2016 GMC Sierra 3500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab Pickup 4D 8 ft | 2 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Pickup 4D 8 ft | 3 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab Pickup 2D 8 ft | 4 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft | 5 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | 6 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | 7 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab SLE Pickup 2D 8 ft | 8 of 13 Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | 9 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft | 10 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Denali Pickup 4D 8 ft | 11 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft | 12 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Denali Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft | 13 of 13  Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $22,499 | $23,633 | $24,040 | $24,426 | $26,126 | $27,911 | $28,115 | $32,663 | $32,722 | $35,244 | $35,903 | $36,120 | $41,379 | ||
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Diesel | Diesel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 397 @ 3000 RPM | 397 @ 3000 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 360 @ 5400 RPM | 397 @ 3000 RPM | ||
| Torque | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 765 lb-ft | 765 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 765 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 13,900 lbs | 19,600 lbs | 14,300 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,900 lbs | 13,900 lbs | 14,300 lbs | 19,600 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,700 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 13,000 lbs | 19,600 lbs | ||
| Payload | 4,614 pounds | 5,743 pounds | 4,617 pounds | 4,062 pounds | 4,614 pounds | 4,614 pounds | 4,617 pounds | 5,743 pounds | 4,062 pounds | 4,109 pounds | 4,062 pounds | 4,062 pounds | 5,743 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L | ||
| Curb Weight | 6,683 pounds | 7,257 pounds | 6,324 pounds | 6,713 pounds | 6,683 pounds | 6,683 pounds | 6,324 pounds | 7,257 pounds | 6,713 pounds | N/A | 6,713 pounds | N/A | 7,257 pounds |
| Collision Warning System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Engine Start | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Smartphone Interface | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Internet Access | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Voice Recognition System | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Satellite Radio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 765 @ 3000 RPM | 765 @ 3000 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 380 @ 5400 RPM | 765 @ 3000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Window Defroster | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | ||
| Fog Lights | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 6.5 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 6.5 feet | 8 feet | 6.5 feet | 6.5 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 6683 pounds | 7257 pounds | 6324 pounds | 6713 pounds | 6683 pounds | 6683 pounds | 6324 pounds | 7257 pounds | 6713 pounds | Not Available | 6713 pounds | Not Available | 7257 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | 36 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | 42.8 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | 45.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 8.8 inches | 8.3 inches | 8.7 inches | 8.4 inches | 8.8 inches | 8.8 inches | 8.7 inches | 8.3 inches | 8.4 inches | 8.5 inches | 8.4 inches | 8.3 inches | 8.3 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 248.9 inches | 258.3 inches | 224.4 inches | 239.4 inches | 248.9 inches | 248.9 inches | 224.4 inches | 258.3 inches | 239.4 inches | 258.3 inches | 239.4 inches | 239.4 inches | 258.3 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 4614 pounds | 5743 pounds | 4617 pounds | 4062 pounds | 4614 pounds | 4614 pounds | 4617 pounds | 5743 pounds | 4062 pounds | 4109 pounds | 4062 pounds | 4062 pounds | 5743 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 66 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 66 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | 64.8 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 61 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 76 feet | 61 feet | Not Available | 61 feet | 61 feet | 76 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 53.1 feet | 55.7 feet | 45.9 feet | 51.8 feet | 53.1 feet | 53.1 feet | 45.9 feet | 55.7 feet | 51.8 feet | Not Available | 51.8 feet | 51.8 feet | 55.7 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 158.1 inches | 167.6 inches | 133.6 inches | 153.7 inches | 158.1 inches | 158.1 inches | 133.6 inches | 167.6 inches | 153.7 inches | Not Available | 153.7 inches | 153.7 inches | 167.6 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2016 Sierra 3500 trims have turbo engines: SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L, SLE Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft with a V8, Turbo Dsl, 6.6L, etc. The following 2016 Sierra 3500 trims do not have turbo engines: Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter, Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Flex Fuel, 6.0 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
Is the GMC Sierra 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2016 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 397 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2016 Sierra 3500 have?
The 2016 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 397 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
All 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 Trims and Styles
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Pickup 4D 6 1/2 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Double Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Regular Cab SLE Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 6 1/2 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Denali Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/2 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Denali Pickup 4D 6 1/2 Ft
- 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 Ft
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