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2020 Sierra 3500 Review

GMC Sierra 35002020 SIERRA 3500 REVIEW

Trucks can help you in so many ways, from offering tons of storage in the back to towing thousands of pounds. It’s no wonder Shillington, Reading, and Lancaster drivers look to trucks to help them with everything from commercial work to simply towing a full-size camper on vacation.

Among the trucks on the market, the 2020 Sierra 3500 is one of the most capable and well-equipped models available. This truck can tow with ease thanks to numerous engine options that deliver the performance you need. To get started learning about this vehicle, just read our guide brought to you by the team at Geoff Penske GMC.

SIERRA 3500: MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY

GMC Sierra 3500
6.6L V8 Engine

Horsepower: 401 HP
Torque: 464 lb-ft of torque 
Towing Capacity: 16,900 lbs.

6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 Engine

Horsepower: 445 HP
Torque: 910 lb-ft of torque
Towing Capacity: 21,500 lbs.
 
 
When you want to tow like a pro, the first place to start is with your engine power. The GMC Sierra 3500 comes with a standard 6.6L V8 gas engine that gives up to 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain gives you a max fifth-wheel trailering capacity of 16,900 pounds.

Is that not enough power for you? You can choose an available 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 engine that will give you all the power you need with up to 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain delivers a max fifth-wheel trailer capability of up to 21,500 pounds, making it easy for you to handle very large campers.

SIERRA 3500: DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS

To improve your handling and help enhance your off-road and towing capabilities, the Sierra 3500 can be equipped with various drivetrain options as well. Drivers will love the available Allison® 10-speed Automatic Transmission that gives you ten gears to work with for smoother shifting and easier towing on the highway.
Sierra 3500 TowingIn order to give you more options when driving off-road, you can also equip your vehicle with an available 2-speed Autotrac® transfer case with push-button controls. This transfer case will let you set high and low gear ranges for different handling when you’re driving off-road.

 
 

SIERRA 3500: SAFETY CAPABILITIES

You’ll want to have plenty of safety features to make towing on the highway easier. That’s why the Sierra 3500 offers features such as an available Hill Descent Control. This feature will automatically apply brake pressure downhill, so you can keep a steady speed while on an incline.
Sierra 3500 TechnologyYou can also enhance your situational awareness with an available HD Surround Vision system. This technology will give you a full look at what’s around your truck using cameras placed all along the body of the vehicle. Just turn on this system when you’re backing up and you’ll be able to see a top-down view of what’s around you.

TEST DRIVE THE 2020 GMC SIERRA 3500

While the GMC Sierra 3500 is certainly built for heavy-duty towing, its technology helps it to accomplish so much more with advanced safety features and smooth handling. If you want to take this truck for a ride around the Shillington, Reading, and Lancaster areas, just schedule a test drive with us at Geoff Penske GMC today!