1997 GMC Sierra 2500 Specifications

1997 GMC Sierra 2500

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1997 GMC Sierra 2500

Kelley Blue Book Retail $3,675–$4,925  

Specifications

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Specifications shown for: HD SL 4x4 Extended Cab 141.5 in. WB

Engines

255-hp, 5.7-liter V-8 (regular gas)  
290-hp, 7.4-liter V-8 (regular gas)  
180-hp, 6.5-liter V-8 (diesel)  

Transmissions

5-speed manual w/OD  
4-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

5.7 Engine liters  
Optional Engine liters: 7.4  
Optional Engine liters: 6.5  
Optional Turbo/supercharged  
V-8 Cylinder configuration  
16 # of valves  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
Optional Recommended fuel: diesel  
Standard Engine oil cooler  
Optional HD radiator  
Optional Block heater  
Optional Auxiliary battery  
Standard Stainless steel exhaust  
5 speed Manual transmission  
Optional Automatic transmission: 4 speed  
Standard Overdrive  
Optional Transmission electronic control  
Optional Transmission lock-up torque converter  
Optional Transmission oil cooler  
Standard Power take-off provision  
Standard Automatic locking hubs  
Optional Axle ratio: 4.10  
Standard 4 wheel drive  
Optional Limited slip differential  
Optional Electronic transfer case  
25 gal. Fuel tank capacity
255-hp @ 4,600RPM Engine horsepower  
Optional Engine horsepower: 290-hp @ 4,000RPM  
Optional Engine horsepower: 180-hp @ 3,400RPM  
330 lb.-ft. @ 2,800RPM Engine torque  
Optional Engine torque: 410 lb.-ft. @ 3,200RPM  
Optional Engine torque: 360 lb.-ft. @ 1,800RPM  
4.00" x 3.48" Engine bore x stroke  
Optional Engine bore x stroke: 4.25" x 4.00"  
Optional Engine bore x stroke: 4.06" x 3.82"  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

350 cu.in. Engine displacement  
5,217 lbs. Curb weight  
8,600 lbs. GVWR  
3,600 lbs. Front GAWR  
6,000 lbs. Rear GAWR  
7,500 lbs. Max trailer weight  
218.5" Exterior length  
76.8" Exterior body width  
73.7" Exterior height  
141.5" Wheelbase  
64.1" Front tread  
63.9" Rear tread  
22.5' Turning radius  
41.7" Front legroom  
34.8" Rear legroom  
39.9" Front headroom  
37.5" Rear headroom  
60.0" Front hiproom  
64.2" Rear hiproom  
65.4" Front shoulder room  
67.6" Rear shoulder room  
78.7" Exterior cargo length  
49.1" Exterior cargo width  
55.6 cu.ft. Exterior cargo volume  
40.5 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume seats folded  
40.5 cu.ft. Maximum interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Power steering  
Standard Speed-sensing steering  
245/75SR16.0 Front tires  
245/75SR16.0 Rear tires  
Optional All-terrain tires  
Optional Limited slip differential  

Body Exterior

2 Number of doors
Optional Power door mirrors  
Optional Skid plates  
Standard Chrome bumpers  
Optional Rear step bumper  
Optional Front bumper rub strip  
Optional Rear bumper rub strip  
Optional Chrome front bumper insert  
Standard Front tow hooks  
Optional Front licence plate bracket  
Optional Bedliner  
Optional Trailer hitch  
Optional Bodyside moldings  
Optional Chrome bodyside insert  
Optional Wheel well moldings  
Standard Fender flares  
Optional Chrome grille  

Convenience Feature

Optional Air conditioning  
Optional Cruise control  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Optional Illuminated entry  
Optional Tilt steering wheel  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Optional Auto-dimming rearview mirror  
Optional Passenger vanity mirror  
Standard Front cupholder  
Standard Driver door bin  
Standard Passenger door bin  
Standard Illuminated glove box  
Standard Dashboard storage  
Optional Interior concealed storage  
3 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 6  
Optional Max. seating capacity of 5  
Optional Max. seating capacity of 3  
Standard Front bench seat  
Optional Front bucket seats  
Optional Power driver seat  
4 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Optional Number of driver seat adjustments: 8  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Optional Driver lumbar support  
Optional Height adjustable driver seat  
Optional Driver seat mounted armrest  
Standard Easy entry driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
4 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Optional Passenger lumbar support  
Optional Passenger seat mounted armrest  
Standard Easy entry passenger seat  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
Optional Front center armrest: w/storage  
Standard Rear bench seat  
Optional Leather upholstery  
Standard Full headliner  
Optional Full carpet floor covering  
Optional Deluxe sound insulation  
Standard Cabback insulator  
Optional Leather steering wheel  
Standard Sport steering wheel  
Optional Floor mats  
Optional Carpeted cargo space  
Standard Concealed cargo storage  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Optional Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional In-dash CD changer  
Optional Audio theft deterrent  
4 Speakers
Optional Speakers: 6
Optional Premium speakers  

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Optional Aero-composite headlamps  
Optional Cab clearance lights  
Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Standard Cargo box light  
Standard Underhood light  
Standard Variably intermittent wipers  
Optional Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Standard Front reading lights  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Voltmeter  
Optional Compass  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard Oil pressure gauge  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Lights on warning  
Standard Key warning  
Standard Door ajar warning  

Safety and Security

Standard ABS brakes  
Standard Front disc/rear drum brakes  
Standard Daytime running lights  
Standard Full size spare tire  
Standard Height adjustable front seatbelts  
Optional Power door locks  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Optional Limited slip differential  

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