2023 GMC Sierra
AT4 4WD 5.3L 4WD
What the AT4 4WD 5.3L adds over the Sierra 1500 2WD
| Spec | Sierra 1500 2WD | AT4 4WD 5.3L |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2700 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 355 hp |
| Torque | 348 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.7L Turbo DOHC VVT DI with Active Fuel Management | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management |
| Valve configuration | Dual-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 11.1 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6800 lbs | 7000 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 22 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Overall height | 75.6 in | 78.3 in |
| Payload capacity | 2020 lbs | 1940 lbs |
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg |
| Rear suspension type | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 10 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | aluminum |
| Wheel width | 8 in | 8.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 147.4 in | 147.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 6.2L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management – 420 hp / 313 kW @ 5600 rpm, 460 lb.-ft. / 623 Nm @ 4100 rpm, EPA-Est. MPG: 6.2L V-8 – 15 city / 19 hwy (4WD); 14 city / 17 hwy (4WD – AT4 & AT4X), LT265/60R20 Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires, LT275/65R18 Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires, Two-speed transfer case or Autotrac automatic transfer case with 4WD, depending on model
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | vented disc |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 11.1 in |
| Overall height | 78.3 in |
| Overall length | 231.9 in |
| Overall width | 81.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 147.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 5300 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management |
| Valve configuration | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 355 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 15 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 19 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 24 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 43 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 35.2 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 66 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 64.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shock with twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg |
| Rear suspension type | Solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg |
Tires
| Tire size | LT275/65R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 7000 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1940 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety4 std · 0 opt
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four-wheel disc brakes with electro-hydraulic power assist, ABS; vented front and rear Duralife rotors – 13 x 1.18 in. front / 13.6 x 0.79 in. rear
- Four-wheel disc with electro-hydraulic power assist and ABS
- Traction Control
Exterior5 std · 0 opt
- 20-in. x 9-in. aluminum polished wheels (standard Denali)
- 22-in. x 9-in. aluminum polished wheels (available Denali)
- 22-in. x 9-in. aluminum ultra-bright machined wheels (Denali Ultimate)
- LT265/60R20 Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires
- LT275/65R18 Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires
Powertrain13 std · 0 opt
- 10-speed automatic transmission (10L80) – for 3.0L, 5.3L and 6.2L engines
- 2.7L Turbo DOHC VVT DI with Active Fuel Management – 310 hp / 231 kW @ 5600 rpm, 348 lb.-ft. / 473 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm
- 3.0L DOHC I-6 Turbo-Diesel – 305 hp / 227 kW @ 3750 rpm, 495 lb.-ft. / 365 Nm @ 1500 rpm
- 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management – 355 hp / 265 kW @ 5600 rpm, 383 lb.-ft. / 519 Nm @ 4100 rpm
- 6.2L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management – 420 hp / 313 kW @ 5600 rpm, 460 lb.-ft. / 623 Nm @ 4100 rpm
- 8-speed automatic transmission (8L90) – for 2.7L engine
- Axle ratio: 3.23 (5.3L, 3.0L); 3.42 (2.7L, 5.3L with Max Trailering Pkg., 6.2L); 3.73 (3.0L with Max Trailering Pkg.)
- EPA-Est. MPG: 2.7L Turbo – 19 city / 22 hwy (2WD); 18 city / 20 hwy (4WD); 17 city / 18 hwy (4WD – AT4)
- EPA-Est. MPG: 3.0L I-6 Turbo Diesel – 24 city / 29 hwy (2WD); 22 city / 27 hwy (4WD); 21 city / 23 hwy (4WD – AT4)
- EPA-Est. MPG: 5.3L V-8 – 16 city / 21 hwy (2WD); 16 city / 20 hwy (4WD); 15 city / 19 hwy (4WD – AT4); flex-fuel E85 ratings also available
- EPA-Est. MPG: 6.2L V-8 – 15 city / 19 hwy (4WD); 14 city / 17 hwy (4WD – AT4 & AT4X)
- Fuel tank capacity (approx.): Regular Cab 28.3 gal. / 107L; Double Cab 24 gal. / 91L; Crew Cab 24 gal. / 91L (22 gal. / 83L for 2WD diesel models)
- Two-speed transfer case or Autotrac automatic transfer case with 4WD, depending on model
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
- Independent coil-over-shock front suspension with twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg.
- Solid axle rear suspension with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs, splayed twin-tube shock absorbers; Rancho shocks with X31 pkg.
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Sierra. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the AT4 4WD 5.3L
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2023 GMC Sierra AT4 4WD 5.3L add over the Sierra 1500 2WD?
Against the Sierra 1500 2WD, 5 features become standard that the Sierra 1500 2WD does not and 20 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.