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VERDICTSCR.ORG/CARS NEW CARS 101GMC Sierra 1500
The Sierra is essentially a Chevrolet Silverado. Power delivery is
smooth and responsive, and fuel economy is 17 mpg overall for the
5.3-liter, V8 engine crew-cab four-wheel-drive version. The ride is
stiff and snappy, but the cabin is very quiet. Handling is sound and
secure. The infotainment system is easy to use. Rear-seat room in
crew-cab versions is immense, but the high step-in requires a climb.
Helpful options include a power liftgate that can be opened using
the key fob, a tailgate that can be configured into a workbench,
and power running boards can shift back to help reach the bed.
The luxurious Denali version has a 6.2-liter V8 mated to a 10-speed
automatic. Blind spot warning and automatic emergency braking are
optional on higher trims.Overall Score 58
Predicted Reliability 20
Owner Satisfaction 40
Road-Test Score 76
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.Base Price: $29,600-$58,500
Body Styles: crew cab; extended cab;
regular cab
Trim Lines: AT4, Base, Denali, Eleva-
tion, SLE, SLT
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 3 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.7-liter 4 turbo (310 hp);
3.0-liter 6 turbodiesel (277 hp); 4.3-
liter V6 (285 hp); 5.3-liter V8 (355 hp);
6.2-liter V8 (420 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed auto;
8-speed auto; 10-speed autoLength (in.)..................... 232
Width (in.) ......................81
Height (in.) ......................76
Wheelbase (in.) .................147
Weight (lb.) .................. 5,130
% weight front/rear ...........59/41Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,940
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........12,100Regular or diesel
CR overall mpg ..................1716 17 18
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Worse than average 02GMC Canyon
GM’s small pickups, the Canyon and its Chevrolet Colorado twin, are
more maneuverable than full-sized trucks and are better equipped
than their Nissan and Toyota competitors. In our tests, the V6 ver-
sion got 18 mpg overall and the four-cylinder diesel bumped fuel
economy to 24 mpg. V6 versions feature a tow-haul mode. A four-
cylinder gasoline engine is also available. The ride is rather choppy,
but handling is responsive. Rear- and four-wheel-drive versions are
available. Inside are the latest electronics, including the MyLink
Bluetooth audio system. These small trucks offer forward collision
and lane departure warnings. The V6 is now more powerful, and an
eight-speed automatic is available.
Overall Score 48-49
Predicted Reliability 02
Owner Satisfaction 03
Road-Test Score 60-61
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.Base Price: $22,200-$44,200
Body Styles: crew cab; extended cab
Trim Lines: Base, Denali, SLE, SLT
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.5-liter 4 (200 hp); 2.8-liter
4 turbodiesel (181 hp); 3.6-liter V6
(308 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic;
8-speed automatic; 6-speed manual
Length (in.)..................... 212
Width (in.) ......................74
Height (in.) ......................79
Wheelbase (in.) .................128
Weight (lb.) ..................4,500
% weight front/rear ...........57/43
Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,555
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........7,000
Regular or diesel
CR overall mpg ...............18-24 Worse than average
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