographical and technical restrictions. Compatible smartphone required for mobile app commands. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data; OnStar links to emergency services; Voice and Maps apps are subject to change at any time and may be provided by third parties. Non-refundable and no cash value. See onstar.ca/en/info for terms and details.)
3 Years of OnStar One. Up to 3 years of Safety Services, including Stolen Vehicle Assistance and 24/7 access to Emergency Advisors. Plus connectivity for the Built-in Wi-Fi Hotspot and In-Vehicle Apps. Terms at OnStar.ca/en/plans (Requires (UE1) OnStar.)
Interior Equipment
Seating, heated driver and front outboard passenger
Seats, ventilated driver and front passenger
Seats, heated second row outboard seats
Centre Console, floor-mounted with cup holders, cell phone storage, power cord management, hanging file folder capability
Floor covering, colour-keyed carpeting
Steering wheel, leather-wrapped
Steering wheel, heated
Compass, located in instrument cluster
Window, power front, passenger express up/down
Windows, power rear, express down
Door locks, power
Remote vehicle starter system
Universal Home Remote
Theft-deterrent system, unauthorized entry
Defogger, rear-window electric
Assist handles front A-pillar mounted for driver and passenger, rear B-pillar mounted
Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control
Exterior Temperature Display, located in radio display
Power outlet, interior power outlet, 120-volt (400 watts shared with (KC9) bed mounted power outlet)
Power outlet, bed mounted, 120-volt (400 watts shared with (KI4) interior power outlet)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Wireless Charging
USB Ports, 2 (first row) located on console
Air vents, rear
Driver Information Centre, enhanced, 12.3" diagonal reconfigurable multicolour digital display
Brake lining wear indicator
Windows, power front, drivers express up/down
Driver memory recalls driver "presets" for power driver seat and outside mirrors
USB Ports, 2, Charge/Data ports located inside centre console
Steering column lock, electrical
Seats, front bucket with centre console
Keyless Open and Start includes remote keyless entry
USB ports, (2) charge-only, rear
GMC Premium information Display-13.4" diagonal Multicolour I touch screen
Seat, Up-level Rear with Storage Package, 60/40 folding bench for Crew Cab models, includes full-length bench seat, seatback storage on left and right side, centre fold out armrest with 2 cupholders, full cab width under-seat storage, (includes child seat top tether anchor)
Seat trim, Full grain leather
Seat adjuster, driver 16-way power including lumbar and massage
Seat adjuster, passenger 16-way power including lumbar and massage
Steering column, power rake and telescoping
Multicolour 15" Diagonal Head-Up Display
Rear Camera Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming with full camera display
In-Vehicle Trailering App, System includes checklist, trailer maintenance reminders, trailer security alerts, trailer mileage, tow/haul reminder, trailer electrical diagnostics and Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor System module
Floor mats, carpeted front (Includes Premium floor mats with corner applique. Deleted when (BKF) Premium Floor Liners are ordered.)
Floor mats, carpeted rear (Includes Premium floor mats. Deleted when (BKF) Premium Floor Liners are ordered.)
Super Cruise equipped. Includes OnStar One with Super Cruise (up to 3 years) (Requires (UE1) OnStar and (R9M) 3 Years OnStar One. Term begins on vehicle delivery date. Paid subscription required after expiry. Conditions apply. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Always use Super Cruise in accordance with local laws. Do not use a hand-held device. See your vehicle brand's Super Cruise Canadian website for compatible highways and more information. Services are dependent on compatible wireless networks provided by third-party wireless service providers, working vehicle electrical systems, GPS signal and other factors outside GM control. Changes in technology and wireless networks may limit or prevent the operation of certain services. Services, connectivity, and capabilities are subject to terms and limitations and will vary by model, vehicle configuration, software version, conditions, and geographical and technical restrictions. See onstar.ca for details.)
Exterior Equipment
Tire carrier lock keyed cylinder lock that utilizes same key as ignition and door
CornerStep, rear bumper
Mirror caps, chrome
Glass, deep-tinted
Window, power, rear sliding with rear defogger
Door handles, chrome
Tailgate and bed rail protection caps, top
Lamps, cargo area, cab mounted integrated with centre high mount stop lamp, with switch in bank on left side of steering wheel
Wheel, 17" x 8" (43.2 cm x 20.3 cm) full-size, steel spare
Tire, spare 255/80R17SL all-season, blackwall
Lighting, perimeter
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming puddle lamps, side perimeter lighting and memory
Wipers, front rain-sensing
Mouldings, window surround, Chrome
Fog lamps, LED
Tailgate, GMC MultiPro Tailgate with six functional load/access features
Bumper, rear body-colour with corner steps
Bumper, front, body-colour lower
LED Cargo Area Lighting located in cargo bed activated with switch on centre switch bank or key fob
Tailgate, gate function manual with EZ Lift includes power lock and release, includes hitch area light
Headlamps, LED projectors with Fade-on/Fade-off animation, LED turn signals and Daytime Running Lamps
IntelliBeam, automatic high beam on/off (Included and only available with (PDI) GMC Pro Safety.)
Tires, 275/50R22SL all-season, blackwall
Sunroof, power
Taillamps, LED LED signature taillight with LED stop, turn & reverse and Fade-on/Fade-off animation
Wheels, 22" (55.9 cm) 7-spoke ultra-bright machined with bright chrome accents and dark paint
Wheelhouse liners, rear (Deleted with (E3Z) Carbon Fibre Composite Bed.)
GMC MultiPro Power Steps, power-retractable with rearward articulating, (providing bed access). Foot activated running side board.
Grille (Vader chrome header with Signature Denali Grille in vader chrome.)
GMC Front and Rear Logo, Vader Chrome
Bedliner, Spray-on Pickup bedliner with GMC logo (does not include spray-on liner on tailgate due to Black composite inner panel) (Deleted with (E3Z) Carbon Fibre Composite Bed.)
LPO, MultiPro Tailgate Audio System by Kicker
Entertainment Equipment
Bluetooth for phone connectivity to vehicle infotainment system
Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.ca or dealer for details.)
SiriusXM
Steering wheel audio controls
Audio System, 13.4 " diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System with Google built in apps such as navigation and voice assistance, includes colour touch-screen, multi-touch display, AM/FM stereo Bluetooth streaming audio for music and most phones; featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability for compatible phones
Wireless, Apple CarPlay / Wireless Android Auto
Bose Premium Series with 12-speaker system with CenterPoint, Richbass woofer and AudioPilot
SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription. SiriusXM with 360L transforms your customers' ride with our most extensive and personalized radio experience on the road. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM trial subscription is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. Certain features and/or content may not be available unless an active data connection is enabled in the vehicle. Content varies by SiriusXM subscription plan. Features and display may vary by vehicle. All SiriusXM services require a subscription, sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period. Your SiriusXM service will automatically stop at the end of your trial unless you decide to subscribe. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will continue for an indeterminate term and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at the then current rates unless and until you cancel. Taxes apply. Please see the SiriusXM Customer Agreement at siriusxm.ca/terms for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes calling SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474. All rates, content, and programming are subject to change. SiriusXM uses personal information in accordance with SiriusXM Privacy Policy, available at siriusxm.ca/privacy. SiriusXM Canada Inc. "SiriusXM", the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and are used under license.)
Mechanical Equipment
Four wheel drive
Trailer brake controller, integrated
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with DURALIFE rotors
Frame, fully-boxed, hydroformed front section
Exhaust, aluminized stainless-steel muffler and tailpipe
Push Button Start
Air filter, heavy-duty
Auto-locking rear differential
Automatic Stop/Start
Steering, Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist, rack-and-pinion
Capless Fuel Fill
Rear axle, 3.23 ratio
Cooling, external engine oil cooler (Not available with (LZ0) Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I6 engine.)
Cooling, auxiliary external transmission oil cooler (Not available with (LZ0) Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I6 engine.)
Pickup bed
Transfer case, two-speed, electronic Autotrac with push button control (4WD models only)
Cargo tie downs (12), fixed, rated at 500 lbs per corner
Recovery hooks, chrome
Transmission, 10-speed automatic with Electronic Precision shift, electronically controlled with overdrive, and tow/haul mode and steering column paddle shifters. Includes Cruise Grade Braking and Powertrain Grade Braking
GVWR, 7100 lbs. (3221 kg) (Requires (L87) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine.)
Electronic Precision Shift and steering column paddle shifters
Battery, heavy-duty 730 cold-cranking amps/80 Amp-hr, maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power (Included and only available with (L87) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine.)
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Sensors includes set of 4 sensors. Sensor functionality requires (UET) In-Vehicle Trailering App to be ordered with the vehicle and installed by the factory. Sensors will be shipped loose with the truck and will need to be installed on trailer by customer. System is capable of monitoring up to 6 wheels. Additional or replacement sensors are available through GM Accessories
Engine, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 (420 hp [313 kW] @ 5600 rpm, 460 lb-ft of torque [624 Nm] @ 4100 rpm); featuring Dynamic Fuel Management (Requires (NPP) Dual, sport-mode active exhaust enabled.)
Hill Descent Control (Requires 4WD model.)
Denali Premium Suspension with Adaptive Ride Control
Alternator, 170 amps (Included and only available with (L87) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine. Not available with (LZ0) Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I6 engine.)
Active Exhaust, Dual, sport-mode enabled (Required and only available with (L87) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine. Not available with (N10) Dual exhaust.)
Other Equipment
Trailering Package includes trailer hitch, 7-pin and 4-pin connectors and (CTT) Hitch Guidance
GMC Pro Safety includes (UEU) Forward Collision Alert, (UE4) Following Distance Indicator, (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking, (TQ5) IntelliBeam, (UHX) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and (UHY) Automatic Emergency Braking (Includes (T8Z) Buckle to Drive and (HS1) Safety Alert Seat. (UGN) Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking is standard and replaces (UHY) Automatic Emergency Braking.)
ALPINE UMBER FULL GRAIN LEATHER SEAT TRIM,REAR AXLE 3.23 RATIO,LPO BLACK SIERRA NAMEPLATES (dealer-installed),GVWR 7200 LBS. (3266 KG),DENALI ULTIMATE PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes standard equipment,ENGINE DURAMAX 3.0L TURBO-DIESEL I6 (305 hp [227 kW] @ 3750 rpm 495 lb-ft of torque [671 Nm] @ 2750 rpm) (Includes (KW5) 220-amp alternator and (K05) engine block heater.),TRANSMISSION 10-SPEED AUTOMATIC WITH ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFT ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED with overdrive tow/haul mode and steering column paddle shifters. Includes Cruise Grade Braking and Powertrain Grade Braking,PREMIUM FLOOR LINERS WITH REMOVABLE CARPET INSERT FRONT,LPO BLACK BADGING PACKAGE (dealer-installed) includes (SFZ) Black GMC emblems LPO and (RIK) Black Sierra Nameplates LPO.,ONYX BLACK,LPO REAR UNDERSEAT STORAGE COMPOSITE STORAGE BIN Crew Cab includes lockable lid (dealer-installed),LPO BLACK GMC EMBLEMS (dealer-installed)