If you have ever wondered why spending around $80,000 on a used diesel 2500 pickup truck could possibly be considered a smart buy, you are in the right place. We see a lot of heavy-duty trucks come through our dealership, and this specific 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 AT4X Duramax diesel caught our attention for all the right reasons. Let us break down exactly why this truck makes so much sense.
The Math Behind Buying a Used Luxury Diesel Truck
First and foremost, let us talk about the price tag. A brand new AT4X 2500 Duramax diesel is an upper 90s pickup truck. You are looking at around $98,000 fresh off the assembly line. The truck we are looking at in the video today is priced right at $78,900 on the lot. That is almost a $20,000 savings for a 2024 model that only has 20,000 miles on it. For a heavy-duty diesel truck, 20,000 miles means it is barely even broken in.
Plus, this specific truck comes with an upgraded set of aftermarket wheels and tires that would easily cost you another four grand to add on yourself. This is the real story to be told with high-end pickup trucks today. You can save a ton of money by buying them slightly used instead of taking that massive initial depreciation hit right out of the gate. Used standard AT4 and Denali models are currently running in the low 70s, so spending just a little more puts you in a completely different tier of truck.
What Makes the AT4X Different From the Rest?
You might be asking what sets this premium truck apart from a standard AT4 or a Denali. It comes down to a few major upgrades that completely change the daily driving experience.
The biggest game changer is the suspension setup. It features the Multimatic DSSV shocks, which you can easily spot by their blue and yellow casing. You will not find this high-performance suspension on any other heavy-duty pickup truck made by GM. They are designed to handle high heat for aggressive off-road use, but the best part is how they perform on the asphalt. Whether you are doing city driving or cruising down the highway, it handles bumps exceptionally well and is super comfortable.
Visually, it stands out with higher ground clearance equating to a two or three-inch factory lift. You also get flared out plastic wheel well liners for off-road protection, painted front bumpers, red tow hooks, and the signature AT4X bronze and black grille. Power running boards come standard on this trim as well.
A Cabin Built Like a Denali Ultimate with Unmatched Capabilities
Step inside, and the luxury really shines. You get full grain leather massaging seats, a suede headliner, the tech package with a massive touchscreen, a heads up display, and a power sunroof. It essentially has all the high-end interior features of a Denali Ultimate, just with a different interior color scheme and a much better suspension system underneath you. You also get a Bose premium sound system and adaptive cruise control for those long road trips.
Another massive feature that no other truck on the market offers in this class is locking front and rear differentials. When you pair that with the standard 6.6L Duramax diesel engine pushing 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque through an Allison 10-speed transmission, you have an unstoppable rig.
When it comes to towing, the AT4X 2500 is rated for 18,500 pounds conventional and 17,300 pounds for a fifth wheel or gooseneck. It is slightly less than a base model heavy-duty because of the upgraded suspension and extra equipment weight, but 18,000 pounds is still a massive amount of towing capacity for almost any situation.
Finally, let us talk about scarcity and resale value. GM does not make a ton of these AT4X models compared to the regular AT4 or Denali. Because they are hard to find and cater to a wealthier buyer pool who wants the absolute best, the supply and demand curve means this truck is going to hold its value exceptionally well over time.
If you are looking for a top-tier truck dealership and live anywhere within four hours of our lot at 4126 Oregon Pike, Ephrata, PA 17522, making the trip for a clean, used luxury diesel like this is simply a smart financial move.
Check out the full walkthrough video below and let us know what you think. Would you prefer this AT4X over a Denali Ultimate or a regular AT4?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98CVgPtgwls