2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD Review
Price Estimate:Â $2,813 - $4,695
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Roomy crew cab can carry six passengers, strong 6.0-liter V8 engine, has the highest tow rating of any half-ton pickup, innovative features.
Cons
- Spotty fit and finish, dated interior with low-grade materials.
What’s new
The heavy-duty 1500HD crew cab is back once again this year for buyers who like the size of the light-duty 1500 crew cab, but need more power and towing capacity. As on other half-ton Sierras, a power sunroof is a new option, and it includes a HomeLink universal transmitter and deluxe overhead console.
Edmunds says
A powerful drivetrain and stout underpinnings make the Sierra 1500HD (and its Silverado twin) a good option for buyers who like the size of a half-ton pickup but require extra towing capacity. If you don't plan to tow, the Nissan Titan and Dodge Ram are better overall trucks.
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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A) 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 N/A undefined in North Carolina.
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Carolina
Not EPA tested  for Sierra 1500HD SLE
Sierra 1500HD SLE
vs
$212/mo
Avg. Large Truck
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GMC Sierra 1500HD Reviews
Owner Reviews
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4.75 out of 5 starsTexasProjectTrader, 06/28/2009
2003 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
I love this truck. The only problem I had was it was hard to find. I think the Chevy/GMC 1500HD 6.0 4x4 QuadSteer was the greatest pick-up ever built. My job requires travel, & it's a dream on long trips. Plus, it's fun to run Civics & Mustangs around town! Testimonial: It pulled a 1 ton Dodge diesel towing a 65 hp tractor & implements on a gooseneck trailer, about 500 yards out of a … muddy pasture in the pouring rain. It was buried to the axles. Even when I initially freed him he still couldn't move an inch. The owner said "that 6.0 can tot the mail but" His jaw dropped when I pulled him all the way to the road. Towed a 4Runner on 20 ft. lowboy through downtown Houston with no problem.
Very Good Truck
4.63 out of 5 starsDwayne, 01/09/2006
2003 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Really enjoy the truck . The interior is very comfortable and quite. The suspension is stiff making for a rougher ride when there is no weight in the box. Took the truck on vacation this summer and averaged 18.? MPG on a 2500 mile trip, not bad for a full size truck . Performance from the 6.0 litre engine is good .. towing and passing are accomplished easily..
Great Truck
5 out of 5 starsChrish, 03/07/2003
2003 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
This truck is amazing. It has more
power and towing ability than I will
ever need. I know what brand I'm going
to stick by, I hope you all do the same.
Best truck ever!
4.88 out of 5 starsKyle, 02/01/2009
2003 GMC Sierra 1500HD 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
The seats are very comfortable, great for long trips. Could use more power and better mileage but it does have a 6 inch and 35 inch tires. Still has the power to spin the tires with ease. The truck also tows very well. Interior looks great with plenty of room being a crew cab.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500HD, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sierra 1500HD since its last redesign.
2005 Sierra 1500HD Highlights
SLE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $32,130 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Seating | 6 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Max Towing Capacity | 10,200 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Sierra 1500HD include:
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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