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overview|exterior & interior|driving performance|pricing & specs
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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 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 4WD WT ($26,930), Extended Cab 2500 2WD SLE2 long bed ($32,300), Crew Cab 3500 4WD DRW WT ($32,885), Extended Cab 3500 DRW 4WD SLT ($38,175) |
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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 ($39,310) |
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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, aluminum wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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6.6-liter diesel ($7195); Allison automatic ($1200); EZ tailgate ($95); HD trailer package ($230); cargo management ($95); radiator cover ($55) |
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Destination Charge:
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925 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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49105 |
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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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NA |
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Payload:
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2779 |
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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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| 2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This truck drives awesome! Holds the road great and very powerful (duramax). For sure the interior, by far the best deign yet. The wheels as well 16" alloys. Exterior body styling is very smooth. | | posted by Curtis on Jul 30 2008 | | |
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| | Interior on the SLT very well laid our and looks like it should be in a luxury car. The GM 100k warranty is a big plus. Still larger fuel tank needed for HD trucks. | | posted by Yanm on Jul 30 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | The interior comfort is excellent. The seats are very comfy, and the quality is outstanding. I have not had any problems to speak of. I'm real impressed with this truck. The only downside is the gas mileage. | | posted by Riderrs on Jul 30 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Far quieter than Ford or Dodge diesels. Heated leather seats. Separate temp control for the passenger. Overall it would be hard to find a better truck.Overall it would be hard to find a better truck. | | posted by Brence on Jul 30 2008 | | |
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