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Used 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Double Cab Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is available only as a double cab with a standard bed, with or without four-wheel drive. There are just two trim levels: base and SLE. All Sierra 1500 Limited pickups are powered by a 5.3-liter V8 (355 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque) and are equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Base Sierra 1500 Limiteds are bare-bones vehicles. Standard equipment is sparse, and options are minimal. For instance, consider that floor mats are optional. However, the base trim does include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, a trailer hitch and 2-inch receiver, four-pin and seven-pin connectors, and an automatic locking rear differential. Standard equipment also includes a 7-inch touchscreen, USB ports, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, and a six-speaker audio system. Option packages are limited to the Sierra Convenience package and Elevation Edition, though other stand-alone options are available.

SLE trim adds a variety of basic comforts such as LED bed lighting, floor mats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio controls, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, and an 8-inch touchscreen. It also adds aluminum wheels in place of the base steel wheels, switches the mirrors and door handles from black to the body color, and upsizes the instrument cluster display to a 4.2-inch color unit in place of the base 3.5-inch monochromatic one. On 4WD trucks, the transfer case is of the automatic variety on SLE trim, instead of the manual floor-mounted shifter-equipped transfer case in base trim Sierra Limiteds.

What's more, SLE trim grants access to a range of option packages such as the SLE Value package, the cosmetic Black Pack and an off-road-oriented Suspension package.

Which Sierra 1500 Limited trim does Edmunds recommend?

Selecting a trim for a pickup is typically an arduous task, but not for this one. There are only two trims available for the Sierra 1500 Limited. Cost-conscious shoppers will gravitate toward the base trim, but we think it's worth stepping up to the SLE for its additional basics, creature comforts and access to options. From there, select the SLE Value package for a power seat and tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel.

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Spreckels, CA
Vehicle
Sierra 1500 Limited Base
Sierra 1500 Limited SLE
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Base
5.3L 8cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
Not Available
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Mexico/United States
Mexico/United States
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
355 hp @ 5,600 rpm
355 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Engine torque
383 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
383 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
Engine displacement
5.3 l
5.3 l
Engine configuration
v8
v8
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
255/70R17
255/70R17
Wheel size
17 X 8.0-in
17 X 8.0-in
Wheel type
painted steel wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
15 / 22 / 17 MPG
15 / 22 / 17 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
26.0 gal.
26.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
390 / 572 miles
390 / 572 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
46.9 ft.
46.9 ft.
Curb weight
5,103 lb.
5,103 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.7 in.
8.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
80.0 in.
80.0 in.
Height
73.9 in.
73.9 in.
Length
229.4 in.
229.4 in.
Bed Length
6'7”
6'7”
Wheelbase
143.5 in.
143.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
42.8 in.
42.8 in.
Front Leg Room
45.3 in.
45.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
65.9 in.
65.9 in.
Rear Head Room
38.7 in.
38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room
34.6 in.
34.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
65.8 in.
65.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Dark Ash Seats w/Jet Black Interior Accents, cloth
Dark Ash Seats w/Jet Black Interior Accents, vinyl
Jet Black, cloth
Exterior
Deep Mahogany Metallic
Red Quartz Tintcoat
Dark Slate Metallic
Cardinal Red
Onyx Black
Stone Blue Metallic
Summit White
Quicksilver Metallic
Deep Mahogany Metallic
Red Quartz Tintcoat
Dark Slate Metallic
Cardinal Red
Onyx Black
Stone Blue Metallic
Summit White
Quicksilver Metallic