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Summary
If you want the capability of a big pickup with the least sensation of driving a big pickup, the Sierra HD deserves consideration. In a world run amuck for ever-larger trailers and powerplants, it's a sensible alternative for anyone who needs to haul stuff but doesn't want a special driver's license to do it.G.R. Whale filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from La Jolla, California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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GMC Sierra HD Regular Cab 2500 ($22,225-$28,335), Extended Cab 2500 ($26,010-$35,810), Crew Cab 2500 ($28,005-$39,880), Regular Cab 3500 ($23,585-$29,735), Extended Cab 3500 $26,875-$36,635), Crew Cab 3500 ($29,115-$38,690) |
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Engines:
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6.6-liter ohv 32-valve V8 turbodiesel |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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frontal airbags, front seat belt pretensioners, ABS, OnStar |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Pontiac, Michigan; Flint, Michigan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 6.6 auto ($35,120) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, power steering, power disc brakes, locking differential, tire pressure monitors, Autotrac electric-shift 4WD, power heated mirrors, power windows, power locks, overhead console, cruise control, tilt leather wheel, driver info center, CD/MP3 audio, tap-shift automatic, fog lamps |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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6.6-liter diesel ($7195); Allison automatic ($1200); aluminum wheels ($250); EZ tailgate ($95); HD trailer package ($230); cargo racks ($175); radiator cover ($55) |
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Destination Charge:
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900 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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45220 |
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Layout:
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4-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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365 @ 3200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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660 @ 1600 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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Wheelbase:
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167.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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258.7/80.0/76.1 |
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Track, f/r:
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68.6/66.0 |
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Turning circle:
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55.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.2/62.5/41.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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40.5/65.4/39.0 |
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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13,000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, torsion bars |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle and leaf springs |
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Ground clearance:
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9.1 |
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Curb weight:
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7121 |
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Tires:
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LT265/75R17E |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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34.0 |
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