NEW FOR 2009:
– New two-mode Hybrid model
– Six-speed automatic transmission on 1500 5.3-, 6.0- and 6.2-litre engines
– Available OnStar 8.0 with Turn by Turn navigation and Destination Download; Bluetooth hands-free connectivity; and XM satellite radio with new NavTraffic feature on navigation systems
– Available rearview camera system on Extended and Crew Cab models
– New 18- and 20-inch aluminum wheels, available E85 FlexFuel-capable 6.2-litre V8 on Sierra 1500
– Sierra Denali adds heated and cooled seats with perforated leather, E85 FlexFuel capability on standard 6.2-litre V8
– Vehicle stability enhancement system standard on 2500HD with single rear wheels (Extended and Crew Cabs with standard box)
– Exterior colours: Midnight Blue Metallic and Carbon Black Metallic added to Sierra 1500 and HD models; Steel Gray Metallic and Sonoma Red Metallic added to Sierra Denali
For 2009, the GMC Sierra line-up undergoes several enhancements, including the addition of a new two-mode Hybrid model. Six-speed transmissions are now used on most of the V8 engines; trim changes include the latest version of OnStar, an available rearview camera system, and luxury seats on the Denali version.
Also sold as the Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra is offered in Regular, Extended and Crew Cab models, with short box (5-foot-8), standard box (6-foot-6) and long box (8-foot), and in two- or four-wheel drive.
Engine choices in the 1500 are a 4.3-litre V6 or 4.8-litre V8 with four-speed automatic, and 5.3-litre V8, 6.0-litre V8 and the Denali’s 6.2-litre V8, all with six-speed automatic. The heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 models use a 6.0-litre V8 or optional Duramax 6.6-litre diesel V8, both with six-speed automatics. The new Hybrid uses a 6.0-litre V8 with Active Fuel Management and Auto Stop mode, regenerative braking, and a two-mode continuous electric ratio hybrid transmission, for a fuel economy improvement of up to 32 per cent when compared to a conventional Sierra. The system can launch the truck on battery power and run solely on electricity at speeds of up to 48 km/h, and keeps the engine in its fuel-saving Active Fuel Management mode for longer periods of time.
Features on the WT (Work Truck) include 17-inch steel wheels (16-inch on 2500 and 3500), manual black mirrors, variable intermittent wipers, overhead console, rubberized vinyl floor covering, standard instrument panel with upper and lower gloveboxes, tire pressure monitoring system, driver information centre, tilt wheel, 40/20/40 front bench seat with cloth or vinyl trim, centre fold-down armrest, AM/FM stereo, automatic headlamps, and OnStar. Extended and Crew Cab models also include air conditioning.
The SLE adds 17-inch chrome-appearance steel wheels (16-inch chrome-appearance on 2500, 16-inch painted steel on 3500), air conditioning, privacy glass, chrome grille surround, heated power mirrors, cruise control, colour-keyed carpeting with vinyl floor mats, leather-wrapped wheel, illuminated vanity mirrors, power windows, CD player, and power locks with keyless entry.
The SLT adds 18-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels (17-inch bright aluminum on 2500 and 3500), dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lights, power-folding heated mirrors with auto-dimming driver’s side, integrated turn signals and reverse tilt-down, heated washer fluid system, electric rear window defogger, premium instrument panel with single glovebox, full-function driver information centre, auto-dimming rearview mirror, wheel-mounted audio controls, front express-down windows, ten-way heated leather bucket seats, driver’s side memory, Bose premium sound system, XM satellite radio, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, locking rear differential, and trailer tow package. The Crew Cab includes rear-seat audio controls and headphone jacks.
The Denali adds 18-inch polished aluminum wheels, body-colour bumpers, full chrome grille, off-road skid plates, rain-sensing wipers, lockable EZ Lift tailgate, garage door opener, six-CD Bose stereo, remote starter, heavy-duty trailer package, curtain airbags, OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation, and ultrasonic rear parking assist.
Like the Silverado, the Sierra is a very well-done truck, with strong engines, high-quality interiors, and a full configuration of models. An innovative cargo management system of three rails inside the box holds dealer-ordered accessories such as storage boxes, sliding bed divider and bicycle rack. The new hybrid model should prove popular with those who can use its battery-only mode and auto stop regularly to maximize fuel efficiency.
Type | 2-door, 2/3-passenger full-size truck |
2-door, 5/6-passenger full-size truck | |
4-door, 5/6-passenger full-size truck | |
Layout | Front engine/rear-wheel drive/4WD |
Engine | 4.3-litre V6, OHV, 12 valves |
4.8-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves | |
5.3-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves | |
6.0-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves | |
6.2-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves | |
6.6-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves | |
6.0-litre V8, OHV, 16 valves, with ESS | |
hybrid system | |
Horsepower | 195 @ 4600 rpm |
295 @ 5600 rpm | |
315 @ 5200 rpm | |
360 @ 5600 rpm | |
403 @ 5700 rpm | |
365 @ 3200 rpm | |
332 @ 5100 rpm | |
Torque (lb-ft) | 260 @ 2800 rpm |
305 @ 4800 rpm | |
338 @ 4400 rpm | |
380 @ 4200 rpm | |
417 @ 4300 rpm | |
660 @ 1600 rpm | |
367 @ 4100 rpm | |
Transmission | 4-speed automatic/6-speed automatic/2- |
mode hybrid with 4 fixed gears | |
Tires 500 | P245/70R17 all-season |
Tires SLT, Denali | P265/65R18 all-season |
Tires Hybrid | P265/65R18 all-season |
Curb weight 1500 Reg cab 2WD | 2068 kg (4558 lbs) |
Curb weight 1500 Reg cab 4WD | 2176 kg (4798 lbs) |
Curb weight Hybrid 2WD | 2559 kg (5641 lbs) |
Curb weight Hybrid 4WD | 2668 kg (5882 lbs) |
Wheelbase Reg cab std box | 3023 mm (119 in.) |
Wheelbase Reg cab long box | 3378 mm (133 in.) |
Length Reg cab std box | 5222 mm (205.7 in.) |
Length Reg cab long box | 5702 mm (224.6 in.) |
Width | 2031 mm (79.9 in.) |
Height Reg cab std box | 1869 mm (73.6 in.) |
Height Reg cab long box 2WD | 1867 mm (73.5 in.) |
Height Reg cab 4WD | 1875 mm (73.8 in.) |
Ground clearance Reg cab min | 196 mm (7.7 in.) |
Ground clearance Reg cab max | 241 mm (9.5 in.) |
Towing capacity Reg cab SB | 4173 kg (9200 lbs)(5.3/2WD, tow pkg) |
4037 kg (8900 lbs)(5.3/4WD, tow pkg) | |
Towing capacity Reg cab LB | 4536 kg (10,000 lbs)(5.3/2WD, tow pkg) |
4445 kg (9800 lbs)(5.3/4WD, tow pkg) | |
Towing capacity Hybrid 2WD | 2767 kg (6100 lbs)(ball hitch) |
Towing capacity Hybrid 4WD | 2676 kg (5900 lbs)(ball hitch) |
Payload Reg cab Std Box | 816 kg (1800 lbs)(2WD) |
710 kg (1565 lbs)(4WD) | |
Payload Reg cab Long Box | 754 kg (1663 lbs)(2WD) |
817 kg (1802 lbs)(4WD) | |
Payload capacity Hybrid 2WD | 662 kg (1459 lbs)(Crew short box) |
Payload capacity Hybrid 4WD | 643 kg (1418 lbs)(Crew short box) |
Cargo capacity std box | 1718 litres (60.7 cu. ft.) |
Cargo capacity long box | 2138 litres (75.5 cu. ft.) |
Fuel consumption 4.3 2WD | City: 14.1 L/100 km (20 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.0 L/100 km (28 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 4.3 4WD | City: 14.9 L/100 km (19 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 11.3 L/100 km (25 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 4.8 2WD | City: 14.7 L/100 km (19 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.6 L/100 km (27 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 4.8 4WD | City: 15.4 L/100 km (18 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 11.1 L/100 km (25 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 5.3 2WD | City: 14.5 L/100 km (19 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.1 L/100 km (28 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 5.3 4WD | City: 14.7 L/100 km (19 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.3 L/100 km (27 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 6.0 2WD | City: 15.1 L/100 km (19 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.1 L/100 km (28 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 6.0 4WD | City: 15.7 L/100 km (18 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.3 L/100 km (27 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption 6.2 AWD | City: 17.7 L/100 km (16 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 10.8 L/100 km (26 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption Hybrid 2WD | City: 9.8 L/100 km (29 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 9.2 L/100 km (31 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel consumption Hybrid 4WD | City: 10.5 L/100 km (27 mpg Imp) |
Hwy: 9.8 L/100 km (29 mpg Imp) | |
Fuel type | Regular/diesel |
Warranty | 3 yrs/ 60,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 5 yrs/160,000 km |
Hybrid component warranty | 8 yrs/160,000 km |
Front airbags | Standard |
Side airbags | N/A |
Curtain airbags | Optional |
Anti-lock brakes | Standard |
Traction control | Standard |
Stability control | Standard |
Assembly location | Oshawa, Ontario |
Silao, Mexico | |
Fort Wayne, Indiana | |
Pontiac, Michigan |
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