Getting 23 Miles a Gallon: The GMC Sierra 2500 for 2002
Several things can be said about the GMC Sierra 2500 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their truck. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
GMC Sierra 2500 Engine Specs
The restyled Sierra 2500 SLE is equipped with a 6.0-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a Hydra-Matic four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2001 version.
The fuel system for the 2002 Sierra 2500 is a traditional SFI, running on BI-FUEL fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Sierra 2500 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.
Vehicle Statistics
of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the Sierra 2500 SLE are inches long by inches wide.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-low price when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Cab & Chassis.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the GMC Sierra 2500. This is standard for the price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The Sierra 2500 SLE received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a bi-fuel-powered green truck, this was exceptional.
What We Think of the GMC Sierra 2500
The 2001 model began the promise of the GMC Sierra 2500. The 2002 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers GMC hopes that the Sierra 2500 SLE will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
I’m in the market for a cab & chassis next year when my lease is up. Should I buy one of these GMCs or hold out for next year’s Sierra 2500?