The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 is a powerful half-ton truck with four engine options and strong towing capabilities. It comes with a large cargo bed and plenty of interior upgrade options. Drivers looking for a powerful truck will want to take a closer look at this model.
Engines
There are four engine options available for the Sierra 1500 from GMC. The standard option is a 2.7-liter turbocharged high-output engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. There is a 10-speed automatic transmission available. The standard engine produces a maximum of 310 horsepower and delivers 430 lb.-ft of torque.
Available is a 5.3-liter EcoTec3 with a V8 that provides drivers with 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft of torque. Another option is the 6.2-liter EcoTec3 with a V8 that delivers a maximum of 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft of torque. Finally, there is the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel engine with 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft of torque.
Fuel Efficiency
This truck gets 19 miles to the gallon in the city. It averages 22 miles to the gallon on the highway. It has a fuel tank capacity of 24 gallons. Drivers who upgrade to the diesel engine will average 24 miles to the gallon in the city and 29 miles on the highway.
Towing Capabilities
Many drivers will choose this truck for its impressive towing capacity, which is the best in class for half-ton pickups in 2023. The maximum available towing capacity is 13,000 pounds when the truck is properly equipped. To reach this maximum capacity, you’ll need the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel engine.
For maximum results, you’ll also need to purchase GMC’s Trailering Package. These results were also seen with the available 20-inch wheels and tires.
Cargo Space
The Sierra 1500 has several trim levels and the cargo bed volume varies between them. In the Pro, SLE, and Elevation, the cargo bed volume is 71.70 cubic feet. In the upper trim levels including the AT4, Denali, and Denali Ultimate, there is 63.9 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Interior Features
The upper trim levels have many upgrade options that can make the Sierra 1500 downright plush. For example, the AT4X and Denali Ultimate have available heated and ventilated 16-way power front seats with massage. On the Elevation trim level and above there is an available 12-speaker premium sound system from Bose with Centerpoint Surround System.
Another fun amenity option for the interior is an available 12.3-inch diagonal driver information gauge. For the SLE trim level and above, the infotainment touchscreen can be upgraded to a 13.4-inch diagonal screen.
Drivers who love a powerful truck will want to consider this model from GMC. Visit Sisbarro Buick GMC in Las Cruces, NM to see our wide selection of quality new GMC and Buick vehicles.
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