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Summary
It may not attract a lot of attention, but the Sonoma is one of the most capable compact trucks on the market. It seems to do everything well and it is constantly being refined.With an almost bewildering array of models and options, the GMC Sonoma offers plenty of choices to suit a wide range of drivers.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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2WD Regular Cab 6.1-ft. box 108.3-in wheelbase 2.2-liter SL ($13,124), SLS/SLE $14,282); 2WD Regular Cab 7.4-ft. box 117.9-in wheelbase 2.2-liter SL ($13,475), SLS ($14,633); 2WD Extended Cab 6.1-ft. box 122.9-in. wheelbase 2.2-liter SL ($15,324), SLS/SLE ($16,583); 4WD Regular Cab 6.1-ft. box 108.3-in. wheelbase 4.3-liter SL ($17,358), SLS/SLE ($18,686); 4WD Extended Cab 6.1-ft. box 122.9-in. wheelbase SLS/SLE Sportside ($19,282), SLS/SLE Wideside ($20,736) |
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Engines:
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4.3-liter ohv V6 |
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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, ABS standard |
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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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Linden, New Jersey; Shrevesport, Louisiana |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Sonoma Extended Cab 4WD Sportside |
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Standard Equipment:
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ABS, AM/FM stereo, clock, tinted glass, full instrumentation, 60/40 front bench seat, intermittent wiper/washer, painted rear step bumper, full carpeting with floor mats, dual lighted visor mirrors, heavy-duty suspension package with heavy-duty shocks |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Super Spec Equipment Group 1SH ($3,037) includes air conditioning, third door, automatic transmission, cast-aluminum wheels, CD stereo, tilt steering column, cruise control, deep tinted glass; power windows, door locks and mirrors, and remote keyless entry ($795); locking rear differential ($270); P235/75R15 tires ($218); air deflector and fog lamps ($115) |
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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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25171 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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190 @ 4400 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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250 @ 2800 |
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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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16/21 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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205.3/67.9/63.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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57.2/55.1 |
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Turning circle:
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41.6 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.5/52.0/42.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.5/52.0/42.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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48.1 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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5900 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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live axle |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3753 |
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Tires:
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P235/75R15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with 4-wheel ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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19.0 |
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