Used 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Regular Cab Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Regular Cab.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Transmission shift clunk!
Disappointed, Harrisburg, PA, 10/17/2017
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 6A)
Be sure to drive it. I have one that bangs the gears when taking off. (Sometimes) .Usually first thing in the morning. Jerks and shifts hard with a loud clunk when shifting between 1 and 2 gear. I know other owners that report the Same problem. So far either of the ones I have heard about have found the problem. Including mine!! 55K MSRP. Should not have this problem!!
transmission shifting issues GMC declairs normal
John Hoch, Harleysville, PA, 01/08/2018
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 6A)
Caution to perspective buyers.... Major issue with transmission 2017 ,,, GMC declares normal operation with Bullitin 99-04-20-002J,,, ...
01-09-2019,,, Recently discovered GM has new transmission redesign for 2019. I still have my 2017 V8 Searria .. Still very disappointed with cloggy transmission shifting.. Will NOT recommend or buy GM again..
Beware of Auto Fuel Management Lifter Failures
Dave, West Chester, OH, 02/29/2024
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 6A)
Just had 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 w/5.3L engine fail lifters and cam shaft due to the AFM system. Apparently shutting the 8 cyl down to 4 for fuel economy can save you on gas but you will get stuck with a $10K engine repair bill to offset any improvement in fuel economy. This is not a 2017 issue but a generic GM issue across all models that use the AFM system. Several lawsuits against GM … on this and GM still denies responsibility for repair costs.
20 day owner for what it's worth
robert taber, Narragansett, RI, 07/22/2017
2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 6A)
All shoppers should know what their primary purpose is for the vehicle and look at only those vehicles that serve that purpose.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Regular Cab
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Strong combination of fuel economy and power
- Pro:Comfortable, quiet cabin
- Pro:Compliant ride quality makes it suitable for daily use
- Pro:Many available configurations and trims
- Con:The six-speed automatic gear ratios are spread too far for towing needs
- Con:Cabin not as spacious as those of rivals
Which Sierra 1500 does Edmunds recommend?
If you need a regular cab, go with the SLE trim level for its added convenience items. We recommend ticking the box for the 5.3-liter V8 over the V6 because it provides a big boost in capability with minimal impact on fuel economy. For those needing a double cab or crew cab, the SLT hits the spot, with more standard equipment and an available eight-speed automatic instead of the standard six-speed. SLT trim also allows access to useful option packages. Avoid the larger optional wheels; they do little other than degrade the ride quality.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab
Driving
3.5The powertrain in the Sierra Denali is nothing short of impressive. With 420 horsepower, 460 lb-ft of torque and an eight-speed transmission, the truck is never short on grunt. But the brakes and the steering show considerably less advancement. The 22-inch wheels do it no help either.
Comfort
3.0The Sierra has the basics down with decent ride control, comfortable seats, and low road and wind noise. But the optional 22-inch wheel and tire package does its best to erase most of those gains. The climate control system also failed to keep the cabin cool during a stint in extreme heat.
Interior
2.0Most of the interior is a study on how to do a truck interior correctly. Switches are big and easy to use, access is good, and there's plenty of space. Some options proved to be more annoying than helpful, and the inexplicable misalignment of the center of the steering wheel is a nagging annoyance.
Utility
3.5If you can't haul a lot or store a lot, you're not doing the full-size truck game right. The Sierra Denali excels at both and proves useful on a personal as well as a professional level.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 in Ohio is:
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