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Sierra Safety Features

  • Five-Star Crash-Test Rating

    Crash-Test Rating

    Highest possible Front and Side impact safety rating (2008 Sierra 1500 models)†

    †Five-star rating is for the driver and front passenger seating positions in the frontal crash test and for the front and rear seating positions in the side-impact crash test. Side-impact crash test rating is for models tested with and without optional Head Curtain side-impact air bags (SABs). Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).

  • Experience OnStar

    Experience OnStar

    One year of Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Automatic Airbag Deployment Response, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Voice-Activated Calling, Accident Assist, and Remote Horn and Lights.††

    Click for demo

    ††OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 model year and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. OnStar Hands-free Calling requires a Hands-Free Calling enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract and prepaid minutes or enrollment in a shared minutes plan. Not available in certain markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. Diagnostic services vary on GMC Sierra diesel. For details, call 1.888.4ONSTAR (1.888.466.7827). Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions.

  • 360º Degrees of Protection

    360º degrees of protection.

    As safe as it is strong, Sierra offers air bag protection for you and your passengers.**

    • Standard dual-stage driver air bags
    • Standard front-passenger air bags
    • Available head curtain side air bags

    **Always use safety belts and the correct child restraint for your child's age and size. Even with air bags, children are always safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. See the Owner’s Manual for more safety information.

  • Tire Pressure Monitoring

    Tire Pressure Monitoring.

    The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of your vehicle's tires by illuminating the (low tire pressure) warning light on the instrument panel. The low-tire-pressure warning light will remain on until you correct the tire pressure.***

    ***Does not apply to spare tire.

  • Boxed Frame

    Boxed frame

    Boxed from front to spare tire area, the new frame is stiff in beam and torsional strength for a smooth, safe ride.

  • StabiliTrak Stability Control System

    StabiliTrak Stability Control System.

    StabiliTrak compares steering input with vehicle response and adjusts when needed to help you keep on track and provide added safety.


    When the vehicle is not adequately responding to steering input, StabiliTrak applies brake pressure to any individual wheel and may adjust engine speed to help you keep the vehicle on track and reduce the risk of vehicle rollover.§§

  • Experience OnStar

    Experience OnStar

    One year of Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Automatic Airbag Deployment Response, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Voice-Activated Calling, Accident Assist, and Remote Horn and Lights.††

    Click for demo

    ††OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 model year and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. OnStar Hands-free Calling requires a Hands-Free Calling enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract and prepaid minutes or enrollment in a shared minutes plan. Not available in certain markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. Diagnostic services vary on GMC Sierra diesel. For details, call 1.888.4ONSTAR (1.888.466.7827). Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions.

  • 360º Degrees of Protection

    360º degrees of protection.

    As safe as it is strong, Sierra offers air bag protection for you and your passengers.**

    • Standard dual-stage driver air bags
    • Standard front-passenger air bags
    • Seat belt pretensioners

    **Always use safety belts and the correct child restraint for your child's age and size. Even with air bags, children are always safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. See the Owner’s Manual for more safety information.

  • Tire Pressure Monitoring

    Tire Pressure Monitoring.

    The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of your vehicle's tires by illuminating the (low tire pressure) warning light on the instrument panel. The low-tire-pressure warning light will remain on until you correct the tire pressure.***

    ***Does not apply to spare tire.

  • Experience OnStar

    Experience OnStar

    One year of Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Automatic Airbag Deployment Response, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Voice-Activated Calling, Accident Assist, and Remote Horn and Lights.††

    Click for demo

    ††OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 model year and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. OnStar Hands-free Calling requires a Hands-Free Calling enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract and prepaid minutes or enrollment in a shared minutes plan. Not available in certain markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. Diagnostic services vary on GMC Sierra diesel. For details, call 1.888.4ONSTAR (1.888.466.7827). Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions.

  • 360º Degrees of Protection

    360º degrees of protection.

    As safe as it is strong, Sierra offers air bag protection for you and your passengers.**

    • Standard dual-stage driver air bags
    • Standard front-passenger air bags
    • Seat belt pretensioners

    **Always use safety belts and the correct child restraint for your child's age and size. Even with air bags, children are always safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. See the Owner's Manual for more safety information.

  • Five-Star Crash-Test Rating

    Crash-Test Rating

    Highest possible Front impact safety rating (2007 & 2008 models)§

    §A five-star rating is the highest possible government safety rating for driver and passenger seating positions in frontal-impact tests. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).

  • Experience OnStar

    Experience OnStar

    One year of Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Automatic Airbag Deployment Response, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Voice-Activated Calling, Accident Assist, and Remote Horn and Lights.††

    Click for demo

    ††OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 model year and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. OnStar Hands-free Calling requires a Hands-Free Calling enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract and prepaid minutes or enrollment in a shared minutes plan. Not available in certain markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. Diagnostic services vary on GMC Sierra diesel. For details, call 1.888.4ONSTAR (1.888.466.7827).Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions.

  • 360º Degrees of Protection

    360º degrees of protection.

    As safe as it is strong, Sierra offers air bag protection for you and your passengers.**

    • Standard dual-stage driver air bags
    • Standard front-passenger air bags
    • Standard head curtain side air bags

    **Always use safety belts and the correct child restraint for your child's age and size. Even with air bags, children are always safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. See the Owner's Manual for more safety information.

  • Standard Dual-Stage Frontal Air Bags

    Standard Dual-Stage Frontal Air Bags.

    These passenger-sensing bags determine the severity of a crash, decide if the air bags should be deployed, and whether a full or less-than-full amount of inflation be used.**

    **Always use safety belts and correct child restraint for your child's age and size, even with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active air bag. See the owner's manual for more safety information.

  • StabiliTrak Stability Control System

    StabiliTrak Stability Control System.

    StabiliTrak compares steering input with vehicle response and adjusts when needed to help you keep on track and provide added safety.


    When the vehicle is not adequately responding to steering input, StabiliTrak applies brake pressure to any individual wheel and may adjust engine speed to help you keep the vehicle on track and reduce the risk of vehicle rollover.§§

2008 Sierra 1500 Key Features

  • 2008 Sierra All-Terrain™

    A unique package of features for off-roading.

    The Sierra All-Terrain combines features for outstanding off-road handing with a refined, comfortable interior.


    Explore the Sierra All-Terrain
  • Active Fuel Management

    Use less engine power during steady-state cruising without sacrificing acceleration and passing power.

    Active Fuel Management technology uses only 4 cylinders in less demanding driving conditions while seamlessly shifting to 8 cylinders when necessary.
  • Experience OnStar

    Get one year of OnStar Safe & Sound Coverage.†

    Enjoy the world's most comprehensive in-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system.†


    Click for demo
  • 360º Approach to Protection

    Protection before, during, and after a collision.

    The Sierra was designed with the objective of providing features to help protect you from every angle, and at every stage of the safety scenario: Before, during, and after a collision.

  • StabiliTrak Traction Control System

    StabiliTrak compares steering input with vehicle response and adjusts when needed to help you keep on track and provide added safety.

    When the vehicle is not adequately responding to steering input, StabiliTrak applies brake pressure to any individual wheel and may adjust engine speed to help you keep the vehicle on track and reduce the risk of vehicle rollover.

  • The GMC Warranty

    Get the confidence that comes with 100,000 miles/5 years of powertrain warranty coverage.††

    Now standard on most 2008 GMC models: The 100,000-mile/5-year GMC Powertrain Limited Warranty, plus Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation.††


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Exterior

SIERRA 1500

WE EXAMINED EVERYTHING AND OVERLOOKED NOTHING

Exclusive Leather Seating

Optimum seat comfort with outstanding back support, especially for those long road trips. The Sierra All-Terrain has two exclusive interior colors to choose from.

- Available two-tone Ebony/Light Titanium
- Available two-tone Ebony/Morocco
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EXTERIOR REFINEMENT

Unique and stylish features separate the Sierra All-Terrain from other Sierra models as well as everything else on the road. Or off.
- 18" chrome wheels
- Chrome 4-bar grille
- Body-color door handles, mirror caps, and side moldings with
      chrome inserts
- Customized "Sierra" sill plates
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Z71 Off-Road Package

The Z71 Off-Road Package has long been the top option for serious Sierra buyers. Now all its features come standard with the Sierra All-Terrain.
- Eaton® automatic locking rear differential
- Z71 suspension
- Skid plates
- High-capacity air cleaner
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RANCHO® SHOCK ABSORBERS

Rancho® shock absorbers are designed specifically for the needs of hard-working trucks and SUVs. With extended travel and high-volume fluid chambers, they're built for big vehicles by people who know big vehicles.
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Build Your Sierra 1500
  • Regular Cab, Standard Box
    2 Door, 2-3 Passengers, Box Length: 78.7 in
    Tow up to 8,900 lbs, Payload up to 1,947 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle
  • Regular Cab, Long Box
    2-Door, 2-3 Passengers, Box Length 97.6 in.
    Tow up to 8,900 lbs, Payload up to 1,806 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle
  • Extended Cab, Standard Box
    4-Door, 3-5 Passengers, Box Length 78.7 in.
    Tow up to 8,500 lbs, Payload up to 1,734 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle
  • Extended Cab, Short Box
    4-Door, 3-5 Passengers, Box Length 69.3 in.
    Tow up to 8,500 lbs, Payload up to 1,574 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle
  • Extended Cab, Long Box
    4-Door, 3-5 Passengers, Box Length 97.6 in.
    Tow up to 8,400 lbs, Payload up to 1,682 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle
  • Crew Cab, Short Box
    4-Door, 5 Passengers, Box Length 69.3 in.
    Tow up to 8,500 lbs, Payload up to 1,674 lbs
    • Rear two wheels always power the vehicle
    • Ability for all four wheels to power the vehicle

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* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment extra.
** Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information. Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in an appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.
*** Does not apply to spare tire.
**** Standard on all LD Crew Cab models. Available on Extended Cab models.
Five-star ratings are for the front and rear seating positions in the side-impact crash test. Side-impact crash test rating is for a model tested with standard Head Curtain side-impact air bags (SABs). Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
†† OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 model year and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. OnStar Hands-free Calling requires a Hands-Free Calling enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract and prepaid minutes or enrollment in a shared minutes plan. Not available in certain markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. Diagnostic services vary on GMC Sierra diesel. For details, call 1.888.4ONSTAR (1.888.466.7827). Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions. Turn-by-Turn Navigation not available in certain areas. Calls to Virtual Advisor are charged in the same manner and at the same rate as calls using OnStar Hands-Free Calling. Note: The America's Choice® Plan With OnStar® is not compatible with Virtual Advisor except on new, model-year 2005 and 2006 Cadillac vehicles. OnStar Hands-Free Calling-enabled vehicle, existing OnStar service contract, and prepaid calling minutes required. Available in most markets. OnStar voice recognition system may not work with some voices. Traffic service available in most major markets.
§ A five-star rating is the highest possible government safety rating for driver and passenger seating positions in frontal-impact tests. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?s (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
§§ Standard on all LD Crew Cab models. Available on Extended Cab models.