The GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range test drive revealed a unique feature that sets it apart from other electric trucks: the MidGate Pro. This fully removable back wall of the cab allows for carrying long items or enjoying the breeze from a partially open cockpit.
The MidGate Pro is available on both the GMC Sierra EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV. It works by tucking away the rear glass and back wall of the cab, creating a single contiguous body with the bed.
How the MidGate Pro Works
The feature is particularly well-suited for electric trucks, as there’s no need to worry about monoxide leaking into the cockpit. The cab and bed form a single body, making it ideal for carrying long items.
Some may remember that the Chevrolet Avalanche and Cadillac Escalade EXT had a similar feature in the past. However, the current execution is improved, with a focus on ease of use and practicality.
Key Benefits of the MidGate Pro
The MidGate Pro is super easy to operate, requiring only a single person to snap it down. It’s also idiot-proof, with a little catch-nub that securely holds the glass as you release it.
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The seatback has a pocket for the rear glass, making it self-contained and easy to handle. However, the tonneau cover that goes over the bed can be cumbersome and heavy, requiring removal to use the MidGate.
For those interested in learning more, there’s a detailed explainer video available that shows exactly how to use the system.
Practical Applications of the MidGate Pro
The MidGate Pro allows for carrying items up to 95″ in length, making it ideal for hauling long cargo. The practical max length, midgate open, from the frontmost hard floor to the back of the bed, tailgate closed, is also 95″.
Using all space behind the driver’s seat, through the midgate, to the end of the bed, tailgate closed, provides ample room for cargo. The longest thing that can be safely carried without annoying the driver or front passenger or hanging off the edge of the tailgate is also notable.
In terms of real-world measurements, the truck bed length, tailgate closed, is notable, while the truck bed length including tailgate-as-cargo-floor, tailgate down, offers even more space.
