2001GMCSierra 1500GMC Sierra 15002001 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD Crew Cab HD SBFull-size PickupCrew Cab4WDMichigan, USAReliability improvements for all Vortec V6 and V8 engines top the list of changes this year. Consequently, oil-change intervals have been extended to 7,500 miles (sorry, Jiffy Lube). A traction assist feature is now available on two-wheel-drive V8 automatics, thanks to a new electronic throttle control system. Factory-installed OnStar, GM's mobile communications and security system, has been made standard with the SLT trim level. New this year is a 325-horse, all-wheel-drive performance version called the C3.Powerful V8-engine selections, handsome styling, comfy cabins.Spotty interior fit-and-finish concerns, premium brand carries a premium price.After a much-improved Sierra bowed in 1999, GMC's full-size pickup continues along the refinement trail for 2001. The Sierra 1500 (half-ton) employs a unique, three-piece frame construction. While it shares a platform and componentry with Chevrolet's Silverado, the Sierra gets some styling and feature enhancements to position the GMC as a "professional grade" truck. Looks and special content aside, the biggest draw for GMC's half-ton pickup is a first-class engine lineup. The base 200-horse, Vortec 4.3-liter V6 has been upgraded again this year to improve durability, emissions and fuel economy. But more impressive are the two available V8s, all of which have seen further refinements to reduce NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) and increase service life. The Vortec 4.8-liter V8 (with 270 horses/285 foot-pounds of torque) is standard on half-ton extended cabs, and a 5.3-liter V8 (with 285/325) is optional on all 1500s. Both enjoy a flat torque curve for sustained hauling power. Each version is available with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. As usual, there is a variety of configurations to choose from, including the regular (two-door) or extended (four-door) cabs, short (6.5-foot) or long (8-foot) beds, Wideside or Sportside box designs, and rear- or four-wheel-drive versions. What's more, there are three trim levels (SL, SLE or SLT) and a dizzying array of options and packages to custom equip your truck exactly the way you want it. Do you go off-roading? Choose the Z71 Off-Road Suspension package. Prefer to pick your own suspension settings? Try the ZX3 Manual Select Damping package. Plan to do a lot of towing? Go for the Z82 Heavy Duty Trailering Equipment package. Got heavy loads to haul? Opt for the Z85 Increased Capacity package. Like performance? Order the new C3, a sporty, high-end AWD model that's available only as an extended cab and built as a more practical alternative to Ford's supercharged SVT F-150 Lightning. Chevrolet Silverado 1500Dodge Ram 1500Ford F-150Toyota Tundra336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA86 litersV8300 hp @ 4400 rpm360 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpmNA3321 lbs.NA237.3 in.79.7 in.77.4 in.5879 lbs.153 in.49.6 ft.10.6 in.41 in.39 in.NANANANA41.3 in.39.1 in.6Not AvailableStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested26 gal.11 mpg / 14 mpg286 mi. / 364 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$27,978$31,9757.35%$720N/A3% of the Total MSRPSL 2WD REGULAR CAB SB/LB (5M): 4.3L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 600 amp HD battery with run down protection; 105 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.08 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 26 gal. (34 gal. LB) capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; trailer harness; front and rear black bumper rub strip, front chrome bumper, rear argent bumper with rear step bumper, front tow hooks; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; additional exterior lights include pickup cargo box light, underhood light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7" silver styled steel wheels; P235/75SR16 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; AM/FM stereo radio,clock, seek-scan feature, 2 speakers, fixed antenna; 3 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), retained accessory power, smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, water temp, battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, service interval, turn signal on; driver's front airbag, passenger's cancelable front airbag; ignition disable; tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip; seating capacity of 3, 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seat include 4-way adjustment, lumbar support; premium cloth seats, full cloth headliner, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with floor mats, cabback insulator; interior lights include dome light with delay, front reading light; sport steering wheel withtilt adjustment; passenger's side vanity mirror; day/night rearview mirror; glove box with light, front cupholder, driver's and passenger's door bins; argent grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding and black door handles.
SL 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SL 2WD REGULAR CAB SB/LB (4A) equipment): 4.8L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; driver's selectable multi-mode 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 3.42 axle ratio; 26 gal. (34 gal. LB) capacity fuel tank; rear heat ducts; 4 speakers; seating capacity of 6; full folding rear bench seat with adjustable headrests; full color-keyed carpet floor covering with rubber front and rear floor mats, front and rear cupholders, 2 seatback storage pockets and rear door bins.
SLE 2WD (4A) (in addition to or instead of SL 2WD (4A) equipment): Front chrome bumper with body-colored rub strip and rear chrome bumpers with black rub strip; chrome bodyside molding; driver's and passenger's power remote chrome folding outside mirrors; single-disc CD player, 6 performance speakers, theft deterrent; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry; panic alarm, security system; tinted windows with driver's 1-touch down function; cloth door trim insert with carpet lower; interior lights include front reading lights, 2 door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with tilt adjustment; mini overhead console with storage and chrome grille.
SLT 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB/LB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SLE 2WD EXTENDED CAB SB (4A) equipment): Driver's and passenger's seats include 6-way power adjustment; leather seating surfaces; full overhead console with storage.
4WD (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2WD (4A) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and manual shift, 3.73 axle ratio; front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; P245/75SR16 BSW A/S tires.
SLE 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SL 2WD (4A) equipment): 6L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; engine oil cooler; HD ride suspension, front torsion springs, front torsion bar; power-assisted recirculating ball steering; front tow hooks; colored fender flares; 16" x 6.5" chrome styled steel wheels; LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; rear heat ducts; auto equalizer; child-safety rear door locks; power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down function; seating capacity of 6 60/40 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests; interior lights include 4 door curb lights and leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with tilt adjustment.
SLT 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SLE 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) equipment): Driver's and passenger's seats include 6-way power adjustment; leather seating surfaces; full overhead console with storage.
4WD CREW CAB SB (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2WD CREW CAB SB (4A) equipment): Auto full-time 4-wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift and 3.73 axle ratio.