The GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid for 2005
The Sierra 1500 Hybrid is equipped with a General Motors 5.3 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for GMC.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Sierra 1500 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Sierra 1500 Hybrid are 78.50 inches wide by 249.00 inches long. It sits 70.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 157.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Sierra 1500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the extended cab pickup market.
The GMC Sierra 1500 lists at $28,405 when new. The dealer cost on the truck was $24,854.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2005 Sierra 1500 is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 34.00 gallons.
The Sierra 1500 Hybrid received an fuel efficiency rating of 15 - 16 MPG driving in the city and 19 - 21 when it came to highway driving. The electric/gas-powered Sierra 1500 is a green truck.
Parting Shots
The 2005 model year was very successful for the GMC Sierra 1500. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Hybrid version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.