2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Truck Reviews & Ratings

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There are only a few vehicles that can be associated as work vehicles and considered favorites on the American highways. You can count on the pickup truck to be part of that elite group and the GMC pickup has always been at the front and center of the action. The latest versions of these workhorses offered by GMC are called Sierra to signify a more modern pickup truck that not only meets the rough demand of work, but also offers a sense of style and luxury. For the past few years, a leading v... click here for the full review

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  • Currently 4.50/5
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  • Currently 3.84/5

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Part 1: Introduction

There are only a few vehicles that can be associated as work vehicles and considered favorites on the American highways. You can count on the pickup truck to be part of that elite group and the GMC pickup has always been at the front and center of the action. The latest versions of these workhorses offered by GMC are called Sierra to signify a more modern pickup truck that not only meets the rough demand of work, but also offers a sense of style and luxury. For the past few years, a leading version of the truck offered by General Motors is the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck. Just like all of its competitors, the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck offers buyers a number of body styles, trim levels and powertrains.

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The 1500 name indicates that this pickup truck is a half-ton model and was redesigned in 2007. Buyers can pick between the Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Extended Cab versions. There are three box sizes that can be opted for including 8 feet, 6 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 8 inches. Though the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck is considered primarily as a work vehicle on and off the road, it is still renowned for its flexibility and durability. Thanks to its added power, the 1500 Sierra can be used for light-duty cargo hauling and to tow boats as well as recreational vehicles with ease. The common complaint with the previous versions of the Sierra 1500 Truck was that there was not enough creativity put into the cabin. Thanks to a number of changes and improvements made on the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck, the pickup now stands tall effectively fusing looks and functionality. This class of vehicle is packed with contenders when it comes to the most functional and efficient pickups, but buyers can count on the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck as a solid choice for work or recreational use.

GMC Sierra 1500 Truck Pros and Cons

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 Pros For the longest time, the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck has been near or at the top of its class thanks to its strong yet refined performance on and off the road. With the addition of the XFE model combined with the 5.3L FlexFuel engine, a smooth yet tough ride can be expected.

 Pros The well-finished (and furnished) cabin is something to look forward to. Buyers can clearly see the attention to detail made by GMC allowing for comfort and slots for technological add-ons.

 Pros Speaking of technologies included with the vehicle, buyers can count on the OnStar advanced communication system. This is an automatic Crash Response System that can notify the system in case of a crash and can pinpoint the exact location;

 Pros There are five suspension systems to choose from and best for different driving requirements including the Z83, Z85, Z60, NHT and Z71.

 Cons One common complaint against the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck is the minor ergonomic issues for the interior;

 Cons There are hesitant downshifts as well and this is experienced in the 4-speed automatic transmission;

 Cons When it comes to horsepower produced, though the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck offers respectable power, it is still not enough to match the class average. The average horse production for the class is 335.04 horsepower while the GMC Sierra 1500 Truck only manages to pack 195 horsepower;

 Cons The maximum payload of the Sierra 1500 Truck also pales in comparison with the class average. The truck offers 1937 lb while the class average is 3352.16 lb.

GMC Sierra 1500 Truck Specs

MSRP
$21,945
Fuel Economy
15 City / 20 Highway
Fuel Capacity
26 Gallons
Engine
4.3L V6
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Horsepower
195 @ 4600 rpm
Torque
260 @ 2800 rpm
Seats
2
Doors
2