GMC Sierra Denali 1500 AWD

20022003 · 2 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
13
Best
13

The GMC Sierra Denali 1500 AWD has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2003. Over this period, the Sierra Denali 1500 AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 13 MPG, with an overall average of 13 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2003
6L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600111513MPG
2002
6L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$5,000111412MPG

Historical Efficiency

2003
13
2002
12

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sierra Denali 1500 AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Sierra Denali 1500 AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC C, K, R, V-series pickup/ Sierra grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
606
Total Deaths
324

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.9%
Fire Occurrence
3.8%
Speeding Involved
17.3%
DUI Involved
24.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

84%
Front
10%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2022
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2021
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2019
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2018
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2017
Fatal Crashes71
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2016
Fatal Crashes69
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2015
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2014
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.53

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2003
4
2002
12
Critical
Moderate
Advisory