2004 GMC Sierra 2500 Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A strong drivetrain, combined with a capable suspension and numerous available options, makes this truck a solid choice for those who need a little more capability than your average half-ton.
Pros
Powerful drivetrain, competitive tow rating, innovative features, spacious interiors.
Cons
Low-quality interior materials, questionable build quality.
What's New for 2004
A short-bed crew cab model debuts and the base truck's standard features list is plumped up with the addition of cruise control, chrome bumpers and chrome wheels. The Work Truck package is available on all models. Midlevel SLE models get standard foglamps and optional leather seating.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
New User
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I enjoy driving this truck! So far it stranded me once (due to a clip of some sort coming loose and the computer not knowing enough to send fuel to the engine) and that was at about 7k miles. OnStar answered quickly and got me a tow truck pronto! The dealer easily found the problem and my cost for all this was $0. The Bose system is very enjoyable. Acceleration and power are there when you need them. My 13MPG is lower than I expected, unfortunately.
Favorite Features
Good power. Nice styling. Handling is good. Sound system is great. Fun to drive in traffic. Comfortable seating. Nice layout of controls.
Suggested Improvements
Better fuel mileage would be a plus!
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
GMC 2500 HD
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 2dr Regular Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
Review
Dependable truck that takes a beating and asks for more. I've never been easy on my vehicles. This one stands up to the punishment. It's a good looking vehicle. Has more ground clearance than Ford or Dodge without being too tall to go in a parking garage. Build quality and materials/ components used are better than competitors also. I've heard (for example) Ford doesn't put grease fittings on a lot of they're front end parts.
Favorite Features
Tow/haul button for towing. Air bag shutoff for passenger.
Suggested Improvements
Stiffen up the roof panels, make the hood for the HD more aggressive looking like Chevy did.
Light Duty GMC 2500 4X4 Crew Cab SLT
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
2004 light duty Sierra 2500 4x4 crew cab w/6-1/2' box. A very comfortable, capable hauler of people and cargo. Rear seat area is huge. Seats are very comfortable. Ride is a little choppy unloaded, but that is to be expected. Smoother ride than GMC 2500 Heavy Duty. Tracks down the road very nicely. (This next comment is not a flame, I'm a truck guy, not a "brand guy") Much better than Ford 250, which tended to wander a bit - that may have been due to the more aggressive off- road tires on the Ford. With a bed cover in place, gas mileage went from 17.5 mpg highway to just over 18 mpg highway. Every bit helps. XM radio is worth every cent. On-Star is invaluable. Great dealer support during sale.
Favorite Features
Seats are the most comfortable of any vehicle I've ever had (have had 17). XM radio/steering wheel controls are great. I don't listen to "regular" radio anymore. Kids enjoy the rear DVD and all the space. I like the layout of the cab and the way things fall to hand. Lots of storage in the front cab
Suggested Improvements
A rear-sliding window, ala the "Tundra" that slides down into the rear bulkhead would be nice. Adjustable pedals would be a help for "inseam challenged". Exterior mirrors with "side-step" lights (like the 1500 series Chevy has) would be appreciated. Side pockets in rear doors would add more storage
Love This Truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 4dr Extended Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have the 2500HD 6.6L Diesel 4x4 Crew Cab SB. This is my third GM 4x4 truck, but first diesel. I tow an RV and put dirt bikes in the back and it drives like I have nothing attached and nothing in the back. I can accelerate going up hills on the freeway fully loaded towing the RV. The interior noise is quieter than my wife's Chevy Blazer. The stereo absolutely rocks, and the seat heaters are so nice - even in San Diego CA! This is the best truck ever made.
Favorite Features
Diesel engine, Allison transmission (in tow mode the thing starts down-shifting on the freeway from 5th through 2nd and sounds sooooo cool while helping slow you down, stereo, seat heaters, roomy crew cab, comfy seats and interior features.
Suggested Improvements
This is the best truck ever made and there is nothing necessary to improve it.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
GMC 2500
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I am having a joyful expearence driving my GMC. Over all performance is higher than my original expectations. The creature comfort features has rejunivated my on and off road fun.
Favorite Features
The quad steering makes my truck handle like a small car. My wife can manuver our big rig in all the shopping areas:-).
Suggested Improvements
Designers keep using your imigination.
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