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2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Review


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OVERALL RATING:

7.3 out of 10

The Basics:

The GMC Sierra 1500 was completely redesigned in 2007, alongside the nearly identical Chevrolet Silverado, and it's still among the better choices in the full-size pickup-truck class. In truth, each of the big five brands--Ford, Chevy/GMC, Dodge, Nissan and Toyota--has points in its favor, and the 2011 Sierra lands squarely in the middle of the pack for its wide variety in powertrains, its pleasant handling, and its titanic towing capacity.

It may not ride with the sophistication of the Ram 1500, or offer the turbo boost of Ford's F-150 V-6, but the Sierra does lead the class with its Hybrid pickup's fuel economy--while also serving out base V-6 and V-8 engines for utility trucks and fleet uses. It steers pretty naturally, too, and the ride quality's fairly carlike for a vehicle with its capabilities.

Only minor changes to four-wheel-drive option packages make it on the order sheets this year. The Sierra's about due for a reskin, but GM's difficulties have put that off for at least another couple of years. It should hold up relatively well--and for sure, GMC fans won't have a reason to look anywhere else so long as they're not stuck on the F-150's small towing advantage or the Ram's rippling HEMI powertrain.

 

Likes:

  • Handling is among the best in the class
  • Broad powertrain lineup
  • Tidy, well-trimmed interior
  • Hybrid's class-leading fuel economy

Dislikes:

  • A little plain to some eyes
  • Seats could use more lateral support
  • Back seat needs some recline
  • Hybrid truck loses storage under back seat
  • Pricetag on Sierra Hybrid starts high, goes higher

Buying Tips:

Discounts have never been stronger on full-size trucks; the four-year-old Sierra should be a particularly good deal since it's been unchanged, even in the face of newer competition.

Other Choices:

Reason Why:

Reputation and brand loyalty are everything in the now-crowded field of full-size trucks-which explains the lack of big-time sales numbers for the oddly styled Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan.This game's all about the domestics, and for now, the Ram 1500 is the best of the lot, with great styling and a lovely interior, but backbreaking towing and hauling capability.The Ford F-150 earns higher ratings for that hard work, but a blunter style that's softened somewhat by the luxurious interior. its new powertrain lineup is efficient and strong, and electric power steering feels better than its old setup.GM's big problem is the Sierra is almost the duplicate of the Chevrolet Silverado, right down to the Hybrid's technology, though the Sierra is a bit more distinctive.

The Bottom Line:

The 2011 GMC Sierra covers all the essential pickup-truck bases, even the green one.


This 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Review originally appeared at TheCarConnection.com where you can see more photos and news on the GMC Sierra 1500

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