Body style: Truck
Segment: Heavy Duty Pickup
Production years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
GMC introduced the fourth generation of the Sierra pickup truck in 2012, redesigned from the ground up, which, like its predecessor, was available with a few cab versions and three load ratings.
The market for full-size pickups was challenging, with the Durango and its coil springs in the back and the perennial Ford F-150 with its newly-developed EcoBoost engine under the hood raising the bars in terms of comfort and fuel efficiency. Still, the GMC Sierra didn’t lack the features that made this truck famous among customers. For the 2014 model year, the automaker said that no parts were carried over from the previous generation, and that included the engine lineup, transmissions, chassis, and suspension. Judging by several aspects, that might be true, but most importantly, the design and the amenities were, finally, up to date.
GMC made this pickup in several trim levels, including a few for blue-collar people and others for those who used this vehicle mostly for leisure activities. As a result, while the base model featured a simple front fascia with a black grille flanked by new projector beam headlights and LED daytime running lights, the upper grades, such as the LTZ, boasted chromed trims around the grille and on the bumper. From its profile, the Double Cab revealed its angular-shaped wheel arches and flared fenders on both axles. In addition, the wider rear doors made the ingress and egress easier for the rear-seated passengers. Finally, at the back, GMC installed a bumper with a built-in step, which helped people reach inside the bed easier.
The cabin was available in a few seating options, including a bench seat at the front. Still, most customers wanted bucket seats and the optional tall center console between them. These two features were standard for the upper grades and available for the others. In the back, the flip-up bench seat solved the problem of the in-cabin storage area. For the driver, GMC installed a wide instrument cluster filled with all the gauges and dials someone would need from a pickup. In addition, the center stack housed a new infotainment unit with a touchscreen that could’ve been operated with gloves on. But GMC also focused on safety enhancements and, as a result, the 2014 Sierra featured an advanced frontal camera used for Forward Collision Alert and the Lane Departure Warning, which were available as an option.
Under the car’s skin was a newly developed chassis shared with the third generation of the Chevrolet Silverado. The front independent suspension and the rear live axle supported by leaf springs were typical for a full-size pickup truck. Also, GMC didn’t want to disappoint its customers and offered them either a V6 or a choice of two V8 gasoline engines paired with six-speed automatic transmissions.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.3L V6 EcoTec3 (4x2) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 4293 cm3 |
Power: | 213 KW @ 5300 RPM 290 HP @ 5300 RPM 286 BHP @ 5300 RPM |
Torque: | 305 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 414 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5000 lbs (2268 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6875 lbs (3118 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.3L V6 EcoTec3 (4x4) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 4293 cm3 |
Power: | 213 KW @ 5300 RPM 290 HP @ 5300 RPM 286 BHP @ 5300 RPM |
Torque: | 305 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 414 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.8 in (1875 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.93 in (227 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5196 lbs (2357 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7075 lbs (3209 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 5.3L V8 EcoTec3 (4x2) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5356 cm3 |
Power: | 265 KW @ 5600 RPM 360 HP @ 5600 RPM 355 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 519 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5104 lbs (2315 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7050 lbs (3198 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 23 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 5.3L V8 EcoTec3 (4x4) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5356 cm3 |
Power: | 265 KW @ 5600 RPM 360 HP @ 5600 RPM 355 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 519 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.8 in (1875 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5291 lbs (2400 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7175 lbs (3255 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.2L V8 8AT 4x2 (420 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 6162 cm3 |
Power: | 308.9 KW @ 5600 RPM 420 HP @ 5600 RPM 414 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 623 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic Hydra-Matic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.8 in (1875 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5412 lbs (2455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7200 lbs (3266 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.1 mpg US (15.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.2L V8 8AT 4x4 (420 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 6162 cm3 |
Power: | 308.9 KW @ 5600 RPM 420 HP @ 5600 RPM 414 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 623 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 25.9 gallons (98.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic Hydra-Matic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 239 in (6071 mm) |
Width: | 80 in (2032 mm) |
Height: | 73.8 in (1875 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 153 in (3886 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 61 cuFT (1727 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5412 lbs (2455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7200 lbs (3266 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.1 mpg US (15.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |