2003 GMC Sierra 3500 Review
Price Estimate: $4,579 - $7,804

GMC Sierra 3500 model years
GMC Sierra 3500 types
- Regular Cab
- Crew Cab
- Extended Cab
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful drivetrains, roomy interiors, numerous available amenities.
Cons
- Spotty build quality, cheap interior materials.
What’s new
The Sierra gets a revised look this year that includes a new front fascia, revised side moldings and optional multifunction, fold-away mirrors. On the inside, GMC has added new seats, a more comprehensive driver information center, a redesigned instrument panel and optional dual-zone climate control and satellite steering wheel controls. On the hardware side, the standard 6.0-liter V8 gets electronic throttle control as well as the ability to run exclusively on compressed natural gas (CNG) or a mix of CNG and gasoline. Other upgrades include an improved Insta-Trac part-time four-wheel-drive system for reduced service costs, a more efficient starter for the 8.1-liter V8 and a revised headlight switch that allows drivers to turn off the daytime running lamps.
Edmunds says
One of the biggest, most powerful pickups you can drive without going to trucking school.
For sale near La Place, LA
2 listings
- 351,147 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- 8'2” bed, 6.6l, 8cyl
- Greenville AutoWorld (851 mi away)
- Upgraded Engine
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
- Towing Hitch
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Located in Greenville, NC
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GTJC33123F225314
Stock: 225314
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 10-12-2023- 167,523 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 8'2” bed, 6.6l, 8cyl
- Ace Auto Sales (1,147 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Brainerd, MN
2003 GMC Sierra 3500 4dr Crew Cab SOUTHERN/RUST FREE Duramax 6.6L Diesel Turbo V8 Four Wheel Drive HI/LO Trailer Assist Seats 6 167,XXX Miles $21,999 ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GTJK33113F109122
Stock: 3F109122A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-29-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Louisiana
Not EPA tested for Sierra 3500 Base
Sierra 3500 Base
vs
$206/mo
Avg. Large Truck
GMC Sierra 3500 Owner Reviews
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A Real Truck
4.75 out of 5 starsTOW MAN, 06/06/2002
2002 GMC Sierra 3500 4dr Crew Cab SLE 2WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
This vehicle has surpassed all our
expectations (except for the dealer who
is mediocre). The cabin noise level is
lower than most of the cars that I have
owned in the last 15 years. Build
quality is improved over the 95 GMC
that I owned. I tow 10 to 13K pound
loads on a daily basis. Hauling horses
I routinely discuss trucks with other
guys at horse events. I find … that I
can out haul them, get slightly better
gas mileage and the TRUCK IS IN THE
SHOP less than my Ford F350 friends
(one of whom has sold his to buy a
Chevy 3500). If you are looking for a
real work rig, this is it.
Great Truck
5 out of 5 starsBig Rick, 10/14/2003
2002 GMC Sierra 3500 4dr Crew Cab SLE 2WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
This is my 2nd GM diesel truck and it
has operated flawlessly since delivery.
The power and accelleration for a big
truck makes it fun to drive. I tow a
14000 lb 5th wheel and can pass with
ease going over the mountains. The
mileage is about 10mpg with the trailer
and running 65, without it runs about
18-19 mpg on the highway.
gmc crew cab
5 out of 5 starsmarmcn, 10/09/2003
2002 GMC Sierra 3500 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
awesome power with the turbodiesel and
the cummins transmission. can pull the
anchor(boat) with the camper up cascade
passes and still pass empty powerstrokes
Great Truck
4.38 out of 5 starstdorsett_1, 03/03/2003
2003 GMC Sierra 3500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Hauling hay and horses has never been
so easy, power to spare, better on fuel
mileage that I would have though.
Pulling a small 2-horse slant load
trailer with two 1200 lb. horses or a
twenty-foot trailer loaded with three
round bails of hay, I get an average of
18 miles per gallon. Without pulling, I
get between 21 and 25 miles per Gallon.
(Highway)
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 GMC Sierra 3500, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sierra 3500 since its last redesign.
2003 Sierra 3500 Highlights
Regular Cab
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $28,712 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Seating | 3 seats |
Drivetrain | four wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 12,000 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Sierra 3500 include:
- Alarm
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