Looking for input / opinions -- 2020 Sierra trade-in for 2022 Tundra.

I think that's my main question about getting out of the Denali. I know I will not own it after the warranty expires so I have about 16-18 months to trade it for something else. It's just a matter of doing it now or waiting until the Hybrid Tundra or 2023 is available. And I'm just trying to figure out which way will result in smallest loss on the transactions. I agree with your thought that the 2020 Denali will probably depreciate more quickly once all the refreshed GM models are on the market from 2022+. They really look far better on the interior this year. I think if I get a good deal on a 2022 Tundra Platinum I will probably take the deal and expect that the 2022 Tundra will hold value better over the next couple of years compared to my 2020 Denali.

 

Went through the same process before I ordered mine. It’s like auto chess right now if you’re in a spot of needing a new vehicle. Haven’t driven a hybrid though and I always fall for higher HP and torque numbers.

 

I was in a similar situation as you but with another mfr. About Q3 last year I traded my 14 tundra with my brother's 18 f150 plat and drove the f150 for a couple months. During my brief time with it there were a number of issues, mainly check engine lights, and eventually it left me stranded on the side of the road. I went a put a deposit that afternoon for the 22 tundra with a dealer that didn't mark up the price. My conclusion was the same as yours- I'd rather take a chance on a first year toyota than wait for the next issue to pop up.

I went with Option A. I was hoping to get the hybrid as well but given the circumstances and the meager improvements in mpg of the hybrid, I opted to go with the non-hybrid. Most of my driving is freeway so I wouldn't realize any savings in fuel costs. The stock motor has been fine for me, there's plenty of passing power on the freeway. The transmission will drop 2 gears and you'll easily go from 60s to 80 very quickly. Around town there is a slight delay during initial throttle tip in but that's easily resolved in Platinum models if you select the Sport+ drive mode. In the short time I've had the 22, the urge to trade for the hybrid is no longer there.

 

Wow, just read through the entire thread. I believe the OP is asking about the 3rd gen tundra, not 2.5 gen so I'm not sure why there's so much input by the 2/2.5 crowd. While they are right that the 2/2.5 is a great truck, the interior is nowhere near the 22. My 22 has an interior that is on par or better than the f150 platinum I had briefly last year. The leather is soft, buttons and switches feel like a Lexus, black headliner feels very premium and the overall design/layout is very contemporary. Comparing my 2.5 to my 3rd gen is like comparing a toyota to a lexus, it is that much better in every way.

The issues that are cropping up in some of the 3rd gens are real and unfortunate, but compared to what OP and I have gone through, these are small issues that are easily resolved. So some trim pieces are falling off, big whoop. I'd take that any day over a self-destructing fuel pump that sends metal bits all the way to the engine and necessitates an entire fuel system replacement.

 

Appreciate the input. And yes, I'm not interested in the 2.5 gen. I love the reliability, but I want the improved safety packages, ride quality, and interior as well (along with improved mpg).

I definitely understand that the 3rd gen hasn't been as reliable as the 2/2.5 gen Tundras (realistically, almost no non-Toyota has been so reliable as those). At the same time, I'm hoping the wastegate and other issues may be ironed out in these trucks with April and beyond build dates. Even if not, I doubt they are less reliable than GM / Ford. If you go to any forum, you will read about the common issues for each brand but the GM valve spring (6.2L) and lifter issues (6.2L and 5.3L) were quite widespread from what I can tell. I got hit by both. Truck in the shop multiple months. I can't risk going with another GM 6.2L, so I'm looking at the Tundra or the GM 3.0 diesel as the 2 options that work best for me with (hopefully) a more reliable powertrain.

I also had electrical issues in the Denali, but those are minor enough (few days in the shop on 2 occasions early on) that I hardly recall compared to the engine stuff.

 

in terms of resale value/quality control, GM is not comparable to Toyota...

 

historically yes, currently , not so sure

 

I’m in similar boat, same thinking!. 2018 Denali 6.2 ultimate, I’m warranty till December. Every problem there is. Father in law has a 2021 with under 20k miles, electrical, lifter explosion, fuel pump, water pump. Will be my first and last GM truck (other than my 197@ c10!). Have a limited TRD on order and plan to get a 23 or 24 hybrid, may jump up to platinum for that. Hope the tundra comes soon as no way I’m driving this GM without warranty and used market here is insane if I wanted a bridge vehicle. Feb1 deposit, was told 3-4 months but haven’t heard a thing. As others alluded to I would way rather take a 22 new model tundra than any current late model GM

 

If you’re looking for quick turn that diesel won’t be close to breaking even on fuel savings. I will say though that barring problems you’ll irrationally dig that diesel. Have a buddy with one who talks about torque every time I pass him on the freeway. He happily drives around the block a few times when that regen hits and agrees to pull anything he can at any time so he can gloat about the milage.