Nice truck...but the thread starter was looking at SUV's for the wife...not a pickup.
Oh yeah, the Ford and Dodge have higher tow ratings too.

I'm sure that is an unbiased comparsion being a GM site.

As an unbiased consumer who has owned GM, Chrysler, Mitsubishi and Honda vehicles...GM's current problems are a lack of styling in their mainstream vehicles. The trucks really need an update...especially in the interior. Ford and Dodge are WAY ahead in not only styling, but in function. They haven't changed their truck interiors in like over 10 yrs!!! I don't think anyone will argue that the drivetrains in GM's are not some of the best....but everyone else now has great drivetrains as well...so it then comes down to style, features and price/value.

My bad I should have read the SUV part.

Sorry but Ford and Dodge 1/2 tons don't have higher tow ratings. I just did a comparison on the Ford Web Site:

Standard Tow Capacity (lbs.)


7100- Ford F150



8100-GMC Denali



7100-Dodge Ram 1500 Quad



7100-Toyota Tundra

Well, yeah if you're looking at base power...but not once you compare like powerplants to GM's 6.0L...the 5.7L Hemi in the Dodge and the 5.4L Triton in the Ford...then you see that the Dodge and Ford are rated to Tow more. It even shows that on GM's site. Plus one can load up the Dodge and Ford with similar options to the Denali and they will not only tow more, but will cost less. You also left out the Nissan...which is tow rated 9100 w/Standard power.
All mute, as he is only having to tow 4000lbs and looking for a SUV.
Again, you have a beautiful truck and rightfully should be a proud owner.

Mike go with the Sequoia your wife will love it and it will pull your boat just fine.
It all about QUALITY & DEPRECIATION.
Toyota is best in both of those categories.
The Resale is better than any other suv,except maybe the Excursion

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