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2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Overview

Price Range: $22,195 to $48,610

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More upscale than its Chevrolet Silverado sibling, the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 offers you the same power and practicality with an extra helping of class and refinement.

The Sierra 1500 is available in three different cab sizes: regular, extended, and crew-cab. The regular and extended cabs come with your option of a standard (6-foot, 6-inch) or long (8-foot) cargo bed, while the crew-cab only offers a shorter cargo bed (5-foot, 9-inch) but more interior room for passengers. Features are spread across five trim levels: Work Truck, SL, SLE, SLT, and the luxurious Denali.

Under the hood of the Sierra 1500 is one of four available engines. A 195-horsepower, 4.3-liter V-6 with 260 pounds-feet of torque is the base engine. Next is a 302-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 that produces 305 pounds-feet of torque. Two flex-fuel engines are also available: a 315-horsepower (with gas), 5.3-liter V-8 with 335 pounds-feet of torque (gas) and a 403-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8 with 417 pounds-feet of torque. Transmission options include a four- or six-speed automatic, and four-wheel drive is available. Towing capacity for the Sierra 1500 is about 9,000 pounds with one of the V-8s and an enhanced trailering package can bump that number north of 10,000 pounds.

Fuel economy ratings vary based on powertrain choices, 12-15 mpg in the city and 18-22 mpg on the highway. For a more fuel efficient option, a Sierra 1500 Hybrid is also available which is reviewed separately on this site.

Similar to the Silverado 1500, the Sierra’s trims run the gamut between functional and luxurious. The Work Truck, SL, and SLE trims offer a more work-space oriented approach with touches like large door handles that can we operated even when wearing gloves. Air conditioning, remote keyless entry, an AM/FM stereo, and cruise control are standard. The SLT trim raises the bar adding a power driver’s seat, upgraded Bose stereo, and Bluetooth® connectivity among its standard features.

If you really want luxurious trappings for your truck, then the Denali trim is surely your cup of tea. It gets unique exterior features like a chrome mesh grille that set it apart from the other trims. On the inside, the Denali adds dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated and cooled front seats, and remote start. A navigation system and a rear entertainment system are optional.

Safety features include antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability system with rollover mitigation technology, and a full suite of airbags. For safe maneuvering in tight spaces, the Sierra 1500 can also be outfitted with rear parking sensors and a backup camera. GM’s OnStar safety technologies are also optional.

As proof that you can have your cake and eat it, the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 marries luxury and practicality in a truck that both looks and plays the part.
2012 GMC Sierra 1500

2012 GMC Sierra 1500

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Uncover Rebates & Incentives

Want to keep even more money in your pocket? Find available Rebates & Incentives in your area by entering your ZIP code above.

These additional manufacturer savings programs can help you get your best deal.*

  1. Cash Rebates
  2. Low Interest Financing
  3. Special Leasing Options

Some manufacturers also provide first-time buyer, military, and other programs to target specific customer segments.

*Incentive programs are subject to change at any time by the manufacturer.

Secret 1
Consumer Incentives

Zero percent financing, employee discount, cash back, out-the-door price tags...

Most dealers work hard to offer the public competitive prices. These incentives can grab your attention, but they can also obscure the actual terms you're getting on your purchase.

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Secret 2
Finance & Insurance

Most state franchise laws prohibit manufacturers from selling cars directly to the public, so the dealer will be your middleman. But in terms of financing and insurance, you can choose a bank or the dealer directly.

How can you determine what's in your best interest?

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Secret 3
Additional Costs

Destination charges, taxes, license and title fees, advertising fees... When going to a dealership, you must ask for an explanation of any fee you don't understand. But you need to choose your battles wisely. Your local car dealer may have taken a loss or slim profit along the way, and your fighting over something like a doc fee when the deal is nearly wrapped up may be counterproductive.

In any case, there are many fees and charges in the sale process: some inevitable, others questionable. How do you tell them apart?

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Secret 4
Trade-in Value

If you currently own a car, it probably represents profit. The question is, whose profit will it be?

With few exceptions, you'll get the most money for your used car by selling it privately. That's because dealers pay wholesale prices — not retail prices — for used cars, and they sell them at retail.

Your current car's value can be used to lower the price on your new car. However, most people underestimate their used car's value when going to a dealership. How can you maximize your value?

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Secret 5
Dealer Holdback

The car manufacturer holds back a fraction of the price of all vehicles the dealership sells. Then, it returns the money to the dealership, usually on a quarterly basis.

Dealer holdback began its life as a safety net that ensured the manufacturers would have a security deposit of sorts if a dealership missed payments, and the dealerships would have money on hand to cover overhead costs when the holdback was returned.

How can you take advantage of dealer holdbacks to get the bottom line price?

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Secret 6
Dealer Incentives

Unlike consumer incentives, dealer incentives are factory-to-dealer incentives that reduce the dealer's true cost to buy the vehicle from the factory to below invoice.

Manufacturers offer these incentives on a regional basis to generate sales on specific models. These incentives are sometimes referred to as "spiffs," and they can touch off competition among dealers to move slower-selling stock.

For instance, a dealer incentive may kick in when a certain sales target is reached, with each subsequent sale resulting in a higher factory-to-dealer rebate. How can you benefit from that?

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