GMC just made electric truck ownership way more accessible. Two new 2026 Sierra EV trims bring the starting price down by over $25,000 while delivering real truck performance. Whether you want an affordable workhorse or a trail-ready beast, there’s finally an electric GMC that fits your budget and lifestyle.

• Starting at $64,495, the 2026 Sierra EV Elevation costs over $25,000 less than the 2025 Denali-only model.
• With its Max Range battery, the AT4 trim delivers up to 478 miles of range, beating every competitor including the Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and Tesla Cybertruck.
• Both new trims arrive at dealerships this summer with three battery options and enough towing capacity to handle real truck work.

Two New Trims That Actually Make Sense

GMC kicked off its electric truck journey with the Denali, which was beautiful but expensive. Everything changes for 2026. You can now buy a Sierra EV Elevation for $64,495, while the AT4 splits the difference at $81,395. Denali buyers still get their trim at $71,795 if they want that premium badge.

Here’s what matters. Elevation isn’t some stripped-down base model that makes you regret saving money. You get the same 16.8-inch center touchscreen that dominates the dashboard, Super Cruise hands-free driving tech, and a towing capacity of 12,500 pounds. That’s more than the pricier trims can pull.

AT4 brings something different to the table. This one’s built for drivers who see pavement as merely a suggestion. With 35-inch all-terrain tires, a lifted coil suspension that adds two inches of ground clearance, and an exclusive Terrain Mode, it’s ready to tackle trails that would make a Raptor think twice. Four-wheel steering with CrabWalk means you can slide sideways through tight spots at low speeds, which sounds weird until you try maneuvering around a jobsite or campground.

Battery Options That Work for Your Wallet

GMC electric vehicles now offer the widest battery selection in the segment. Elevation comes with either Standard or Extended Range batteries, while AT4 gets Extended or Max Range options. Denali gets all three.

Range estimates vary by trim and battery size. Elevation with Extended Range hits 410 miles on a full charge. AT4 with Max Range pushes that to 478 miles, which means you could drive from Los Angeles to Phoenix or New York City to Virginia Beach without stopping. That beats everything else in the electric truck market right now.

Smaller battery packs don’t just save money upfront. They also drop the truck’s weight, which bumps payload capacity up to 2,250 pounds on Standard Range models. That’s a real number you can use, not some theoretical maximum that requires you to drive with an empty tank and no passengers.

Power Numbers That Deliver

All Sierra EVs run dual motors with all-wheel drive. Elevation and Denali with Standard Range batteries make 645 horsepower. Step up to AT4 Extended Range and you get 625 horsepower, while AT4 Max Range cranks out 725 horses. Denali Max Range tops everything at 760 horsepower.

Torque sits at 775 pound-feet across the board. That’s instant, electric torque that hits the second you touch the accelerator. No waiting for turbos to spool up or transmissions to downshift.

An 800-volt architecture supports DC fast charging up to 350 kilowatts. In real terms, that’s 100 miles of range in about 10 minutes when you find a fast charger. Available 10.2-kilowatt Energy Transfer Pro system turns your truck bed into a power station with both 120-volt and 240-volt outlets.

Inside Where It Counts

Both new trims get the MultiPro MidGate that folds down to create nearly 11 feet of cargo space with the tailgate open. eTrunk up front adds lockable storage where a gas engine would normally sit. Super Cruise comes standard on everything, which makes highway trips less exhausting.

AT4 gets its own Forest Storm interior color scheme with ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a panoramic fixed glass roof. Red tow hooks and a red illuminated GMC badge mark it as the off-road model from a distance.

Your Electric Truck Decision Just Got Easier

Sierra EV lineup hits dealerships this summer. GMC took the smart approach here by offering real choice instead of forcing everyone into a single expensive trim. You can buy a capable electric truck for reasonable money, or spend more to get trail-ready features or luxury appointments. Battery options mean you’re not stuck paying for range you don’t need.

Jaclyn McQuaid, GMC’s global vice president, said the Elevation, AT4, and Denali represent the most popular Sierra configurations and account for two out of three light-duty Sierra sales. Bringing those same choices to the electric lineup makes sense for anyone shopping trucks in 2026.