2004 GMC Sierra 1500 Consumer Reviews

'04 Sierra

Written by: Ed H. on 01/05/2007

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have enjoyed my truck from day one. Chose the GMC over the Chevy for front end styling. The color is Arrival blue and it has rear disc brakes, neither offered in the next year. The truck has had a few minor problems but it has all been covered by warrenty and the dealer has done a great job getting things fixed.

Favorite Features

I like being able to turn the headlights off at night, unlike my '04 Montana van. Also like the room and comfort on long trips. Not bad on gas either for a full sized 5.3 liter V-8 truck. Tows loads well.

Suggested Improvements

Rear doors only open 90 degrees which is a challenge in a parking lot. The turning radius is a bit large but the truck is a long vehicle so it is expected.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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GMC Denali Quadrasteer

Written by: Spurz on 10/09/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Denali AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The GMC Denali provides a level of comfort and sophistication never available in a pick up truck. It offers the upscale appointments with comfortable, adjustable leather seats,the most advance drive train of any truck on the road, the convenience and security of OnStar, and the performance of GM's 6 litre engine. The manuverability is fantastic and a must if you are towing a boat or toy hauler or trying to fit in a tight parking spot. Excellent performance, refinement, and capability with the loan drawback being the poor gas mileage, which is to be expected.

Favorite Features

Six-way power seats with lumbar support offer Lazy boy comfort on four wheels, followed closely by the Bose surround sound.

Suggested Improvements

Offer different final drive gear ratios and the ability to switch to a 2wd mode to improve gas mileage.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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2004 Sierra Graphite

Written by: David Stevens on 06/25/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This vehicle has been a total pleasure to drive. Except for a little wind noise in the rear doors which was quickly corrected, the vehicle has no flaws. Rotate tires and change oil and, of course, fill the tank and it is always ready to g. A great truck!

Favorite Features

Ride and handling and XM radio

Suggested Improvements

Don't mess with perfection

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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'04 much better than 99

Written by: GaDawg on 05/01/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased a 2004 Sierra after buying a new 1999 one which was a DOG. I went against my better judgement and ordered the '99 knowing that GM never gets a new model right in the first year but I also know that after building the same truck for 5 years GM gets the bugs out, I was right, the '04 is much better than the '99 otherwise I would have shot myself by now

Favorite Features

Good power train, XM radio, ride

Suggested Improvements

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Good old American know how

Written by: averageamericanguy on 04/27/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased my GMC new off the lot. So far I've only logged just over 21,000 miles on it. The only problems have been minor; eg: a mild knocking, a broken seat spring, and somewhat twitchy speedo (possibly due to the subwoofers). Overall the truck has proved to be utterly reliable from a mechanilcal aspect and other the the fuel economy of a big truck, the throaty 5.3L is always fun to floor.

Favorite Features

Definitely the dual AC, and back seat which is larger than Ford's and Toyota's.

Suggested Improvements

A better bed liner

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Pleasantly surprised

Written by: rooddoggie on 04/05/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my 04 SLE extended cab 2WD last month and this truck gives me so much for my money. It accelerates effortlessly with the 5.3, shifts smoothly with the AT, and get 22 mpg on the freeway... that's right, 22 MPG!

Favorite Features

Rear seat is very roomy for the kids. XM, OnStar, and a Bose stereo make for an enjoyable ride. I don't have to turn it up very much because of the quiet ride.

Suggested Improvements

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Good ride

Written by: Dave on 02/02/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This truck has been very good to me. It has performed flawlessly and the gas mileage hasn't changed either up or down by more than 1 mpg. I thouroughly enjoy driving this truck. My truck has the Z71 package and it has a solid feel to it.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Upgrade the interior components so that they don't have the "cheap plastic" look.

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Update

Written by: schodack bassman on 01/02/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLT Rwd SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall this has been a good vehicle. Nice looking truck with a nice ride. Xm radio a must and the 6 CD Bose music system is great. Only complaint is about drive train noise. Seems the locking differential kicks in often with a clank. Dealer says normal. Had minor problem with front end the dealer took care of quickly and without complaint. Over all good value. Will buy another some day.

Favorite Features

Looks, comfort, XM radio, Bose music system, heated seats on cold mornings, diming outside mirrors.

Suggested Improvements

Quite drive train, better tires, lower cost on On-star if you want people to continue subscription.

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Better than I expected

Written by: H. Gleeksman on 12/18/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

It has turned out to be a better vehicle than I expected. Very decent ride quality. Plenty of get up and go consiering it has the small V-8 engine. My biggest complaint is the lousy turning radius- takes much too much space to get in and out of parking spaces or to make a U turn. Nice fit and finish. It is holding up very well. Am not generally a GM fan, but this is a very nice vehicle.

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it's a good un

Written by: jdl on 08/30/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Rides like a luxury car with power and handling of a sports car. 18-19 on the highway at 70-75 -- great improvement over my '01 extended cab. For the money,it is best on the market and looks better than the sister Chevy. Pulls 22'boat with ease. Hunted all last season over rough terrain -- still no rattles. Get one.

Favorite Features

Motor! Quiet smooth ride

Suggested Improvements

The build on exterior could be a little better -- Toyota still has GM on this one.

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