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2027 GMC Sierra 1500 prototype: fresh design, digital cabin, V8 and hybrid power

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See the 2027 GMC Sierra 1500 prototype: redesigned lights, sleeker aero, a digital cabin, and expected V8 and hybrid power. Full reveal in 2026, sales in 2027.
Michael Powers, Editor

General Motors is preparing the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, with its debut targeted for 2027. Recent road tests gave spy photographers their first clear look at a prototype wearing minimal camouflage.

The images reveal redesigned headlights, a fresh front end with a more aerodynamic bumper and large air intakes, and taillights with a revised shape. The cleaner face hints at an effort to improve airflow while preserving the pickup’s confident stance.

Interior updates

Inside, the Sierra is set to adopt a fully digital instrument cluster, higher-grade materials, and an expanded suite of driver-assistance features. Together, these changes aim for a more cohesive, contemporary cabin that feels easier to live with every day.

Under the hood, a new generation of gasoline V8 engines and hybrid technology is expected. The pickup will continue on the T1 platform, with refinements focused on comfort and efficiency. The evolutionary approach suggests GMC is chasing meaningful gains without disrupting what owners already value.

The updated Sierra 1500 is positioned as a headline addition to the lineup and is intended to strengthen GMC’s footing in the full-size pickup segment. A full unveiling is anticipated in 2026, with sales slated to begin the following year.