1996 GMC Sierra

US · Pickup · Standard Pickup Trucks

The 1996 GMC Sierra is listed in the US market as a pickup. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS) (MPFI)), 6.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (MPFI))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS) (MPFI)), 6.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (MPFI))
Displacement	4.3 L to 6.5 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km)
Highway	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

19 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

98V150001: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, 2 AND 4-WHEEL DRIVE. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN CRACK CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER.
Reported July 1, 1998. View on NHTSA
96V057000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH THE THROTTLE CABLE CONTACTING THE DASH MAT WHICH COULD BIND THE THROTTLE. THIS DOES NOT MEET WITH THE MAXIMUM RETURN TIMES REQUIRED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR ADEQUATE THROTTLE CABLE TO DASH MAT CLEARANCE, AND IF THERE IS INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE, CUT OUT A PORTION OF THE DASH MAT TO PROVIDE PROPER CLEARANCE.
Reported April 4, 1996. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 20, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1996 GMC Sierra have?

Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS) (MPFI)), 6.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1996 GMC Sierra?

Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1996 GMC Sierra front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 1996 GMC Sierra?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.