2004 GMC Sierra 1500 Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.57/5 Average
85 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The big news for 2004 is the addition of an all-new light-duty 1500 Crew cab model with a five-and-a-half-foot bed that replaces last year's 1500HD model. The Work truck package is now available on all Sierras, while base models get standard cruise control along with a chrome grille, wheels and bumper. Other changes include newly designed 17-inch wheels on 4WD models, the deletion of the Professional package and a Quadrasteer package that is now available without additional trailering equipment.

Pros:
  • Roomy extended- and crew cab models, strong V8 engines, innovative features.
Cons:
  • Spotty fit and finish, low-grade interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  • Quadrasteer Rocks!!! - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    I got what may be the last 2WD Quadrasteer in the contry, 700 miles from home, and worth the trip to pick it up. I hear it will be available in 4WD only in 2005. This truck is a dream to drive. It is easier to park in a crowded parking lo than the Ford Ranger I had before. I am still amazed by how tight it will turn. GMCs commercials dont do it justice. The 5.3 liter engine is very powerful, but I still average 19 MPG highway, and just finished our first road trip pulling my 1500 lb boat trailer, we still averaged 17 MPG! The cab is very comfortable for day long drives, spacious and quiet.

  • 2004 Sierra Graphite - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    This vehicle has been a total pleasure to drive. Except for a little wind noise in the rear doors which was quickly corrected, the vehicle has no flaws. Rotate tires and change oil and, of course, fill the tank and it is always ready to g. A great truck!

  • GMC Denali Quadrasteer - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    The GMC Denali provides a level of comfort and sophistication never available in a pick up truck. It offers the upscale appointments with comfortable, adjustable leather seats,the most advance drive train of any truck on the road, the convenience and security of OnStar, and the performance of GMs 6 litre engine. The manuverability is fantastic and a must if you are towing a boat or toy hauler or trying to fit in a tight parking spot. Excellent performance, refinement, and capability with the loan drawback being the poor gas mileage, which is to be expected.

  • Sierre Style, Ride and Quality No.1 - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    It is no wonder the Sierre is the only truck lists the Kiplinger List top 10. Coming from the Toyota 4Runner and Ford F150 crowds, this beats them both for quality, handling, comfort and style. The 2004 Dodge Ram is a vible competitor but too pricey when you do the comparisons of bang for your bucks.

  • its a good un - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    Rides like a luxury car with power and handling of a sports car. 18-19 on the highway at 70-75 -- great improvement over my 01 extended cab. For the money,it is best on the market and looks better than the sister Chevy. Pulls 22boat with ease. Hunted all last season over rough terrain -- still no rattles. Get one.

  • Factory Support - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    Buyer beware. I have had numerous problems with this vehicle, many of which are recurring. Dealerships have been unable to resolve the recurring problems. After lengthy conversations with GM, they not only refused to do anything to accomodate the situation (e.g. pay for alternate transportation on first day of service, get a rep involved to asses the problem)they also accused me of exagerating a few of the problems simply because a service technician did not fully describe the issues in his report. I understand that problems occur, but you will get no customer service from the manufacturer even when the problems are reoccuring and cannot be fixed.

  • my first truck - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    i got this truck in late january and ive got 1700 miles on it. its perfect for me, the ride is smooth, acceleration is great, and the cd player takes care of all my music needs. the only other trucks ive had the pleasure of driving are my brothers 2002 F-150 single cab, and my dads 1978 F-150 extended cab, and it greatly surpasses both of them.

  • Great Truck! - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    I previously owned a 2002 F-150 prior to this truck, which was an absolute lemon. Ford did nothing to fix the numerous problems, which led me to switch to GM products again. I can say I am pretty impressed with the truck overall. It has decent power, but lacks a little in the torque department. The body, fit, and finish are excellent. There are no squeaks or rattles. Mileage is about 10% better than the similarly equipped Ford. There are many more amenities in the GMC, including OnStar, and XM radio. I will never buy another vehicle without XM. It is great in remote areas. The truck also runs great, and the transmission shifts smoothly.

  • Best tucks on the road - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    This is my second one, and both trucks have been great. They will outrun all of the other 2003 factory trucks except for the Ford Lightning and Dakota R/T.

  • I love this truck! - 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
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    I tow a horse trailer. When I drove this truck, I thought it would help with towing. What a great surprise that I could drive it downtown, park it in a ramp, and actually not worry about the back end sliding in the snow. Its heaven after my F150, much more like a Cadillac than a truck. I love this truck!

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