Overview & Reviews
For the 2009 GMC Sierra 1500, non-Denali versions get a new V8 option (a 6.2-liter powerhouse with 403 horsepower), a new six-speed automatic transmission and a number of new options, including Bluetooth, XM traffic reporting and a back-up camera option that doesn't require the optional navigation system. Additionally, option packages are shuffled and an "XFE" (extra fuel economy) package for the crew cab debuts.
- Refined and quiet ride, pleasing fit and finish inside, seats are comfortable for long drives, comprehensive list of safety equipment.
- Larger turning circle than most rivals, mediocre interior storage and cupholders.
User Reviews:
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very happy owner - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By loco - June 14 - 1:16 amlove driving this truck my last one a 1990 l owned 20 years 400 thousand miles no problems. this one is like driving a caddy. smoth quiet peppy. i work for a large factory which buys ford trucks of witch i drive every day. they are like driving a modle t. the gmc has sooomuch more class ! they are alwas working on the fords. not one problem on the gmc. i was a auto mech for 20 years before i went to factory work and know that if you take care of your auto they last, by the refinement they have installed this truck it should last a life time! i have never been happier with a truck. the only drawback is gas mileage in town, its no better than my old truck; open road mileage is verry good.
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2009 Sierra - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Cliff - February 21 - 7:10 amIve had the truck for just about one month. At one month, every other vehicle that Ive owned has had at least one little problem or there was at least one little thing about it that I didnt like. I havent had any problems nor have I found any thing I dont like with the Sierra. It is comfortable and fun to drive. I did a mileage check that came out at 19 MPG. I drive 70% highway and 30% city. At highway speed (60MPH), it is so quiet that I dont need to turn up the stereo. The average load in the bed is 500 to 700 pounds and with that load the truck handles very well.
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Was expecting perfection, so far from it - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Truckguy101 - August 23 - 10:00 ami will say that I enjoy driving the truck when its not at the dealer with issues. has a real nice sound, but the 4 speed transmission makes an alarming jerky upshift at about 30 kph. horribly unreliable. definitely a money pit. the dealer really doesnt care and screws me over by saying they didnt find anything and charge me $70 labor every time. trucks left me stranded more times than necessary. had it in for dead battery every morning and the truck has been in for the cylinder deactivation system not kicking back to 8 cylinders when needed. auto rear locking differential wouldnt unlock. overall, shouldve done my research and paid a bit more for a Ford.
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Love My GMC - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Johnnyz - June 12 - 12:53 amI purchased a my 2009 GMC Sierra Quad Cab Z71 4x4 with the 5.3L and SLE2 pkg. on January 2, 2009. I did have some issues with the brakes (high spots on rotors and drums) when first purchased but those have been resolved. The reason why I purchased the truck was to consolidate; traded in a S10 and Nissan Xterra for a 4 door pickup b/c twins were on the way. This is the first year of the 6 speed auto so it still needs some refinement. Love the gas mileage but cant wait until they put out a pickup with a smaller diesel engine. Handling and torque are excellent.
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I hate my Truck - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Who Cares GM Doesnt - May 27 - 1:56 pmThe fuel sloshes in the tank, the brakes squeak, the trans clunk and thumps, service people are incompetent and have the same old worthless GM attitude, cab is too narrow.
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09 SIERRA GREAT TRUCK / VALUE - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By SHAFE-2 - January 9 - 11:56 pmI replaced a full sized car and older weekender work p/u truck with this 1 vehicle. My daily highway commute is a joy. I had delayed this purchase for 2 years. Rebates, program discount and cash4clunkers made this too good to ignore. I am so glad I purchased this truck as it has more than exceeded my expectations. Solid, comfortable ride. Dual pwr buckets, large console, 60/40 rear flipup seats, give this cabin tons of room for extras and very spacious. 3 to 4 people are comfortable on short trips. I enjoy the trailering package, backup sensor, full open rear doors, large trailering mirrors. Dealer replaced a deformed drivers door molding, but still experience excessive wind noise
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UH OH- did they do this to all GMCs? - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Kevin UPDATE - September 30 - 8:46 pmOk guys, this is my update. I sold my 09 gmc after owning it for 8 months. When I did, it had 17 service records! The clunk and hard shift you have on the transmission was due to a part installed backwards! I had the sounds of rocks in the rolling wheels at slow speeds, and sloshing gasoline sounds when pulling out of the driveway. I was at the dealership so many times I got to know the staff! For appearance sake, the truck was gorgeous, but mechanically, it grew very old very fast. I spoke to a friend who bought a silverado, and he had the same transmission problems. So lets hope theyve fixed it by now! Im buying a Ford next! I didnt even look at them before I bought my gmc. Big mistake! Bad bad!
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GMC # 5 in 8 years - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Guy in Texas - July 1 - 5:23 amI have 1400 miles on my new truck. Love it. The 5.3 w/6A is a super combo. Using the electo/manual shift button, you can chirp the (18" chrome clad) tires in 2nd gear (it hits quick!). Just traded a 2008 GMC 5.3 w/4A. 3 reasons why I traded/upgraded so quick: 1) Cloth seats collected lint, 2) Slow (20" wls) 3)Fantastic trade-in value on the 08. I have no trouble getting 20mpg highway at 75mph. If you drive it like you stole it, you cant get much worse than 15! Easily 10% better than my 08. The leather seats are great for long trips. Deep floor mats, nice touch. Added Retrax bed cover, black nerf bars & black wheel well liners for the rear wheels. Looks good with white paint.
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09 Sierra Ext 5.3L Stealth Gray - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By Eric Henson - June 14 - 11:43 pmThe dealership was great in selling me what I wanted. I looked at Dodge, Ford and Toyota and I kept going back to the Sierra. I love this truck for the look and the price.
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Great Truck !! - 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
By zero051 - May 24 - 10:16 pmThis truck has done nothing but impress me I just picked up the 2009 sierra 4wd z71 crew cab short bed. This truck is like a luxury suv but is a work truck at the same time. Great power, awesome ride pretty good on gas im getting like 16 mpg right now. Beautiful looking truck, great lines. Very pleased overall.
