At a Glance
The new 2021 GMC Sierra blends durability and practicality in a seamless package. Completely re-thought with a plethora of add-ons and options, it won’t be hard to turn your dream truck into a reality. Features like best-in-class crew cab head and leg room, more cargo bed volume than any competitor, and an available 6.2L V8 gas engine or 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel engine means that you can get all the same power you expect from a GMC, without sacrificing fuel efficiency or comfort.
Exterior:
The 2021 GMC Sierra is top of the line when it comes to GMC design and innovations. It boasts impressive proportions, a taller stance and that classic GMC front end. All this creates a design that mirrors the innovative technologies and powerful engines inside.
- Standard monochromatic exterior with black grille and body colour surround
- Vertical recovery hooks
- Standard 20” black wheels
- LED cargo box lighting
- Available X31 Off-Road package with integrated dual exhaust and all-terrain tires
- Each Sierra comes equipped with an impressive array of standard and available head-turning wheels
- Available world’s first Six-Function GMC MultiPro Tailgate
Interior:
The 2021 Sierra comes with a newly thought-out interior designed to heighten one’s driving experience with purposeful technology, thoughtfully placed controls, innovative storage and relaxed seating that makes any ride a comfortable one.
Outside, the 2021 Sierra has a tall commanding stance, but inside, the larger proportions give the added confidence of sitting up high and the added comfort of class leading head and leg room. The large cabin of the Sierra 1500 is engineered to keep the noise of the road out by using sound-absorbing technology in the dash and carpet to create a surprisingly quiet ride. Other features include:
- Available leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Class leading crew cab front head and leg room
- Purposeful interior lighting
- Driver-centric controls and buttons
- Ample rear seating room with available heated rear seats
- 10-way power-adjustable front seats that are heated and ventilated
- Jet Black and Dark Walnut/Slate interiors
- Heated steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Keyless open and remote start
- Available rear seatback storage
- Available under seat storage
- Available wireless charging
- Available Bose premium sound system
- USB connection
Safety:
The Sierra 1500 provides a level of technology that is reminiscent of today’s most cutting-edge vehicles. This is then complemented by the most advanced trailering innovations to date. Finish it off with seamless smartphone integration, driver-centric alerts and much more to help you feel in control of your day.
- Available 15 camera views with available HD Surround Vision
- Available rear camera mirror lets you use the traditional rear-view mirror or rear-view camera mirror display that provides a wider/ less obstructed view
- Available first in class 15” diagonal heads-up display that includes: speed, tachometer, audio, navigation, low-fuel warning, phone, safety alerts, off-road inclinometer
- Available in-vehicle trailering app and smart trailer integration
- Enhanced trailering assist features that include bed view with zoom and hitch guidance
- Available jack-knife alert and rear side view
- Available adaptive cruise control that can automatically maintains a driver-selected gap time from the detected vehicle in front
- Available front and rear park assist
- Available automatic emergency braking
- Available safety alert seat that uses vibration to alert driver
- Available Intellibeam® auto high beams
Technology:
- Available Amazon Alexa built-in
- Available built-in 4G LTE WI-FI hotspot
- Apple Carplay® compatibility
- Android Auto® compatibility
- Available GMC infotainment system with navigation
- Available 8” digital driver information centre
- Available SiriusXM 360
- Teen Driver settings that helps encourage safe driving habits by allowing parents to set limits on certain features and automatically activate certain safety features.
Performance:
The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is GMC’s pinnacle of performance and capability. it features powerful engines, new technologies, premium features, and well-purposed designs that give you the confidence you need to go anywhere.
Find the Sierra 1500 that suits your needs. Available engines include:
- 2.7L Turbo 4 cylinder engine
- 5.3L EcoTec®3 V8 engine
- 6.2L EcoTec®3 V8 engine
- Duramax® 3.0L Turbo Diesel I6 engine
No matter the engine you choose to power your Sierra 1500, you can expect class leading innovations that produce more power with better efficiency.
- Available 2-speed AutoTrac transfer case with an active automatic 4WD setting that provides seamless shifting between two- and four-wheel drive based on road conditions
- Traction Select System adjusts Sierra’s transmission shift points, throttle mapping and StabiliTrak®
- Dynamic Fuel Management System – included with the 5.3L V8 and 6.2L V8, the system allows the engine to operate in 17 different patterns between 2 and 8 cylinders
- 10-speed Automatic Transmission – included with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine or Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I6 engine, features closer gear spacing that allows the engine to operate in an optimal range at all times
Diesel Technology
- Inline-6 engine paired with a 10-speed transmission
- Best-in-class 277 HP
- 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- Ranked on the 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list
- Excellent off-road performance
- Integrated diesel exhaust brake
- Active thermal management helps the engine warm up quickly and maintain an optimal temperature for performance and efficiency
- Once warmed, system will pinpoint temperature levels at different points on the engine to help give optimum combustion
- Uses three-actuator rotary valve system to distribute coolant through the engine more effectively
- Start/stop technology and an engine block made of lightweight cast aluminum alloy to help minimize fuel consumption
Birchwood Chevrolet Buick GMC put together this video that does a great job of explaining some of the performance features that make this year’s Silverado so impressive. The Silverado features the same engine options as the GMC Sierra. Check it out here:
The new 2021 GMC Sierra combines power, versatility and an impressive slew of options that allow you to have your dream truck right out of the box. For more detailed information visit GMC Canada’s website to view all options and price points.
https://www.gmccanada.ca/en/trucks/sierra-1500
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