1995 GMC Sierra 1500 Review
1995 GMC Sierra 1500 Review
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GMC Sierra 1500 model years
GMC Sierra 1500 types
- Regular Cab
- Extended Cab
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What’s new
A revised interior graces these full-size trucks this year. A new driver-side airbag and a shift interlock are added in the interest of safety. The latter requires the brake pedal to be depressed before the automatic transmission's gear selector can be shifted out of "park." This reduces the likelihood that the vehicle will move suddenly and unexpectedly when the transmission is taken out of "park." Power mirrors, revised climate controls and cupholders provide a more user-friendly interior environment.
Mechanical enhancements include the addition of standard 4-wheel antilock brakes, improvements in the engines and modifications to the heavy-duty 4L80-E. The four-wheel ABS replaces last year's rear-wheel-only antilock system. Various upgrades to the engines are intended to reduce noise, improve durability and/or increase efficiency. The transmission is revised for quicker 1-2 upshifts during full-throttle applications.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1995 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$285/mo for Sierra 1500 SL
Sierra 1500 SL
vs
$257/mo
Avg. Large Truck
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Consumer reviews
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5 star(82%)
4 star(18%)
3 star(0%)
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39 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
Restoration
brianmcginnis, 08/28/2011
1994 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
I love my 94 GMC Sierra. I often think about buying a new truck but I can't part with this truck. It has a straight bench seat with a 5 speed manual trans on the floor, tons of power and runs great after 250, 000 miles. I've decided to spend the money on restoring it and am getting the speakers replaced next week and then a paint job. When the time comes to rebuild or replace the engine … does anyone out there have any recommendations on the difference between a Jasper engine, Chevy crate replacement or just a major rebuild? I would greatly appreciate any advise on restoration issues.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Hell Yes I Love My Truck
95_z71_1500, 04/21/2011
1995 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 2dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (5.0L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
I'm in love with my '95 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71.
She's currently broken down but it took her 195,xxx miles.
But the engine, tranny, and everything else is still GREAT. Just the transfer case gave out when I was pullin' a dodge out of the sand(got it out) but she gave out afterwards.
So I'm rebuilding it.
But other then that she's everything I need.
I've taken this set-back as a chance to fix … 'er up.
Just ordered Halo projector headlights/LED turn signals, new grille assembly, &performance chip.
Soon to order smoked LED tail lights and 3rd brake light, tires, seat covers, door panels, chrome handles all around, 5in fender flares, 3-5 in body lift, and other things. CAN'T WAIT!
4.5 out of 5 stars
Solid GMC
KB in N.C., 06/12/2002
1995 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
I purchased my GMC new in 95 and have
been pleased with the truck since I
purchased it. I have, to this point,
had one main problem with the driver's
seat base bracket. The bracket
actually broke out of warranty and GMC
agreed to pay half of the replacement
cost since I had reported having a
problem with it before the warranty ran
out. The seat still has some … movement
in it but not excessive. Overall, I
have enjoyed owning the truck and have
made a few enhancements to it myself
since buying it.
5 out of 5 stars
100% truck
tom galvin, 08/03/2008
1995 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 2dr Extended Cab LB (5.0L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
Had 1995 GMC ext cab Sierra truck for 2 yrs now and love it. Tows almost everything, strong, safe. Got in accident, no damage crushed other cars fender. Looks nice, comfortable. Second row kinda compact. Drive it all around Atlanta and north Georgia for work. Fun to drive off road. No major problems, but a/c went out 1 year ago. Keyless entry, 20 mpg average, 4wheel drive capable, can … see very well at night, good get up and go. GMC perfected the truck. I'm going to give it to my son in one year when he can drive and I'm going to miss not having it everyday.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1995 GMC Sierra 1500, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sierra 1500 since its last redesign.
1995 Sierra 1500 Highlights
Regular Cab
SL
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $254/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 7,500 lbs. |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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