2029 GMC Jimmy: Everything We KnowIllustration by Avarvarii - MotorTrendWhat It IsThe Jimmy was one of GMC's most recognizable nameplates, dating back to the 1970s, before being discontinued in 2001 after the rise of car-based crossover SUVs. But now, with buyers showing renewed interest in boxy, off-road-ready models, this is the perfect time for the Jimmy to return.Rumblings about GM reviving the GMC Jimmy get loudest whenever a new body-on-frame (BOF) SUV makes an appearance. Last time, the volume rose after the 2020 launch of the Ford Bronco. They crescendoed again following the debut of the popular Hyundai Boulder concept at the 2026 New York auto show this year.What makes the rumors different this time is we're hearing similar positivity from insiders regarding the Jimmy's return. We've tapped our sources and collective brainpower to compile everything we know about the 2029 GMC Jimmy, and included our artist's illustrations of possible two- and four-door designs.Illustration by Avarvarii - MotorTrendWhy It MattersSUVs are dominating the marketplace, and GMC has only the Hummer EV SUV and Yukon AT4 as its off-road-oriented SUVs. With Ford, Toyota, Lexus, and even Hyundai entering the space with cool-looking, boxy SUVs, this is GMC's latest chance to grab a piece of the pie and revive a beloved nameplate at the same time. A modern Jimmy will also give GMC something more rugged and lifestyle-focused than the Terrain to slot below the Yukon.AdvertisementAdvertisementThat said, none of the rumors are definitive about how a new 2029 Jimmy will look. As we understand things, GM is considering two paths: modern or retro. To the former, we've heard it would draw heavily on GMC's current crop of SUVs, the Acadia, Terrain, and Yukon. Think a modern, smooth, roundish look with creases and sculpting to imply toughness.The retro path has more consistently appeared in rumors, which indicate a design that harkens back to the C/K full-size Jimmy of the 1960s and '70s. With the popularity of the Bronco, the longstanding tradition of the Wrangler, and the latest Toyota Land Cruiser's look, this wouldn't be a poor choice. Even the Hyundai Boulder concept shows influence from vintage SUVs, with its square LED lights, trucklike features, and upright greenhouse.It's this second look that we asked our illustrator to riff on. We'd be happy if the production Jimmy looks even close to these, and includes similarly cool details like the old-school badge and contrast side stripes.A retro-inspired style would move it closer to the Ford Bronco or Toyota Land Cruiser, as well, although GMC could also follow the Lexus playbook and offer more than one Jimmy flavor. In that case, one version could lean rugged and trail-focused, while another—Jimmy Denali!—could emphasize refinement and everyday usability.MotorTrendPlatform and PowertrainUnlike the current Chevrolet Blazer, the new GMC Jimmy will answer the longstanding calls for GM to build a real off-road SUV. Thus, it would be a midsize BOF model rather than use a unibody, likely utilizing an evolution of the 31XX-2 platform used for the Canyon pickup. It's also possible the T1XX architecture that serves under the full-size trucks could be adapted, as it is just now being updated for the 2027 Sierra.AdvertisementAdvertisementChanges would likely center around how the rear end would be controlled. While leaf springs work fine on a pickup, we think the 2029 GMC Jimmy would need a five-link suspension for its live axle and use coil springs to be considered competitive against the Bronco, Wrangler, and even the Toyota 4Runner. The strut front design using an independent front axle is already well suited for the task and will likely remain.MotorTrendWhat makes the Jimmy different from the Bronco is that a V-8 would be an option under the hood, likely the sixth-generation small-block V-8 that just debuted in the Corvette. (The Wrangler offers a V-8 in the 392 model.) If the Jimmy is based on the Sierra platform, it could also offer the 2.7-liter turbo I-4, which makes a healthy 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque.The Boulder concept is expected to offer a long-range EREV setup. GM doesn't offer an EREV powertrain in North America, but that kind of technology could bridge the gap between EVs and hybrids and make sense for the Jimmy, as well. It could deliver electric daily driving and instant torque for off-roading while preserving the long-distance flexibility buyers expect from an SUV.Estimated Price: $70,000AdvertisementAdvertisementExpected On-Sale Date: Fall 2028This article was originally published on April 21, 2026. It has been updated with additional information.Photo credit: MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrendPhoto credit: Illustration by Avarvarii - MotorTrendPhoto credit: Illustration by Avarvarii - MotorTrendAdvertisementAdvertisementPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendAdvertisementAdvertisementPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendAdvertisementAdvertisementPhoto credit: MotorTrend - MotorTrendWhen Will We See It? How Much Will It Cost?The timing of a 2029 GMC Jimmy isn't precisely known. The current EPA rules around emissions encourage V-8-powered vehicles and boxy trucks and SUVs. However, with fuel prices where they are at the time of this writing, shoppers seem to be reconsidering hybrids and even EVs. Still, even if gas remains high, there's likely a strong market for a well-designed off-road SUV from General Motors given how many Broncos and Wranglers roam American roads. Our best guess is that the reborn GMC Jimmy will arrive in late 2028 or early 2029 as a 2029 model, at a starting price competitive with those of its rivals. That would place it in the low to mid $40,000s, although versions such as the no-brainer AT4 and AT4X off-road models would be much pricier.