Insight Into the GMC Sierra 2500 for 2002
Often you will find that buyers of the GMC Sierra 2500 are very enthusiastic about their new truck. The Sierra 2500 has held a place among the top of the Sierra 2500 line of truck for more than a decade. GMC has reason to be proud; the GMC Sierra 2500 comes under the heading of cab & chassis models that are suitable for families.
GMC Sierra 2500 Engine Specs: The Sierra 2500 Base comes outfitted with a Vortec 6.0 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is teamed up with a Hydra-Matic 4-speed transmission. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for GMC.
The 2002 Sierra 2500’s normal fuel system runs on bi-fuel. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection (MFI) style of design. The fuel tank holds 12 gallons.
The Sierra 2500 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
The dimensions of the Sierra 2500 Base are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
Cost is always a factor when looking at a truck. The GMC Sierra 2500 lists at an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the truck was an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry standard price for a 2-door cab & chassis.
The Sierra 2500 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a bi-fuel-powered green truck, this was subpar.
In 2001 and 2002 the Sierra 2500 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
The standard warranty period for the Sierra 2500 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the cab & chassis market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
Considering all factors the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 Base was a rowsing. GMC responded to critisims about the 2001 Sierra 2500 and made drastic changes. The result is better than the sum of its parts. Look for more from GMC along these lines in the future.