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Pricing Information MSRP: $48,610 Invoice: $45,207 Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 6.2L V8 Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic Cylinders: 8 Horsepower @RPM: 403@5700 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 12/18 Combined Fuel Economy: 14 EPA Class: Standard 4 Wheel Drive Pickup Number of Valves: 16 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Flexible Fuel Vehicle / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 10.5:1 Displacement: 6162/376 Bore X Stroke: 4.06×3.62 Cruising Range: 364 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 13.3 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: Overhead Valve Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/A Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A Standard Features Anti-Theft & Locks OnStar(R) Remote Ignition Block Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and...

Diversity defines the Sierra HD lineup. There are 10 Sierra 2500HD models, eight 3500HD models and six Sierra Denali HD models. Among them are regular cab, extended cab and crew cab body styles offered in 2WD and 4WD, as well as single- and dual-rear-wheel configurations – all available with either a standard gas V-8 or the powerful Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel. 2012 GMC Sierra HD photo Along with a diverse range of models and configurations is the capability to handle just about any job Sierra HD owners can throw at their trucks. Highlights include: 2012 GMC Sierra HD photo Best-in-class towing capability of 23,000 pounds (10,432 kg) Best-in-class conventional-hitch trailering capacity of 18,000 pounds (8.164 kg) – available fourth-quarter 2011 Best-in-class maximum payload of 7,215 pounds (3,272 kg) Fully-boxed, high-strength-steel frames 6.6L Duramax diesel delivers 397 horsepower (296 kW) and 765 lb.-ft. of torque (1,037 Nm), as well as B20 biodiesel capabilit...

GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid is the only hybrid in the full-size pickup segment, delivering an estimated 23 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in the city (2WD and 4WD models). Compared with non-hybrid models, that's 33 percent greater city fuel economy and a 23.5-percent improvement in overall fuel economy. 2012 GMC Sierra Hybrid photo - Sierra Hybrid achieves its efficiency without compromising the capability customers expect in a full-size truck – including up to a 6,100-pound (2,767 kg) trailering capacity. 2012 GMC Sierra Hybrid photo Power for the Sierra Hybrid comes from General Motors’ patented two-mode hybrid system and a powerful 6.0L gas V-8, which combine to deliver all-electric driving up to 30 mph (48 km/h). The system saves fuel using electric propulsion, even when towing a trailer. 2012 GMC Sierra Hybrid photo The Sierra Hybrid is offered in the crew cab body style on both 2WD and 4WD models, with 3HA and 3HB trim levels. All models are equipped with StabiliTrak...