2008 GMC Sierra 3500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft | Save 2 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab SLE Pickup 2D 8 ft | Save 3 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Extended Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 4 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 5 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Extended Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 6 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Extended Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 7 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 8 of 8 ![]() Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $10,929 | $13,044 | $13,123 | $13,865 | $14,693 | $15,504 | $22,022 | $24,906 | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 353 @ 5400 RPM | 365 @ 3200 RPM | 365 @ 3200 RPM | ||
| Torque | 373 lb-ft | 373 lb-ft | 373 lb-ft | 373 lb-ft | 373 lb-ft | 373 lb-ft | 660 lb-ft | 660 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | ||
| Payload | 3,963 pounds | 3,963 pounds | 3,880 pounds | 3,500 pounds | 3,880 pounds | 4,863 pounds | 3,500 pounds | 3,500 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | ||
| Curb Weight | 6,246 pounds | 6,246 pounds | 6,020 pounds | 6,400 pounds | 6,020 pounds | 6,537 pounds | 6,400 pounds | 6,400 pounds |
| Emergency & Security Services | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Engine Start | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Navigation System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Satellite Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Torque | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 373 @ 5400 RPM | 660 @ 3200 RPM | 660 @ 3200 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Window Defroster | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Fog Lights | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional |
| Alarm System | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 6246 pounds | 6246 pounds | 6020 pounds | 6400 pounds | 6020 pounds | 6537 pounds | 6400 pounds | 6400 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 9.2 inches | 9.2 inches | 9.2 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.2 inches | 9.2 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 225 inches | 225 inches | 249.2 inches | 258.7 inches | 249.2 inches | 249.2 inches | 258.7 inches | 258.7 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 3963 pounds | 3963 pounds | 3880 pounds | 3500 pounds | 3880 pounds | 4863 pounds | 3500 pounds | 3500 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 45.3 feet | 45.3 feet | 52.5 feet | 55.1 feet | 52.5 feet | Not Available | 55.1 feet | 55.1 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 133 inches | 133 inches | 157.5 inches | 167 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 167 inches | 167 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches | 95.9 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2008 Sierra 3500 trims have turbo engines: SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L, SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L. The following 2008 Sierra 3500 trims do not have turbo engines: Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, SLE Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, etc.
Is the GMC Sierra 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2008 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 353 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 365 horsepower.
How much horsepower does a 2008 Sierra 3500 have?
The 2008 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 353 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 365 horsepower.


