The GMC Sierra 1500: A Professional Grade Work Truck

Hi, I'm Don Hayes and I'm joined by Jool Lo Jitsy. Today, we're reviewing the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra 1500, a truck that's built on the same assembly line as its rival, the Chevrolet Silverado. But while both trucks are built to last, they have their own unique characteristics that set them apart. And when it comes to sales, the Sierra and Silverado consistently outsell their main competitor, the Ford F-150.

The GMC Sierra 1500 is known by GM as the professional grade work truck. Its base model, the WT, is a testament to its ruggedness and reliability. But as you move up the trim options and available engines, the Sierra becomes an even more formidable vehicle. The SL, SLE, and SLT trims offer a range of features that make them ideal for heavy-duty use, including upgraded suspensions and a variety of V8 engines.

One of the standout features of the Sierra is its availability of four-wheel drive stability control, trailer sway control, and side curtain airbags. These features ensure that the truck can handle even the most challenging conditions, making it an excellent choice for those who need to tow or haul heavy loads. And with a range of interior features, including power windows, door locks, tilt wheel AC, cruise control, and 10-way power driver's seat front passenger seats, the Sierra is a comfortable and practical vehicle.

But what really sets the Sierra apart is its engine options. The WT comes with a 195 horsepower 4.3L V6, which can get the job done for light chores. However, if you need maximum hauling and towing capabilities, you'll want to look at the 367 horsepower 6L V8 or the 403 horsepower 6.2L V8. These engines make the Sierra a true workhorse, capable of handling even the most demanding tasks.

The latest models of the Sierra come with a six-speed automatic transmission, which provides better fuel economy and improved performance. And while some may find the truck's high center of gravity to be a challenge, once you get experience with parking, maneuvering, and cornering, you'll feel right at home behind the wheel.

Safety is also a top priority for the Sierra. The federal government has given the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra excellent marks, earning five out of five stars in the front passenger side crash test and four out of five stars in the rollover tests. And with very few recalls on these trucks, you can trust that they're built to last.

So, what's the best way to get the most out of your Sierra? According to Auto Trader, if you need a truck that gets the job done without too many bells and whistles, the SL trim with a 5.3L V8 is an excellent choice. And if you plan on towing a horse trailer or a power boat, the SLT crew cab with a 6L V8 may be the way to go. For those who want a little extra luxury, the Denali with a 6.2L V8 is a great option.

Overall, the GMC Sierra 1500 is an exceptional work truck that's built to last. With its range of engine options, comfortable interior, and excellent safety features, it's no wonder why it consistently outsells its rivals in the market.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enthere are GMC people and there are Chevy people and both of them will tell you how they prefer the Sierra over the Silverado and vice versa but both of these trucks are built on the same assembly line and together out sell the Ford F-150 hi I'm Don Hayes and I'm jool Lo jitsy and you're watching auto traders used car review of the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 GM calls the Sierra the professional grade work truck and even named its base model the WT and moving up in trim options and available engines are the SL the SLE the SLT and the King of the Hill Denali GMC even came out with a hybrid in 2009 that got 20 m to the gallon City 23 on the highway which is very impressive for a full-size pickup truck the Sierra comes with a choice of three basic cab configurations regular extended and crew cab options that you can find with any one of these include upgraded suspensions and a whole host of V8 engines yeah and don't forget four-wheel drive stability control trailer sway control and side curtain airbags most Sierra come with a nice array of interior features definitely like power windows door locks tilt wheel AC cruise control you may even find a rear window defroster they also come with 10-way power driver's seat front passenger seats as well as Bose audio fog lamps heated outside mirrors and OnStar this model is a 2008 it comes with XM Satellite Radio standard and allterrain trim the 1500 covers a wide range of needs for light chores the wt's 195 horsepower 4.3 L V6 can fit the bill yeah but the way most people use this truck is with the 4.8 or 5.3 L V8 and for maximum hauling and towing you want to look for the 367 horsepower 6 L V8 or the 403 horsepower 6.2 L V8 absolutely and the latest models come with a six-speed automatic and with better fuel economy and you know what Joe is far as ride and handling the Sierra does pretty well for a big heavy truck with a high center of gravity once you get experience with parking maneuvering and cornering you're going to feel right at home in one yeah definitely and safe as well well the federal government gives the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra excellent marks five out of five stars on the front passenger in crash test and four out of five stars in the rollover tests and you know what Joe there's been very few recalls on these trucks but just to make sure check online or with a dealer and make sure that they've all been performed at no cost to you if you need a truck that gets the job done without too many bells and whistles then Auto Trader recommends the SL trim with a 5.3 L V8 yeah and if you plan on towing a horse trailer or a power boat you may want to consider the SLT crew cab with a 6 l or for a little extra luxury the Denali with a 6.2 L V8 I'm Don Hayes and I'm jool Lo jitsy thanks for watching autot Traders used truck review of the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra right here on AutoTrader the ultimate Automotive Marketplacethere are GMC people and there are Chevy people and both of them will tell you how they prefer the Sierra over the Silverado and vice versa but both of these trucks are built on the same assembly line and together out sell the Ford F-150 hi I'm Don Hayes and I'm jool Lo jitsy and you're watching auto traders used car review of the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 GM calls the Sierra the professional grade work truck and even named its base model the WT and moving up in trim options and available engines are the SL the SLE the SLT and the King of the Hill Denali GMC even came out with a hybrid in 2009 that got 20 m to the gallon City 23 on the highway which is very impressive for a full-size pickup truck the Sierra comes with a choice of three basic cab configurations regular extended and crew cab options that you can find with any one of these include upgraded suspensions and a whole host of V8 engines yeah and don't forget four-wheel drive stability control trailer sway control and side curtain airbags most Sierra come with a nice array of interior features definitely like power windows door locks tilt wheel AC cruise control you may even find a rear window defroster they also come with 10-way power driver's seat front passenger seats as well as Bose audio fog lamps heated outside mirrors and OnStar this model is a 2008 it comes with XM Satellite Radio standard and allterrain trim the 1500 covers a wide range of needs for light chores the wt's 195 horsepower 4.3 L V6 can fit the bill yeah but the way most people use this truck is with the 4.8 or 5.3 L V8 and for maximum hauling and towing you want to look for the 367 horsepower 6 L V8 or the 403 horsepower 6.2 L V8 absolutely and the latest models come with a six-speed automatic and with better fuel economy and you know what Joe is far as ride and handling the Sierra does pretty well for a big heavy truck with a high center of gravity once you get experience with parking maneuvering and cornering you're going to feel right at home in one yeah definitely and safe as well well the federal government gives the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra excellent marks five out of five stars on the front passenger in crash test and four out of five stars in the rollover tests and you know what Joe there's been very few recalls on these trucks but just to make sure check online or with a dealer and make sure that they've all been performed at no cost to you if you need a truck that gets the job done without too many bells and whistles then Auto Trader recommends the SL trim with a 5.3 L V8 yeah and if you plan on towing a horse trailer or a power boat you may want to consider the SLT crew cab with a 6 l or for a little extra luxury the Denali with a 6.2 L V8 I'm Don Hayes and I'm jool Lo jitsy thanks for watching autot Traders used truck review of the 2007 to 2010 GMC Sierra right here on AutoTrader the ultimate Automotive Marketplace\n"