GMC Sierra third generation

GMC Sierra third generation
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The GMC Sierra third generation (2007–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 52 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT900

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,080–6,440 mm TC5,222–6,561 mm
Width2,030–2,440 mm TC2,032 mm
Height1,880–1,980 mm TC1,867–1,885 mm
Wheelbase3,020–4,260 mm TC3,023–4,242 mm
Front track1,740 mm TC–
Rear track1,710 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,123–3,218 kg TC2,130–2,404 kg

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2013: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,377 complaints for model years 2007–2013. 74 crashes · 30 fires · 93 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 1,039
  • Body and structure 250
  • Electrical system 192
  • Engine 147
  • Brakes 103
  • Transmission and drivetrain 92

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 52 versions of the GMC Sierra third generation

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United States 39 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
20134.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA331 g/km
2010–20134.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2010–2013FFV4.8 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345–350 g/km
2010–2013FFV4.8 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368–372 g/km
2010–2013FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2010–2013FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–323 g/km
2010–20136.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2010–20136.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Rear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
2011–2013FFV6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA384–394 g/km
2010–2013FFV6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA388–394 g/km
2010–2013FFV6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA387–394 g/km
2007–2012CLKUP4.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA325–345 g/km
2009–2012450, CLKUP · FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP · FFV6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP4.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP4.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP4.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008–2009390-540, CLKUP · CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA325–345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP6.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP6.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Rear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2009CLKUP6.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2009CLKUP6.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2009CLKUP6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2008390-540, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA368–394 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP6.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP6.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2007SIL4.3 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2007SIL4.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2007470-610, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007440-580, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007CLKUP6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km

Canada 13 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2013Pickup truck: Standard4.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.9–15.2 L/100 km 5-cycle320–350 g/km
2007–2013Pickup truck: Standard4.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.6–15.7 L/100 km 5-cycle336–361 g/km
2010–2013Pickup truck: Standard4.8 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic19.7–20.8 L/100 km 5-cycle315–333 g/km
2009–2013Pickup truck: Standard5.3 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.3–14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle306–331 g/km
2009–2013Pickup truck: Standard5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic17.9–19.5 L/100 km 5-cycle286–312 g/km
2009–2013Pickup truck: Standard6.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)10.8–11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle248–271 g/km
2007–2013Pickup truck: Standard6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic16.0–16.8 L/100 km 5-cycle368–386 g/km
2009–2013Pickup truck: Standard6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic20.9–22.6 L/100 km 5-cycle334–362 g/km
2007–2009Pickup truck: Standard5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.0–15.9 L/100 km 5-cycle322–366 g/km
2007–2009Pickup truck: Standard5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic18.5–20.9 L/100 km 5-cycle296–334 g/km
2009Pickup truck: Standard6.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic14.6–15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle336–345 g/km
2007–2008Pickup truck: Standard6.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.5–16.3 L/100 km 5-cycle357–375 g/km
2007Pickup truck: Standard4.3 LPetrol5-speed manual13.9–15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle320–347 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.