GMC Sierra 1500 Sierra 1500 III (GMT900) Extended Cab Long Box

GMC - Sierra 1500 III (GMT900) Extended Cab Long Box

Details-
BrandGMC
ModelSierra 1500
GenerationSierra 1500 III (GMT900) Extended Cab Long Box
Modification5.3 Vortec V8 (315/326 Hp) 4WD Automatic FlexFuel
Start Of Production2010
End Of Production2013

Body & Dimensions

The GMC Sierra 1500 is a spacious pick-up truck with six seats and two doors, measuring 249.02 inches in length, 79.96 inches in width, and 73.54 inches in height. It has a wheelbase of 157.52 inches, a front track of 68.19 inches, and a rear track of 67.01 inches. The Sierra 1500 boasts a minimum turning circle of 51.18 feet, impressive approach, departure, and ramp-over angles, and a ground clearance of 9.45 inches.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypePick-up
Seats6
Doors2
Length6325 mm 249.02 in.
Width Including Mirrors2031 mm 79.96 in.
Height1868 mm 73.54 in.
Wheelbase4001 mm 157.52 in.
Front Track1732 mm 68.19 in.
Rear Track1702 mm 67.01 in.
Min Turning Circle15.6 m 51.18 ft.
Approach Angle15.5°
Departure Angle23.3°
Ramp Over Angle19.3°
Ride Height Ground Clearance240 mm 9.45 in.

Fuel Consumption

The GMC Sierra 1500 has a fuel-type of Petrol/Ethanol - E85. The urban fuel consumption is 15.7 l/100 km (14.98 US mpg, 17.99 UK mpg, 6.37 km/l) and extra-urban is 11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg, 8.93 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol / Ethanol - E85
Fuel Consumption Urban15.7 l/100 km 14.98 US mpg 17.99 UK mpg 6.37 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Sierra 1500 is a powerful pickup truck with a 5.3L V8 engine that produces 315 HP and 454 Nm of torque. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The truck features an all-wheel-drive system and independent coil spring suspension in the front and leaf spring suspension in the rear. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a cylinder deactivation system for improved fuel efficiency.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power315 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre59.1 Hp/l
Torque454 Nm @ 4400 rpm. 334.85 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeLMG
Engine Displacement5328 cm3 325.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.01 mm 3.78 in.
Piston Stroke91.95 mm 3.62 in.
Compression Ratio9.9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / GM dexos1 0W-30 / GM dexos1 (<-29 C°)
Coolant14.1 l 14.9 US qt | 12.41 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission Hydra-Matic
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionRigid axle suspension, Leaf spring
Maximum Engine Speed6000 rpm.
Engine SystemsCylinder deactivation system
Power Ethanol E85326 Hp @ 5300 rpm.
Power Per Litre Ethanol E8561.2 Hp/l
Torque Ethanol E85472 Nm @ 4400 rpm.

Brakes

The GMC Sierra 1500 comes with disc front brakes (330x30 mm) and drum rear brakes (295x60 mm), and features an ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for improved safety. The steering system is a rack and pinion type with electric power steering for easy maneuverability. The tires are of size 245/70 R17, fitted on 7.5J x 17 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc, 330x30 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 295x60 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size245/70 R17
Wheel Rims Size7.5J x 17

Weight & Capacity

The GMC Sierra 1500 has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.9 kg/Hp (126.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.5 kg/Nm (181.7 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 2499 kg (5509.35 lbs.) and a max load of 676 kg (1490.32 lbs.). The truck has a trunk/boot space of 2138 l (75.5 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 128 l (33.81 US gal | 28.16 UK gal). It can tow up to 4173 kg (9199.89 lbs.) with brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.9 kg/Hp, 126.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.5 kg/Nm, 181.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2499 kg 5509.35 lbs.
Max Weight3175 kg 6999.68 lbs.
Max Load676 kg 1490.32 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum2138 l 75.5 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity128 l 33.81 US gal | 28.16 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent4173 kg 9199.89 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for GMC - Sierra 1500 III (GMT900) Extended Cab Long Box

The Sierra 1500 has six seats.

The Sierra 1500 is 249.02 inches long.

The Sierra 1500 has a ground clearance of 9.45 inches.

Up to 14,500 lbs

Yes, a 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine is available

Features like Lane Change Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and Forward Collision Alert are available

The Sierra 1500 uses Petrol/Ethanol - E85.

The urban fuel consumption of the Sierra 1500 is 15.7 l/100 km (14.98 US mpg, 17.99 UK mpg, 6.37 km/l).

The extra-urban fuel consumption of the Sierra 1500 is 11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg, 8.93 km/l).

The Sierra 1500 has a 5.3L V8 engine.

The Sierra 1500 has a horsepower of 315 and torque of 454 Nm.

The Sierra 1500 has a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The car uses disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The car has a rack and pinion steering system with 7.5J x 17 wheel rims.

The tire size is 245/70 R17.

The Sierra 1500 comes with a range of engine options, including a 5.3L V8 and a 3.5L EcoTec V6.

The Sierra 1500 can tow up to 12,000 pounds and haul up to 2,240 pounds.

The Sierra 1500 comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Sierra 1500 is 7.9 kg/Hp (126.1 Hp/tonne).

The Sierra 1500 can tow up to 4173 kg (9199.89 lbs.) with brakes.

The fuel tank capacity of the Sierra 1500 is 128 l (33.81 US gal | 28.16 UK gal).