2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD Consumer Reviews

DMAX

Written by: Herc on 06/01/2004

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have put 52000 miles on this truck and it has performed well. I had a few problems at first but the only problem I still have is the AC. The AC still does not blow cold off and on during the summer. Been in 6 times for it now it is out of warrantee. I tow a 5th wheel rv and a 36' flat bed trailer and it does supurb.

Favorite Features

DMAX, Allison Trans, Seats

Suggested Improvements

Overhead console is pretty much usless, rearview mirror does not go dark enough or fast enough, larger standard tires.

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Great overall family truck

Written by: Mark Danley on 11/19/2003

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This has been an exceptional truck, plenty of power and quiet for a diesel. much quieter than either the Dodge or Ford. A very comfortable truck to drive. We pull a 10,000 lb 5th wheel and it pulls with little effort.

Favorite Features

Great styling, generous power

Suggested Improvements

Fuel mileage could be improved.

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One Big Truck

Written by: Paul Harrison on 09/04/2003

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is my dream truck. 12 MPG City/16 Highway - no better even with Mobil 1. The 6.0L is fine for commuting, racing punks in Civics and hauling stuff from Lowe's. It does work hard to tow a 6,000 lb. camper. The 6.0L is a revver not a torquer. If you do more than occasional towing, the Duramax is the choice for you. The 8.1L gets 9 MPG so think carefully before making that choice. It hauls 2 tons, that's right, 2 tons of gravel without squatting or skipping a beat. The OEM Bridgestone tires wore out at 45K and because it has to work to tow a moderate trailer, I gave it a 9. It is a monster to park, especially in a parking garage so Fun to Drive is a 9.

Favorite Features

The A/C kicks butt. Everything on the truck is solid. Quality paint finish - still looks new. I added a Linex spray- on bedliner - worth every penny.

Suggested Improvements

Change the design of the cabin air filter and lug nut covers. Improve the dealers' customer service focus.

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ULTIMATE TRUCK

Written by: gmgp455 on 05/17/2003

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab SLE 2WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

THIS TRUCK IS A WORK HORSE ,FUN TO DRIVE AND HAULS LOADS LIKE THEY WERE NOTHING. POWER IS EXCELLENT DRIVES LIKE A SPORTS CAR VERY COMFERTABLE TRUCK. IT GETS DECIENT MILELAGE 18mpg HIGHWAY 10mpg AROUND TOWN .

Favorite Features

THE WHOLE TRUCK

Suggested Improvements

FRONT SUPENTION SOMETIME BOUNCES TO MUCH I HAVE BIN TOLD AFTERMARKET SHOCKS CURES THIS.

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Review of 2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4WD

Written by: R Freni on 05/07/2003

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is my second GMC Sierra 2500HD in the past two years, I love both of them. I have the 6.0L Engine (the smallest engine that I believe they put in this truck) in my truck and I have yet to find anything that I can't tow with it. The tow/haul feature works great. All in all this truck rides great, tow's great and plows snow great (if you haven't figured it out yet I think these trucks are GREAT!)I have not yet had to bring them back to the dealership for any type of repair other than normal service.

Favorite Features

Tow/Haul feature, Towing and Plow Package and much more then I can list

Suggested Improvements

Bigger gas tank, bring back the passenger side entry assist handle on the door piller, fog/driving lamps should come back on again after head lights are shut off and then turned back on again, a lockable tail gate. And if I didn't mention it a bigger gas tank.(hint)

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rear tire wear stinks

Written by: bwieland on 02/17/2003

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

BEWARE - my truck has excessive rear tire wear - rear tires were shot at 12,000 miles - front tires were 20% used -

Favorite Features

Nice truck

Suggested Improvements

fix rear end problems with locking diff. - my dealer cannot determine the problem with the excessive tire wear

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Great Truck

Written by: Newpemberly on 12/30/2002

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is the finest truck I've ever driven for ride and design. Good work GM. You should get some market share with this one.

Favorite Features

Black crew cab/long bed is the classiest looking truck on the road. Ride is great.

Suggested Improvements

The bose radio option is good, but it could be better.

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Best of Fleet

Written by: Snickers on 12/24/2002

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab SLE 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have a fleet of pickups. I have Dodge, Ford, Chevrolet and GMC. My General Motors vehicles are by far cheaper to maintain and operate of the fleet. My people all want the General Motors trucks for their ride and comfort. As I rotate I will go strictly with General Motors. They get ruff use in the oilfield and hold up. Thank You GM :-)

Favorite Features

Solid build. Dependable. Easy to Maintain. Comfortable ride. Can haul more and pull more than my other fleet vehicles. Better Fuel Economy. Less Maintance.

Suggested Improvements

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Sierra HD with the 8.1!

Written by: dkmalone on 07/31/2002

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The 2002 HD Sierra with the 8.1 V-8 and the Allison transmission is tremendous! I think there is so much hype over the Duramax, the 8.1 gets overlooked. Unless you drive 30,000 miles a year or expect to keep the truck forever the $4,000 premium for the diesel doesn't make sense. Properly equiped, both tow the same. But it's that big block 496 cube engine that puts a smile on my face everytime I start it up. My wife loves driving it too! I'm sure I could get better mileage, but I can't keep my foot out of it. I get about 12 MPG.

Favorite Features

The big block 8.1 V-8. The 5 speed Allison transmission.

Suggested Improvements

The cheesy interior trim!

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What a TRUCK!

Written by: Huck BB62 on 06/04/2002

Vehicle

2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab SL 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

If you haven't driven a new GM heavy duty, you're in for a shock. The thing is super quiet inside. I've got the upgraded interior and it's very very plush. The 6.0 is a forceful engine and delivers in spades. It is a very capable truck off road and on long trips, it's real pleasure. A long inspection of the underside and underhood of this truck reveals a ton of thoughtful engineering and plain old brawn. Not ONE factory assembly error has been found on my truck. If it got stolen tomorrow, I'll be back down to the same dealer to get one just like it.

Favorite Features

Comfort, looks, room, power, off- roading capability, load capacity, and how it comes set up heavy duty with the right coolers and hookups for real work. Three lighter hookups in the dash for 12v accessory use.

Suggested Improvements

Raised frame for HDs without the Allison. Bigger or two fuel tanks please! A lugged underdash terminal strip for ham radio/scanner equipment. Make catch-all floormats standard. Make the tailgate theft resistant. Make the doors harder to break into.

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