2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Consumer Reviews Page 3

Best Truck for the Money

Written by: Matt on 01/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have been looking at buying a new truck for a while and the Sierra Denali is by far the best bang for the buck, that is if you can afford it. The truck has the best ride and handling of any truck I have ever driven. Gas mileage is not to great, so far I have average 15 mpg in the city and I got up to 22 mpg on the highway, but that is not to bad considering you have 403 HP on tap. The truck has excellent fit and finish and the exhaust note is very nice. If you pay sticker for this truck you will be paying way too much, I managed the get the 2WD model with the upgraded 20" chrome wheels for $35,900 (retailed for a little over 42). Bottom line, a great truck for the money.

Favorite Features

Remote start, bose sound system, 403 HP, power folding mirrors with tilt- down, the leather seats are very comfortable, the overall appearance of the truck (hands down the best looking factory truck, turns a lot of heads), heated windshield washer fluid when ice covers your winshield, smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

Standard spray in bed liner and side steps. Also, based on the retail price a sunroof should be standard. I don't have many complaints about this truck, it is an all around great truck.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Best truck I've ever owned

Written by: Ralph Vandenberg on 01/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4dr Crew Cab AWD 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I've been driving my Denali for about 3000 miles so far. It's an allover amazing vehicle. I haven't been able to find any faults whatsoever with the exception of the power being too tempting.... I'm going through the gas a bit faster than I'd like because it's too easy to hit the pedal. I give GMC full marks on this truck, it's got to be the best truck on the market right now.

Favorite Features

The ride, power and comfort all combine for a great ride

Suggested Improvements

None

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Excellent Truck

Written by: Bryan2008 on 01/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE1 4dr Extended Cab 8 ft. LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

GMC really did a great job with this truck. I really love the power of the engine and the comfort. I do not drive it much trying to keep those miles off of it. But when I do it is a treat and makes me appreciate life more. It definitely is deserving of much kudos. Thanks again GMC for a really great vehicle.

Favorite Features

Acceleration, OnStar, cell phone, and navigation. Also gas mileage and technology in this truck compared to the new Tundra.

Suggested Improvements

None

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Not a Happy Owner

Written by: Luke on 01/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE2 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have always been a Chevy man, really needed a new pickup so I went with the GMC. I wanted the 5.3l because it does great in my 01 Suburban. My New 5.3, which has fuel management gets much worse mileage. I get 13.5 MPG at any speed or condition driving, even downhill. Also the 4 sp transmission is clunky, brakes are sticky, interior clothe is Horrible, interior plastic comes apart, body has many mud pockets which will rot the metal and the front tire sprays road wash Into the frame by the front door. I am NOT happy with this truck which now has 3500 miles on it.

Favorite Features

New dash

Suggested Improvements

Body, engine, interior, transmission, brakes ALL need Improvement

3 out 12 people found this review helpful

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So Far So Good

Written by: kitch on 01/08/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4dr Crew Cab AWD 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Just over 1 week of ownership and I can say I am very pleased with the vehicle. Traded in my Titan LE for this. Interior fit, finish and textures is by far the best I've seen on any truck. Flip up seats in the rear are nice and a necessity (Tundra I test drove didn't have that). Bose stereo is good and Nav seems easy to operate. Not quite as fun to drive as my Titan was, but still decent. Nice rumble from the stock exhaust. 6 speed tranny is smoooooth. Nice and quiet at 60mph. The AWD is a nice feature to have.

Favorite Features

6.2L engine, AWD, 20" wheels, autostart is awesome, heated steering wheel and 6spd transmission

Suggested Improvements

More interior storage (there isn't even a compartment overhead for sunglasses), Bluetooth, Console shifter instead of boring column shifter, factory spray-in bedliner and running boards should be standard equipment, higher end stereo system and chrome exhaust tip would be nice

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Near Perfect

Written by: OD on 01/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The absolute best truck on the market! Had my Sierra w/ All Terrain package for three weeks and at just under 3k miles, I couldn't be happier. Rides like a luxury car on the highway and an off-roader when needed. All Terrain package runs just under Denali as far as price but maintains more of the off- roader feel. Z71 package w/ 20" chrome wheels, 5.3 liter V8, 2-tone leather seating, & much more. I am getting 20 to 21 mpg on hwy & 17 city! Not bad for a larger V8 that really isn't meant for fuel effiency. Overall, best truck on the market after extensive checking and I couldn't be happier. If you are looking for a real deal with a great feel do not stop short of at least drinving one!

Favorite Features

Remote start, rear parking assist, heated seats w/ memory, rain sensitive wipers, on board computer interface, remote folding mirrors, Z71 package. Smooth, solid handling in all driving situations, folding rear seating w/ high quality leather amenities, 8 cup holders, 4 power outlets, & so much more!

Suggested Improvements

Updating the transmission to a six speed would be nice & maybe another inch or two ground clearance for Z71 4X4. Really, there is nothing real to complain about a luxury off-road truck as good as this!

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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King of Trucks

Written by: DACO7916 on 01/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

To me this is the best full size pick up there is on the market. It is the perfect combination of power, comfort, elegance, sportiness, not too over the top styling.

Favorite Features

Really like the OnStar feature (already used it once). The navigation system is really good too. Bose sound system very good for a truck.

Suggested Improvements

The main thing would be a little better gas mileage and also a little bit better fit and finish.

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Best of the Breed

Written by: sknabt on 01/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4dr Extended Cab 4WD 6.5 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I decided to replace my SUV with a full-size truck. Choice came down to an '08 Sierra SLT vs. an '07 Tundra Limited ('08 Tundra priced way out of my budget) because I've always bought Japanese. Tundra has nice powertrain but falls short in every other category, especially it's bloated price. GMC SLT's greatest selling point is its luxury grade interior. Tundra is very weak here. GMC's shift at any speed automatic 4x4 is far better than Tundra's crude hi/lo 4x4. GMC has better crash test scores than the Tundra. This is the 1st full-size truck I've ever owned but driving it is actually a joy. Parking is a learning experience but the parking assist makes it doable even for a newbie like myself.

Favorite Features

10-way heated leather driver/passenger seats, rear parking assist, OnStar, automatic 4x4 mode, command center, MP3 input, rear doors open 170 degrees, adjustable gas pedal, automatic lights, remote start (heats seats), heated washer fluid, smooth ride/powertrain, EZ-lift tailgate, classic good looks

Suggested Improvements

MPG a bit weak even for a truck (getting 16-17 mpg with 60+% highway driving), Bose stereo (flat mid-range and treble, decent base), high square hood hard to see over, tinted windows restrict night visibility, average Consumer Reports reliablity rating, make stability control standard, turn radius

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Capable and solid

Written by: LYNDONGOLDEN on 01/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE1 2dr Regular Cab 6.5 ft. SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I wanted a stylish "basic" regular cab truck. I looked for a comparably equipped Tundra but there were few choices out there...with only leftover '07 models, almost all of them long-bed and white! And none of the base model Toyotas had factory XM radio. So I purchased the Work Truck package Sierra... and I'm very pleased. The dash design, controls, seats, driving position, and interior storage all work very well for my tastes. The cargo management system is very usefeul as well. And the 4.8 V8 has a satisfying exhaust rumble. I drive alot in the bumpy inner-city Houston streets, and this truck hamdles it well. This was a good choice, and I beleive it will serve me well.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Glad to be Back

Written by: Mike on 01/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE2 4dr Extended Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I traded in my 02 Dodge about 1500 miles ago and I could not be happier. The truck performs great and will haul the snowmobile trailer much better than the Ram did. I am averaging roughly 15mpg which is 3mpg better than the Dodge.

Favorite Features

The quality of ride is great. The truck rides and accelerates smoothly, quietly.

Suggested Improvements

I have two complaints for the truck. A notification for being in 4wd should be put in the gauge package; in NY this time of year we use the 4wd a lot and sometimes you forget that it is engaged. The back up sensors get covered with snow/ice and quit working. Nothing GM can do about the weather thoug

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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