Truck of the Year for 2002: The GMC Sierra 1500 SLT
When you think of the “GMC Sierra 1500″ what will usually come to mind for GMC enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The Sierra 1500 has been one of the premier vehicles of the GMC line for over ten years. It is an important truck and the 2002 model is no exception. The GMC Sierra 1500 falls into the extended cab pickup for the family category.
2002 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT Specs
Standard equipment in the Sierra 1500 for 2001 and 2002 includes the 5.3 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Sierra 1500.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Sierra 1500 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2002 Sierra 1500 is a SFI design, using FLEX 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.
Statistics
157.50 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 70.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 4 doors. The dimensions of the Sierra 1500 SLT are 246.60 inches long by 78.50 inches wide.
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.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a truck. The GMC Sierra 1500 lists at $25,667 when new. The dealer cost on the truck was $22,459. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 4-door extended cab pickup.
MPG Ratings
The 2002 Sierra 1500 gets 19 - 20 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is subpar for a extended cab pickup truck.
In 2001 and 2002 the Sierra 1500 SLT was availble in the exterior colors of Fire Red, Indigo Blue Metallic, Onyx Black, Pewter Metallic, Polo Green Metallic, Storm Gray Metallic, and Summit White.
What We Think of the GMC Sierra 1500
There are several reasons why the GMC Sierra 1500 SLT sold well in 2002. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a GMC, specifically a Sierra 1500.