The GMC Sierra 1500 is a powerful pickup truck with a robust design and impressive capabilities. It features a spacious cabin with 3 seats, a length of 5702 mm, and a wheelbase of 3378 mm. Its approach, departure, and ramp-over angles are 16.3°, 23.3°, and 21.8° respectively, making it suitable for off-road driving.
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Body Type
Pick-up
Seats
3
Doors
2
Length
5702 mm 224.49 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2031 mm 79.96 in.
Height
1876 mm 73.86 in.
Wheelbase
3378 mm 132.99 in.
Front Track
1732 mm 68.19 in.
Rear Track
1702 mm 67.01 in.
Min Turning Circle
15.4 m 50.52 ft.
Approach Angle
16.3°
Departure Angle
23.3°
Ramp Over Angle
21.8°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
241 mm 9.49 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Sierra 1500 is a petrol/ethanol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 15.7 l/100 km in urban areas and 11.2 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize power and performance.
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Fuel Type
Petrol / Ethanol - E85
Fuel Consumption Urban
15.7 l/100 km 14.98 US mpg 17.99 UK mpg 6.37 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
11.2 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.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
315 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
59.1 Hp/l
Torque
454 Nm @ 4400 rpm. 334.85 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
LMG
Engine Displacement
5328 cm3 325.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
96.01 mm 3.78 in.
Piston Stroke
91.95 mm 3.62 in.
Compression Ratio
9.9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30 / GM dexos1 0W-30 / GM dexos1 (<-29 C°)
Coolant
14.1 l 14.9 US qt | 12.41 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The 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 Wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
6 gears, automatic transmission Hydra-Matic
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring
Maximum Engine Speed
6000 rpm.
Engine Systems
Cylinder deactivation system
Power Ethanol E85
326 Hp @ 5300 rpm.
Power Per Litre Ethanol E85
61.2 Hp/l
Torque Ethanol E85
472 Nm @ 4400 rpm.
Brakes
The car specs indicate a mid-range pickup truck with standard disc brakes, electric power steering, and anti-lock braking system. The vehicle is equipped with 17-inch wheels and has a wheelbase of 1500mm.
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Front Brakes
Disc, 330x30 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 295x60 mm
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
245/70 R17
Wheel Rims Size
7.5J x 17
Weight & Capacity
The Sierra 1500 is a powerful pickup truck with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.2 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 2267 kg and a maximum weight of 3084 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 817 kg. The truck has a spacious trunk with a maximum capacity of 2138 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 128 liters. It's suitable for towing heavy trailers with a permitted load of 4445 kg with brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.2 kg/Hp, 139 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5 kg/Nm, 200.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
2267 kg 4997.88 lbs.
Max Weight
3084 kg 6799.06 lbs.
Max Load
817 kg 1801.18 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
2138 l 75.5 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
128 l 33.81 US gal | 28.16 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
4445 kg 9799.55 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for GMC - Sierra 1500 III (GMT900) Regular Cab Long Box
The length of the GMC Sierra 1500 is 5702 mm or 224.49 in.
The ground clearance of the GMC Sierra 1500 is 241 mm or 9.49 in.
The wheelbase of the GMC Sierra 1500 is 3378 mm or 132.99 in.
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 14,500 pounds, depending on the trim level and configuration.
The GMC Sierra 1500 is available with three engine options: a 4.3L V6, a 5.3L V8, and a 6.2L V8.
Yes, the GMC Sierra 1500 is available with four-wheel drive, making it suitable for off-road driving and harsh weather conditions.
Petrol/Ethanol - E85
15.7 l/100 km (14.98 US mpg, 17.99 UK mpg, 6.37 km/l)
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 315 horsepower and 454 Nm of torque.
The Sierra 1500 has a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The Sierra 1500 has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding advanced safety features such as lane departure warning or adaptive cruise control.
The wheelbase of the Sierra 1500 is 1500mm.
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 14,500 pounds.
The GMC Sierra 1500 is available with three engine options: a 4.3L V6, a 5.3L V8, and a 6.2L V8.
The GMC Sierra 1500 offers a range of safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
The Sierra 1500 has a permitted trailer load with brakes of 4445 kg.
The fuel tank capacity of the Sierra 1500 is 128 liters.
The maximum load capacity of the Sierra 1500 is 817 kg.
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