2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A powerful drivetrain and stout underpinnings make the Sierra 1500HD (and its Silverado twin) a good option for buyers who like the size of a half-ton pickup but require extra towing capacity. If you don't plan to tow, the Nissan Titan and Dodge Ram are better overall trucks.
Pros
Roomy crew cab can carry six passengers, strong 6.0-liter V8 engine, has the highest tow rating of any half-ton pickup, innovative features.
Cons
Spotty fit and finish, dated interior with low-grade materials.
What's New for 2005
The heavy-duty 1500HD crew cab is back once again this year for buyers who like the size of the light-duty 1500 crew cab, but need more power and towing capacity. As on other half-ton Sierras, a power sunroof is a new option, and it includes a HomeLink universal transmitter and deluxe overhead console.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Little white truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Tows my 4X8 trailer fully loaded (1500 lb), with 2000 lbs on the truck, no problem. Great on gas. 18 mpg on trips and 13 mpg local. My wife likes it better than our 2005 Caravan with stow and go.
Favorite Features
Easy entrance and exit I love the easy head light service area
Suggested Improvements
Turn signal and courtesy lights on all mirrors
I am the owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This truck is fun to drive, has good weight providing good traction in snow. Really good steering, will get you there for sure. its a keeper. l7 mpg, runs good. Waiting for the hybrid to come out.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Best value for your money!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
We researched the purcase of a new truck to death, I think, and we always came back to the GMC. This truck was by far the best value for the dollars. We love our truck! The crew cab was truly the answer our need for four doors for when our folks come into town.
Favorite Features
The comfort and ride are awesome. There is a real feel of luxury in a truck??? Is that possible?? Yep, it is with the GMC. Well worth the price.
Suggested Improvements
I agree, a place to store tools, or something for storage would be great.
GMC with 8' box
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
We love our GMC. We have a small farm and use it for alot of work type things but also use it for our family vehecle. We have the long box option on ours though. The long box rides much smoother than the short box. It also is great for sleeping in!
Favorite Features
The full size box and the four doors with the extended cab
Suggested Improvements
I agree that the interior should be updated some how but we use ours for a truck and would love to find a truck without carpet on the floor. There is nothing more of a pain than to get cow manure out of that carpet
I Love My Truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Overall this is the best truck I have ever owned. I have owned Ford's , Dodge, & chevy's...I traded a Chevy Blazer for My Sierra so I would have more room & comfort for me as well as my kids. It was definitely worth it. Smooth, quiet, comfortable ride with plenty of room for 6 people. Gas mileage is around 16 mpg in the city, which is about all I got from my Blazer on the highway, so comparitively speaking for it's size it gets pretty good gas mileage! Very powerful engine, good steering & control features. If your looking for a truck that has it all then test drive a GMC...kids can even watch tv with the optional DVD player but you would lose your 6th seat! A+ to GMC .
Favorite Features
A Truck that seats 6 comfortably!! Sporty body appearance. No road noise.
Suggested Improvements
Only suggestion I have is to find a way to still offer the factory installed DVD player without losing the 6th seat.
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