What are the changes to the 2013 GMC Sierra?

What are the changes to the 2013 GMC Sierra?

Changes to the 2013 GMC Sierra half-ton are limited to two new exterior colors and the addition of powertrain grade-braking that uses transmission downshifting to ease stress and temperature build-up on the brake rotors.

What makes a GMC Sierra a good car?

Ample power and a civilized ride are two of the 2013 GMC Sierra’s most welcome attributes. The Sierra’s rigid chassis and tight panel fitment are made possible by the fully-boxed ladder frame, while the coil-over-shock front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering provide a level of control uncommon in such a high-center-of-gravity vehicle.

Is the GMC Sierra a Chevy Silverado clone?

On the surface, GMC’s Sierra half-ton pickup for 2013 may look like a Chevy Silverado clone, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find some subtle and some not-so-subtle differences. The Sierra’s engines, transmissions and body configurations are the same, as are the specifications for power, fuel economy and towing.

What kind of suspension system does GMC Sierra have?

The 2013 GMC Sierra offers five distinct suspension systems, each tailored to suit specific driving requirements. They include Z83 for a solid, smooth ride; Z85 for enhanced handling and trailer towing; Z71 for enhanced off-road capability; Z60 for street performance with 20-inch wheels; and NHT for maximum towing capacity.

Which is better a GMC Sierra or a hybrid?

The Sierra Hybrid is a half-ton pickup that achieves better overall fuel economy than a gas-powered Sierra, but it can still pull a 6,100-pound trailer. Available exclusively in the crew-cab body style, the Sierra Hybrid is expected to use one-quarter less gas than a regular Sierra.

What’s the price of a new GMC Sierra?

No confounding voice controls, no finicky quasi-functional touch-sensitive panels. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have auto-up windows, Bluetooth audio streaming or tilt/telescoping steering wheel, but such are the trade-offs. The price starts at a well-equipped $49,630, including a $995 destination charge.