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Summary
After having driven them both, we can say with some authority that the GMC Sierra and its Chevrolet Silverado sibling are the best all-around trucks among the newest generation of full-size pickups from Detroit. The Sierra SLT is smooth, quiet, well behaved and well equipped, among the most capable pickup trucks we've ever driven.Pricing is always a factor in these things, and GMC, like everyone else in Detroit, is holding prices to the absolute limit in order to attract customers. The base Sierra starts at $16,580 (including the $625 destination charge); that's a 2WD regular cab, short bed, Wideside with the 4.3-liter V6 in SL trim. Our test truck was $23,644 plus $1,720 for the SLT upgrade. If you're looking for a pickup truck this year you owe it to yourself and your family to test-drive the Sierra. After a couple of miles, pull up to a stop light, close your eyes, and tell yourself you're in an American pickup truck.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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5.3-liter ohv 16v V8 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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Dual airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Lansing, Michigan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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2500 SLT |
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Standard Equipment:
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(SLT) ABS, air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, light package, tinted glass, tilt wheel, alloy wheels, AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo, rear defrost, anti-theft system, leather power lumbar heated seats, overhead console, floor console, cruise control, remote locking/security system, electrochromic mirror with compass, leather-wrapped steering wheel, folding power heated chrome mirrors, cast aluminum wheels, trailer wire harness |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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25364 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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270 @ 5000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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315 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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15/19 |
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Wheelbase:
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143.5 |
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Length/width/height:
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227.6/78.5/74.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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65.0/66.0 |
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Turning circle:
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.0/61.4/41.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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2,614 |
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Towing capacity:
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7500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Solid axle |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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4586 |
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Tires:
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P255/70R-16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc |
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Fuel capacity:
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26.0 |
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