2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$29,835 to $42,350

Overview

The 3500, though a few pounds short, represents the one-ton offering in the GMC pickup lineup. When fully equipped, the 2005 GMC Sierra...

The 3500, though a few pounds short, represents the one-ton offering in the GMC pickup lineup. When fully equipped, the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 can tow up to 12,000 pounds. It receives few changes this year, aside from an optional package that bundles a sunroof, garage opener, and overhead console for Extended and Crew Cabs. Also new is a power upgrade for the 6.6-liter turbodiesel Duramax to 310 and 605 lb-ft of torque when mated to the 5-speed Allison auto tran.

The Sierra 3500 comes as a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive, with either dual rear or single rear tires. Trim options start with the basic Work Truck and move up through Base, SLE, and SLT, adding power features, cruise control, and leather along the way. Cab lengths are Regular (seats three in one row), Extended, and Crew (seats six in two rows). Standard engine is a 6.0-liter, 300-hp V8, matched to a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual. A third engine choice is the 8.1-liter, 300-hp V8 with 450 lb-ft of torque that couples with either the Allison or a 6-speed manual. 16-inch wheels are standard, but 4WD models can be equipped with 17-inch wheels. Other standard features include ABS brakes and dual front airbags.

Despite gussying it up in creature comforts offered by the SLT, the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 is a workhorse through and through, and owners love the powerful powertrain and hauling capacity of this pickup. Though not as big a seller as the Ford F-Series, when combined with the Silverado, it surpasses Ford in sales. Drivers also like the interior space, but not the plastic materials. A wide turning radius and low gas mileage also doesn't win fans.

CarGurus Editorial Team
by CarGurus Editorial Team

Published August 8, 2022

What owners say

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Not a bad truck. Needs some work. Good frame but the body isnt much better than mine.

February 3, 2024

Trims & specs

4 Dr Work Truck Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$30,480

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT 4WD Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$40,185

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD 4WD Crew Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$36,340

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr Work Truck 4WD Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$33,530

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$33,985

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr Work Truck 4WD Extended Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$32,640

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$36,475

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT 4WD Extended Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$39,110

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$36,905

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD 4WD Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$34,940

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD 4WD Extended Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$33,990

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$35,595

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$33,390

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr Work Truck 4WD Crew Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$34,990

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr Work Truck Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$32,580

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD Extended Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$31,885

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr Work Truck 4WD Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$35,630

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr Work Truck 4WD Standard Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$29,835

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr SLE 4WD Standard Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$32,760

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT 4WD Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$42,350

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT 4WD Crew Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$41,690

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr Work Truck 4WD Standard Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$30,090

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLT Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$39,105

Seating

5

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$35,425

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$31,345

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr STD 4WD Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$37,040

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$31,150

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE 4WD Crew Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$38,475

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

4 Dr SLE 4WD Crew Cab LB specifications

Base MSRP

$37,815

Seating

6

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

2 Dr SLE 4WD Standard Cab LB DRW specifications

Base MSRP

$32,505

Seating

3

Engine

N/A

Cargo Capacity

N/A

Combined MPG

N/A

Drivetrain

N/A

$29,835 to $42,350