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GMC Sierra 1500

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Price $26,395 – $56,740 Payments

Fuel consumption 9.5 – 17.4 L/100km

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Like all North American manufacturers’ pickups, the GMC Sierra is offered in several configurations. Four engines, two transmissions, two powertrains (rear-wheel drive and 4x4), three box lengths and three cab styles. There’s even a hybrid model! Not to mention the numerous options. By the way, the hybrid is no gimmick – the dual-mode helps save several litres of gas. If you want more luxury, consider the Denali versions.

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Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada: Toyota RAV4 is New No. 1

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …November 18, 2025

These Are the 10 Most VIN-Cloned Vehicles in Canada According to Carfax

Used car buyers, beware: more and more cases of VIN fraud are being reported across Canada. This is when someone illegally changes the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of a vehicle to hide its true history, often to sell stolen vehicles without detection. More specifically, this type of fraud happens when …September 11, 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles in Canada, First Half of 2025

As we reported last week, new vehicle sales in Canada increased by 6.4 percent in the second quarter and by 4.3 percent during the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year, according to figures compiled by Automotive News Research & Data Center. A total of 958,442 vehicles were …July 22, 2025

Top 10 Least Fuel-Efficient Vehicles in 2025

Alongside electric powertrains, many automakers are still working to optimize the performance and efficiency of their combustion engines. On the other hand, some keep launching outrageous gas guzzlers that are every environmentalist’s nightmare. After compiling a list of the most fuel-efficient cars and most fuel-efficient SUVs on the market, we’ll …March 29, 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles in Canada in 2024

Following a boost of nearly 12 percent in 2023 (the largest annual increase since 1997), new light-duty vehicle sales in Canada rose 8.2 percent in 2024 to 1.86 million units, according to Automotive News Data Center. Declining interest rates are helping make up for prices that keep getting higher and …January 10, 2025

Top 10 Best Pickups for Towing

Need a vehicle to tow a big trailer or boat, or maybe do serious work around the house, the farm or the jobsite? A full-size pickup is the most logical option, but not all of them are created equal, of course. Below are the top 10 trucks with the highest …November 9, 2024

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2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate: Heir to the Escalade EXT

Full-size pickups remain extremely popular despite their poor fuel economy ratings. In fact, they’ve increased their market share in North America as manufacturers keep prioritizing these highly profitable vehicles. It’s no surprise, then, that some pickups have become genuine luxury products. They’re not just for work anymore. King Ranch, Denali, …September 8, 2023

Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Pickups in 2023

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GMC Sierra 1500 AT4, AT4X, AT4X AEV: What’s the Difference?

German automakers are experts at using alphanumeric monikers for their vehicles, but GMC is pretty good, too, at least when it comes to its full-size pickup and best-selling product. The Sierra 1500 is currently available in three different models aimed at off-road driving enthusiasts and customers seeking a more rugged …June 16, 2023

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Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada: Toyota RAV4 is New No. 1

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …November 18, 2025

These Are the 10 Most VIN-Cloned Vehicles in Canada According to Carfax

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GM, Volvo to Ramp Up High-Volume, Gas-Powered Vehicle Production in U.S.

Fizzling demand for electric vehicles combined with the issue of tariffs continues to force automakers to revise their plans. General Motors and Volvo are now providing further examples. The former will use its Orion, Michigan assembly plant to build Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickups as well as …July 16, 2025

GM Canada Recalls 41,000 Pickups for Tailgate That Could Accidentally Open

General Motors has to recall 41,000 pickup trucks in Canada. Specifically, the affected models include the 2023-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 . It’s a problem we’ve heard about before. Water could leak into the exterior tailgate switch and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open unexpectedly while …June 30, 2025

GM’s Next-Gen V8 Engines Benefit From Another Huge Investment

While pushing electrification, General Motors is also working on a new generation of V8 engines—the sixth—mainly for full-size pickups and SUVs. After announcing an investment of $854 million USD in January 2023, the automaker is now committing another $888 million to boost production. All that money will go to the …May 28, 2025

GM Recalls Trucks, SUVs With 6.2L V8 That May Lose Power or Fail

General Motors has announced a safety recall on full-size SUVs and pickups equipped with the automaker’s 6.2-litre V8. This follows a series of complaints, engine replacements, class actions and investigations. As we reported in January, nearly 900,000 vehicles in the U.S. were under the microscope of the National Highway Traffic …April 28, 2025

The Best Full-Size Pickups in 2025

Looking at all the full-size pickups on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . This is a market segment that continues to prove immensely popular in Canada. While some people use these trucks as work tools, …April 28, 2025

All the Vehicles Built in Canada and Mexico That Are Sold in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump's 25-percent tariff on all foreign-made automobiles and parts has now come into effect. Vehicles from Canada and Mexico that meet CUSMA's trade rules will be hit by the tariff only on the non-American content. But make no mistake: this will result in significant price hikes all …April 3, 2025

V8 Issues Leading to Probe on Nearly 900,000 GM SUVs, Trucks in U.S.

Full-size SUVs and pickups from General Motors are facing additional scrutiny in the U.S. where the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has just launched a preliminary investigation of nearly 900,000 units equipped with the 6.2-litre L87 V8. Affected models include the 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra , as …January 20, 2025

Watch Out for Rear Wheels That May Lock Up While Driving, GM Warns

Full-size pickups and SUVs from General Motors are being hit with a new recall because their rear wheels may lock up suddenly and could cause a loss of control while driving. More specifically, affected models include the 2021 Cadillac Escalade , 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Silverado HD , 2021 …November 1, 2024

38,000 GM Vehicles Recalled in Canada Over Braking Issue

General Motors has announced a safety recall on more than 38,000 vehicles in Canada due to an electronic issue that involves the braking system. In some cases, if the brake fluid level drops below the minimum threshold, a software problem could cause the warning lamp not to turn on. The …September 20, 2024

The Best Full-Size Pickups in 2024

Four of the five best-selling vehicles in Canada are full-size pickups, as always led by the Ford F-150. They’re not just for work, of course—all of them offer a large selection of models including some pretty high-tech and luxurious ones, not to mention serious off-road machines. Which ones should Canadian …May 6, 2024

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2022 GMC Sierra : first images

First rolling shots of the 2022 GMC Sierra.

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2015 GMC Sierra takes on motocross

While the GMC Sierra may not seem like a perfect fit for downtown Toronto, that was the starting point for a bit of a unique adventure for Motoring TV. With the keys to a 2015 GMC Sierra in hand, some of Motoring TV's young guns journeyed north to have a …

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Airbag
February 5, 2021
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December 2, 2020
Fuel Supply
October 20, 2017
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June 15, 2016
Electrical
July 3, 2014
Steering
June 28, 2011
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December 17, 2010

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