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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $33,142–$42,666 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 6.7/10, the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500HD earns a Good rating among the trucks we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.4/10, while Reliability at 7.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional truck — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability comes in at 7.2/10 in our assessment — above the middle of the pack for this class, though not flawless. On safety it earns 8.1/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
The 8.4/10 performance score reflects a chassis and powertrain that punch above the segment norm — this is a truck you choose partly for the drive itself. Technology scores 8.3/10 — one of the stronger tech packages in the segment. Expect a responsive infotainment system, broad smartphone integration, and a solid suite of driver-assistance features.
Priced from $33,142–$42,666, 10 MPG, seating 5, the GMC Sierra 2500HD sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The 8.4/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this truck delivers more than most of the class. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500HD, but it needs the right buyer. and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 GMC Sierra 2500HD ranks #495 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 4% of the segment. Its 6.7/10 overall score is 0.7 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $33,142 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 6%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Across the Sierra 2500HD model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.3/10 | $46,762 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.2/10 | $45,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.1/10 | $44,038 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.2/10 | $42,676 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.1/10 | $41,314 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.0/10 | $39,952 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.0/10 | $38,590 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.9/10 | $37,228 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.8/10 | $35,866 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.8/10 | $34,504 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 6.7/10 | $33,142 |
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