2003 GMC Sierra 2500 Review (continued)
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Summary

GMC Sierra delivers lots of power, big payload capacities, and lots of towing capability. It looks classy and distinctive. The extended-cab SLE is among the smoothest, quietest, most civilized, best equipped, and most enjoyable pickup trucks we've ever driven. The GMC Sierra is a must-see if you're buying a new full-size pickup.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	2WD Regular Cab 6.5-ft. box Standard ($18,603), SLE ($24,079); Extended Cab 8-ft. box SLE ($27,986); SLT ($29,586); 1500 HD Crew Cab ($30,220) 4WD Regular Cab 6.5-ft. box Standard ($23,315), SLE $27,171); Extended Cab, 8-ft. box, SLE ($31,063), SLT ($32,663); 1500 HD Crew Cab ($33,620) Denali Extended Cab, 6.5-foot box ($44,250)
Engines:	6.0-liter ohv 16-valve V8
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	dual-stage front airbags with front passenger suppression switch, ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning, LATCH-style child-seat anchors
Saftey Equipment (optional):	traction control
Basic Warranty:	3 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In:	Pontiac, Michigan; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	1500 HD 4WD Crew Cab ($33,620)
Standard Equipment:	dual-zone air conditioning, 6.0-liter V8, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, 4-wheel ABS with dynamic brake proportioning, cruise control, electronic shift transfer case, light package, electric rear defrost, power windows and door locks, remote locking/security system, deep tinted glass, inside mirror with compass and temperature readouts, mini overhead console, storage tray, leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, outside folding power heated mirrors, driver message center, handling/trailering suspension package
Options As Tested (MSRP):	5{1600) includes leather seating surfaces and power front driver's seat, fog lights, OnStar; front full-feature reclining bucket seats ($2125) include power lumbar support, heat and memory, 6-way power for passenger seat, rear-seat audio controls; heavy-duty trailering equipment ($215); AM/FM/CD/cassette ($595); polished aluminum wheels ($150); 4.10 rear axle ratio ($50)
Destination Charge:	745
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	39100
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	224 @ 4400
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	488 @ 4000
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
Wheelbase:	153.0
Length/width/height:	237.2/78.5/77.3
Track, f/r:	68.6/66.0
Turning circle:	49.5
Seating capacity:	6
Head/hip/leg room, f:	41.0/61.4/41.3
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	39.0/62.9/39.1
Cargo volume:
Payload:	2783
Towing capacity:
Suspension, f:	independent
Suspension, r:	live axle
Ground clearance:	8.9
Curb weight:	5817
Tires:	10,200
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc with ABS and Dynamic Rear Proportioning
Fuel capacity:	26.0