Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
11 -15 City / 14 -18 HWY
Horsepower
270 -325
Seats
5 -6
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jam C
GMC vehicle primarily for travelers.
Has had electrical problems. Mainly the transmission. We have had to replace the transmission 3 times. Many batteries. But in the positive side it has been reliable other wise. We have traveled lots and lots of miles. Also the electrical systems have all had difficulties.
accountCircle Logan T
Chug Along GMC we aren't done yet.
I have had the vehicle for 4 years now and put over 60k miles on it. The only items I have replaced is a fuel filter and tires, along with fluids obviously. The truck is very reliable and I have never had any issues. I used this truck to drive back and forth to college on the weekends when I was free.
accountCircle May P
As long as you keep the oil changed, you want have any trouble with it.
My truck is a good truck, only had to work? On it 1 time since I got it it's a pretty truck enjoy driving it.
accountCircle Matt T
It's very large, I'm not turning wide in order to scare you. I'm turning wide in order to not bang my truck on the curb/post.
I love my truck. It's been going strong for going on twenty years. Very few mechanical issues, aside from ones that were caused by accidents. The paint IS starting to fade, and a lot of the plastic is starting to break. But after so long.. To be expected.
accountCircle Sasha J
Our truck is reliable and fun to drive.
Our truck just has a few kinks to work out. A new rear end, axle, camshaft would do wonders to your truck. That is why we are saving to purchase the parts. Our truck is twin turbocharged, the sounds the turbos make when the truck speeds up is exhilarating. The inside of the truck is wonderfully spacious too, along with an amazing sound system. It is like having a party in your car!
accountCircle david c
You take care of it and it will take care of you.I show pride when I drive it
I have always been a GM car or truck owner. I like my truck because it is easy to work on.My truck is very dependable
accountCircle Christopher P
It is a work truck it hauls all my lawn equipment and my trailers.
What i like about my vehicle it's good on gas and it's great in the summertime the air condition works and is wonderful in the winter time it's a good vehicle to have.
accountCircle Tommy B
It is a strong vehicle with great rideability. The body is galvanized to prevent rust
I love the lines and drivability of my truck. It is very dependable even at its age. It is very comfortable. I dislike the typical issues with this year's of truck where the brake lights stay on and some components

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Joe T
Will NEVER buy another
Well I got almost 200 k on it , that’s about the only good thing I can say about it. In typical GM fashion the door hingpins went so the door wouldn’t close. Only gauge that still worked was the speedometer. By 150000 miles I replaced wheel hubs, tie rods, heater thermostat, rotors,fuel pump, radiator,water pump,and brake lines. My abs went out and only 1 front tire will lock up! No Matter what I do I still cannot get the abs light to go out I owned a F150 before that and I got 300,000 miles on it..I am now driving a Nissan Titan w/150,000 on it. So far I love it! I bought a new GMC Jimmy and all the typical GM problems , hinge pins ,fuel pump window motor. I live in Michigan and I’m done with General Motors.
accountCircle Katie C
It gets me from point A to point B. It sounds like a go kart after I brought it into the shop I go to. I need new tires.
My vehicle selection was not offered. I drive a 2001 Saturn SL1. It's ok. Having some car issues right now.
accountCircle Donald W
The truck is so nice to have that everybody is always borrowing it.
I love the utility of the truck but I am getting old and the hard suspension is a problem. It is now 17 years old and needs work that I am not sure is worth it.
accountCircle Natalie L
There is no highlight its just a simple plain Jane truck
I do love my vehicle but I have spent a ton of money repairing motor issues and now transmission problems. It doesn't have the towing ability I have seen in other trucks. I have seen better quality trucks on the market and Chevy doesn't stand up to heavy hauling.
accountCircle Ann S
Holds up to a family. Two boys, two labs, three cats, a hamster and us.
It has great pickup. The inside is holding up incredibly well with my two sports players and the tuba! I don't know who had it before me, but it still looks good. We've had to change a few parts out, but with 190,000 miles who hasn't?
accountCircle Juanita C
It has real nice reams on it and color is dark green.
Problem with the truck is the tires are always losing air. The air conditioning doesn't work. The windshield has a long crack that covers the middle of glass.
accountCircle dawn t
It is strong and durable for all sexes. I hear many get 200,00 plus miles
Dislike how doors open. Love the style. Love the years and number of miles and still going strong

GMC Sierra 1500 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SL
270-285 HP 17-17 MPG 6 Seats
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SLE
270-285 HP 17-17 MPG 5-6 Seats
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C3
325 HP 13-13 MPG 5 Seats
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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Owner Reviews

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4 stars 28%
3 stars 13%
2 stars 5%
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accountCircle Mauricio M on March 22, 2021
I would call this truck an old stallion. Gets the job done...
This truck is so reliable... I have had it for quite some time it does good mileage on gas and it is almost hitting 400,000 on the mileage... Still running strong. It is really good for projects when you need to pick up and drop off big awkward equipment.
accountCircle Sasha J on February 14, 2021
Our truck is reliable and fun to drive.
Our truck just has a few kinks to work out. A new rear end, axle, camshaft would do wonders to your truck. That is why we are saving to purchase the parts. Our truck is twin turbocharged, the sounds the turbos make when the truck speeds up is exhilarating. The inside of the truck is wonderfully spacious too, along with an amazing sound system. It is like having a party in your car!

Ranks #10 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 has an average owner rating of 4.38 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 17 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Ranks #3 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 has a combined MPG of 19 which ranks it #3 of 6 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Is The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 A Good Car?

Yes it good running paid for vehicle and it still does what it is supposed to I would like to have a couple more just as good
Teresa S.
Yes it is a good vehicle. The motor has plenty of power and it is also a comfortable ride. It having 4 wheel drive is great also.
Misty W.

How Reliable Is The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500?

It is very reliable I would drive it anywhere. It could use a paint job but it still pulls my camper and other trailers without any problems.
Lauren M.
The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 is a very reliable vehicle to own. I had a few issues with brake lines rusting. And also the back bumper rusting.
Phillip M.

Is The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 A Good Value?

The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 costs when I ordered it 30,000 give or take a little. It is a good value considering it is still running as good as ever.
Alyssa H.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2001 GMC Sierra 1500: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The tire pressure for the 2001 GMC sierra 1500 iS35 psi while the tire size is p235/75r16 and the wheel size is 16 inches. If You need to reset the tpms on the car after buying new tires then it will not be...

2001 GMC Sierra 1500: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 6 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your car's engine cool and lubricated and it also keeps the moving parts from grinding...

How many quarts of transmission fluid does the 2001 GMC Sierra take?

Answer: The amount of transmission fluid in quarts that the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 uses iS4 quarts for the 5-speed manual and 13.5 quarts for a total fill or 7.7 quarts for an initial fill for the 4-speed automatic. The...

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety