2021 GMC Sierra 1500 at Jack Carter Chev in Calgary, Alberta
A light-duty pickup truck with a rugged exterior and the performance to match—not to mention a long list of best-in-class, first-in-class, and segment-first accolades—the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is as tough and capable a truck as you’ll find on the market. Learn more with Calgary’s home for all things Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC: Jack Carter Chev!
Design
A bold front end on the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 makes a bold entrance, with signature C-shaped LED headlamps adding an aesthetic flourish. Though the reality is, anyone looking at a Sierra is in the market for exceptional utility—and it just so happens that’s what this 2021 GMC pickup offers. That starts with the option of adding the world’s first Six-Function MultiPro Tailgate, in addition to a cargo bed with more cargo volume than any of its competitors. An available carbon-fiber composite bed is another industry-first, while the interior of the Sierra is no slouch either. Heated, premium leather-appointed front seats grace the SLT trim and up, and an available 15” diagonal Head-Up Display and Rear Camera Mirror is—you guessed it—another first-in-class feature.
Performance
An array of engine choices help power the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 forward with ease, with a heavy-load in tow or not. On one end, a base 4.3L EcoTec3 engine pairs with a 6-speed automatic to produce 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque, while at the other end, the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission offers up an astounding 420 horses and 460 lb-ft of torque. With all the gas engines equipped with Active Fuel Management, it’s no wonder they all offer such impressive fuel economy, though it’s hard to go wrong with the 3.0L Duramax® Turbo Diesel engine, also offering up 460 lb-ft of torque. Not that this should come as a surprise, but the 277 horsepower of the Duramax® option provides best-in-class light duty diesel horsepower—as if there were a bit of a theme here.
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Performance
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L EcoTec3 w/ Active Fuel Management | 285 | 305 | 6-speed automatic |
| 2.7L Turbo w/ Active Fuel Management | 310 | 348 | 8-speed automatic |
| 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Active Fuel Management | 355 | 383 | 8-speed automatic (2WD models only) |
| 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Dynamic Fuel Management | 355 | 383 | 10-speed automatic (4WD models only) |
| 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Dynamic Fuel Management | 420 | 460 | 10-speed automatic |
| Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-diesel I-6 | 277 | 460 | 10-speed automatic |
GMC Sierra 1500 Model Changes
While the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 more than held its own, the 2021 version features a number of driver assistance upgrades making it one of the smartest trucks on the road. The trailer-assistance features are what really set the Sierra apart, with a brand new jack-knife alert that helps veteran and rookie trailer towers alike. The new MultiPro Tailgate adds to the utility and function of the 2021 Sierra 1500, while new paint options provide a boost to the appearance of this already handsome pickup.
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
GMC Sierra 1500 SLE & SLT
Starting at $32,498- Best-in-class crew cab front head and legroom (max)
- LED headlamps
- Available six-function MultiPro™ Tailgate
- Available ProGrade™ Trailering System w/ in-vehicle Trailering App
GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation
Starting at $46,798- Monochromatic look w/ black grille and vertical recovery hooks
- 20” gloss black painted-aluminum wheels
- Keyless open and start
- LED cargo box lighting
GMC Sierra 1500 Sierra AT4
Starting at $60,898- 2-inch factory-installed suspension lift
- Standard six-function MultiPro™ Tailgate
- Exclusive interior
- Black chrome accents
GMC Sierra 1500 Denali
Starting at $62,298- Standard six-function MultiPro™ Tailgate
- Continuous damping Adaptive Ride Control
- Available first-in-class 15-in. diagonal Head-Up Display & Rear Camera Mirror
- Available CarbonPro Edition w/ carbon fibre bed
Offering best-in-class performance along with a number of class- and segment-first features, the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is a truly peerless light-duty pickup. You can find yours at Calgary’s Jack Carter Chev, along with an extensive offering of the vehicles from the Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC lineup. Beyond our new and pre-owned vehicle inventory, we also offer vehicle financing, parts, service, and more, making us the number one destination for all things automotive in Alberta!