2011 GMC Sierra 1500

Basic Specs

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Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 4633
City (MPG) 15
Hwy (MPG) 20
Horsepower 195@4600
Torque (lb-ft) 260@2800
Wheelbase 119.0
Length (in.) 205.6
Width (in.) 79.9
Height (in.) 73.8

A multiple award-winner since its major redesign for 2007, the Sierra is a hard-working truck with a long-standing reputation to uphold. Since 2007 the Sierra has also received a series of technology and minor cosmetic upgrades to remain competitive in a fiercely competitive market.

A key to the Sierra's success is its customizability. There are four engine options for the 1500, with the long-serving 4.3 liter V6 at the bottom of the pile. It makes 195 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 260 lb-ft at 2,800 rpm, returning up to 15 city and 20 highway miles per gallon. Next up is a 4.8-liter V8 with 295 hp at 5,600 rpm and 305 lb-ft at 4,800 rpm, returning 14 city and up to 19 highway mpg. A 5.3-liter V8 with Active Fuel Management is rated at 315 hp at 5,200 rpm and 338 lb-ft at 4,400 rpm - and is good for 14 city and as much as 20 highway mpg. An E85 version of that engine is available only on 2WD Extended Cab models. Both the 4.8 and 5.3 engines now come with Variable Valve Timing (VVT). The 5.3-liter V8 now enjoys a six-speed automatic transmission for regular and extended cab models.

There is also a larger 6.0-liter V8 with Active Fuel Management. It is solely available on the Extended Cab model with short and standard box lengths. It flexes to the tune of 367 hp at 5,500 rpm and 375 lb-ft at 4,300 rpm. All the engines are mated only to a four-speed automatic transmission.

The big boy on the block is a 6.2-liter V8 - available on the Denali models only, and boasts 403 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque and can return 13 city, and 19 highway mpg.

Then there are the cab / box combinations. There are six permutations in all. The Regular cab is available with both the short and long boxes, the Extended cab adds a short box option, and the conventionally-hinged four-door Crew cab can only be had with a short box.

A tire-pressure monitoring system for the 17-inch wheels is standard across the board, as is an anti-lock braking system and an MP3-capable CD player in the AM/FM stereo.

The options and packages are too numerous to get into here. Suffice it to say, there are five separate trims of the Sierra 1500, but some are restricted to a specific body-style.

Inside the Sierra there are several upgrades and changes to interior materials and layout. GMC also added a USB connectivity center console for music storage and device charging functions. GMC also saw sit to add an optional rearview camera on even more models than before. Standard across the lineup is StabiliTrak - GMC's own brand of electronic stability control.

Maximum payload of all Sierra 1500s is handled by the 2WD model with Regular Cab / Standard box at 1,947 lbs, while the Regular Cab 4WD model with the 5.3-liter V8 manages to tow 8,900 lbs when also equipped with a 4.10:1 axle.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Pickup Truck
    • Size: Fullsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 4633 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 205.6 in.
    • Width: 79.9 in.
    • Height: 73.8 in.
    • Wheelbase: 119.0 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 8.4 in.
    • Front Track: 68.1 in.
    • Rear Track: 67.0 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 59/41
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 2
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: 60.7 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): N/A
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 41.3 in.
    • Head Room: 41.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 65.2 in.
    • Hip Room: 62.5 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 4.3L V6
    • Power: 195 hp @ 4600 rpm
    • Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
    • Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 20 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 15 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Torsion-Beam
    • Rear Suspension: Solid Axle
    • Wheels
    • Front: 17" Steel
    • Front Tires: P245/70R17
    • Rear: 17" Steel
    • Rear Tires: P245/70R17
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 9700 lbs
    • Payload: 1768
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Work Truck Preferred Package

      • WT models include: Remote Keyless Entry Power door locks EZ-Lift locking tailgate Solar-Ray® deep-tinted glass Requires Regular or Extended Cab models; not available with Special Equipment Option power windows, locks and mirrors. Regular Cab SLE models include: Remote vehicle start Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls Bluetooth®1 for phone CD/MP3 player with USB2 Fog lamps EZ-Lift tailgate with locking feature 17" polished cast aluminum wheels CD/MP3 player with USB2 can be upgraded to MP3 compatible 6-disc CD player. Extended and Crew Cab™ SLE models include: Dual-zone automatic air conditioning 6-way power driver seat adjuster Bluetooth®1 for phone CD/MP3 player with USB2 Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls Fog lamps EZ-Lift locking tailgate Not available with Texas Edition, Regional Value Package, Extended Cab SLE Value Package or Power Tech Package. CD/MP3 player with USB2 can be upgraded to MP3 compatible 6-disc CD player.

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      Heavy-Duty Trailering Package

      • Heavy-duty Trailering Package for 4-speed automatic transmission includes: Trailering hitch platform and 2" receiver 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector to hook up park lamps, backup lamps, right and left turn signals, an electric brake lead, battery and a ground Wiring harness located in the instrument panel for connecting an aftermarket trailer brake controller External transmission oil cooler Heavy-duty automatic locking rear differential On Work Truck and SL models, includes Handling/Trailering Suspension Package. On Work Truck models, not available with Vortec® 4.3L V6 MFI engine or Solid Smooth Ride Suspension Package. Heavy-duty Trailering Package for 6-speed automatic transmission includes: Trailering hitch platform and 2" receiver 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector to hook up park lamps, backup lamps, right and left turn signals, an electric brake lead, battery and a ground Wiring harness located in the instrument panel for connecting an aftermarket trailer brake controller Heavy-duty cooling package External engine oil cooler and external transmission oil cooler Heavy-duty automatic locking rear differential On Work Truck models, includes available Handling/Trailering Suspension Package.

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      Work Truck Plus Package

      • Includes: 17" chrome-styled steel wheels Chrome grille with chrome surround Fog lamps Front frame-mounted recovery hooks (2WD models) Requires Regular or Extended Cab models.

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      Protection Package

      • This package features some of the most popular dealer-installed accessories: Rear wheelhouse liner to help minimize load shifting Molded splash guards for both the front and the rear, with the logo design on the rear splash guards Bedrail protector helps minimize scratching and denting the bedrail Not available on Extended Cab Long Box models.

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      Handling/Trailering suspension, Heavy-duty

      • Handling/Trailering suspension, Heavy-duty

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      Vortec 4.3L V6 MFI Engine

      • Standard on select models. 195 hp @ 4600 rpm 260 lb-ft of torque @ 2800 rpm Backed by the 100,000-mile/5-year Powertrain Warranty1 Not available with the available Snow Plow Prep Package or Trailering Package.

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      Vortec 4.8L V8 SFI FlexFuel Engine

      • Available 4.8L V8 engine: 302 hp @ 5600 rpm 305 lb-ft of torque @ 4600 rpm E85 capable1 Variable-Valve Timing Sequential Fuel Injection Iron block Paired with the 4-speed Hydra-Matic® automatic transmission Backed by the 100,000-mile/5-year Powertrain Warranty2 1 E85 is a combination of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Visit gm.com/e85 to see if there is an E85 station near you. 2 Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.

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      Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI, Flex Fuel Iron Block Engine

      • Available on select WT/SLE models. Standard on select SLT models. 315 hp @ 5200 rpm 335 lb-ft of torque @ 4000 rpm E85 capable1 Active Fuel Management® improves fuel economy by deactivating half of the engine's cylinders when the power isn't needed Variable-Valve Timing Sequential Fuel Injection Iron block Paired with the 6-speed Hydra-Matic® automatic transmission Backed by the 100,000-mile/5-year Powertrain Warranty2. 1 E85 is a combination of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Visit gm.com/e85 to see if there is an E85 station near you.

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      4-Speed Automatic

      • Engineered to provide smooth seamless shifts, the Hydra-Matic® electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is matched with the Vortec® 4.3L V6 and 4.8L V8 for added control and confidence. It includes Tow/Haul mode, which adjusts the transmission shift pattern to reduce shift cycling, providing increased performance, vehicle control and transmission cooling while trailering. On Crew Cab models, requires Vortec 4.8L V8 SFI FlexFuel engine.

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      6-Speed Automatic

      • Engineered to provide smooth seamless shifts, the Hydra-Matic® electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is matched with the Vortec® 4.3L V6 and 4.8L V8 for added control and confidence. It includes Tow/Haul mode, which adjusts the transmission shift pattern to reduce shift cycling, providing increased performance, vehicle control and transmission cooling while trailering. On Crew Cab models, requires Vortec 4.8L V8 SFI FlexFuel engine.

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      3.23 Rear Axle ratio

      • 3.23 Rear Axle ratio

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      3.08 rear axle ratio

      • 3.08 rear axle ratio

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      3.73 Rear Axle ratio

      • 3.73 Rear Axle ratio

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      3.42 Rear Axle ratio

      • 3.42 Rear Axle ratio

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      Heavy Duty Cooling Package

      • The Heavy-Duty Cooling Package includes external engine oil cooler, auxiliary external transmission oil cooler, electric fan and heavy-duty radiator.

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      Engine Block Heater

      • To help ease cold weather starts, the available engine block heater heats the engine and engine block fluids.

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      Locking Differential

      • No other competitor in Sierra’s class offers an available fully-automatic locking rear differential. When the Eaton® Locker senses a difference in wheel speed of approximately 100 rpm, it locks to turn both rear wheels in unison for added traction.

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      Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

      • The available trailer brake controller is integrated with the antilock brake system (ABS) and helps provides immediate and measured brake force signaling to electric-controlled trailer brake systems. There is no requirement for external or aftermarket brake control systems. The brake controller switch is conveniently mounted on the lower left section of the instrument panel. Trailer gain and output are displayed in the Driver Information Center. Requires available Heavy-Duty Trailering Package. Not available with Vortec® 4.3L V6 engine.

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      17" 6-Lug Painted Steel Wheels

      • All-weather tread pattern helps you roll through any weather Blackwall spare is included Requires 2WD models. Not available with the Z71® Off-Road Suspension Package on SLE models.

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      17" Chrome-Steel Wheels

      • 17" Chrome-Steel Wheels

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      Spare Tire Lock

      • Spare Tire Lock

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      Recovery Hooks

      • Recovery Hooks

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      Vinyl Tonneau Cover

      • Vinyl Tonneau Cover

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      Cloth Tonneau Cover

      • Cloth Tonneau Cover

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      Soft Tonneau Cover

      • Shield your cargo and help protect your truck's bed from harsh weather with this soft roll-up tonneau cover. It is constructed with integrated support bows that roll up with the cover and can be stowed behind the cab. Standard on XFE models. On Work Truck, SL, SLE and SLT models, not available with On The Job Package or with hard tri-folding tonneau cover.

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      6" Oval Assist Steps

      • Not available with 3" round tubular assist steps. On SLE models, requires the available Chrome Essentials Package on Regular and Extended Cab models. On SLT models, requires the available Chrome Essentials Package on Extended Cab models.

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      3" Round Assist Steps

      • 3" Round Assist Steps

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      Chrome Grille

      • Chrome Grille

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      Halogen Fog Lamps

      • Halogen Fog Lamps

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      Provision for Cab Roof-Mounted Lamp/Beacon

      • Provision for Cab Roof-Mounted Lamp/Beacon

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      Mirror, Manual Camper

      • Mirror, Manual Camper

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      Deep-tinted Glass

      • Deep-tinted Glass

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      Front License Plate Bracket

      • Front License Plate Bracket

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      On The Job Package

      • On The Job Package

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      Bedrail Protectors

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      Cargo Management System Rails

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      Sliding Bed Divider

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      Overhead Utility Rack

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      Overhead Rack/Bed Divider

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      Stationary Tool Box

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      Rubber Bed Mat

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      Bed Rug

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      Bed Liner

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      Aluminum Bed Extender

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      Front 40/20/40 Split-Bench Seats

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      Carpeted Floor

      • Includes rear floor mats on Extended and Crew Cab models Work Truck models require cloth seat trim $100

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      All-Weather Floor Mats

      • Deep-ribbed rubber mats. Extended and Crew Cab models also include floor mats to protect the rear row. Work Truck models require available color-keyed carpeting. Not available with Black rubberized-vinyl floor covering on SL, SLE, XFE™ and SLT models.

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      Steering wheel, wrapped in leather

      • Steering wheel, wrapped in leather

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      Power Locks w/Remote Keyless Entry

      • Standard on Crew Cab models On Regular and Extended Cab Work Truck models, includes Remote Keyless Entry unless Special Equipment Option is ordered

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      Cruise Control

      • Cruise Control

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      Theft-Deterrent Wheel

      • Theft-Deterrent Wheel

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      Rear-Window Defogger, Electric.

      • Rear-Window Defogger, Electric.

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      OnStar, 6 months of Directions & Connections plan

      • OnStar, 6 months of Directions & Connections plan

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      Audio System, AM/FM Stereo

      • Audio System, AM/FM Stereo

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      Audio System w/ CD/MP3 player

      • Speed-compensated volume, automatically adjusts volume levels based on vehicle speed TheftLock® automatically disarms your audio system after tampering

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      SiriusXM Radio

      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio1 is standard on nearly all 2012 GM® models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the "XM Select" package with over 170 channels, including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. Add premium channels to your trial at no cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. On Work Truck models, this feature requires MP3-compatible CD player and OnStar®.2 On SLT models, it is not available with MP3-compatible CD/DVD player and navigation. 1 Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the first 90 days which is continuous until you call SiriusXM to cancel. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details. ©2011 Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. 2 Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.

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      Bluetooth for Phone

      • Bluetooth®1 wireless technology for select phones lets you make, answer and end calls without ever taking your hands off the wheel. Work Truck and SL models include steering wheel-mounted audio controls and leather-wrapped steering wheel and requires OnStar and CD/MP3 player. Not available with AM/FM stereo. SLE models requires available SLE Preferred Package, Texas Edition, Regional Value Package, Extended Cab SLE Value Package or Power Tech Package. On XFE™ models, requires available SLE Preferred Package.

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