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2007 GMC Sierra Classic 1500 Pickup
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What’s New?
As the traditional-style Sierra—re-labeled Sierra Classic for 2007—enters its last year of production, there are no substantial changes. The Classic design, which dates back to the late 1990s, will sell alongside the totally-redesigned Sierra line for the 2007 model year.
Overview
Although it is ceasing production to pave the way for the new-and-improved line of Sierra full-size pickups, the Sierra Classic is based on the popular line of trucks that proved to be GMC’s volume leader last year. A full line of Sierra Classics is offered in Regular, Extended, and Crew Cab body styles with short, standard, and long cargo boxes. Classic models include the half-ton 1500 (there’s also a heavy-duty version of the 1500) in several trim levels and a unique high-end Denali model. While the 1500 is available in two- and 4-wheel-drive versions, the Denali exclusively offers full-time all-wheel drive. The Denali model also offers numerous unique interior and exterior treatments and up-level amenities. GMC also offers a Sierra 1500 Hybrid Classic that the manufacturer says delivers a 10 percent fuel savings by automatically stopping and restarting the engine under certain conditions. Rather than using a conventional starter motor and alternator, the hybrid truck uses an electric starter generator to conserve fuel and also power four 120-volt household plug-in outlets for operating accessories.
GMC offers a host of engines for the Sierra Classic series. Available in the 1500 are a 4.3-liter V-6; a 4.8-liter V-8; three 5.3-liter V-8s—including an E85-capable FlexFuel version; and a 6.0-liter V-8. Horsepower ratings range from 195 to 345. The Denali offers only the 345-hp 6.0-liter, while the Hybrid utilizes a 295-hp 5.3-liter. Select Sierra Classic 1500 models can also be equipped with a VortecMAX Performance Package. This package includes the high-output Vortec 6.0-liter engine that produces 380 lb.-ft. of torque, a heavy-duty trailering package, a 9.5-inch rear axle, an automatic-locking differential, 17-inch wheels, and special badging. So equipped, the Sierra Classic 1500 can tow up to 10,400 pounds.
The Competition
The GMC Sierra Classic competes in the Large Pickup segment, which consists of seven models. Buyers in this segment look for performance, comfort, and reliability, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Avoider StudySM and the Escaped Shopper Study.SM
The top sellers in the segment during calendar year 2006, according to the J.D. Power and Associates Sales Report,SM were the Ford F-Series (764,198 units sold, including Super Duty models), Chevrolet Silverado (636,069, including Heavy Duty, classic, and Classic HD models), and Dodge Ram Pickup (364,177, including Heavy Duty models). The GMC Sierra Classic sold 210,736 units (including light- and heavy-duty models) in 2006, a decrease of 8.2 percent compared to the previous year. Other models offered in the Large Pickup segment include the Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan, and Chevrolet Avalanche .
As the traditional-style Sierra—re-labeled Sierra Classic for 2007—enters its last year of production, there are no substantial changes. The Classic design, which dates back to the late 1990s, will sell alongside the totally-redesigned Sierra line for the 2007 model year.
Overview
Although it is ceasing production to pave the way for the new-and-improved line of Sierra full-size pickups, the Sierra Classic is based on the popular line of trucks that proved to be GMC’s volume leader last year. A full line of Sierra Classics is offered in Regular, Extended, and Crew Cab body styles with short, standard, and long cargo boxes. Classic models include the half-ton 1500 (there’s also a heavy-duty version of the 1500) in several trim levels and a unique high-end Denali model. While the 1500 is available in two- and 4-wheel-drive versions, the Denali exclusively offers full-time all-wheel drive. The Denali model also offers numerous unique interior and exterior treatments and up-level amenities. GMC also offers a Sierra 1500 Hybrid Classic that the manufacturer says delivers a 10 percent fuel savings by automatically stopping and restarting the engine under certain conditions. Rather than using a conventional starter motor and alternator, the hybrid truck uses an electric starter generator to conserve fuel and also power four 120-volt household plug-in outlets for operating accessories.
GMC offers a host of engines for the Sierra Classic series. Available in the 1500 are a 4.3-liter V-6; a 4.8-liter V-8; three 5.3-liter V-8s—including an E85-capable FlexFuel version; and a 6.0-liter V-8. Horsepower ratings range from 195 to 345. The Denali offers only the 345-hp 6.0-liter, while the Hybrid utilizes a 295-hp 5.3-liter. Select Sierra Classic 1500 models can also be equipped with a VortecMAX Performance Package. This package includes the high-output Vortec 6.0-liter engine that produces 380 lb.-ft. of torque, a heavy-duty trailering package, a 9.5-inch rear axle, an automatic-locking differential, 17-inch wheels, and special badging. So equipped, the Sierra Classic 1500 can tow up to 10,400 pounds.
The Competition
The GMC Sierra Classic competes in the Large Pickup segment, which consists of seven models. Buyers in this segment look for performance, comfort, and reliability, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Avoider StudySM and the Escaped Shopper Study.SM
The top sellers in the segment during calendar year 2006, according to the J.D. Power and Associates Sales Report,SM were the Ford F-Series (764,198 units sold, including Super Duty models), Chevrolet Silverado (636,069, including Heavy Duty, classic, and Classic HD models), and Dodge Ram Pickup (364,177, including Heavy Duty models). The GMC Sierra Classic sold 210,736 units (including light- and heavy-duty models) in 2006, a decrease of 8.2 percent compared to the previous year. Other models offered in the Large Pickup segment include the Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan, and Chevrolet Avalanche .
