Thursday, August 18, 2011

2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Review

The 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 is a half-ton full-size pickup is offered in the cab, extended cab and standard body style crew cab. The standard extended cabs and taxis are available with a 6-foot level with 6 beds or a bed 8 feet long. Crew cabins do not come with a short 5-foot 8-inch bed.

Regular taxis can take the work setting LES basic or intermediate level, while the extended cab models and crew are also available in well-equipped SLT. A slit SL fit between work and SLE, but only available as a double cabin, as the exclusive Denali.




2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew
2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew
The trim work comes with the bare necessities, including air conditioning (for extended and crew cab versions), a trip computer, tilt steering wheel, OnStar telematics, vinyl upholstery, a 40/20 / 40-split front bench and a CD/MP3 stereo with auxiliary input jack and satellite radio. The SL adds full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control, satellite radio, adjustable lumbar support for driver.

SLE trim adds Premium cloth seat trim, lockable compartment, an outlet built in the middle of a cushion divided front, auto-dimming mirror and leather-wrapped steering wheel. Award coated piles SLT Chrome alloy wheels, premium interior materials and the entire center console to date, a Bose audio system with six-disc CD, leather seat trim, remote start engine, a design exclusive line of wood trim and metal , 12-way front seats and rear audio controls power-adjustable/heated.

Sierra Denali models Trump SLT with a single powertrain, suspension tuning emphasizes ride comfort, 20-inch wheels cast aluminum, exterior styling enhancements, a heated steering wheel, a navigation function to OnStar turn by turn, and more USB connectivity (optional on SLE and SLT.)

Option not available in all trim levels and body styles. It contains a number of the towing package, Z71 Off-Road Package (skid plates and off-road suspension), the regional packages, All-Terrain package (similar to the Z71, but especially for internal improvements and external) and XFE (extra fuel economy) conversion to cut the rear-wheel-drive Crew Cab 5.3-liter V8 (which has an improved aerodynamic and lightweight aluminum components to improve fuel economy).

Other options include 20 - and 22-inch wheels, a rearview camera, upgraded audio system, Bluetooth, a navigation system with traffic reports in real time, a rear entertainment system, power folding heated mirrors Outside a sunroof, a power sliding rear window, a load control system and the back of the park. A "EZ Lift" tailgate is also available, and requires only half the effort to open and close the back door of the norm.




2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew review
2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew
Engines and performance

For 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 is available with four different engines. The work program trim level, Sierra driven by a 4.3-liter V6 engine that produces 195 standard horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Buyers can upgrade to a 4.8-liter V8 that makes 302 hp and 305 lb-ft, a 5.3-liter V8 is good for 315 hp and 335 lb-ft. SLE trim will have one of two V8 engines as standard, while SLT 5.3-liter engine as standard.

6.2-liter V8 is available on some models and produces 403 hp and 417 Nm 6.2 V8 is standard on Denali. A six-speed automatic is standard on two big V8, while the 4.8-liter V8 and the V6 will be a four-speed automatic. Recently, a test substantially similar to the Chevy Silverado, if the car is equipped with a 6.2-liter V8, has accelerated at a standstill 60 mph in 6.6 seconds, which is a pick-up fast and full-size. Properly equipped, Sierra 1500 can tow up to 10 700 pounds.

Buyers have the option of two-wheel drive, four wheel drive (Denali only) to all four wheels. The work and cutting with a classic LS 4WD soil selection for the transfer case. All 4WD Autotrac other ornaments, which has an automatic setting that switches to 4WD when it detects tire slippage.

Fuel economy estimates range from 15 mpg city/22 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined Down Crew Cab XFE 19/12/14 mpg for Denali.

Security

Standard safety equipment includes antilock brakes (front disc, rear drum) and stability control. Cortina front air bags, side and side are also standard. Disc brakes on all four wheels are available in the Max towing package.

In government crash tests of the negotiations, 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 earned a five-star frontal crash. At the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, the 1500 Sierra has obtained a higher score of "good" and the front-offset crash protection, and the second best score of "acceptable" and the side impact test.

In the test, stopped a taxi crew with disc brakes on all four wheels to 60 mph in a short 120 feet.




2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew
2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew interior

Interior Design and Special Features

Overall, the fit and finish of the interior of the Sierra is good, although the basic models tend to look very dull in comparison to their competitors. SLT and Denali expensive cottage at the bar significantly cut dress unique and sophisticated treatment of the panel door, a full center console and an attractive wood grain and metallic accents. Crew cab models have a convenient flip-up rear seat cushions, which provide a nearly flat cargo floor. Internal storage is only sufficient for cup holders and small random organization of the center console.

Driving Impressions

Like most modern microphones, is the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 is fun to drive. The controls are simple but fairly accurate, and comfortable seating truck and smooth, quiet driving makes travel enjoyable. Sierra has a turning radius is slightly larger than you find in most other trucks, however.

The acceleration is sluggish with the base V6 engine, while the 4.8-liter V8 engine provides enough power. 5.3-liter V8 6.2-liter feels muscular V8 muscle Royal Sierra trucks. A six-speed automatic that comes standard with two big V8 does an admirable job of keeping on tap when you feel out of date compared to the four high-speed.

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